Alt-BEAM Archive
Message #01373
To: JVernonM@aol.com, beam@corp.sgi.com
From: Bumper314@aol.com
Date: Mon, 8 Mar 1999 14:32:39 EST
Subject: [alt-beam] Re: diagnosis please
In a message dated 3/8/99 12:07:30 PM Mountain Standard Time, JVernonM@aol.com
writes:
> Hello everyone,
> I have noticed a problem with Virus, one of my symets. He kicks beautifully
> until placed in direct sun, then he seems to "lock up" and do nothing after
> the first pop. If I place my hand over his solar cell for a second or two,
> then remove it, he will kick. He has no trouble working in subdued light. I
> have noticed that if he is placed very near my halogen desk lamp he will
> fire
> in a long, extended burst that seems to fade away, then nothing until I
play
> peek-a-boo again. He has a 1381-N trigger, the 37x33 solar cell, 1 4700uF
> cap,
> and a walkman motor. My bouquet has the same arrangement save one more cap
> and
> it spins like crazy in full sun. What's up Doc's? I could just rip out his
> brain and start over, but your expert advice could allow for a more
delicate
> approach. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
> Sincerely,
> Jim
>
I have the same problem with my butterfly. He is useing SMD parts with a
1382-G trigger, any ideas?
Steve
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