Teac Reference Series

[claman]

Hi,

Unfortunatly the same is with mine and cannot find the source of this. My guess is because of those pot selectors being old/used but cannot bet on this. But for me this is not a problem as i keep it fixed, i have one ext source.
From what I read potentiometers/switch/selectors may degrade in time. For this you should consult a specialist if it bothers you that much.

regards,
Claudiu

 

[Theprince_62]

Hi,

Unfortunatly the same is with mine and cannot find the source of this. My guess is because of those pot selectors being old/used but cannot bet on this. But for me this is not a problem as i keep it fixed, i have one ext source.
From what I read potentiometers/switch/selectors may degrade in time. For this you should consult a specialist if it bothers you that much.

regards,
Claudiu

Thx for answer, but i forget to say i use the RC, so it happens without to turn the potentiometer..... there is the IC 72 (Anam) who is responsable about those functions, but it can't be tested easly. I checked the cap C701, but is ok (C701 =918 uF ESR= 0,42 ohm Vloss= 2,5%).... somebody said to check also the transistors Q501 and Q502, but i still have to test them...

 

[matthewmilesuk]

Hi All

I know this is a fairly old (but well maintained!) thread. I’ve just started to collect the 500 reference series myself and have been really happy with the elements I’ve purchased so far!

Whilst I’ve been specifically buying known good units, I had a bargain recently (well, in modern terms - seems I’m late to the party buying these units). Unfortunately, this meant a couple of the separates aren’t fully working. Any ideas as to what needs to be replaced?

A-H500i Amp
- Sounds great from the left channel. The right channel is VERY feint, intermittent and ‘clicky’. Not sure if any components are failing and need to be replaced?

R-H500 cassette deck
The tray opens well (needs a new belt), but the mechanism doesn’t engage when the drawer closes - the motor engages, but the spindles don’t. Think it might be a cog underneath? The belt on the bottom of the transport is fine from what I can see.

Does anyone know a good repair shop in/around London or somewhere I could courier to?

I’ve also managed to locate a copy of the 2001 Teac brochure which covers the series of products - I’ve not found this online anywhere. Would anyone like a copy?

Cheers

Matt

 

[FunBoyThree]

Glad I found this forum! Can anyone advise what type of cables I need to connect up the remote ports on my newly acquired A-300 mk 2 amp and md-300 minidisc and tape decks? Can normal phono RCA cables be used? Thanks in advance!

 

[Eppie]

Glad I found this forum! Can anyone advise what type of cables I need to connect up the remote ports on my newly acquired A-300 mk 2 amp and md-300 minidisc and tape decks? Can normal phono RCA cables be used? Thanks in advance!

They appear to be standard RCA connectors so I would think so, yes. As long as the centre conductor is thick enough to handle the current but typically remote triggers are only 12V connections.

 

[jmi]

Hi !
I'm new here, and happy I've found that thread.
I own a A-H500i for about 10 years. I'm far from being an expert in audio gear, but I remember reading reviews at the time, and it seemed to me it was a nice deal (got it for 50€ at the time).

A few weeks ago I started to have an issue: it kinds of randomly powers on. When it does, it works as always. But it's just like if it had to get some rest before being re-powering it on after I power it off (though the behaviour is not that clear). I must add that I use this thing almost daily for years...

My first guess was that the power button could have a contact issue, but I know nothing about electronics.
Does anyone experienced this kind of behaviour ?

I also have a side question: I couldn't figure out the class of this amplifier. I guess it's an A/B but couldn't confirm that. As the power consumption is announced to be 360W, I'd prefer it not to be a class A (if I understand it well a 360W class A amplifier would consume 360W in continue as soon as powered up, is that right ?)

Thanks !

 

[jlindsey86]

This thread has made for a great read! Recently my Teac cd player died. Does anyone have a minty PD-H570 they would be willing to part with along with a DV-H550?

 

[RobPotts]

Hi
I know this is a really old machine, but has anyone paired the AH-500 amp with KEF LS50 metas? Is it worth it or should I really upgrade my amp as well?
Cheers
Rob

 

[ban25]

Hi
I know this is a really old machine, but has anyone paired the AH-500 amp with KEF LS50 metas? Is it worth it or should I really upgrade my amp as well?
Cheers
Rob

Try it first. I would hazard a guess that it's a bit under-powered, so it depends on how loud you want to listen. If it doesn't get loud enough for you, then replace the amp.

 

[Lych33]

Hello All, I'm new here and I'm glad I found such a forum with such experienced community.
I hope this thread is what I was looking for - I could find a difference between CD Players of TEAC PD-H300 Series by studying user manuals.

Anyone can tell me what is the difference between PD-H300 and PD-H300 MKII and PD-H300 MKIII, please?

 

[Eppie]

Hello All, I'm new here and I'm glad I found such a forum with such experienced community.
I hope this thread is what I was looking for - I could find a difference between CD Players of TEAC PD-H300 Series by studying user manuals.

Anyone can tell me what is the difference between PD-H300 and PD-H300 MKII and PD-H300 MKIII, please?

Here is a link to TEACs international archive. The only manual still available is for the PD-H300 MKIII.

Manualslib.com has

• the service manual for the PD-H300
• owners manual for PD-H300MKIIM and the service manual for the MKIIM
• and the owners manual for the PD-H300MKIII and service manual

 

[Lych33]

Here is a link to TEACs international archive. The only manual still available is for the PD-H300 MKIII.

Manualslib.com has

• the service manual for the PD-H300
• owners manual for PD-H300MKIIM and the service manual for the MKIIM
• and the owners manual for the PD-H300MKIII and service manual

I've got all the manuals for all three, but there is no inf about differencies between them whatsoever. Maybe Seth=L could help?

 

[Eppie]

I've got all the manuals for all three, but there is no inf about differencies between them whatsoever. Maybe Seth=L could help?

Do any of the manuals list detailed technical specifications? That's likely your best basis for comparison. You could compare the internals with the service manuals but the differences could only be slight or cosmetic without knowing the actual specs.

 

[Lych33]

Do any of the manuals list detailed technical specifications? That's likely your best basis for comparison. You could compare the internals with the service manuals but the differences could only be slight or cosmetic without knowing the actual specs.

yep - specs are the same, thank you much anyway

 

[RobPotts]

Hi All,

this might get me banned, so sorry if it offends. After 20 some years of enjoying my Teac 500 I’m thinking of upgrading my amp. I mainly listen to records, or Bluetooth connected through the aux ports.

how do you feel the 500 holds up against todays offering. How much would I have to pay today to get an amp that had the same music quality?

If I do upgrade the teac will be move to the kitchen snug or the office.

I’d also like to upgrade my speakers from my B&E DM601-S2. I’d love a pair of Q-acoustics 5050, however don’t think they’ll be allowed in the house. Also like the sound of the new Epos EN7n with their cunning switch so they can be positioned near a wall. I suspect the teac would be under powered to run these.

cheers
Rob

 

[TLS Guy]

Hi All,

this might get me banned, so sorry if it offends. After 20 some years of enjoying my Teac 500 I’m thinking of upgrading my amp. I mainly listen to records, or Bluetooth connected through the aux ports.

how do you feel the 500 holds up against todays offering. How much would I have to pay today to get an amp that had the same music quality?

If I do upgrade the teac will be move to the kitchen snug or the office.

I’d also like to upgrade my speakers from my B&E DM601-S2. I’d love a pair of Q-acoustics 5050, however don’t think they’ll be allowed in the house. Also like the sound of the new Epos EN7n with their cunning switch so they can be positioned near a wall. I suspect the teac would be under powered to run these.

cheers
Rob

It all depends whether you are going to add video and digital inputs. If not the TEAC is fine. I assume you have B & W speakers. Those EPOS speakers would be a good upgrade. The sensitivity of the Epos speakers is in the upper eighties so your TEAC should drive them fine. Most people now want digital connectivity.

 

[jlindsey86]

Does anyone know if there is a set frequency of the crossover for the sub output in the AV-H500D? I know the AG-H550 is set at 90Hz but have not been able to find any information regarding the AV-H500D.

 

[highfigh]

Does anyone know if there is a set frequency of the crossover for the sub output in the AV-H500D? I know the AG-H550 is set at 90Hz but have not been able to find any information regarding the AV-H500D.

Search onine for the model using 'Teac AV-H500D manual'.

 

[jlindsey86]

Search onine for the model using 'Teac AV-H500D manual'.

I have and I didn't see any mention of the crossover frequency mentioned.

 

[TLS Guy]

I have and I didn't see any mention of the crossover frequency mentioned.

You will be on safe ground assuming it is 80 or 90 Hz. It makes no difference as there is no bass management anyway.