I have a Motorola rib bix that I can't read or program a radio with. Anywhere reasonable to get it fixed?
When it's hooked to the radio all I get is a communication error.
Thank you in advance
RLN4008B rib box problem
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have you tried it on another computer or tried a different rib on your computer to rule out things? could even be a cable or low voltage from the battery.
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Re: RLN4008B rib box problem
The most common failures I've seen in the 4008 series RIBs are the two 8-pin DIP IC's. You can order replacements from DigiKey. What I usually do is order hi-rel (machined pin) sockets as well, so that they're easier to replace if they fail again.macy's wrote:I have a Motorola rib bix that I can't read or program a radio with. Anywhere reasonable to get it fixed?
When it's hooked to the radio all I get is a communication error.
Thank you in advance
If you're not comfortable doing this, or lack the tools (it does require decent desoldering/soldering gear, and the skill to use it), I would be happy to look at it for you. Feel free to PM me if you want to set that up.
Happy tweaking.
Bruce Lane, KC7GR
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