Re: [Elecraft] KX1 build issue after Part 1 of build

Thanks Rod, That fits with my ideas which I put in my last post where I talk about the solution to the problem. But I didn't have a reason for the one digit being brighter. Your idea would complete my theory. 73, --Frank -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 build issue after Part 1 of build

I found a solution. I noticed that pressure on the power connector would sometimes cause a reboot. Reflowing a second time with more solder in that area cleared up all my problems. My theory is that short interruptions in power made the system glitch and create the symptoms. Remember that the dis

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 build issue after Part 1 of build

Thanks for that Scott, I did a careful visual of the SM components with magnification after I read your post. Everything looks ok. I did have a moment of elation when I saw how close the solder pads of C39 are to the pins of U2 but looking at the schematic they should be connected. Still trying.

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 build issue after Part 1 of build

Thanks Don, I tried doing a reset and it came up E09 as it should but after a short time the display went dark and came back on with only the E illuminated extra bright. This is another symptom I've noticed that I haven't mentioned before. When the display is going off while I'm actively giving in

[Elecraft] KX1 build issue after Part 1 of build

(this is a repost after accidentally adding this to another thread) I'm building a KX1 and finished Part 1. I encountered problems during testing. First I noticed when scrolling through the MENU items some some segments of the LED display don't light on some menu item names. However the same segm