Most likely on the power distribution board and the -20V not coming up.
Likely cause, filter caps need replacement. I suggest using the same
value of MFD and Voltage but go to 105 degree C rated components.
Your power up and then down and then back up and it works is the key to
the target issue.
73
Bob, K4TAX
> Several times in the past few days my O2 (firmware 3.028) has had no
> transmit output, and no audio output except faint background hiss, when
> I first turn it on. The paddles produce a nice sidetone, but neither the
> Orion's nor the antenna tuner's meter moves.
>
> So far, at least, switching the Orion's power off and then back on has
> restored operability (e.g., the tuner's meter shows forward power 115w
> on 80m CW). I just checked the power supply (it's on the floor under the
> desk) and found its meter showing 13v --- lower than I thought but not
> likely the source of this problem. Obviously I'd rather not have to rely
> on the off-on "fix." Any suggestions?
>
> --
> John K3GHH
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