Yamaha RX-995 receiver repair question?

My Yamaha RX-995 receiver has developed a problem with it's remote activated (motor-deriven) volume control (the knob won't turn via remote/silly design). I've tried cleaning the pot, etc. and it'll work for a few uses and then nada. I suspect that the motor is dying. I use the receiver for 5.1 sound on video sources and also TV. I guess I can live without remote controlled volume but sometimes it's a pain (especially during war movies). I was wondering how much anyone would think this would cost to be repaired in a shop? I really wouldn't be into paying too much for something like this but I'm curious...

Thanks,
Todd

 

There's usually a secondary motor that pulleys the volume control up or down. I'm thinking it just really needs a small tweek to work, as I'm fairly sure that Yamaha doesn't use a fully motorized volume knob. I don't THINK so.

Might cost you $60-70, and I'm willing to guess no new parts are necessary. I'm thinking a gentle lube and cleaning is all.

 

If it's not too complicated maybe I can take a stab at this myself. I took a quick look inside when I was cleaning but I didn't see a secondary motor. Maybe it's within the casing of what I believed to be the single motor? I think this weekend I'll give it another look. Thanks, Sckott!

Todd

 

You're welcome.

No, it shoulnd't be a big problem, but if the volume control is powered or sealed inside it's own unit, don't bother trying to replace it or fix it. You know how it is.

Good luck.

 

I think it might be sealed inside it's own unit. I'll take another look this weekend and if it is sealed then oh, well...

Todd