The Yamaha AN1x Synthesizer mailing list

--- In AN1x-list@yahoogroups.com, Bobo Wieland <bobo@...> wrote:
>
> Hi all,
> 
> I bought an AN1x second hand and it seems to be broken. I get no
> sound from the FX-unit at all. The ribbon controller doesn't work and
> I can't do a factory reset (holding down 7+8+9 send me to test mode).
> 
> I managed to upload some patches to it, but the patch names doesn't
> show up correctly and some sounds does not sound like they are
> supposed to sound.
> 
> In test mode it states that it is an "cs3x v0.31" . It seems like it
> is a very early OS in it (Is it an early machine? S/N: 312)? Shouldn't
> it be v1.04? Any information about this old version and which versions
> that do exists. Where can I get an upgrade? Will it fix my problems?
> 
> Please have some information for me! =)
> 

Two thoughts... first, that you can't perform a Factory reset and patch names are garbled implies your AN1x needs a new battery. See an authorized Yamaha service center in your vicinity - you can probably locate one from a Yamaha website. An OS update won't solve that issue. 

second, it's not uncommon for connections to come loose during shipping or long term storage - I would suggest the Ribbon Controller malfunction might be attributed to a loose internal connection to the AN1x main board. There are some tips in the list archives and the Files section for disassembling an AN1x, not a hard feat by any stretch if you've the time and inclination.

Regards,

Jon