Chronographs

pestobanana · February 20th, 2014, 12:12

So I left my Xcortech in my car overnight (it wasn't even below zero) and now its dead, it won't turn on. Now I need to buy a new chronograph or I'll become Bakasaur's apprentice.

What's the go to chronograph nowadays? One that won't take a shit on you if you decide to leave it in your car overnight with all your other gear.

Cobrajr122 · February 20th, 2014, 12:38

I have left my Xcortech out in the real cold numerous times, it even spent days in the rain and it is fine.

Have you tried new batteries or other troubleshooting?

As far as I know, Xcortech is still the go to chrono, its the most popular one I have seen around.

pestobanana · February 20th, 2014, 12:46

I've tried batteries, but I don't know what else I can do to troubleshoot a chronograph. What troubleshooting methods did you have in mind?

Cobrajr122 · February 20th, 2014, 12:52

I have never opened one, but I would start there. Look for any obvious damage, if you have a DMM and some electronics damage, follow the path that power should be taking from the batteries.

lurkingknight · February 20th, 2014, 13:45

mine was also left in my car for around a month... maybe more through -20 cold snaps and it turned on without problems.

Have you warmed it up inside for a few hours and changed the batteries?

I had an IR temp gun not work after it came inside, showing miscalibrated temps but a day later it was working fine.

pestobanana · February 20th, 2014, 14:30

I brought the thing inside last night and went to check my RoF after doing some stuff to my SR16 this morning and it wouldn't turn on. I guess I'll have to take the thing apart when I have time next week =S

Styrak · February 20th, 2014, 14:34

It's possible there was water damage from condensation if you tried to use it immediately without letting it warm up/dry out.

Cobrajr122 · February 20th, 2014, 14:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by pestobanana

I brought the thing inside last night and went to check my RoF after doing some stuff to my SR16 this morning

Well, obviously it is just scared of having 73 bb/s shot through it.

pestobanana · February 22nd, 2014, 13:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cobrajr122

Well, obviously it is just scared of having 73 bb/s shot through it.

Hey don't hate I work 8 days a week okay?

Chromey · February 22nd, 2014, 13:20

Ill sell you the Brand new With Everything in the box, I bought from a member here.
It came used with missing parts

pestobanana · February 22nd, 2014, 14:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chromey

Ill sell you the Brand new With Everything in the box, I bought from a member here.
It came used with missing parts

Wait what is it new or used.

Chromey · February 22nd, 2014, 14:44

Sold too me as New, But it was used.

pestobanana · February 24th, 2014, 13:46

Hit the chronograph a few times, dumped it in the car for a 2 hour drive and now it works. Don't know why, but I'm not going to complain.

K3vX · February 24th, 2014, 13:49

If I have to guess, soldering on the board inside cracked/popped off, and contact was re-established with a lucky impact. It'll fail again eventually, but "eventually" may be in a really long time.

Chromey · February 24th, 2014, 20:47

If all else fails Again. Grab the board, Toss it in the Oven for 5 mins at 400.

All joints on the board will connect again.

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February 20th, 2014, 12:12	#1
pestobanana Squid Porn Superstar, I love the tentacles! Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richmond Hill and Waterloo, Ontario	Chronographs So I left my Xcortech in my car overnight (it wasn't even below zero) and now its dead, it won't turn on. Now I need to buy a new chronograph or I'll become Bakasaur's apprentice. What's the go to chronograph nowadays? One that won't take a shit on you if you decide to leave it in your car overnight with all your other gear.

February 20th, 2014, 12:38	#2
Cobrajr122 2 Cent Tactical Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NB	I have left my Xcortech out in the real cold numerous times, it even spent days in the rain and it is fine. Have you tried new batteries or other troubleshooting? As far as I know, Xcortech is still the go to chrono, its the most popular one I have seen around. __________________ www.2centtac.com F i n d - a n - A g e - V e r i f i e r

February 20th, 2014, 12:52	#4
Cobrajr122 2 Cent Tactical Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NB	I have never opened one, but I would start there. Look for any obvious damage, if you have a DMM and some electronics damage, follow the path that power should be taking from the batteries. __________________ www.2centtac.com F i n d - a n - A g e - V e r i f i e r

February 20th, 2014, 12:46	#3
pestobanana Squid Porn Superstar, I love the tentacles! Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richmond Hill and Waterloo, Ontario	I've tried batteries, but I don't know what else I can do to troubleshoot a chronograph. What troubleshooting methods did you have in mind?

February 20th, 2014, 13:45	#5
lurkingknight "bb bukakke" KING! Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ottawa	mine was also left in my car for around a month... maybe more through -20 cold snaps and it turned on without problems. Have you warmed it up inside for a few hours and changed the batteries? I had an IR temp gun not work after it came inside, showing miscalibrated temps but a day later it was working fine. __________________ I futz with V2s, V3s and V6s. I could be wrong... but probably, most likely not, as far as I know.

February 20th, 2014, 14:30	#6
pestobanana Squid Porn Superstar, I love the tentacles! Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richmond Hill and Waterloo, Ontario	I brought the thing inside last night and went to check my RoF after doing some stuff to my SR16 this morning and it wouldn't turn on. I guess I'll have to take the thing apart when I have time next week =S

February 20th, 2014, 14:34	#7
Styrak Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	It's possible there was water damage from condensation if you tried to use it immediately without letting it warm up/dry out. __________________ Airsoft Sales and Repair/Upgrade Services

February 22nd, 2014, 13:20	#10
Chromey Whiny Attention Whore Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Acton, On	Ill sell you the Brand new With Everything in the box, I bought from a member here. It came used with missing parts __________________ B.A. Level 3 Cert.

February 22nd, 2014, 14:44	#12
Chromey Whiny Attention Whore Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Acton, On	Sold too me as New, But it was used. __________________ B.A. Level 3 Cert.

February 24th, 2014, 13:46	#13
pestobanana Squid Porn Superstar, I love the tentacles! Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richmond Hill and Waterloo, Ontario	Hit the chronograph a few times, dumped it in the car for a 2 hour drive and now it works. Don't know why, but I'm not going to complain.

February 24th, 2014, 13:49	#14
K3vX Trader rating Join Date: May 2012 Location: Quebec City	If I have to guess, soldering on the board inside cracked/popped off, and contact was re-established with a lucky impact. It'll fail again eventually, but "eventually" may be in a really long time.

February 24th, 2014, 20:47	#15
Chromey Whiny Attention Whore Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Acton, On	If all else fails Again. Grab the board, Toss it in the Oven for 5 mins at 400. All joints on the board will connect again. __________________ B.A. Level 3 Cert.

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