Problems - Ft-757gx

Note: Working on internal transceivers involves high voltages and static-sensitive components. This article is for informational purposes; always consult a professional technician if unsure. The Yaesu FT-757GX, produced in the mid-1980s, remains a popular entry-level HF transceiver due to its compact size, relatively simple operation, and 100W output. However, age has caught up with this veteran. Electrolytic capacitor plague, brittle solder joints, and proprietary modules make troubleshooting a unique challenge.

This is often a cascade failure: Leaky capacitors in the ALC or protection circuit cause a transistor to stay fully on, drawing excess current through a low-wattage resistor. On the FT-757GX, R1084 (10 ohm, 1/4W) on the Regulator Unit is notorious for burning when C1085 shorts.

Buy only if you can test full receive sensitivity on all bands and full 100W output into a dummy load. If it works, budget $50–100 for a recap and relay replacement, and it will likely last another decade.

Below are the most frequently reported problems with the FT-757GX series, ranked by occurrence. Symptoms: The S-meter stays low or zero, even on strong signals. Background noise is faint or absent.

2022

Asiatelco established its ability to manufacture the products in Vietnam for customers around the world.

2019

Asiatelco has moved to a new office building because of the rapid increase of trade at No.68 Huatuo Road, Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Shanghai. ft-757gx problems

2015

Star-net acquires 65% equity of Asiatelco, and became the holding company of Asiatelco.

On Jun 21st, 2015, CSRC(China Securities Regulatory Commission) officially issued permission that Star-net bought Asiatelco successfully.On Jun 21st, 2015, CSRC(China Securities Regulatory Commission) officially approved that Star-net acquires 65% equity of bought Asiatelco. Star-net (Stock Code: 002396) was found in 1996 and successfully listed in Shenzhen stock exchange in 2010. It is a famous independent innovation benchmarking enterprise, which focus on Cloud Computing, Next Generation Network, Mobile Internet, Internet of Things and Smart Park. It is also a leading senior total solutions provider in China. After merging, based on strong platform of Starnet, Asiatelco will focus on international market to deploy sales network step by step. However, age has caught up with this veteran

2011

Officially awarded as “Small giant cultivation enterprise” by the Gov.

Officially awarded as “Research and development institution” by science and Technology Committee of Pudong high tech Zone, Shanghai On the FT-757GX, R1084 (10 ohm, 1/4W) on

2009

Certified as “Shanghai High-tech Enterprise” by the Gov.

2003

Asiatelco was founded in Shanghai Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park.