Audio Systems: Kenwood KDC CD-Receiver, kenwood kdc, dodge stratus


Question
My Kenwood KDC 7011 still works, but none of the buttons work.  The radio plays, but I can't control volume, channel, source, clock, etc.  Latest symptom is that none of the lights come on.  So, I'm stuck on one radio station, at the same volume.  What can I do? This is the first problem I've had with the stereo, but it's a big one.

The radio is in my 1997 Dodge Stratus, and was installed by Ultimate Electronics about three years ago.

Thanks!

Answer
Laurie,
Most likely the front panel controller IC is not seeing the key/button inputs. The problem may be a fault with power supply to the front panel. This problem requires that you have the service manual with schematics to locate the cause of the problem.

TOM,
T&D ELECTRONICS
tdeser@zoominternet.net