I've been thinking along the same lines, but the resistor was something obvious that needed to be replaced. Just have to get my hands on another cord. Regards, Bob On 5/8/06, Peter wrote: > > > I think that you should try it with a known good cable, handpiece and > tip, before attacking the box. I have seen flaky tips and bad cables and > both give your symptom. This is at a friend's place. > > Peter > -- > http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive > View/change your membership options at > http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist > -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist