HS-J8 / HS-J08 / HS-J500
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1985 AIWA introduced the world's first Feather Touch Full-Logic remote control Personal Stereo, The HS-J8.
The HS-J8 symbolizes AlWA's efforts at creating the finest, most advanced headphone stereo system possible. The array of sophisticated features Includes IC full-logic feather-touch operation, an exclusive remote control module, and versatile 3-way recording. Plus traditional AIWA quality in a light and compact design. The HS-J8 - there's simply nothing better. Later on, AIWA introduced the HS-J08 In Europe and HS-J500 in the US. due to different country regulations.
3-Way Recording
1. Record from the built-in TV/AM/FM stereo tuner while enjoying your favorite program.
2. Record meetings, speeches, and interviews in mono through the built-in electret condenser microphone.
2. Record meetings, speeches, and interviews in mono through the built-in electret condenser microphone.
Sensitive AM/FM/TV Stereo Reception
Enjoy your favorite AM and FM stereo or TV
broadcasts, and records them directly while
you listen.
broadcasts, and records them directly while
you listen.
The music never stops, because when one tape side finishes, the other is played automatically.
Choose continuous or one-cycle auto-reverse operation. Plus, manual reverse at any time requires just a single touch.
Feather-Touch Control with music sensor
The FF, Rew, Play/Direction, Rec, and Stop modes are all operated with IC full-logic feather-touch controls. And during playback, the Music Sensor function automatically finds and plays the next song, or restarts the song in play, with a single touch.
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| Remote Controller Model RC-28R |
The IC full-logic design makes possible the sheer convenience of remote control. The tiny remote control module has feather-touch buttons for Stop, FF, Rew, Play/Direction, and Rec mods. Both the remote control module and the main unit have Remote Hold switches that deactivate their respective controls to prevent operation errors.
Dolby B for Clear Playback
Just like component cassette decks,
the HS-J8 has Dolby B playback capability to reduce annoying tape hiss for clear sound reproduction with greater fidelity.
Two Headphone Jacks
When not using the remote control module, a second set of headphones can be connected so you can share your favorite music with a friend.
Plus
· Full auto-stop operation
· Rewind Auto Play in forward direction
· Metal (CrO2)/Normal tape type selector
· High-fidelity folding headphones
· OSC (beat cut) switch for better Radio reception
· Anti-rolling mechanism for stable tape transport
· Protective carrying case and belt hanger supplied.
· Protective carrying case and belt hanger supplied.
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| Supplied Accessories |
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Supplied Phones Either:
L: HP-M11 Folded Headphones
R: HP-V20 In-Ear phones
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1985Manufacture Suggested Retail Price:
JAPAN HS-J8: ￥33,000
US HS-J500: $150.
UK HS-J08: £168
2016
Estimated market value:
Estimated market value:
(For boxed unit):
HS-J8: $250
HS-J08: $200
HS-J500: $200
Unit only: $60~$90
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~~~ Technical ~~~
POWER SOURCE: DC: 3V, battery size UM-3,
R-6 or "AA"x2 AC: through optional AC-620 AC adaptor
DIMENSIONS: (W x H x D) 81 x 114 x 29mm
(3-1/4" x 4-1/2" x 1-3/16")
WEIGHT: 265g (9.4oz) without batteries
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
40 ~ 12,500Hz (Normal)
40 ~ 14,000Hz (CrO2)
40 ~ 16,000Hz (Metal)
TUNING SECTION:
FM: 88 ~ 108 MHz
AM: 530 ~ 1,605 kHz
~~~ Service Manual ~~~
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| Original AIWA Factory Service Manual |
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really cool!!!
ReplyDeletethanks a lot! remember the aiwa 08 collection as the coolest players ever!
what about the aiwa hs-p08 (no recording, no radio and no equalizer but really small! and beautifull!)
cheers
Thanks My friend.
ReplyDeleteWell, this blog is still under construction and I will post some more player soon. the next in line is the HS-G08. which has the same features as his younger brother the P08 except the Graphic Equalizer.
Please stay tuned for more players to come.
Is this item for sale Aiwa hs-j500.
ReplyDeleteI am really interested in purchasing one.
Please reply, or if you know someone who is selling one.
Thank you
Sonia
I question the release date on this, as I had one of these in my senior year of high school in the US and graduated in June of '84. Purchased initially through Sharper Image, not retail, if that makes any difference?
ReplyDeleteHad one of these in '84 in the US; unsure if it was J08 or J500. Purchased through Sharper Image. I know it was '84 as I had it in High School and I graduated in June of that year.
ReplyDeleteHi, The earliest date on this unit is May 85' as it appears on the US Catalog which I have. However, the catalog was titled 1984~85' because it included units from 84'. The first Japanese sales catalog was dated: June 85', while the Service manual is dated May 1985 a month back. Thanks for visiting.
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