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Olympus Stylus 725 SW LCD Screen Replacement

Introduction

This guide provides instructions for replacing a broken LCD screen on the Olympus Stylus 725.

What you need

  1. Olympus Stylus 725 SW LCD Screen Replacement, Disassembling Olympus Stylus 725 SW Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Olympus Stylus 725 SW LCD Screen Replacement, Disassembling Olympus Stylus 725 SW Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • The battery is located on the bottom of the camera.

    • Remove the battery by placing your thumb on the bottom flap and sliding the release button away from the side the lens is on. (The screwdriver is simply used as a reference point, no screws need to be removed)

    • If the battery is dead, charge it for 60-90 minutes.

    • When installing a charged battery, align the battery appropriately. The positive signs and negative should line up.

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    • Remove the four 3 mm long cover screws at the corners of the camera using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • Remove the 2 mm long screws securing the sides of the camera which holds the back panel using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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  4. Olympus Stylus 725 SW LCD Screen Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Olympus Stylus 725 SW LCD Screen Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Be careful when removing the back cover; you will need to detach the connecting ribbons. Use tweezers if necessary.

    • Detach the ribbons using your thumb, sliding them out of their slots.

    • Set the back panel face up to keep the ribbons from touching anything.

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    • Remove the screws in the back panel using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • Detach the ribbon cables that connect the LCD to the back panel of the camera.

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    • Use tweezers to remove the loosened LCD screen.

    • Be careful to not scratch the new LCD screen when replacing it.

    • Carefully place the new screen in place of the old, making sure the label faces up.

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Conclusion

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

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