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Monday, August 1, 2011

AIWA HS-R8 / T08 / T500

HS-R8 / HS-T08 / HS-T500
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1985 AIWA introduced the world's first  Feather Touch Full-Logic remote control Personal Stereo, The HS-J8 A Portable Recorder. Second in line was the HS-T8 without the recording capability.

The HS-T8 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, all in the traditional AIWA quality in a light and compact design. The HS-T8 - there's simply nothing better. Later on, AIWA introduced the HS-T08 In Europe and HS-T500 in the US. due to different country regulations.


















HS-T8 Can't decide between a pocketable cassette player or AM/FM stereo receiver? Get the HS-T08 - it's both. Built into this quality auto reverse cassette player is an AM/FM stereo tuning section that brings in your favorite programs. Best of all, the IC full-logic enables feather-touch control of tape playback, even through the remote control module. The HS-T08-the logical choice for versatile sound enjoyment.

Sensitive AM/FM Stereo Reception
Built into the HS-T08 is a sensitive AM/FM stereo tuning section that pulls in your favorite stations clearly with maximum fidelity. The internal ferrite bar antenna ensures superior AM reception, while the headphone cord doubles as an FM antenna.

Auto Reverse Playback
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.

Remote Control Convenience
Remote Controller Model RC-8P
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 mode. 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-T8 has Dolby B playback capability to reduce annoying tape hiss for clear sound reproduction with greater fidelity.

Supplied Phones Either:
L: HP-M11 Folded Headphones
R: HP-V20 In Ear phones 
Two Headphone Jacks & one Remote
This model can use the remote control module, and two sets of headphones 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
HS-T08 Supplied Accessories
·   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.



1985 MSRP:
JAPAN HS-R8: 33,900
US HS-T500: $130.
UK HS-T08: £158

2016 Est. value
(boxed unit):
HS-R8: $250
HS-T08: $200
HS-T500: $200
Unit only: $60~$80


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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