Electro-Voice 854-W is a surface-mountable AM/FM tuner featuring an illuminated dial scale, AFC defeat switch for precise tuning, and a squelch circuit for muting between FM stations. It offers separate antenna inputs for AM and FM bands, allowing for the use of a single FM dipole antenna for both AM and FM reception. The tuner's output level is approximately 1 volt into a high impedance load of 50,000 ohms or greater, making it compatible with various amplifier inputs. It operates on 105 to 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power and comes with a one-year warranty.