Re: DX-398 shortwave receiver problem: dead headphone channel




"sofie" (sofie@xxxxxxxxxx) writes:
> Karl:
> A schematic is hardly needed to fix the problem you reported.
> Most likely broken or cracked solder connections on the headphone jack.
> If you are not handy with the right tools and experience this would not be a
> very expensive repair at most shops. While you do not have to be a rocket
> scientist to fix this, a lot of expensive damage can be done by an improper
> repair and disassembly of the radio.
> FIRST... it might be wise for you to try another headphone or cord to make
> certain that the problem is in the radio and not what is plugged into the
> jack.
> --
> Best Regards,
> Daniel Sofie
> Electronics Supply & Repair

Of course, it's also important to check the headphones in another
piece of equipment, to make sure that it's not the headphone's problem.
It's easier to replace or repair the headphones than take apart
the receiver, so it's worth checking this first.

Michael

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> "Karl" <karl123@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:eroje.50142$yV4.44822@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> I have a Radio Shack DX-398 shortwave reciever, with one of the headphone
>> channels dead. Anyone know what parts I should check? I don't have a
>> schematic.
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