A little excitement today.
Go my 2nd X-1 in the mail.
Pulled it out of the box and set it up on my desk plugged the cable into the back of the unit and then into the powerstrip. There was a thunderous electrical crackle and spark and the room went dark.
Looks like the power supply died and popped the circuit breaker along with it.
This is the first piece of electrical equipment I have had die straight out of the box that I can remember. It sure does smell bad!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gouMnKavDI4A short video clip of "capacitors that cannot not explode".
Excellent utube demo of what could be happening inside. Another great reason why NOT to open up the unit and get a certified electrician to open it and give a full detailed written report. Also take photos at the same time if possible.
In any claim scenario, you are going to need proof, sorry, your word just wont be enough.
Don't forget to check all other electrical gear at your home that this could have damaged.