What is a VHS tape?
VHS videotape was developed for the home video market in 1976. VHS tape is used in camcorders, for home recording connected to a broadcast signal and for video rental or purchase.NameThe letters VHS stand for video home system but the original acronym was vertical helical scan.HistoryJVC developed the VHS format one year after Sony created the competing videotape format Betamax. Fierce competition between the two formats lasted for several years until the cheaper VHS brand won the consumer market.VHS-CThe VHS-C format was developed because of the need for smaller consumer camcorders. VHS-C videotape is available in 30 minute lengths and can be played back in a standard VHS deck using a VHS-C adapter.Tape LengthVHS videotapes are available in lengths from 120 to 180 minutes. VHS decks usually have three recording speeds: SP (standard play), LP (long play) or EP (extended play). The two-hour recording time results in a higher-quality video but the nine-hour extended play allows you to re
