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Hello.

Help! The clock has worked fine for a long time, but recently there's a big problem. If the module is brought to the base, ready to float it, all (or most?) of the digits in all the tubes light up - and if I left it in position they stay that way (basically 'garbage' display, no time, multiple digits per tube). Not all light up the same, and I can send a photo if it helps.

My limited ability to troubleshoot suggests it's not a power issue (after all, more digits light up than normal!) and I have carefully inspected the module interior to check for anything really obvious like a short etc.

So I'm kinda stumped as to what to do. I have basic tools, multimeter, etc. so can check stuff if someone could guide me where to start.

Thanks!

Have you tried powering off for a couple of hours then trying again?. It sounds like the processor in the clock module isn't resetting and starting up correctly when powered. Beyond that it's probably a fault in the clock section.

Hi!

Thanks for the response (slow reply from me.... summer holiday period...)

I tried a lengthy full power-off - but same issue.

If I sent the minimum component(s) to you (tell me exactly which!) would you be able to maybe fix this for me? Of course I would pay all transport plus your time/materials etc. - that's no problem. I just want to get it working again!!

Not sure if my email is in the board's profile? (Could not see it on a quick look) It's sgroarke AT gmail.com otherwise.

Hoping you can help.

Sean

It would be just the floating section itself and I'd be happy to repair it though it would be next month before I am back to being able to.