[Yaesu] re distorted rx audio FT-1000D

[Dr. Gerald N. Johnson]

Without knowing and particulars, I'd look for a regulator supplying both 
oscillators, audio stages, and the display LEDs and check its output.

73, Jerry, K0CQ

On 12/15/2012 11:25 AM, Fern wrote:
>   I've got a friend's FT-1000D here that has a problem with severe
> distortion with the receive audio on the main receiver only. It sounds
> like an oscillator shifting frequency. I've already set the carrier
> oscillators for both usb and lsb as they were both off. I was told that
> there was a problem with a voltage regulator that was prone to cause
> this receiver audio problem. I have search google for any fix but came
> empty with that.
> Another issue that I notice with that radio is that the led display is
> not as bright as my own FT-1000D. If I engage the dimmer option, then
> one can hardly see the display.
> Any suggestions as to where to go with this would be greatly
> appreciated. Any FT-1000D expert out there that I could contact?
> 73 from Fern VE7GZ
>