This is a well-known issue with some of the 7Ks. It is well documented amd a pretty easy fix provided you can work with SMDs. Glad you were able to fix it. 73, Michael, W1RC

Thanks Chas et al. BTW I found your operating guide and it is of great assistance. It is an excellent start to what I envision. The YOUTUBE videos are very useful but I believe a written document is t

Does anyone know of a tutorial for the IC-7000? I am specifically looking for a learning course with structured lessons to teach an “old school” ham who is used to operating “boatanchors” how to use t

I also recommend Scott /MTS highly.

Scott repaired an IC-7000 for me. It took a lot less time and cost a lot less than sending it to ICOM. Tell him W1RC sent ya. Scott is in WA State so shipping back and forth won’t cost you too much. B

West Coast? Malcom Technical Support (MTS) Scott Malcom 5130 Jackson Hwy Toledo, WA 98591-8680 Email is mts@... Fast turnaround, reasonable rates, great technician. Good luck, Michael, W1RC

Not so fast! It is prudent to fuse both sides of the power cord. Just make sure the contact points are clean. Use a Dremel wire brush and then apply some DeOxit to retard future oxidation. 73, Michael