[TenTec] Orion logic issue

[Barry N1EU]

A few ideas:

If re-flashing the firmware didn't help, I'd dis-assemble the front panel
and make sure the stake pins on the small encoder board are properly
seating and also that the small encoder board is getting dc.  Also, the
nylon nuts securing each encoder must not be over-tightened or that could
also interfere with the encoder/switch operation.

It might not be straightforward to check that the small encoder board is
getting dc.  You could solder a few wires to one of the small encoder's dc
and enc lines and bring the wires out where you can observe them after
partially re-assembling the front panel to check their functionality with
the rig powered up.  That would tell you a lot in terms of troubleshooting.

73,
Barry N1EU

On Sun, Jul 31, 2016 at 2:29 AM, Gary J FollettDukes HiFi <
dukeshifi at comcast.net> wrote:

> I have an Orion 1 with an odd problem. I thought I’d ask if anyone had
> seen it before prior to an in-depth investigation.
>
> The radio powers up OK, boots up as it should, sometimes it will even
> receive. The tuning encoders work fine at this point regardless.
>
> However, none of the small encoders or pushbuttons work.
>
> However, if I connect the radio to the computer, start N4PY software, the
> radio connects and I can generally make all functions work on the Orion.
>
> From that point on, all buttons and encoders work fine until I turn the
> radio off. I replaced the battery so that’s not an issue.
>
> Anyone seen this before?
>
> Gary
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