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Posted By: SirQuack One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/25/19 08:49 PM
Hey folks how ya all been? This will most likely be a call to Axiom on Monday but here I go. I recently noticed the overall bass in the theater room seemed different. I have 2 EP350v3 up front and an EP600 in the back.

Anyway, after troubleshooting I noticed nothing was coming out of one of my 350s. When sending the test white noise from my Anthem nothing. The Auto Sense switch normally goes green and stays red and then fades away to nothing. Even tried hooking it up to one of the other coax's for the other subs and nothing. Currently I have it unplugged and will try later.

Thanks Randy
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/25/19 09:05 PM
Is there a fuse by the AC cord you can check?
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/25/19 09:24 PM
Also make sure the wall plug works.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 01:26 AM
I don't see a fuse on the back of the amp, and yea the wall outlook works, the other sub is plugged into it...I did try a different one just to be sure.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 01:52 AM
The fuse would be right below the plug that the AC cord plugs into. You have to look real close. It should pop out if there is one.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 01:54 AM
will look again, enjoying a few home brews now. smile
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 02:18 AM
Home brews just aren't the same without all of your subs...LOL!
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 06:32 PM
Randy, you ok man? It's afternoon you know. Lol!
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 09:31 PM
yeah, just trying to figure out if it is a fuse or what, I see right below the plug it talks about 115 fuse and 230 but not sure I see a way to remove anything.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 09:42 PM
https://photos.app.goo.gl/NCDpWTrtsg9oJxVLA
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 10:15 PM
Yeah...there you go! Just push on the little icon that looks like a fuse and the tray should pop out exposing the fuse. BTW, glad you lived through your drunk fest.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/26/19 10:18 PM
T10AL fuse, man. Look at the ferrule real close to see if the element is open. Best to examine before beers. smile
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 03:22 AM
let me go get my cheaters, over 50 now, lol brb
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 03:31 AM
hmmm, not seeing how this thing pops out. I'm pushed with my finger and end of screwdriver, and it seems to move a little, but don't want to damage plastic. I think I'm doing something wrong.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 03:59 AM
https://photos.app.goo.gl/RRRYthgLJewrtpSS8

Fuse seems normal, compared to the one in the other 350 and seem to look the same.

Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:06 AM
Looks good to me. You gotta stop blowing up Axiom and Emotiva shit, Randy. You've been doing that since at least 2007 when we first "met". smile

You know how I feel about this. This is not a problem; it's an OPPORTUNITY! Get yourself some v4. Waaaaahoooooooo!
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:09 AM
I have a EMO A500 in my mix now that I moved to Atmos, lol
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:11 AM
So the Auto Sensing switch stays red all the time. It normally is Red until it senses a signal and then turns Green. On the sub that works if I turn the switch off it stays green all the time. On this bad sub it is Red no matter what position.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:13 AM
Red no matter what is the secret code to upgrade to v4.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:15 AM
I would need permission from the wifey, lol Not sure how well that conversation would go right now, lol
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:22 AM
Give her a few pints and she'll agree to anything.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 02:18 PM
Trying to call Axiom now, but says can't find audio expert. Will keep trying.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 02:29 PM
Send debbie@axiomaudio.com an email and tell her a silent 350v3 is hurting your brain and shattering your emotions.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 02:43 PM
Just fired one off to her. She was helpful a year or so ago when I upgraded to Atmos and changed out some of my surrounds. The days of Alan, Brent, and others answering the weekend line are gone. frown
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 04:41 PM
Alan and Brent are busy doing yoga.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 05/27/19 10:44 PM
I'm having more fun than you, Randy. All my v4 gear is working impeccably and puts my v2 to shame. I've spent this afternoon listening to my M5s while throwing knives and axes.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/01/19 12:10 AM
Just a little update. I have been in contact with Axiom via email earlier this week. Still waiting on options from them; repair current amp, replace amp, or possible sub upgrade. Hope I hear back soon, need to enjoy movies..
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/01/19 02:26 AM
Trade the 600 and 350s for 2 x 500v4. The v4 DSP subs now have the gut punch/'nad tickler switch.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/06/19 01:49 AM
In discussions:)
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/06/19 01:50 AM
For moving into the modern age? smile
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/07/19 08:09 PM
Considering 2 EP500 upgrades for my EP350v3s.
Posted By: brendo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/07/19 09:12 PM
You would get a lot more from the 500s I think. My old SVS PB1000 was drowned out when I originally got my M80s.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/07/19 09:42 PM
Randy, the over-all quality of my 800v4 is vastly superior to the 600v2. I expect that quality to be the same in the 500v4.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/12/19 08:46 PM
I treated my upgradeitis many years ago, don't want a relapse. I also love my M80Tis
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/13/19 01:45 AM
Ok Randy. If you're happy with the Ti why would you want to move to v4 for a wider, deeper, holographic soundstage with higher fidelity and micro and macro dynamics across the entire audible band? laugh
Posted By: bridgman Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/13/19 02:47 PM
I have been upgrading to newer speakers for music playback but am still totally happy with my M60ti's for home theater.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/13/19 07:27 PM
Makes sense because as we know the types of fronts make no difference for movies.
Posted By: rrlev Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/13/19 10:02 PM
Originally Posted By Mojo
Makes sense because as we know the types of fronts make no difference for movies.
It always makes a difference ... it's just that you have not tested your theory on any speakers lousy enough yet ... or found the right sound track to notice ...
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/13/19 10:38 PM
I've tried M3, M50, M5, M100, M10s (stacked M5s), M8 (M3s stacked on M5s), M103s (M3s stacked on M100s) and M105s (M5s stacked on M100s). I tried a few minutes of Planet of the Apes on all of them and a few minutes of Game of Thrones both on Blu Ray. I admit it is *possible* there is an audible difference on another soundtrack.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 12:05 AM
Diana Krall still sounds sexy as hell with my M80s.
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 01:00 AM
John, you too have Axiomitis. laugh
Posted By: rrlev Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 01:44 AM
Mojo, Try a cheap set from Best Buy smile
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 04:20 AM
Good idea. I have a set of JVC from 35 years ago. I just have to find 72 gauge wire to fit in the spring clips.
Posted By: brwsaw Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 05:08 PM
Lol
Posted By: brendo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 08:21 PM
72 gauge?
Makes dental floss big and burly!!!

When I was still a HTIB guy, upgraded to the Monster XP. That 16 gauge was cool with those clip jacks.
The most important thing I found for HT is the front stage Timbre matching. I Wonder if the changes in generation are substantial enough to really notice.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 09:04 PM
I still have most of my 80s and 90s stuff in great condition: JVC Pro Logic AVR and tape deck, Pioneer 4way Loudspeakers, Sony turntable, lol
Posted By: Mojo Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/14/19 09:13 PM
Regarding the timbre matching, I ran a 160v4 with dual M80v2 for a year. I found no discernible difference other than the fact the 160v4 was miles ahead of the 150v2.

I am of course exaggerating on 72 gauge wire as Blair already knows but I can't fit 16 gauge in there either. BTW, I have used 72 gauge wire in my career for ultra-linear magnetics.
Posted By: BBIBH Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 06/15/19 11:49 AM
My first pair of Axiom AX3's purchased in 1990ish had spring terminals that were fairly large. To get the 12 gauge I was using to fit required thin cable terminal ends be soldered to the cables.
Posted By: SirQuack Re: One of my EP350 V3s won't turn on. - 07/22/19 02:42 PM
replacement amp for one of my 350s out for delivery today. yippy!
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