Hi all: A day or so ago some conversation ensued here regarding
encoders. I reported that my Orion VFO B encoder had failed.
Replacement came today from Ten Tec, I installed it and all is again
well. Was a 20 minute fix if you don't count running to the tool store
to buy a torx driver so I didn't have to use the little thing Ten Tec so
thoughtfully included with the Orion to remove all of those cover
screws. Paid $1.98 for that tool and put it into the Orion parts bag
when I was finished.
Every component chosen for use will have some failure rate. First time
in my ham career that I have seen an optical encoder actually fail in
service. Hope it is also the last. 73 bob de w9ge
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