Yes both of the "problem" engines respond correctly to functions like F1 and F2.
I tried using the value of 128 you suggested in my F7, and the engine responded with the word "reset" after I entered the value in CV 56.
I will forward the information to the 2 FP7 owners for them to try
Thank you for your prompt response.
It seems like I have used the other value for CV49 before and it worked so I assume it must have something to do with which version of the software is in the chip