What I thought as LDO is actually a booster converter TPS61221. The below one.


Below is the SOT that has direct continuity with W25Q32JVSIQ (Pin 8)


Below (Mainboard with main SOC, SOT to the right and W25Q32JVSIQ) is what I tried to isolate the issue with the SOT but no luck.

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Thanks, transient noise/unstability issue under load is suggested byGrok/Chatgpt, but I am not sure if that is the right reason. Yes, with CH341A programmer (3.3V) connected to Winbond Chip that has the firmware/boot code, radio turns ON and functions normally (Infact the winbond chip has pretty stable voltage reading of 3.3V without any external power sources or the programmer connected but still I am not sure what makes it boot only when CH341 is connected), I tried direct wiring between the SOT and winbond as well, but see no difference.. have also tried firnware/binary update on the winbond...

Hello All,

I have an issue with my Majority PETERHOUSE GRADUATE Internet Radio, it keeps rebooting at the boot logo Welcome screen. I have an another forum active in other website but due to lack of response I am posting the same here. I am positing a link below that has pictures including all the troubleshooting I have tried, appreciate if someone can take a look and give me any suggestions.

https://www.hifivision.com/threads/m...-screen.98243/


Troubleshooting Summary: Majority Internet Radio - Flash Chip...