Thread: FRS repairing.
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Hi,

Thank for your response so far. I've checked the batteries (even use a
regulated power supply for correct voltage), and open up one to examine and
for look for other obvious problems, but found none.

I saw a few potentiometers and one adjustable coil, due to the source of
where I got these FRSs, I wouldn't rule out bad adjustment has been
involved. But before I get into this direction, I'd need more technical info
like: schematic/block diagram (for this model is the best), general
procedure to adjust...

As an electronic hobbyist dealing with other household appliances before
(TV, VCR...), I wouldn't mind get into these FRSs at spare time.

Thanks.




"Tim Perry" wrote in message
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"L." wrote in message
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This may sound dumb - but the squelch, be it an internally set system

(most
likely) or external... will not work right if the batteries are getting

low.
Even if you've charged them (assuming rechargeable) they may be bad

and/or
not getting full charge.. Weak batteries will allow the squelch to open

up -
allowing "constant" noise to come through and the audio "could be" weak

and
distorted. And yes, you'll still be able to squeak out "some" transmit

which
may make you "think" they're working ok otherwise. Check them first,

then
go
from there. Given the cost of FRS radios and radio repair rates of any
reputable shop (mine included), these may be throw-aways. Most CB shops
charge no less than $25 and most 2 way shops are upwards of $50 or more.
Even if not, by the time you send it to one, you've got almost the cost

of
a
new pair involved. Definitely check the batteries as a cheap first

choice.

L.

"user" wrote in message
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Hi,

I currently have of a few "broken" FRS's from Midland (G-227). The

common
symtomps is noise during Rx mode, the noise reduces significantly when

there
is another radio in Tx mode nearby, but the audio is too soft to

hear...
if
any.

Does anybody have any experience with this repair or any pointer to
web-site, forum dealing with repairing this kind of equipment.

Thanks so much,


i agree with with the guy above... plus, consider that there may be

multiple
problems... like broken antennas AND bad microphone or TX audio. broken
antennas = low range bad TX audio = low or no audio heard in

receiver.