Hello Evan, and thanks for the reply.? Yes, the test I mentioned above was on the main board alone.? There is a direct short from the vdd connection for the 3.3 volt switching supply board to ground.? Other than start pulling parts I don't see anything indicating a short so it may very well be the processor. I was afraid of that after reading some other threads here.
I had some hobby money in paypal so I've ordered another kit and will keep looking this one over.?
Thanks again and 72/73
Ken
