8mm Forum: Sound problem with my agfa sonector LS2

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Posted by David Skillern (Member # 607) on July 13, 2014, 03:02 PM:

Hi guys,

I wonder if anyone can give me some advice - I've got an agfa sonector LS2 - that I use occasionally -as I don't like to disrupt my permanent set-up. I used the agfa this evening in the kitchen to watch a cartoon reel and half-way through the sound went off - I know it's not the film - all the registering lights went off - I've checked the fuse and I can't see that that's an issue - any suggestions guys -I know I only use it as a spare - but I would still like to use it every now and then.

Cheers,

Dave Skillern

Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on July 14, 2014, 05:41 AM:

Check for loose plugs in their sockets on tag boards, also dry joints could be a problem.

Posted by David Skillern (Member # 607) on July 14, 2014, 01:04 PM:

Hi Maurice,

when you say plugs - what exactly am I looking for and how do I fix the dry issue ?

Dave

Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on July 14, 2014, 02:51 PM:

Some wires usually connect via a plug and socket, others connect using soldered pins on tag-boards.

The pins on plugs often become oxidised over time making a poor electrical connection.

Dry joints are where the solder has dried out. These can be very difficult to find, often a gentle "poke" with a small insulated screwdriver may reveal such a joint. The only way to correct dry joints is to partially remove the solder and remake the joint using a soldering iron.

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