Pioneer N1 problem, buttons don’t work!

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Topic: Pioneer N1 problem, buttons don’t work!

Posted By: glide
Subject: Pioneer N1 problem, buttons don’t work!
Date Posted: November 17, 2005 at 1:26 AM

My N1 started acting up today. Most of the buttons on the faceplate are not responding. I cannot switch tracks, tilt the screen, bring up the EQ menu, or switch sources. The only things that work are the volume and the eject buttons.

Anyone else ever heard of this problem? The warranty is expired (of course) Can anyone suggest a fix? Thanks in advance.

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Posted By: glide
Date Posted: November 17, 2005 at 1:27 AM

I should probably mention I have already tried a hard reboot...no dice.

Posted By: roman2
Date Posted: November 17, 2005 at 9:33 AM

SAME PROBLEM\

DUDE I HAVE SAME PROB, once in a great while it will turn on , but today the screen turned black its like it is dying, PLEASE PLEASE email me if u find the answer bro

HEEEEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPPPppp

Posted By: Preservedswine
Date Posted: November 17, 2005 at 6:05 PM

I had the same problem... (intermittant button operation followed by a screen that started going blank) all caused by a ribbon cable. Couldn't locate the cable anywhere, had to send it out for repairs.
Only 2 real options after much searching:
Send it to Pioneer for $200, they'll fix anything and warranty it for a year. Wait time as much as 2 or 3 weeks

Send it to an outfit on E-bay, they'll fix it for 120, with a turn-around time of approx 2 days.

I went with the E-bay place- I'm very satisfied. Not only did I get a better price, but much quicker service.
Link

Posted By: glide
Date Posted: November 20, 2005 at 1:14 PM

So there is no place that sells just the ribbon cable? It looks like that would be an inexpensive part and a fairly simple fix. Also, my unit is a little over a year old - am I going to have to replace this ribbon cable every year?

Posted By: Preservedswine
Date Posted: November 21, 2005 at 10:46 AM

I couldn't find it, nor could I convice PIONEER to sell it to me. I hope you have better luck than I.

Posted By: glide
Date Posted: December 08, 2005 at 2:02 PM

Just got my N1 back from the guy that does repairs on eBay. Shipping took a little longer than expected, but the unit is working like new again. I highly recommend them over pioneer.