dtx9900 repair

[xtgold]

my digitalstream dtx9900 ota converter bit the dust,no output no leds on.
After unplugging for a while and plugging back in,the green led blinks.
Looking at the power supply,c209 was bloated so I replaced it and got it going again.
The original was a 330uf 16v,replaced it with a 220ufd 35v

 

[jgantert]

I had a Venturer converter box die on me. I just tossed it. I still have this box, but not plugged in, and a Zenith box. Thanks for the heads up if my DS box doesn't work when I get around to using it again!

 

[xtgold]

this model uses 3.3v and 5v,there are some brands that just use 12v.There is a video on youtube showing a guy converting his brand to an external 12v for blackout use or mobile use.
The dx9900 does run hot,I left the lid off.