[ICOM] IC-2100 issues.

[Kenneth G. Gordon]

On 12 Nov 2013 at 0:27, Jerry Kessler wrote:

> Ken,
> 
> Carefully examine the connection of the fused power cable to the radio
> power receptacle for any deformed or poor contact.  The spring
> tensioning on the individual terminals may be required to improve the
> connections.  A poor connection can result in heating, which can
> further aggravate the intermittent operation.  Also, check the
> connection on the other end of the power cable to the DC source.  It
> seems like the OT's radio works but just has some intermittent
> problems.  The radio draws significant current on TX, which will
> stress low voltage DC connections.  Check those connections first
> prior to more invasive inspection or testing.
> 
> Jerry Kessler
> N4JL

Thanks, Jerry. You're the second person to suggest that the problem might 
be related to the DC input wiring and/or fusing and fuse-holders.

I have not yet seen the rig, but from the OT's description of the problem, this 
sounds very likely.

Thanks to all here for the advice.

Ken W7EKB