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From: psilsbee@ccwf.cc.utexas.edu (Peter Silsbee)
Newsgroups: comp.graphics.visualization
Subject: Re: Sony 6000 video disc and Silicon Graphics
Summary: Sony 5000 can record NTSC too
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Date: 26 Jun 91 20:23:38 GMT
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>>I have a feeling that 5000 is the US product number and 6000 the UK
>>one, but that could be a malicious rumour.
>>
> 
>I'm almost sure the difference is not UK/USA. The 6000 can
>record NTSC also, which even has the advantage of being able
>to record more images per side (PAL: 36250, NTSC: 43500).

According to the information I've got, which is admittedly
second-hand (at least), the 5000 can record NTSC as well;
(also RGB, R-Y/Y/B-Y, and B&W RS-170)
in fact, PAL requires an optional board.

Oh, and thanks for responding. 

Peter