VHS VCRs Revisited, with some Vintage Commercials!

[@ACBMemphis]

Thanks for watching! If you are interested in vintage audio cassette decks as well check out our video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oajIZIOvqphlosk In this video, at 8:00, we removed the most unbelievable VCR-related movie moment. Unfortunately, after receiving a copyright strike. I have moved it to an unlisted non-monetized video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4apqXmDZrZ-eac

[@alpzepta]

This Panasonic VCR right here will make kid love VHS more. This is way better than a modern DVD/VCR Combo bullcrap from Magnavox

[@johnmaki3046]

The "combos" SUCK!

[@Y0Y0Evan]

5:27 **sees Calling All Engines VHS** I see you are a man of culture

[@Techrewinds]

Damn those old vcrs were HUGE !! 🤪

[@ACBMemphis]

Yes, a lot of very old equipment such as these larger VCRs and console stereos are likely to disappear since they are difficult to move and store... Thanks for the comment, and good luck on your channel - that Sony equalizer looks nice!!

[@ThePaperAssassin-YT]

Still use my old vcr and cassette player. There is just something to satisfying to see all those mechanical parts move.

[@johnmaki3046]

These are STILL COOL!

[@SuperAgentman007]

1:21 I have both those VCRs The nice thing about those late 70s early 80s VCRs they were built like a tank and they were pretty much bulletproof except for the belts. I’ve had mine for years both of them and they still work great if they’re kept in a very nice environment free from moisture and dirt they will pretty much work. The only sad thing is, they’re only mono they’re not stereo it’s too bad my newer VCRs are stereo. But I used to always love those top loaders. The only Achilles’ heel, that those two machines have is the little lightbulb that is underneath the top loading mechanism without that the VCR won’t work. But you can find close enough replacements, which I had to do with mine. They just plug-in a two prong socket. And I still have the original boxes those VCRs came in when new

[@johnmaki3046]

I will bet I have ten vcrs/vcr camcorders and OTHER "stuff" still under the "tired" roof of my "mobile home" (trailer)! I haven't tried most since 2010, but I'll BET that most work! These COST PLENTY (new), but they had QUALITY BUILD!

[@greendryerlint]

We had a 1978 Magnavox VCR when they first hit the consumer market. Looked pretty identical to your Panasonics. I remember it needing repairs several times when I was a kid. We were the first on the block to have the newest tech as my father operated a small appliance store. "Blade Squad"... Jeez. I don't remember that one and am pretty glad I never saw it..

[@ACBMemphis]

I never saw Blade Squad either, after reading your comment I found their Internet Movie Database Listing, and the tagline is "Hardcore skating. Extreme action. Law enforcement like you've never seen!" - sounds really, really bad. Thanks for watching!

[@KylesDigitalLab]

Panasonic built VHS machines for RCA, Magnavox (and other companies) back in the late 1970s, so yes, that's why they are identical and probably use the same chassis.

[@crashbandicoot4everr]

@@KylesDigitalLab I looked at the service manuals for the Panasonic PV-1100 and the RCA VCT201 and they are 100% identical machines apart from the branding and the small cosmetic differences.

[@SuperAgentman007]

7:50 That problem you’re having with the video dropping in and out if you would listen to the capstan motor it’s probably phasing meaning it speeds up and then it slows down if it does that there’s a bad cap on the power board that feeds the capstan motor I remember fixing an old VCR like that that had that particular problem. I thought it was the video heads.

[@KylesDigitalLab]

I would have to have one of those Panasonic built VCRs from the late 70s, those have great build quality compared to the newer models. Also, don't use q-tips on video heads! Also did you try adjusting the tracking on the Panasonic?

[@ACBMemphis]

Thanks for the tip, back in the day I used to have some special rubber foam VCR cleaning swabs. I think the belts actually need to be replaced and were a little loose. I just pulled it out of the storage shed and clicked play... tracking did help somewhat. Thanks for watching!

[@crashbandicoot4everr]

I have basically the same machine but mine records in PAL and SECAM but can also play back NTSC. The model is the NV-8600-EM. If you use your ears and listen to the machine carefully as it's playing, you can clearly hear that the head drum speed ins't stable and the servo is hunting. So an adjustment on the "Cylinder free run" control on the servo board should fix that. :)

[@GrumpzTheCat]

Yea, from what I have heard you are supposed to use a sheet of paper and alcohol, but not on the rubber parts, those can use a damp paper towel instead.

[@Peppermint1]

Incredible how the circuit board has shrunk with the later models. The units from the 90s had the best image but have bad rubber belts (won't eject cassette), and bad capacitors inside the power supply - not difficult to fix. Units from late 90s early 2000s had the bad Taiwan capacitors - many of them, not worth fixing, either no image or no sound. Speaking about image quality, it's not a matter of definition, but a matter of memories. Many original cassettes have lost some magnetism by now, resulting in washed off colors. You can still record a new cassette and be amazed of the intense colors. Keep in mind, VCR play only 4:3 format, so the top and bottom of the image will be chopped on a wide screen.

[@electronicsfixer]

Mine is from the mid 90s Samsung SV-700X It Ate Tapes As Soon As The Hit The Heads It Flinged Across The Mechanisms Replacing The Belt Did The Trick And Never Had Any Issues Since Even though its just a rubber band I've Had No Wow And Flutter Or Any Issues Even though Its Rather Thick

[@jameswest8280]

I've worked on all of those, as well as beta and u-matic. I still have a VCR for transfering to digital.

[@prancer5569]

I WANT THAT VCR SO BAD

[@Shamsithaca]

Can you please show us to to see if there is wear on the head when I am buying a used one? Also how do you clean the head safely, if u can make a short video on it, it would be great!

[@ACBMemphis]

If you search KZbin for "VHS Head Cleaning Procedure" there are several informative videos that exist. Thanks.

[@johnmaki3046]

Magnavox (my FIRST vcr, purchased USED in December "87) was DAMNED NEAR IDENTICAL to my (used-newer '89) Mitsubishi vcr and TWO Panasonic machines after that!

[@kristijannemethmotorolavid2837]

How about use Panasonic PV1200 Use Tape Federal Express i see of your videos for RCA New Vista Color TV

[@VHSGUY_ANALOGCOMPANY]

My PV-1200 does the same glitches when playing, I’ve cleaned it and everything, how can I fix this

[@tyx823]

have you tested the pv-1210 or no

[@HamtaroEL]

Spats Bear loves top load VCRs and so do I.

[@b_wtangible_moments]

Hi there! I have the 1200 and it work, except the screen shakes a little. Do you know what is causing it? Thanks for sharing.

[@ACBMemphis]

Not sure, but one easy thing that can be done is to clean all the rubber belts and tires with to make sure they are not slipping. thanks for watching!

[@kylescott5761]

Great video! Thank you for sharing. I just purchased a PV 1210. The play button will not press down. Any idea why? The rewind button and stop buttons are the only ones I can press. With a tape inserted, it will rewind, but still cannot press the play button.

[@ACBMemphis]

Thanks for watching! My PV-1210 has only had 3 problems in its lifetime and one of them if I recall did have the symptom of play not engaging.... It has been 20 years or more, so I don't remember the details, but it was power-related -- like power was not getting to a certain part of a circuit. I also remember it was related to that light bulb in the tape compartment somehow. Maybe I ran a ground wire or something between parts of the circuit, which fixed the play problem, but the light went out, so I had to find power for it elsewhere...

[@kylescott5761]

ACBMemphis thanks for the quick reply! These things are wire and screw nightmares . I’ve uploaded a video to my page if you’d like to see what my issue is.

[@ACBMemphis]

@@kylescott5761 That looks like a different problem that what I was thinking of - I was thinking play would not stay down. Looks like your VCR is having a mechanical problem of something blocking fast forward and play from even being pressed in the first place! I wonder if the little guides that pull the tape out didn't make it all the way back in? That would be the first thing I would check. That's run by a vertical gear with a motor and a very little belt. If you set the VCR on its side and remove a bunch of screws you can fold open the circuit boards and see where they are. I would dig down to the belts - if they are worn it may be you just need to cycle through various modes with a tape in.

[@crashbandicoot4everr]

Late reply but I am sure I know what's the problem since my NV-8600 had the same issue. You need to lubricate the two metal plates (sliders) that are located under the function keys.

[@360whiplash]

I haven't used my VCR in 12 years. Don't even know if it still works or not.

[@johnmaki3046]

I haven't used my '06 Sanyo either! I understand "Sanyo" was the last company to abandon vhs!

[@navneeths6204]

In this which company's VCR players

[@dennisdedios8975]

How do you connect this to a flatscreen?

[@ACBMemphis]

If your TV has a tuner you can use coax and tune the TV to channel 3/4, or use the composite audio and video output (yellow cable). Composite video is the same cable you could use to connect an older video game system such as an original Nintendo.

[@VHSGUY_ANALOGCOMPANY]

@@ACBMemphisyour VCR is super flutter, mine is the Sam remodel and doing it to, did you fix the problem please tell me!

[@VHSGUY_ANALOGCOMPANY]

@@ACBMemphisi think it might be because I used red white and yellow cables on those black connections

[@sherryhannah9262]

I have a VCR and still use it

[@prancer5569]

Is there a way I could buy one of those

[@lauridanko5265]

I would have bought them at your yard sale!

[@mateuszamadeusz6894]

I had one that broke a long time ago....

[@jvargas6034]

Is That A Clip Of The Simpsons, And Have You Watched The Simpsons, Which Is A Disney-Fox Show

[@ACBMemphis]

Yes and Yes. Thanks for watching!

[@Dedicatedtolivinginthepast]

Do you still have the early 80s Panasonic VCRs? If you do I would happily take them off your hands if you don't want them!

[@dennisdedios8975]

Are you still interested in selling the pv-1200?

[@ACBMemphis]

Yes, but I do not want to pack or ship it. If you are interested and able to be in the Memphis TN area, email me at my channel name (acbmemphis) at gmail.com and we can work something out.

[@gamepad3153]

I had to order a new one after my combo player ate my copy of Heavy Metal 2000. it's a Panasonic PV-4561.

[@brookem7820]

are those rare

[@SwedishRetroTechNerd]

I have a old 1980 JVC VHS toploader that doesnt work it auto stops when you push play. Any idea whats causing it i have been trying to get it working for a year now so would appreciate if you had any tip for fixing it.

[@ACBMemphis]

Does it actually pull in the tape and start spinning the head? I had a similar problem with this Panasonic, I could press Play but the button would not stay depressed and nothing would start. One of the symptoms was that the tape sensing light was not shining when the VCR was powered on. One of the power supply outputs was not making it to a certain part of the board. I think I just connected 2 of the grounded areas to fix it.

[@SwedishRetroTechNerd]

@@ACBMemphis Hmm im going to check the power supply since it does not start the Light for the tape sensor and the play Button wont stay in it stops stays and the tape wont go around the head on my vcr.

[@lutello3012]

I found one of PV-1100 on the curb on my way to pick up chinese food.

[@mee_is_sus]

5:28 thomas the tank engine in top left!

[@franciscoveron5480]

Yo encontre una noblex de estas maquina

[@miketerbrake7358]

That is not how you clean youre heads…..

[@bartsimpson83]

Yes. Keep telling people that VHS movies are worthless. It keeps the prices down for people like me who collect them as a hobby.

[@ACBMemphis]

You're welcome, and thanks for watching!

[@justinw7323]

Low budget smart phones can shell out better quality.

[@buckfiden6227]

And Liberal heads explode @ 8:47. LOL

[@johnnyfuller525]

I internet in one

[@maxfactor4209]

The problem with old vid formats is their quality. they are noticeably rubbish. But old audio formats are quite Ok by today's standards.