it could also be that the board behind the front panel came loose, someone 
else I know had a similar problem and that was apparently the issue

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Michael Ryan" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 12:26 PM
Subject: TS-940, Torn, Live with it or retire it...


> Hi all: =20
>
> I'm really torn on what to do with my TS-940, live with the issues until =
> it dies or just junk it.=20
> Here's a description of the issues so I can get a list oppinion.=20
> On initial power up there's a blinking display, intermintent transmit =
> and receive and ATU function. =20
> The monitor does function but the audio level is way down, don't know =
> how to adjust, no mention in the manual.=20
> All of these issues occur for about 20 minutes, then the rig settles =
> down and operates normally.=20
> This has been happening for about 3 years now and doesn't get any worse. =
> =20
> In fact, I do receive excellent audio reports and the receive is also =
> excellent.  This sounds like this could be either a PS or CPU issue and =
> would cost the price of a more modern rig on the used market to fix.=20
> I do use a banged up MC-60A desk mic with loose connectors and a torn =
> cable jacket, that's definitely going in the junk box as soon as I can =
> get a new TT 707. =20
>
> TNX all:=20
>
> Michael De VO1RYN=20