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VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement

Introduction

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

What you need

  1. VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement, Front Case: step 1, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement, Front Case: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • 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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  2. VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • 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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  5. VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • 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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  6. VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement, Shutter Button: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • 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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  7. VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

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

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  8. VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Camera Connect Shutter Button Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

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

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Conclusion

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

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