Dodd remote control ? (erratic/fixed)

bladesmith · « **on:** 24 Nov 2014, 03:35 am »

I own a Dodd Audio Buffer, with remote volume control. Pics below.

The remote volume has recently been erratic, only when using it for lowering the volume. Volume up, works fine from the remote, but the down button sticks. I was wondering if anyone knew how to get another circuit brd (P71192) for the handheld remote ?

Thanks, any help would be appreciated....!

(The unit has no other issues, but thought I would get this fixed before I offered it up for sale.)

G Georgopoulos · « **Reply #1 on:** 24 Nov 2014, 04:47 am »

it's obvious is the momentary switch the problem,replace that and bingo!,new again!

bladesmith · « **Reply #2 on:** 24 Nov 2014, 05:52 am »

G Georgopoulos,

All I could find is black switches, I ordered those. No red available.

What else can I do

S Clark · « **Reply #3 on:** 24 Nov 2014, 05:59 am »

When you find a replacement, please let us know where you got it. Gary's already replaced one for me a couple of years back, and the other one is now giving problems.

G Georgopoulos · « **Reply #4 on:** 24 Nov 2014, 06:06 am »

Quote from: bladesmith on 24 Nov 2014, 05:52 am

G Georgopoulos,

All I could find is black switches, I ordered those. No red available.

What else can I do

if they are similar but black,replace both switches with black,cant you get a new switch from dodd audio?
if the red plastic button from the bad red switch can be cut and then be super glued on the black switch that would do better take it to a service person to do it for you,if you feel like it...

good luck...

bladesmith · « **Reply #5 on:** 24 Nov 2014, 06:11 am »

G,

I'll do it myself, I think Gary is out of touch. It will just have black buttons. I'll replace both with black. That will look best.

I just can't sell it with one button working intermittently. So both will be black. And both will be new. They cost a whole $3.50.. No big deal..

bladesmith · « **Reply #6 on:** 24 Nov 2014, 09:24 pm »

Quote from: S Clark on 24 Nov 2014, 05:59 am

When you find a replacement, please let us know where you got it. Gary's already replaced one for me a couple of years back, and the other one is now giving problems.

Okay, will do.

G Georgopoulos · « **Reply #7 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 01:01 am »

check this out only $0.60 black

http://www.altronics.com.au/p/s1122-spst-momentary-pcb-mount-7mm-tactile-switch/

HAL · « **Reply #8 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 01:13 am »

The S1124 version might be a possibility. It is 8mm instead of 7mm high. Might help with button clearance through the handle.

S Clark · « **Reply #9 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 03:23 am »

They look like a good option. Anyone need some? The minimum $20 order would be 40 switches, so I'd have a few left over

bladesmith · « **Reply #10 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 03:31 am »

S,

I got a variety pack of black switches coming. I'll have switches coming out my ears...

If your switches don't come in or you need a set, give me a shout..

HAL · « **Reply #11 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 03:31 am »

Scott,
The only thing not shown on the data sheet is the button diameter.

Measuring the height of the existing button is also needed to make sure if it is 7mm or 8mm or other.

If they are correct, I am in for 4 switches.

S Clark · « **Reply #12 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 03:37 am »

Quote from: bladesmith on 25 Nov 2014, 03:31 am

S,

I got a variety pack of black switches coming. I'll have switches coming out my ears...

If your switches don't come in or you need a set, give me a shout..

If you already have some ordered, I'll wait on my order. If they don't fit, I'll order the ones that HAL found and send them out to anyone who needs them.

G Georgopoulos · « **Reply #13 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 03:41 am »

hi guys
minimum order from altronics is $20?,strange?...

bladesmith · « **Reply #14 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 03:46 am »

S, G,

I can't remember if mine are 6 or 7 mm. But, I got a variety pack coming, not sure when they will be here. but, if either of you need an extra or two. I'll have some..I got 5,6, 7 and 8 mm. just to be safe..

G Georgopoulos · « **Reply #15 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 04:44 am »

Quote from: bladesmith on 25 Nov 2014, 03:46 am

S, G,

I can't remember if mine are 6 or 7 mm. But, I got a variety pack coming, not sure when they will be here. but, if either of you need an extra or two. I'll have some..I got 5,6, 7 and 8 mm. just to be safe..

hi bladesmith,thanks but i dont need them,i'm just helping out,
things get very complicated if the manufacturer gets out of business,
a simple switch can cost you alot of $$ to replace,
good luck in finding the right one...

gregfisk · « **Reply #16 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 07:25 am »

Bladesmith, just a thought, did you try contact cleaner?

bladesmith · « **Reply #17 on:** 25 Nov 2014, 05:20 pm »

Gregfisk,

No I didn't. I ran out of contact cleaner a year ago and didn't even think of that.

But, I'll try it before changing out the switches, it might save me some time. thanks..

bladesmith · « **Reply #18 on:** 10 Dec 2014, 08:11 pm »

Okay,

I got everything back, new switches in, works great. Also, I think it looks better all black.

I have extra switches, if anyone needs them for there remote. Just send me a msg.

HAL · « **Reply #19 on:** 10 Dec 2014, 08:18 pm »

Which switch height worked out the best?