Sony Betamax Model SL-8200 Home Forums Galleries Beta Format Galleries Sony Betamax Gallery Vintage Video Galleries E-mail   Vintage Sony Betamax VTR Model SL-8200   Sony Betamax SL-8200 Information     Sony Betamax VCR model SL-8200. Introduced in 1977 with a price tag of $1055. A remodeled SL-7200. Introduced the X-2 speed, which allowed for 2-hour recording and required the newly formulated L-500 tape. This was to compete with the new VHS VCRS which offered 2 and 4 hour recording times. The clock was an option for $45, One-event, 24-hour timer.   Pictures Sony D-30 Timer Used For This Betamax