JVC TD-V521 Cassette Deck / Dual Capstan Drive
Powers on fine, but not sure if working as has been in storage for several years.
Technical specifications for the JVC TD-V521 Vintage HiFi Cassette Tape Deck:
1. **Type**: Specifies the type of cassette deck, such as single cassette, dual cassette (with recording capability), or auto-reverse.
2. **Playback Compatibility**: Supports playback of standard cassette tapes in various formats, such as Type I (normal), Type II (chrome), and Type IV (metal).
3. **Recording Compatibility**: Indicates whether the deck supports recording onto cassette tapes, and if so, the types of tapes it can record onto.
4. **Wow and Flutter**: Describes the degree of speed variation during playback, typically measured in percentage (%) or WRMS (weighted root mean square).
5. **Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)**: Defines the ratio of the desired audio signal level to the background noise level, often measured in decibels (dB).
6. **Frequency Response**: Specifies the range of frequencies the cassette deck can reproduce accurately during playback and recording, typically measured in Hertz (Hz) or kilohertz (kHz).
7. **Head Configuration**: Describes the number and type of heads used in the cassette deck, such as playback, recording, and erase heads.
8. **Bias Frequency**: Indicates the frequency used to pre-magnetize the tape during recording, typically measured in kilohertz (kHz).
9. **Input/Output Connections**: Specifies the types and number of input and output connections available, including RCA inputs/outputs, microphone inputs, and headphone jacks.
10. **Dimensions and Weight**: Provides the physical dimensions (width, height, depth) of the cassette deck and its weight, aiding in placement and installation within a home audio system.