Samsung CHT-500 Instruction Manual
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- Page 1 DVD-VCR CHT-500 I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l EJECT SELECT STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG P.SCAN www.samsungvcr.com PAL/NTSC...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents OREWORD Safety Instructions ... 5 Disc Type and Characteristics ... 6 DVD-VCR O VERVIEWS Front View of the DVD-VCR ... 7 Rear View of the DVD-VCR ... 7 Infrared Remote Control ... 8 Display Indicators ... 9 Accessories ... 9 DVD-VCR ONNECTING Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR ... - Page 3 Contents ECORDING ELEVISION ROADCASTS Selecting the Recording Speed ...30 Protecting a Recorded Cassette...31 Recording a Programme Immediately ...31 Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop...32 Using the Timer Programming Feature ...33 Checking a Preset Recording ...34 Cancelling a Preset Recording ...34 LAYING Playing a Cassette...35 Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually ...35...
- Page 4 Contents (cont.) A - A PPENDIX DVANCED Setting the Delay Time ... 66 About Speaker Setup... 67 Sound Mode Function... 69 Listening to the Radio ... 70 Presetting Stations... 71 OLVING ROBLEMS Technical Specifications ... 72 Problems and Solutions (VCR) ... 73 Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) ...
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions The following illustrations represent precautions. The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. DO NOT OPEN THE DVD-VCR. Refer to service personnel. 40°C 5°C Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature condi- tions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extreme humidity conditions (less than 10% and... -
Page 6: Disc Type And Characteristics
Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : Disc Types Recording (Logos) Types Audio Video VIDEO-CD Audio Video AUDIO-CD Audio • DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.) •... -
Page 7: Front View Of The Dvd-Vcr
Front View of the DVD-VCR STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DVD DECK DVD OPEN/CLOSE VCR DECK VCR EJECT STANDBY/ON HEADPHONE JACK STOP REW/SKIP BACK BUTTON PLAY/STILL Rear View of the DVD-VCR 2 3 4 DVD &... -
Page 8: Infrared Remote Control
Infrared Remote Control STANDBY/ON SHUTTLE<< / >> ANGLE/IPC DVD SELECT VCR SELECT TV VOLUME OPEN/CLOSE, EJECT EZ VIEW REWIND, SKIP BACK 10 STOP 11 DISC MENU 12 MENU 13 LEFT 14 RECORD 15 TEST 16 SPEAKER 17 TV/VCR 18 MODE, REPEAT 19 TITLE, SPEED 20 TV STANDBY/ON 21 0-9... -
Page 9: Display Indicators
6 The VCR Deck is active. 7 A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded. Accessories You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (DVD-VCR). Together with your DVD-VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box. AUDIO & VIDEO CABLE OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 10: Deciding How To Connect Dvd-Vcr
Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems: Types of connectors available on your systems Systems connected permanently to the DVD-VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily (camcorder for example) Your DVD-VCR is equipped with the following connectors. -
Page 11: Connecting Dvd-Vcr To The Tv Using The Coaxial Cable
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable To receive television programmes a signal must be received from one of the following sources: An outdoor aerial An indoor aerial A cable television network A satellite receiver Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are switched off before connecting the cables. -
Page 12: Connecting Dvd-Vcr To A Satellite Receiver Or Other Equipment
Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment You can connect other audio and/or video equipment to your DVD-VCR in different ways. The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities. The RCA input/output connectors on the rear of the DVD-VCR are used for equipment, such as camcorders, VCRs or sound systems. -
Page 13: Plug & Auto Set Up
Plug & Auto Set up Your DVD-VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will then be ready for use. Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 11. -
Page 14: Tuning Your Television For The Dvd-Vcr
Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not using a RCA cable To view pictures from your DVD-VCR when a RCA cable is used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode (AV). -
Page 15: Deck Control Keys
Deck Control Keys The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck. STANDBY/ON Button Press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control or front panel to turn on the DVD-VCR. DVD Button Press the DVD button on the remote control when you want to control the DVD deck. -
Page 16: Basic Tv Tuner Operations
Basic TV Tuner Operations Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control The following buttons are used when watching television via the DVD-VCR’s built-in TV tuner. TV/VCR Button Press to switch between your TV’s tuner and the VCR’s internal tuner. PROG Press to change to the next or previous channel. 0-9 Buttons Press to select channels directly. -
Page 17: Copying From Dvd To Vcr
Copying from DVD to VCR The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape with a press of the COPY button. If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision®... -
Page 18: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Time Date Year 12 : 00 1 / JAN / 2004 THU Setting the Menu Language Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off... -
Page 19: Presetting The Stations Automatically
Presetting the Stations Automatically You do not need to preset the stations if you have already set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on page 13). Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts. You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can be done: Plug &... -
Page 20: Presetting The Stations Manually
Presetting the Stations Manually Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Auto Setup Manual Setup TV System VCR Output CH : CH 36 TV STATION TABLE NAME SWAPPING : OK DELETE : CLEAR MANUAL TUNING : - - NAME... -
Page 21: Clearing A Preset Station
Clearing a Preset Station If you have stored a TV station: That you do not require At the wrong programme position you can cancel it. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding ❷... -
Page 22: Changing The Preset Station Table
Changing the Preset Station Table Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Auto Setup Manual Setup TV System VCR Output CH : CH 36 TV STATION TABLE NAME - - - - SWAPPING : OK DELETE : CLEAR TV STATION TABLE... -
Page 23: Selecting The Rf Out Sound Mode (G-K)
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (G-K) You can choose the sound mode (G or K) according to the TV set connected to your VCR. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding ❷... -
Page 24: Selecting The Colour Mode
Selecting the Colour Mode Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Colour System : Auto NICAM : On : On Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard. When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD- VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your TV. -
Page 25: Nicam
NICAM NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo, NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language). NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound. Please refer to page 38. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿... -
Page 26: Intelligent Picture Control
Intelligent Picture Control Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Colour System : Auto NICAM : On : On Intelligent Picture Control ( Remote Control ) The Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own preferences. -
Page 27: Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off feature automatically turns off your DVD- VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected time. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . Result: The Setup menu is displayed. -
Page 28: Screen Messages
Screen Messages Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Selecting the Cassette Type Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Tape Select : E180 Repeat Play : Off S-VHS... -
Page 29: Repeat Play
Repeat Play You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from beginning to end. After pressing the MENU, press the corresponding buttons to select the option. Press the OK or ❿ buttons to select this option. Result: VCR Setup menu is displayed. -
Page 30: Selecting The Recording Speed
Selecting the Recording Speed Type Recording Time (in SP) E-180 180 mins. or 3 hours E-240 240 mins. or 4 hours E-260 260 mins. or 4 hours and 20 mins. E-300 300 mins. or 5 hours You can record a cassette at two different speeds: SP (Standard Play) LP (Long Play) In Long Play modes:... -
Page 31: Protecting A Recorded Cassette
Protecting a Recorded Cassette Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape. If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small screwdriver. -
Page 32: Recording A Programme With Automatic Stop
Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG LENGTH 2:30 SET LENGTH : PRESS This function enables you to record up to nine hours (LP) of programmes. Your DVD-VCR stops automatically after the requested length of time. EJECT SELECT P.SCAN... -
Page 33: Using The Timer Programming Feature
Using the Timer Programming Feature The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD- VCR to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset. Before presetting a recording, check that the date and time are correct. -
Page 34: Checking A Preset Recording
Checking a Preset Recording Cancelling a Preset Recording You can check your preset recordings: When you have finished presetting the DVD-VCR If you have forgotten which programmes will be recorded Press TIMER on the remote control. Result: Timer Programme Press the ❷... -
Page 35: Playing A Cassette
Playing a Cassette This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette. Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR. Insert the video cassette to be played. If the safety tab on the ❿ cassette is intact, press Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically. When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking). -
Page 36: Selecting The Audio Output Mode
Selecting the Audio Output Mode MONO Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion You can select the mode in which the sound is reproduced on the loudspeakers and AV outputs. The following options are available. Option Used to listen to the sound on the left Hi-Fi channel. Used to listen to the sound on the right Hi-Fi channel. -
Page 37: Playing A Sequence At Variable Speeds
Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds You can vary the playback speed using the Shuttle function (up to nine times the normal speed). Example: You wish to analyze a sportsperson’s technique, movement by movement. The Shuttle function is available on the Remote control No sound is heard when playing a sequence at variable speeds. -
Page 38: Searching For A Specific Sequence
Searching for a Specific Sequence Each time you record a cassette on this DVD-VCR, an “index” is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a specific index and start playback from that point. Depending on the direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows: Seq. - Page 39 Searching for a Specific Sequence Intro Scan After pressing the SEARCH, press the corresponding buttons, until the Intro Scan Press the OK or ❿ . ➛ ➛ ❿ ❿ Press the buttons depending on the direction where your desired programme is located. When an Index mark is found the DVD-VCR will playback the tape for 5 seconds, after which it will continue searching for the next Index mark.
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Page 40: Using The Tape Counter
Using the Tape Counter 0:00:00 The tape counter: Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (hours, minutes and seconds) Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you must indicate the type of cassette being used. -
Page 41: Connecting An Rca Audio/Video Input Cable
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable You can connect other audio/video equipment to your DVD-VCR using audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. Examples: You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a second VCR . -
Page 42: Recording From Another Vcr Or Camcorder
Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG You can copy a cassette to your DVD-VCR from another video source, such as another VCR or a camcorder. It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy EJECT prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form SELECT P.SCAN... -
Page 43: Audio Dubbing A Pre-Recorded Cassette
Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette With the Audio Dubbing function, you erase the previously recorded sound and replace it with a new soundtrack from: A CD, DVD A microphone connected to a sound system A cassette player Restriction: Audio dubbing is applicable only to the longitudinal audio track (normal audio). -
Page 44: Using The Tv Buttons On The Remote Control
Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below. Switch your television on. Point the remote control towards the television. -
Page 45: Choosing A Connection
Choosing a Connection The following show examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD -VCR player with a TV and other components. It is only available for DVD. The VCR out can not watch by this connection. Connection to an Television Television Television COMPONENT VIDEO OUT... -
Page 46: Setting Up The Language Features
Setting Up the Language Features Setup Setup Setup Display Setup Language Setup Disc Menu : English Audio : English Subtitle : Automatic Disc Menu Language Disc Menu If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. - Page 47 Setting Up the Language Features Using the Audio Language With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Select DVD using ❷ Select Language Setup using or ❿ button. buttons, then press the OK or ❿ Select Audio using ❷...
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Page 48: Setting Up The Audio Options
Setting Up the Audio Options Setup Setup Setup Display Setup Center SPK Time Delay : 0ms Surround SPK Time Delay : 0ms With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Select DVD using ❷... -
Page 49: Setting Up The Parental Control
Setting Up the Parental Control The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating - which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. -
Page 50: Setting Up The Display Options
Setting Up the Display Options Setup Setup Setup Display Setup Display Setup TV Aspect : 4:3 L-Box Black Level : PAL 60Hz NTSC Disc Output DVD Out : Component S-Video Connections (for DVD) SPEAKERS DVD Only FRONT R FRONT L COMPONENT VIDEO OUT SURROUND R SURROUND L... -
Page 51: Component Connections (For Dvd)
Component Connections (for DVD) Component video output is available only for DVD playback. RF and Line input are available for Tuner and VCR playback. If your TV set supports Progressive Scan, it can transmit Pr, Pb, and Y signals separately, so you can enjoy sharp and clear picture. What is Progressive Scan? It is a set of jacks that can provide sharp and clear picture quality by using twice the number of fields of lines than... -
Page 52: Special Playback Features
Special Playback Features During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ❿ ll (Play/Still) button. Still ❿ Press the ll button on the remote control during playback. The picture will still and the audio will mute. To resume playback, press the If the player is left in Still mode for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically. -
Page 53: Adjusting The Aspect Ratio (Ez View)
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) To play back using aspect ratio (DVD) Press the EZ VIEW button. • The screen size changes when the button is pressed repeatedly. • The screen zoom mode operates differently depending on the screen setting in the initial DVD menu. •... - Page 54 Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) If you are using a 4:3 TV For 16:9 aspect ratio discs • 4:3 Letter Box Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio. The black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. •...
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Page 55: Using The Display Function (Dvd/Vcd/Cd)
Using the Display Function (DVD/VCD/CD) When Playing a DVD During play, press the INFO. button on the remote. Use the buttons to select the desired item. ❷ Use the ➛, ❿ buttons to make the desired setup. • You may use the number buttons of the remote control to directly access a title, chapter or to start the playback from the desired time. -
Page 56: Changing The Camera Angle
Changing the Camera Angle Selecting the Subtitle Language Using the ANGLE button When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. Press the ANGLE button to see if an ANGLE ( present at the upper Right hand corner of the screen. When an ANGLE mark is shown, press the ANGLE button, then an ANGLE select icon will appear at the upper left hand corner of the screen. -
Page 57: Repeat Play
Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. When playing a DVD Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the ➛, ❿ buttons. •... -
Page 58: Repeat Chapter/Title
Repeat Chapter/Title Chapter Title A - B VCD/CD Track Disc A - B Selecting the Audio Language ENG DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1CH VCD/CD Stereo You can repeat a single chapter or a complete title. Open Repeat Menu Press the REPEAT button while in Play mode to open the Repeat menu. -
Page 59: Using The Mark Function (Dvd/Vcd)
Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) This feature lets you mark sections of a DVD or VCD (MENU OFF mode) so you can quickly find them at a later time. Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Mark icons will be displayed. -
Page 60: Mp3-Cd Playback
MP3-CD Playback ROOT ROOT CLASSIC METAL WMAMP3 00:00:08 SONG4 ROOT SONG1 CLASSIC SONG2 SONG3 METAL SONG4 SONG5 SONG6 WMAMP3 SONG7 REPEAT MP3-CD Playback Data CDs (CD-Rs, CD-RWs) encoded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) format can be played. Before You Begin... •... -
Page 61: Wma Play
WMA Play WMA Disc Playback Before You Begin... • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the TV to select the input source. • Press the DVD button on the remote control to switch to DVD mode. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray, and then load the disc. -
Page 62: Mp3/Wma Play
MP3/WMA Play CD-R MP3/WMA discs When you record MP3 files on the CD-R, please refer to the following. • Your MP3 or WMA files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 or WMA files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac. -
Page 63: Program Play & Random Play
Program Play & Random Play You can listen to songs randomly or in the desired sequence. Up to 20 tracks can be programmed. This function is available only with Audio CDs. Before You Begin... • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the TV to select the input source. -
Page 64: Picture Cd Playback
Picture CD Playback ROOT ROOT CLASSIC METAL WMAMP3 ROOT 100K22 CLASSIC 101K220 102K221 METAL 103K222 104K223 105K224 WMAMP3 Timer: Album Photo: 481/537 If no buttons on the remote control are pressed for 10 seconds, the menu will disappear. Press buttons on the remote to display the menu again. Before You Begin... - Page 65 Picture CD Playback CD-R JPEG Discs • Only files with the ".jpg" and ".JPG" extensions can be played. • If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded files may be played. •...
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Page 66: Setting The Delay Time
Setting the Delay Time A delay effect can be added to the sound from the Center and Surround speakers to adjust the sound according to the acoustic condition of the listening room. Initially, the delay time is set to ‘0 ms’. •... -
Page 67: About Speaker Setup
About Speaker Setup Ideal Speaker Arrangement DVD & VCR (FROM ANT.) LINE LINE RADIO ANT. COAXIAL (TO TV) Center Speaker Ideally, the center speaker should be positioned at the same height as the front speakers, but it may be placed above or below your TV set. - Page 68 About Speaker Setup FRONT SPEAKER CENTER SPEAKER LEFT WOOFER SUB WOOFER SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKER LEFT To Set the Speaker Balance Press the SPEAKER button. Each time you press the button, the selection will change as follows: FL Press AMP VOL + and AMP VOL - buttons to adjust the speaker volume.
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Page 69: Gb Sound Mode Function
Sound Mode Function Sound Mode Press the SOUND MODE button. Each time you press the button, the mode will change as shown at right. 4 STEREO/NATURAL/JAZZ/CONCERT/STADIUM – These effects are available in DSP mode. - NATURAL : When listening to regular audio (TV/Radio) - JAZZ : When listening to jazz or pop songs - CONCERT : When listening to classical music - STADIUM : When listening to live music or sports broadcast... -
Page 70: Listening To The Radio
Listening to the Radio You can either automatically or manually tune in to an FM or AM station. Press the FM/AM button. Each time you press the button, the selection will toggle between FM and AM. Tune in to the desired station. Automatic Tuning 1 Press PROG / button. -
Page 71: Presetting Stations
Presetting Stations You can store up to 30 stations (20 FM stations and 10 AM stations). Example: Storing an FM station of 87.50 MHz into the preset station number 01 Press the FM/AM button to select "FM". Each time you press the button, the selection will toggle between FM and AM. -
Page 72: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Video input (Rear) Input Audio input (Rear) RF out Audio (DVD, VCR) Output Video (DVD, VCR) Video (DVD only) Tape format Color system Tuning system Video S/N Resolution Audio S/N Audio frequency characteristics 20Hz - 20KHz (Hi-Fi) DISC COMPATIBILITY S/N RATIO DYNAMIC RANGE POWER REQUIREMENT... -
Page 73: Problems And Solutions (Vcr)
Problems and Solutions (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. Problem No power You cannot insert a video cassette The television programme was not recorded Timer recording was unsuccessful No playback picture or the picture... -
Page 74: Troubleshooting Guide (Dvd)
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Before requesting service (troubleshooting) Problem Disc does not play. 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. icon appears on screen. Playback mode differs from the Setup Menu selection. The screen ratio cannot be changed. No audio. Forgot password If you experience other problems. -
Page 75: Schematic Diagrams
Schematic Diagrams ◆ Block Identification of Main PCB 1 S.M.P.S.-1 2 S.M.P.S.-2 3 Function-Timer ◆ VCR Main PCB 4 Volume 5 Power Drive 6 Logic 7 A/V 8 Hi-Fi 9 AM/FM Receiver Note For schematic Diagram - Resistors are in ohms, 1/8W unless otherwise noted. Special note : Most semiconductor devices are electrostatically sensitive and therefore require the special handling techniques described under the “electrostatically sensitive (ES) devices”... - Page 96 THIS APPLIANCE IS DISTRIBUTED BY ELECTRONICS www.samsungvcr.com AK68-00404A...