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USB problem

Posted: Thu 08 Dec 2011 8:22 am
by frankm
The USB connection on my Maplin unit seems to have gone flakey. This is the second unit to have done this, the first was swapped under guarantee, but now I out of time.
Some time it connects (to the computer) and somtimes it says unit not found. Shaking, poking etc does not produce a difference, it just connects when it feels like it.
Is it worth a delve inside to see if there is a dry joint or should I go for a new setup,
I like the look of the new fineoffset 3080
Thanks
Frank

Re: USB problem

Posted: Thu 08 Dec 2011 8:24 am
by steve
Have you tried a different cable?

Re: USB problem

Posted: Fri 09 Dec 2011 1:47 pm
by frankm
I think you may be right, it does come and go if you squeeze the cable, got one on order.........

Re: USB problem

Posted: Sat 10 Dec 2011 11:17 pm
by wd40
I had one like that. I used a rubber band to hold it firmer in place until I got a new cable.

Re: USB problem

Posted: Sun 11 Dec 2011 8:09 pm
by frankm
Seems to be sorted now, with a new cable from here..

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/360415544186? ... 1439.l2649

super fast service.

Frank