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Teac W-525R User Manual

Teac W-525R
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OWNER’S
MANUAL
Thanks
for
buying
a
TEAC.
Read
this
manual
carefully
to
get
the
best
performance
from
this
unit.
(OR
BACK).
NO
USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE.
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SERVICING
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AUALIFIED
SERVICE
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The
lightning
flash
with
arrowhead
symbol,
within
an
equilateral
triangle,
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
f
CAUTION:
TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK.
D0
NOT
OPE!
to
the
presence
of
uninsulated
“dangerous
voltage”
within
the
product's
enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
The
exclamation
point
within
an
equilateral
triangle
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
A
important
operating
and
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
the
literature
accompanying
the
appliance.
This
appliance
has
a
serial
number
located
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
on
the
rear
panel.
Please
record
the
model
number
and
serial
number
and
retain
them
for
HAZARD
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
LU
your
records.
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APPLIANCE
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
Serial
number
0492U-M-0659A
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Teac W-525R Specifications

Power IconPower
power requirements (general export model)120/230 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 25 W
power requirements (usa/canada model)120 V AC, 60 Hz, 21 W
power requirements (europe model)230 V AC, 50 Hz, 25 W
Audio Specifications IconAudio Specifications
signal-to-noise ratio (nr off)59 dB
signal-to-noise ratio (dolby b nr on)69 dB
signal-to-noise ratio (dolby c nr on)79 dB
Tape and Playback IconTape and Playback
tape speed4.76 cm/sec (1-7/8 ips), 9.5 cm/sec (3-3/4 ips)
wow and flutter (wrms)0.06 %
frequency response (metal)25 - 19, 000 Hz
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
dimensions435 x 147 x 277 mm
dimensions (inches)17-1/8" x 5-13/16" x 10-7/8"
weight4.9 kg

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Instructions

Read, retain, heed, and follow all safety and operating instructions provided.

Environmental and Electrical Safety

Avoid water, ensure ventilation, protect cords, and ground antennas for safe operation.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Power and System Controls

Power switch, remote sensor, timer, Dolby NR selection for system control.

Cassette Handling and Playback Controls

Cassette holders, eject, rewind, play, pause, and auto reverse controls.

Recording and Level Adjustment Controls

Peak meters, record, mute, bias fine, rec level, balance, and phone jack.

Precautions and Special Notes

Environmental and Tape Handling Precautions

Avoid extreme conditions, protect tapes from heat, dust, and magnetic fields.

Cassette Tape Selection

Proper tape selection requires identification holes for automatic function.

Voltage Conversion for Export Models

Adjust voltage selector for regional power supply compatibility.

Connections Guide

Audio System Connections

Connect the deck to a stereo amplifier using provided or similar cables.

Remote Control Integration

Connect to TEAC receivers/amplifiers with "UR" mark for remote operation.

Basic Operations

Loading a Cassette Tape

Step-by-step guide for inserting cassette tapes into the deck.

Tape Travel Modes Explained

Explains tape movement based on REV MODE switch settings.

Playback Modes

How to play single tapes or continuous playback across both decks.

Recording Operations

Steps for recording audio onto TAPE II from external sources.

Advanced Operations

Recording Level and Balance Adjustment

Set recording volume and stereo balance for optimal audio input.

Bias Fine Control for Recording

Adjusts bias for improved high-frequency response based on tape type.

Tape Erasing Process

How tape content is erased during new recordings or manual erasure.

Dubbing and Editing Features

Record Muting and Blank Spacing

Create silent gaps during recording using REC MUTE button.

Cassette Dubbing Procedure

Copying audio from TAPE I to TAPE II at normal or high speed.

Synchro Reverse Dubbing

Synchronized dubbing where both decks reverse direction simultaneously.

Manual Dubbing Editing

Edit dubbed tapes by skipping unwanted sections during normal speed dubbing.

CD Synchro Dubbing

CD Player Connection for Synchro Dubbing

Connect to compatible TEAC CD players for synchronized dubbing.

Initiating CD Synchro Dubbing

Steps to program and initiate synchronized recording from a CD.

Timer-Controlled Operation

Timer Recording Setup

Connect to an audio timer to schedule recording of programs.

Timer Playback Setup

Use an audio timer to schedule playback of pre-recorded cassettes.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Tape Path Cleaning and Demagnetization

Regular cleaning and demagnetization of heads and tape path for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guide to resolving common problems like no power, tape issues, and sound quality.

Dolby HX Pro and Specifications

Dolby HX Pro Functionality Explained

Explains how Dolby HX Pro improves high-frequency recording quality.

Technical Specifications Overview

Detailed technical data including track system, tape speed, power, and dimensions.

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