YS D1 strobe reset or firmware update

[Grant M]

Hi 

I got  a hold of a couple of used YS D1 strobes. One of them has a documented issue after firing on full power it does not recharge and needs the battery removed to reset. I see historically there was some reset/ firmware updates available and I can see some user options for D2 (sequence of buttons) and YS01 (involving magnet) strobes but not anything I can do myself for the YS D1. 

Given it is older kit I'm keen to try a DIY repair. Is there anyone that has a solution? Can a DIY reset or firmware update be done?

Out of warranty and beyond economical repair to go back to Sea & Sea I would expect. I'm UK based.

Any suggestions appreciated. Other than that the strobe looks pretty mint.

 

Thanks

Grant

[JustinO]

Hi Grant, 

Have you spoken to Kevin at Aquaphot?  He's more than likely seen a few through his workshop at some point and either a) may have some ideas on how to fix or some spares knocking about....notwithstanding that it's old stock.  

 

Kevin has helped me with a few issues, either fixing S&S stuff or getting answers on my behalf. Try and contact him through 

https://aquaphot.com/

 

Other than that, am out of ideas. 

[Grant M]

Thanks Justin

 

I'll reach out to Kevin and see if he can help.

 

Appreciate you taking the time to reply.

 

Cheers

 

Grant

[Grant M]

For info

 

Ahead of seeking support I did a bit of an experiment. One of the strobes cuts out when fired on full with the diffuser on, the other one is consistently fine. With diffuser off the bad one works for a good while in air with full dump.

 

Submerging in cold water there is no issue at all with diffuser on. Thus there must be a heat sensitivity and the water must be keeping the strobe cool enough for it not be an issue. As I dive cold water I'm going to see how I get on as it may pose no dive situation issues for me. 

 

For info I have successfully fixed the battery covers where the terminals bend and weaken with parts from RS. If anyone needs that info happy to share.

 

Now to make some new fibre cables (I'll not start that thread!) I'm comfortable with that.

 

Very little to take pics of last night in Loch Long Scotland.

 

Cheers and safe diving

 

Grant

 

 

 

 

Edited May 17, 2024 by Grant M

[Crasoner]

On 5/15/2024 at 1:36 AM, Grant M said:

Hi 

I got  a hold of a couple of used YS D1 strobes. One of them has a documented issue after firing on full power it does not recharge and needs the battery removed to reset. I see historically there was some reset/ firmware updates available and I can see some user options for D2 (sequence of buttons) and YS01 (involving magnet) strobes but not anything I can do myself for the YS D1. 

Given it is older kit I'm keen to try a DIY repair. Is there anyone that has a solution? Can a DIY reset or firmware update be done?

Out of warranty and beyond economical repair to go back to Sea & Sea I would expect. I'm UK based.

Any suggestions appreciated. Other than that the strobe looks pretty mint.

 

Thanks

Grant

 

I Grant,

 

By coincidence, I decided to bring my same-problem D1 yesterday to a small Sea&Sea distributor here in Asia. I was quite lucky, finding a very experienced old man behind the desk. He did several tests for free but unfortunately could not fix it and added that is the main board, so not possible fixing. He gave me this restart sequence sheet attached for the D2 and told that sometimes he manages to fix some D1 units with it. You might try it. 

 

In addition, he also told and showed me why many D1 and D2 strobes flood, and it is due to the fiber cable socket, which after a while gets micro cracks and let the water come in. He advised to change it for a new sturdier one usually mounted on the D3 (attached pic too) strobe model, and I did the replacement for just $20 bucks. Totally worthy to avoid future floods if you have any more D1 or D2 strobe units. 

 

So far, I will keep using my "damaged D1"  at medium power which works perfectly until it breaks down completely, and find another brand for new strobes. Sea&Sea has given me too many problems since 10 years ago. 

 

Regards. 

 

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