The Hitachi FT-R 10 is a digital synthesizer tuner produced between 1980 and 1983 in Japan. This model features a sleek silver design and comes equipped with a remote control option (Model RM-1000). With a power consumption of 11 watts, the FT-R 10 measures 435 x 83 x 294 mm and weighs approximately 4.4 kg. It was originally priced at 598 DM in 1982. The tuner includes several connection options including inputs for 75 Ohm and 300 Ohm FM antennas as well as a built-in AM antenna. It offers one audio output with a level of 550 mV at 400 Hz. It is capable of receiving FM frequencies ranging from 87.50 to 108 MHz and AM frequencies from 522 to 1611 kHz. Key technical specifications include a frequency response of 30 - 12,000 Hz, a total harmonic distortion of 0.08% in mono and 0.1% in stereo at 1 kHz, and a signal-to-noise ratio of 75 dB for mono and 71 dB for stereo. The device also features a quartz PLL synthesizer for precise tuning, automatic or manual tuning options, and the ability to store up to six FM and AM station presets. The FT-R 10 is similar to the Hitachi FT-4400 model but offers the addition of a remote control connection.
