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[Asus Transformer TF701] Solar.Plexus:
^This the same side where I a gap. My serial number is DAO, which I thought was a late model. Are you doing an RMA or a return? Where did you buy from?
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
My Serial is DBOKCY... Got it from Amazon Germany. I do an RMA with an exchange, so I get a brand new one and will return the faulty device.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
New Hardware Issue

Ok, today I got the replacement... now the display sits centered and fit BUT when the charger is connected either to the tablet or the dock and the tablet is docked, it's alloy casing is under power :eek:. Just swipe with one finger along the back and you can even hear the power flow, let alone feel it. What gives?

Seems there really are build quality issues with this Tablet... again, Asus. And not one fault, no, several in different permutations. I don't know if battery life is affected by this but it is very uncomfortable to hold the tablet when it is charging by the charger. It's not so much a problem when charging from the dock because the power level is lower, but that's a no go. Electro smog is what it is when using correctly shielded devices, but this is ridicilous.

So I'm going to RMA this one too and get a replacement. Wondering when Amazon will get stuffed by all those returns. Also wondering when I get stuffed with this too and chose another brand for my prime android tablet.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Snah001:
This "tinkling" feeling is normal with the TF701 and harmless due to no ground with the charger that comes with the tablet during charging. :good:
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
No, this is not normal. The first device with the non fitting display didn't had this, at least not that strong. Mind you, you can hear it buzzing aloud when sliding your finger over the back and it's not a little tinkling but more like a forcefield keeping your finger away from the metal. This might be useful if you want to shield yourself with it in a phaser firefight, but for more common tasks it is way too much. Devices leaking that much power are not allowed to be sold in the European Union.

My old Transformer Prime does not have this either and the whole charging equipment is quite the same as with the TF701.

We'll see how the replacement's replacement holds up against this.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Snah001:
Afaik all tf701 have this same "feature". I had 4 and all did the same and also many others users have the same experience.

Sent from my Asus Infinity TF700 with Dock
[Asus Transformer TF701] aznmode:
Had this on my tf701 and tf700
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
Hm, I'm a bit surprised this is so common with the newer TF Pads. My Prime definately does not have such an issue.

Since I cannot get another replacement but have to return it in exchange for the money, I might as well give it a week or two to see if it settles. A User from android-hilfe.de said he had this too until the third or fourth full charging cycle, then it was gone.

What's your experience over time with this effect?
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
My prime didn't have this issue but my Infinity did as did my sony laptop and my hp laptop.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
Actually it's not the Device having this "Feature" but the Charger coming with it. I tried two different TF701-Chargers and both gave me Power on the Casing.

However, after digging deaper into the Interweb on this matter I tried my TF201's Charger and the Nexus 7 2013 one on the TF701 and surprise, surprise, no more Power on the Casing!

Whereas using the TF701 Charger on the TF201 brought the same annoying Effect to the TF201, thus a bit weaker.

So it clearly is a low quality Charger causing this issue and if your TF701 is ok otherwise just get you a different one. It should output 5-5.3V and a minimum of 1.35A.

Man, am I reliefed that it is not the Device itself, but Asus should really ramp up the Quality of their Builds.
[Asus Transformer TF701] aznmode:
Hasn't changed and I've had my tf700 almost a year. It's not that big of a deal as it doesn't seem to affect the device.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
Well, after the charging indicator went dead, I had to return this one too. Tablet would only show charging process but no discharging anymore, making it useless as a mobile device.

Once I have my money back I'll try again. TF701 is exactly what I want, so it's a shame it is so riddled with build problems.
[Asus Transformer TF701] waragi:
bite the bullet?

The internet shop mentioned in the previous posts with people that swapped out their tablets 4 times have some of the returned / repaired TF701 with the keyboard connector problem fixed.

They are offering some of these with a discount of 60 -100 euros on the 500 euro new price and 22 months remaining warranty.

Would this be worth considering?. After all the biggest build issue seems to be the connector problem.

P.S the tf701T is for sale in germany on amazon and there are still bad reviews with keyboard complaints.

Lets hope the nexus 10 2 has nothing to do with asus.:fingers-crossed:
[Asus Transformer TF701] Kashban:
I'm from Germany and both docks I got with the TF701 from Amazon were fine. No issues at all. It were the tablets having issues.
[Asus Transformer TF701] waragi:
Thanks for the reply , its seems the problem is not as clear cut as being the connector on the keyboard but at times the tablet itself.

This makes the suggestion of just buying the tablet with out the keyboard not practical (not that one has the option in Europe to buy the tablet and keyboard separately).
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
My 1st TF701T had the issue on a new docking station, so I had to exchange both.

Now I have my new combo for exactly 1 month and no issue !! YET !!

It is certainly not better fitting, the same loose connection as I had with the 1st set, but the keyboard and SD card are not loosing if I change the screen position. Let's hope this combo is going to last.

Still not unlocking for this very reason of uncertainty.

Send from my TF701T with Tapatalk.
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
I hear you!

My first one lies boxed up on the counter. Digitizer died after one week.... I did not buy the dock yet and will not until I feel sure they have fixed the issue(s). I'm really not confident about the build quality of this tablet. But the form factor! There's nothing quite like it.....

I bought a Squaretrade warranty. First time I ever did that! It makes me feel a little better about buying a device with so many fundamental problems in it's young life.....
[Asus Transformer TF701] boudenoodty:
Had the tablet/docking disconnect issue since the beginning I bought the TF701 3 months ago.

Raised an RMA on Asus NL website and send it back on the costs of asus to the Netherlands on January 7th, got it returned on the 24th.

Been shifting the tablet/dock and tilting it since it returned and haven't been able anymore to have the docking disconnected message.

Had it before sending it back, after having opened/closed the tablet max 10 times.

Tried to identify what has been done and it seems the lower part of the hinge including the tablet docking connector has been replaced which in my case is solving the issue.

Repair doc is stating chassis part(s) and cabling/connector(s) have been replaced.

No worries, trouble free RMA transfer with a positive outcome ...

Can only recommend the people experiencing the same issue to raise an RMA directly with Asus and have it send back for repair.

EXCELLENT SERVICE AFTER REPAIR !!
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
How's the fitting in the hinge?

I have a new combo since more a month now, loose fitting yes, loose connection no.
[Asus Transformer TF701] boudenoodty:
[Still +/- 5 cm / 2 inch play in the hinge

will add a couple of layers insulation tape (as I tried before sending the tablet in ) to overcome that smaller issue
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
I like the sound of that, maybe mine is a new one then?
[Asus Transformer TF701] ed_bracam:
My touch screen problem on the TF701:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmFLmWo9ly8&feature=youtu.be
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Yeah send that back mate - digitiser is broken.
[Asus Transformer TF701] imadork8317:
I am having the keyboard disconnect issue, does anyone know if doing and RMA will get this fixed? Do they replace the dock and tablet? or just one or the other?
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
They replace the hinge.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
Got mine replaced by a complete new set (tablet + keyboard) and cannot recognize any change in hinge. I made pictures of the old and new next to each other and the difference is minor if available at all. Nevertheless the topic has not repeated itself (knock on wood) since.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Motawa88:
wow... better stay away from this device.
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
Why? Never been happier with a tablet.
[Asus Transformer TF701] mrphil101:
I really like the specs on this and can get the bundle for $449 online at tigerdirect. Almost pushed the button but came here to see how development was on this unit. Recovery available, that is a good thing, Then this issue with the connectors and the disconnecting have made me change my mind. I see the same complaint at all the sites I go to, and the docking feature was a big selling point. What a shame Asus. I have Asus motherboards and monitors and have been happy with them. A few of the sites with user comments had responses posted from Asus, and they were all ambiguous as to whether they considered it a problem. Just a call us and we will.....
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
TF701 tablet wobble in dock solved forever in 2 minutes!

Here you find a video showing a fix for this design error.

Result is a absolute wobble-free tablet in the dock plus a reliable keyboard/mouse and USB3.0 and SD card data transfer. :good:

youtu . be/__M4S3BbOqw

Get the High Quality combo you payed for!
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
Wow, great, geïnteresseerd, $?
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
setje tf701 mod fix nog beschikbaar

Beste Ruud,

Ik heb nog een setje klaar liggen.

Ik vraag voor de 4 zelfklevende templates en uitvoerige beschrijving €20,- inclusief verpakken en verzendkosten.

Mocht je belangstelling hebben hoor ik het graag.

Vergeet niet het verzendadres te vermelden svp.

Dank en groet

Joep
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
I send You a PM with needed information.

This is a great initiative. Although my device has been send for repair of the screen I still wish my next device to be TF701T no matter what. I do work with the old TF700T but since knowing how a tablet should react, I am not really pleased with it anymore.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
Ja, ik wil graag een setje. Had een PM gestuurd maar nog geen reactie gehad.
[Asus Transformer TF701] pelago:
Post in English, please. See http://xdaforums.com/announcement.php?a=81
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
My excuses for this.

For correct understanding of the Dutch. I checked the video and really like the idea of how the úpgrade' is easy and simple to install. Even though my TF701T is currently send to Asus repair in Holland, I hope to get a warranty confirmation for the screen and receive the device back. It did not have the issue of loosing contact with the SD Card yet, but the wobbling is available. I think the upgrade is something which improves the tablet.
[Asus Transformer TF701] beady_uk:
Joep i am also interested in the mod. Can you PM me a price to ship to UK.

Thanks

Steve
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Just sent you an email ;)
[Asus Transformer TF701] minisaurio:
This mod fixes the disconections issues?

Enviado desde mi K00C mediante Tapatalk
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
We'll see. I ordered it - should be here soon. Stay tuned....
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Where from mate. I've sent an email and a pm. Not heard anything back yet.
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
Mhh, he responded to my mail right away: jvwulfen@gmail.com
[Asus Transformer TF701] tschmid:
he also respondet to me, the fix should be at my place this week

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[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
Hello Joep,

Please do reply to sbdags. If there is anybody spending big time in favor of things Asus should have done from the beginning, than its him.

I did receive a package in Holland, but will be there only at the end of this week to pick it up. And worse is, my TF701T did not return yet, so I might be returning to Russia with the upgrade but nothing to install it into.

Regards,

Ruud
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
My package is on the way. :)
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
This is going to be interesting. A US/GB/Germany race (sorry Ruud - seems Russia is out).

But I think I have the edge. Should have checked my mail box today! [emoji39]
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
Well yeah, I might be out of the race for this upgrade, but only because I did not receive my tablet back yet. The upgrade race I might have won as virtually I have received the package :)

Anyway, I am still in the race concerning football, being Dutch!!
[Asus Transformer TF701] Sleeepy2:
Canada is watching the race to see final results. Might be limping into the race after the fact if the results are favorable :p
[Asus Transformer TF701] tschmid:
My fix is here, thanks joep, now my dock is fine

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[Asus Transformer TF701] minisaurio:
Are the disconections issues fixed with the mod?

Thanks in advance.

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[Asus Transformer TF701] tschmid:
Yes!

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[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Mine is here and fitted :)

Very clear instructions - just be super careful with the right hand dock metal spacer - I didn't sit mine quite right at first and it interferred with the locking mechanism slightly. Once I got the dock on it fits perfectly now.

The dock is tight, the slop is gone and it feels far more sturdy :) One happy camper :)
[Asus Transformer TF701] tschmid:
Cool me too :)

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[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
Darn snail mail.... [emoji83]
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
Just to say Hi

Hi guys,

Sorry if I did not respond to some messages, since I am new to this kind of ' crowd comm'. :cyclops:

I did place some posts but I cannot find them, as if they were never typed by me... perhaps I did something wrong, or was too long time online before posting, so it may shut me down before I finished my post. I have no clue. But anyway.

I also can be contacted via jvwulfen, I am a g oogle member.

I am not quite a forum user (yet), but thanks for all your positive reactions on my TF701 dock fix modification.

Due to the shape of the metal plates, they are all hand crafted and I fit all parts before finishing for shipment.

My best experience was with stainless steel, and therefor takes some more time to finish.

I am happy to have solved this issue that has been around for many months now.

Thanks again for your reactions.

Regs, Joepo
[Asus Transformer TF701] Sleeepy2:
For us non Europeans that symbol is for GBP right.

22.50 GBP
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
Hi Joepo,

I got my kit today and was very excited, watched your video again and fitting them to the correct spots was easy.

But for my tablet it made it a VERY tight fit, to the extend that I felt uncomfortable having to use that much force. I had to re-position the right side once to make the lock mechanism work (just as sbdags it seems).

Once it was locked, it does sit very tight, the wobble is gone, but unfortunately I still have the disconnect problem. Doesn't take much movement of the screen to first disconnect the dock SD and then the dock itself.

Since I have to pull/push pretty hard to detach/attach to lock the tablet, I took the metal spacers out again.

I am going to try to return the dock (once again), hoping Circuit City still takes it back AND by now has the new production line from 2014 rumored to not have that problem... :fingers-crossed:

Check out the pictures - if I did something wrong attaching the spacers, let me know.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
Tablet Insertion force

Hi there,

I read your message and saw your pics; their positioning looks fine to me.

In some cases, after correcting the position of a part, the sticky layer may have foulded up a bit when replacing, causing a slightly thicker tooth and therefor the extra force to insert. I cannot judge that from your pics. Removing both metal spacers only makes it mechanically unstable again, plus the connector is 'out of centre' because it misses filling-thickness on the front-half.

The modification is successfull because of a match in thickness and position of the 4 parts. Modifying both the dock and tablet, cause the the electrical connector to keep its original position after the mod, necessary to make a good fit. Since the mechanical stress on the connector is gone after the mod, its position is stable when opening and closing.

What you may try to attempt, is to place the 2 metal spacers back and loosen the 2 black screws on each side of the electrical connector WITH ONLY 1 COMPLETE TURN MAX, so COUNTER CLOCKWISE, to loosen-up the connector from the dock chassis a bit. This very minimal release make the connector mechanically 'seek' when docking.

Before coming up with this mod, I measured over 15 pcs TF701 tablet openings plus dock hinge tooth, and they all matched within 0.1mm exactly. I use 2 TF701 combo's myself. I worked with models from november 2013 to may 2014, all having the same mechanical issue.

Before shipment, I try all the parts myself, and never encountered this excessive insertion force, only a real exact fit, never worrying.

I have no experience with the latest 2014 docks, where some say wobble / connection issue is solved, and some say it is not...

Could it be you used the mod parts on a 'newer' 2014 dock?

Again, I have no experience with this version.

Hope this helps!

Kind regards,

Joep
[Asus Transformer TF701] royredman:
So I'm assuming all the issues with this tablet are far from being fixed in the newer models?
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
No, mine is 11/2013 dock.

I tried loosening the connector yesterday already when I tried the to make your fix work, but that did not help either. I only repositioned the right spacer because I could not get the tablet to lock in the dock. It just didn't go down far away to trip the teeth gripping.

It was that tight fit from the very first try, btw.

It's the dock that has the problem, not the tablet.... Haven't read any new reports about the wobbly connection in a few months. Don't know if that is a sign that the newer models have been fixed though.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
Kit coming

Hi David,

Just to let you know your mod kit shipped today :cool:

Regards,

Joep

---------- Post added at 08:05 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:44 PM ----------

Hi Bernd,

The insertion force is determined by the thickness of the metal plate, plus tape, and gets some placement tolerance by the soft pvc spacer in the tablet. It is this very combination of thickness and positioning of both tablet and dock parts that reduce the wobble, while keeping the electrical connector exactly centered for the intended high-speed data transfer. So there is not much room for changing thickness to reduce insertion force a little.

If you wish I can send you 2 new spacers with 0.1 less thickness, and return your metal plates to me.

If you are open for this offer, please let me know.

Regards,

Joep
[Asus Transformer TF701] Sleeepy2:
Awesome, Canada is bringing up the rear.

Thanks
[Asus Transformer TF701] Nixus_Maximus:
I received my mod today, it was very easy to install and it is very effective! All problems gone now.

I wonder why Asus wasn't able to design this correct in the first place. But now it's a perfect tablet.

Thanks again, Joep.

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[Asus Transformer TF701] jeroenpico:
Got mine today. Installing it is really 2 minutes like he says! Very thight connection now between the tablet and the dock! Finally the tablet can be used as it is meant to be!! :D

Shame on Asus they did see this during design, but I also don't get how the managed to make the tablet dock connection worse from the TF201 to the TF700 and unuseable in the TF701... The first series were great out of the box (except for Wi-Fi trouble).

Glad someone finally fixed this! Really love the way my tablet functions now! :D Thanks Joep!
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
Funny thoughts. I got my set too, but my tablet is still with Asus. They need more time to wait for parts?!? I can get a refund instead and purchase a new Sony Z2 tablet. Should I?
[Asus Transformer TF701] royredman:
Hey [MENTION=971947]JoeP[/MENTION], how do I find you fix on the dock fix? I'm curious about getting the tablet with your fix later. Thanks for your fix by the way!
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
yoyr question

Hi Roy,

I do not undrstand what you exactly are looking for.

Can you get back to me with more details please?

regs, Joep
[Asus Transformer TF701] royredman:
Hi, how would I be able to get your dock fix modification? Thanks again!
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Just pm him or email him? The email is in his you tube link.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
contact

Hi Jim,

I have a google mail account, starting with jvwulfen.
[Asus Transformer TF701] pimjai:
i am not sure wether this is the right topic, but since it's about the build quality it can't be that wrong.

My mother has a tf701 since a few monts, and and after a night sleep there suddenly is a spot at the middle of the screen where colors etc. are weird. This spot is surrounded by a vague yellow line. Does anyone know what this is and wether ASUS will repair it? The digitizer doesn't seem to be affected, just the screen. I tried to shoot a picture from the problem, you can't see it that well, but i think it's clear enough: http://nl.tinypic.com/r/332m5ac/8

I would call ASUS, but since it's weekend that's no option and my mom won't stop bugging me about what it is, so i thought i'd ask here :)
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
I had that circle once and it went away by itself after running the tablet for about an hour. No idea what caused it. Check the Q&A section. I started a thread about it.
[Asus Transformer TF701] pimjai:
yeah it's weird, it's gone now. Just hope it doesn't come back. Thanks for your reply anyway :)
[Asus Transformer TF701] Joepo77:
TF701 wobble modification fix

Hi,

I read your message of your TF701 connection issue.

Since one month now I have a modification kit available that fixes both mechanical and electrical issues.

Please let me know when you are interested.

Kind regards,

Joep
[Asus Transformer TF701] mashed_ash:
I had the same problem today. Almost identical circle in the center of the screen. Thankfully its gone now.
[Asus Transformer TF701] issawillwin:
Hello people, i'm considering unlocking my tf701 but i would like to test my device before voiding warranty. Is there any app for stress the display and the other parts of the device? I have noticed some weird black triangles wich last shorter than 1/2 second but it happens so casually that i'm afraid asus repair service will say "nothing wrong with it".

Sorry if my english isn't perfect folks.