Video 2000 was introduced in 1979 from Grundig and Philips as a successor of the VCR system. Compared to VCR the reels were placed next to instead on top of each other. In the beginning the tapes had a duration of four hours and was extended up to 16 hours later on. A special feature of the Video 2000 tape: It could be recorded on both sides, just like an audio cassette. They almost look the same, although the cassette has the same size as a VHS.
Despite of technical advantages Video 2000 had a bad start. When introduced, VHS and Betamax were strong competitors. In addition the cassette had technical issues in the beginning. There were problems with defect recorders, which couldn’t be solved until 1983. Furthermore Philips and Grundig produced their own recorders, which weren’t compatible with each other. From 1984 Grundig and Philips also produced VHS recorders and two years later stopped the production of Video 2000.
We gladly also will digitize VHS-C, S-VHS, S-VHS-C, MiniDV, Hi8, Video 8, Digital 8 and Betamax / Betacam SP.
Old analogue media won't last forever. Convert your Video 2000 to digital now and view your unique memories with family and friends on TV, your computer and tablet.
