It was a widely used home video playback device from the 1980 s to the 1990 s. VHS format tape is its main playback medium, which can store analog video and audio signals. With basic playback, pause, fast forward, rewind and stop functions, some high-end models also support time recording, multi-language audio track switching and picture still and other functions. The design is simple and practical, the appearance is rectangular, and the front panel is equipped with a tape slot, operation buttons and a display screen to display information such as playback time. Although gradually replaced by DVD players and streaming media devices, it has occupied an important position in the history of video playback.

It is a device for playing VHS format video tapes, widely used in home entertainment at the end of the 20th century. Introduced in 1976 by the Japanese company JVC, it quickly became the world's most popular home video standard. Allowing users to record and watch TV shows, movies, and home videos greatly enriches home entertainment. Support multiple playback modes, such as standard playback and long playback, the latter can record longer content on the same tape. It also has functions such as fast forward, rewind and pause, which makes it easy for users to browse and locate video content. Some nostalgic enthusiasts and collectors still use VHS players today.