In 1981 RCA released a consumer video reproduction format similar to LaserDiscs, but based on LP
records. The 12" discs, commonly referred to as VideoDiscs, were recorded with a physical groove
which a stylus and needle followed and converted to full color video and stereo sound. What
was the marketed name of this product? Click here for the original theme song.
Answer:
A) ColorSonic (15%)
B) ElectroDisc (17%)
C) NipperVision (4%)
D) SelectaVision (43%)
E) UltraSonic (21%)
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The Winners!
Drum roll, please! Remote Central and AVsmarts.com are
pleased to announce the following randomly selected winners:
G. C. from Ontario, Canada, has won a Philips DVD865AT DVD player worth $340! Our first-place
prize features discrete dual laser pickups, 80-disc parental approval system, component video
output, built-in Dolby Digital 5.1 decoder, DTS sound compatibility, Virtual 3D sound and, of
course, a full-function remote control.
R. K. from California, USA, has won a complete X-10 package worth over $300! Couch potatoes
everywhere know that getting up to turn off a light switch is counterproductive. And that's why
X-10 was invented! This prize package consists of (1) PUR08 8-in-1 Learning Remote Control,
(1) XPTR Test Receiver & Signal Strength Indicator, (2) XPD3-WI 3 & 4-way Dimmer Switches,
(1) PHR01 Keychain Remote Control, (1) XPCP Passive Coupler and (1) X-10 Transceiver Module.
P. H. from Warwickshire, UK, won a Xantech URC-2 learning remote worth $200. The compact URC-2 features an
all-hard button design, motion-sensitive automatic backlighting, learning on any button, eight
source selection keys, plus complete integration with the rest of Xantech's product lineup with
the optional Dragon Drop PC software package.
Finally, L. S. from Texas, USA, has won a Bellsouth MH9006 900MHZ cordless phone worth $50.
Take calls anywhere with crystal clear sound and digital security.
All winners have already been contacted by email and informed of their prizes.
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