Optonica RT-1000 Cassette Deck
This Optonica RT-1000 is a stereo cassette deck, it was first sold by Optonica in 1975.
The main features of the Optonica RT-1000 are: 2 heads, mechanical 3 digit tape counter, tape type selection and capable of handling normal tapes, belt driven single-capstan transport.
Typical of this deck is the 70's top loading layout with the cassette compartiment located on the left side of the deck. Tape eject is operated mechanically and the cassette needs to be placed with the side to be played facing forward in the cassette well.
Level meters used on the RT-1000 are analog needle VU reading meters. Mechanical transport controls for reliable RT-1000 transport function selection.
To make live recordings this deck has 2 microphone inputs to connect a microphone with a mini-jack connector. For undisturbed listening a jack connector for a pair of stereo headphones is supplied.
Historic events
Features of Optonica RT-1000
Headphones
2 Mono Microphone Inputs
3-Digıt Mechanical Counter
Analog Needle Meters
Orientation Center
Orientation Left
Top Loading
Wood Case
Black Finish
Stereo
2 Head Desiǥn
4 Track / 2 Channel
Mechanical Transport Control
Individual Input Level Controls
1⅞ ips - 4.76 cm/s
Normal Tape Capabılity
Sìngle Capsŧan Transport
Belt Drive (Capsŧan)
Mechanical Tape Loading
Auto Stop
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