CED Demise: Death of a Concept

Article Abstract:

It was not the first time that an innovative product concept has gone wrong but RCA's decision to discontinue the CED videodisc was the most important in terms of what it says about the market. Sales of videodisc players were good and owner satisfaction was high. RCA's reasons were economic. As the perceived value of a videodisc player now hovers around $200, RCA felt that it could not make a reasonable return at this price level. RCA and CBS insist that they will continue to produce discs for the players. The demise of the CED player shouldn't affect the laser disc market is a big way.

Videodisk players, Videodisc Players, Products

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Down the Road with VCR: Keeping an Eye on Korea

Article Abstract:

United States vendors of VCRs are concerned about the pending entry of Korea into the market. Up to now, Korea has not exported to the United States because of a 1981 licensing agreement with the Japanese. The Korean presence in the market should not be felt until late 1985.

Videocassette Recorders, Market Entry, Korea, South

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A-V Fling Sets Frantic Pace for Two-Step Tempo of TV Firms

Article Abstract:

The marriage of audio and video is causing problems for major TV manufacturers. Companies such as RCA and Zenith have not been involved in the audio business for some time. Magnavox and GE have revamped their audio strategies.

Television sets, Stereo systems

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