Sony SL-2000 (VIDEOLA Variant) 1980

MUSEUM GRADE Sony SL-2000 Betamax Lawsuit "VIDEOLA" VCR System - Tested Working + Matching Remote & Open Box Packaged BatteriesUp for sale is an incredibly rare, fully tested, and working piece of home video history: the early production Sony SL-2000 Portable Betamax Recorder featuring the legendary, ultra-rare "VIDEOLA" branding on the front panel, alongside its matching VIDEOLA remote control (RMT-311).The History Behind the Rarity:When Sony originally released the modular SL-2000 system in 1982, they introduced a variable-speed fluid picture search feature and proudly printed the nameproudly printed the name "VIDEOLA" on the front panel. Almost immediately after launch, the Magnasync Moviola Corporation (makers of the famous Hollywood film editing machines) threatened a trademark infringement lawsuit. Already locked in a massive legal battle with Disney and Universal over the legality of the VCR format itself, Sony quickly capitulated to avoid further litigation. They immediately halted production, pulled the faceplates,SWING SEARCH" for the remainder of the system's life cycle.Because the change happened so rapidly, only a minuscule handful of the original "VIDEOLA" variants ever shipped to consumers—making a working deck with its original matching, branded remote exceptionally difficult to find today.What is Included in This Premium Collection:Sony SL-2000 Portable VCRbeen tested to ensure operational playback and variable speed search function. The text is crisp and unmarred.Sony RMT-311 Remote Control (VIDEOLA Labeled): Completely intact with clear printing matching the deck. Tested and fully functional.Sony TT-2000 Tuner/Timer Base: Powers the portable unit effortlessly, keeping a steady charge and clock display interface operational.Original Sony NP-1 BatteriesOriginal Sony NP-1 Batteries (Open Box in Original Packaging): Vintage Sony NP-1 rechargeable battery packs complete with their iconic original 1980s blue-and-white retail boxes. While these vintage batteries are included as archival/display pieces (as 40-year-old battery chemistry will no longer hold a functional charge), finding them preserved alongside their original open-box packaging adds immense historic and aesthetic value to this setup.Title & Category FieldsListing Title: Sony SL-2000 Portable Betamax VCR System - MUSEUM GRADE "VIDEOLA" Lawsuit Variant - Tested Working w/ Remote & Boxed Batteries (PCM-F1 Compatible)SL-2000 (VIDEOLA Variant)