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GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement

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  1. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 2 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Be sure to power off the GoPro before you start disassembly.

    • Pop up and pull back on the clip to remove the screen cover and expose the back panel with the touchscreen.

    No parts required! What about the microSD/Micro USB assembly!!!! where to buy?!?!

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  2. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Use the metal spudger to pry around the perimeter of the panel.

    • Pry the panel upwards by inserting the metal spudger into the corner crease between the panel and camera shell.

  3. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Pry around the panel to ensure it is not attached to the device.

    • Move the panel to the side so you can access the internal components.

    • The panel is still attached to the rest of the device with a ribbon cable, so be sure to not tear or damage the cable.

    а где можно купить вот этот шлейф соединяющий дисплей и плату.???

    Александр «ivkadre» Карпенко - Reply

  4. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Peel back the rear panel ribbon cable that is adhered to the battery until it is completely separated from the battery.

    • Be careful of metal contacts on strip; they can be sharp.

  5. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Using tweezers, peel off the copper tape on the right side of the battery.

  6. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
    • Place the plastic opening tool at one of the edges of the battery then pry until the battery is removed from the GoPro.

  7. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Use a pair of tweezers to disconnect the battery connector from the motherboard.

    • Gently pull the battery off the motherboard. Pulling vertically off the motherboard will give a clean release.

    Lift the battery connector straight up.

    glenn tanner - Reply

    hi what kind battery can replace for hero+?

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  8. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, MicroSD/Micro USB Port Assembly: step 8, image 1 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, MicroSD/Micro USB Port Assembly: step 8, image 2 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, MicroSD/Micro USB Port Assembly: step 8, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the two 6 mm Phillips #00 screws.

    • Remove the single 4 mm Phillips #000 screws.

  9. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the image sensor from the camera.

    • You do not have to unplug the black box to remove the USB/SD chip.

  10. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
    • Grab the edge of the ribbon cable with the tweezers and gently pull until the cable is disconnected from the motherboard.

    • Be careful when removing the ribbon cable. You must pull gently or you can rip the ribbon off of its contacts.

  11. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1
    • Gently lift the microSD/Micro USB assembly up and out of the device.

  12. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Image Sensor: step 12, image 1 of 1
    • Use your fingers and gently pull out the sensor from the motherboard by slowly and gradually pulling up on the image sensor box.

    • Do not yank on the image sensor, it can rip out the wiring or damage the motherboard.

  13. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Motherboard: step 13, image 1 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Motherboard: step 13, image 2 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Motherboard: step 13, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the three 4 mm Phillips #000 screws securing the motherboard.

  14. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 1
    • Use your fingers to gently remove the ribbon connected to the lens.

    • Be careful when removing the ribbon cable. Pull off gently or you can separate the ribbon from the contacts.

  15. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 15, image 2 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 15, image 3 of 3
    • Use your fingers and carefully pull out the motherboard from under the lens. It may take a little bit of adjusting to get it out.

  16. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Lens: step 16, image 1 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Lens: step 16, image 2 of 3 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement, Lens: step 16, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the two 4 mm Phillips #000 screws securing the top button.

  17. GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 17, image 1 of 2 GoPro Hero+ LCD Lens Replacement: step 17, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the four 4 mm Phillips #000 screws securing the lens to the case.

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    • Gently lift the lens up and out of the device.

Conclusion

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

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I'm curious if you have any suggestions for sourcing the replacement part.

Bridgetown Electronics Repair - Reply

My hing clip is broken, Can I remove the actual camera & replace the full waterproof case then reinstall my camera into the new replacement case ?

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