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AIWA HS-J10 / HS-J101 / HS-J700

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AIWA HS-J10, TV (VHF) / FM / AM stereo radio cassette recorder

Stereo Recording with Full Features. 1987 AIWA HS-J10 State-of-the-ART Recorder enters the Hall of fame.

Here's a great way to get something extra from headphone stereo enjoyment: stereo recording with AlWA's remarkable new HS-J10. Record live sounds in stereo with the supplied one-point stereo microphone, or record FM stereo or TV programs directly from the tuner. Plus, a complete array of advanced AIWA features are included, like auto-reverse for recording and playback, a sensitive AM/FM/TV tuning section with three FM memory presets for one-touch tuning convenience, a 4-band graphic equalizer for accurate sound control, and Dolby B playback to cut tape hiss. For the best of everything in headphone stereo, the sexy HS-J10 is your best choice.

*FEATURES*

· Auto reverse stereo recording from the tuner or supplied 1-point stereo mic.

· Sensitive FM stereo/TV/AM tuner with 3-station FM memory preset.

· 3-way auto-reverse playback.

· 4-band graphic equalizer.

· Dolby B noise reduction.

· Metal (Cr02) tape selector.

· Compatible with Ni-cad rechargeable batteries.

· New ONE HOUR quick-charge battery system (HS-J10A).

· HS-J10 Available in Black, Red, or White.

The HS-J101/J700 is available only in Black & Silver.

The new CassetteBoy Hs-J10 came out with new looks and sound, altogether. New unique and advanced features in that new model are:

60 minutes quick charge; the new HS-J10 has a fast charge of 60 minutes and can be charged right before going out. In the 60-minute charging dedicated with Cassette Boy HS-J10 and HS-R10 is rechargeable battery adopted 2 hours to the realization of accessories de-miniature type. Even if you charge it in the morning, it is fully charged before noon with the included rechargeable battery.

it's the first breakthrough technique of rapid charging. The rapid charging can possibly charge about 300 times of economic charging, that is about 600 hours or more of power in the adoption of using the AC and the Battery. Also, you can enjoy charging with nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries that come with the cassette boy. When using 24/7 days economy, listening while batteries are charging is possible. Flashing light appears in rapid charging.

The dedicated rechargeable battery PB-1 is one of 3 power systems, besides using the PB-1 you can listen in with the power line using the AC adapter. Also included with the HS-J10 is a Battery case for two AAA batteries in case you're using nickel-Cad or Alkaline batteries, When combined with PB-1 and the charger RB-202, (sold separately) more convenient listening style and hosting wide options.

Aiwa economy 24/7: enjoy charging with nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries that come with the cassette boy.

PB-1 and the charger RB-202, (sold separately) have more convenient listening styles and hosting wide options.

TV (VHF multi-sound) / FM / AM:

If you want to listen to music or TV stations or Movies, 3 stations preset are immediately available for you.

FM 3 stations preset. It can be turned instantly to an FM station at the touch of a button, with three stations' preset functions. And TV stations nation fill the FM of Fapoketto, Japan. New FM scan Teshiyon has started broadcasting: suitable for such a multi-station era, pleasant user-friendly mechanism. Such as a live concert at the FM broadcast. Second force language broadcasting can also be enjoyed sound multiplex measures such as a relay. A state-of-the-art TV sound (VHF) that tied the ear with a full catch.

The unit has a TV, (VHF multi-sound) and FM / AM radio, and a stereo cassette recorder to record from any source you like. One point stereo microphone is also included. When Electret Condenser Zoom microphone is attached, you can enjoy immersed live recording.

Right: Ahead of our time? Aiwa HS-J10 with radio-led tuning.
Left: 3 FM Stations fine-tuning.

*Sound Features*

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4 Band Graphic Equalizer (playback):

Tune the sound range to your liking in the 4-band graphic equalizer! Quality control is freely enjoyed with a four-band graphic equalizer (Playback). Equalizer has four bands: 100Hz, 500Hz, 2 kHz, and10 kHz sound equalization. That's a special unique function for listening with headphones.

Special GT Earphones

Earbud evening earphone technology creates a Bass-Reflex enhanced power system with AIWA GT Sound.

Dolby* B type Noise Reduction (Playback).

Enjoy clear and crisp sound with the built-in Dolby B circuit. Thanks to the newly advanced Dolby chip. *©Dolby Laboratories Licensing Co.

Full Auto-Reverse:

Rapid corresponding playback and recording with the full auto-reverse.

A long listening pleasure to recorded programs played with the reverse-recording.

If a C-90 tape is used, re-reverse recording can extend recording time for long 90 minutes.

HS-J10 The Complete series

*Catalogs and Brochures*

AIWA - 60 Minutes BOY

(Left: HS-J10, 4-page Brochure. Right: Japanese AD.)

AIWA - 60 Minutes Rechargeable BOY. (Left: HS-J10 July 1987 catalog. Right: Nov 1987 - 4 page Brochure.)

Aiwa HS-J700: "thou shalt not buy any batteries"

(Left: North America ad. Right: Sharper Image US ad.)

Aiwa Headphone Stereo - Les Nouveaux AIWA...

(Left: 1987 Hong Kong catalog. Right: French Ad "AIWA, Le miracle Japonais")

AIWA HS-J101 - an Hong Kong catalog

ACCESSORIES

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The HS-J101A and the HS-J700A are rechargeable versions, supplied with the PB-1 Ultra-thin rechargeable battery and the AC-200 AC adaptor/battery charger.

Full recharging takes only one hour for two hours of playback. Recharging during playback is also possible. And both the AC-200 and the PB-1 are also available separately.

*Boxed US, World, and OEM Editions*

AIWA Ultra-compact Stereo

(Left: Boxed HS-J101 World. Right: Unboxed US HS-J700.)

KENWOOD CP-700 an OEM Version of HS-J10

Some Facts:

*The J10 is an improved version of built 2ME-7 Type Y, which is the predecessor HS-J9 (J09/J600). they are both using the same gear. However, the J10 has a much stronger gear. The parts, including the Capacitors, are of high quality - not the cheap parts Aiwa has used since 1988-89. it is very unlikely to find inside the J10 leaking caps even after many years.

*The switches on the J10 are enforced with plastic rails hardened enough to prevent them from falling off, therefore it is very rare to find a second-hand unit without switches (unless the previous owner used them for parts).

*On the predecessor (J9) direction indicators were just cheap red stickers and the FFwd and Rewind were analog. Even the tuner was an old-school wire wheel. but on the improved J10, the direction indicators and the tuner evolved to LEDs. the tuner became semi-digital and the FF/Rew/Manual reverse evolved to logic control.

Conclusion:

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