Introduction

Use this guide to remove and replace the button and circuit board used for taking photos

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    • Remove batteries and SD card before beginning disassembly!

    • Locate the four plastic screw covers denoted by the markers and gently pry them up with the metal spudger.

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    • Remove all four (11mm) screws with the Philips #0 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the two battery cartridges located on the underside of the camera.

    • Once cartridges are removed, use the metal spudger to pry open the top, bottom, and both sides of the camera.

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    • Beware of the two black viewfinder lens falling out as you pry open the device!

    • The device should now be open and ready for further repair and/or replacement parts.

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    • Remove the purple plastic that covers the button and circuit board. It should slide right out from the slot it sits in.

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    • Unsolder wires connected to the right side of the circuit board. Pull the wires to the side.

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    • The button/circuit board should be loose now. Gently pull out the button/circuit board to remove it from the device.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Justin Sanchez

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