JVC VS-1BP
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The VS-1BP was an Audio/Video Graphic Synthesizer manufactured by the JVC Corporation of Japan. It converted audio into various fun-to-watch patterns that could be seen on a television set. It had the following features.
- Five fun-to-watch display patterns shown on connected TV: PEAK/VU reading, Spectrum analysis, "Sound Image", "Sound Space", and "Musical Scaling" displays
- Mike, Audio, Video 1 and Video 2 inputs
- Built-in serial interface compatible with RS-232C port in home computers
- Built-in RF converter for connection with a TV
Specification
Model Name | VS-1BP |
Video Input | 1 Vp-p |
Video Output | 1 Vp-p |
SNR | More than 45 dB |
Crosstalk | More than 45 dB (at 3.58 MHz) |
RF Output Channel | 32 to 40 (selectable) |
CPU | 16 bit |
ROM | 24 KB |
RAM | 2 KB |
Video Ram | 16 KB |
Video Format | PAL |
Resolution | 256-dot × 192-dot |
Number of colours | 16 |
Serial Interface | RS232C (9600-baud, full-duplex, 8-bit data, no parity, stop bits 2) |
PEAK/VU Meter Range | -30 dB to +9.5 dB |
Spectrum Analyser Centre Frequencies | 50 Hz to 20 kHz (1/3 octave step, 26-point) |
Dimensions | 340 mm × 72 mm × 295 mm |
Mass | 4.2 kg |
Cost/eBay
The VS-1BP is quite rare these days, but an interesting find. A good working unit in mint condition can sell for well over fifty pounds or more.