[1000mp] FT-1000MP panel switches not responding.

[Anthony Luscre K8ZT]

John I had the same problem a few years back. I received the radio via 
UPS and when powered up had same problem as you are having. I thought 
there might be a loose connection on one of the ribbon cables that 
connect front panel. I would check these first. Unfortunately that was 
not my problem and eventually I had to ship unit off to Yaesu. It turned 
out the problem was a hairline crack down the middle of control circuit 
board. It was then obvious what had happened, due to the way it was 
packed, during shipping, force had struck had the front main tuning knob 
and cracked the board board behind it. It even slightly bent the metal 
cross piece that supports the board. Check very carefully because crack 
was very difficult to see. The replacement board was not very expensive 
and can be a do it yourself repair.
Good luck

John wrote:

> Hi Group,
>
> I've just taken delivery of my first FT-1000MP and it has arrived with 
> a fault. After switch on, none of the front panel switches respond, 
> which mean I can't get into the menu system or even do a complete CPU 
> reset. I've replaced the backup battery with a brand new one. hoping 
> this was going to cure the problem, as this seems to be the major 
> culprit of this symptom, but it's still faulty. The FT-1000MP is about 
> seven years old, but in good condition. Any pointers would be most 
> welcome, thank you.
>
> Regards,
> John MM0TKL.
>
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