miner log displays the following:
ERROR: Can't start miner, can't parse json:
*Line 2: Column 1
Syntax error value, object or array expected.wrong miner config syntax
Thank you for responding.
I think you were correct, I had c=password in the miner’s password field. However, I am unable to confirm that because I was experiencing constant issues and so decided to delete everything and from scratch. Thanks again
Yea when all else fails, starting over with a fresh flight sheet/miner config can do wonders. 
And if you rely on others, it may not work.
Right. DYOR! 