Working on V2000 format video recorders

Philips VR2324 and Grundig 2x4 Super video recorders get attention today. V2000 format video recorders were never reliable when new, now they are about 40 years old they can be very challenging.

For your information, since this was recorded, that VR2324 has put in many hours of reliable operation, once some tapes were put into reverse picture search for a moment when inserted.

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Music “Let It Run” with permission, copyright Cristie/MacFarlane.

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00:00 Introduction, dismantle VR2324
02:26 Replace mains filter capacitor
03:20 First power up
05:53 Second power up
08:39 First signs of picture
11:38 Capstan servo trouble
21:55 Possible upgrade
23:55 Bridge assembly
25:30 Capstan drive signals
36:18 Playing tapes
38:30 Grundig 2x4 Super
44:32 Conclusion