ModRetro Transparent Chromatic Disassembly
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This step-by-step disassembly guide is intended for ModRetro Transparent Chromatic units.
Use this guide when modifying or replacing components on the Chromatic.
What you need
Tools
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To remove the battery cover, push upward on the battery cover lock. The battery cover will pop open.
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Lift the battery cover off and set aside.
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Remove the batteries and set aside.
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Remove the back shell screws (x4) using a Tri-wing Y1 Screwdriver.
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Remove the back shell by lifting away from the device.
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Remove the menu button by lifting it off the post. It should come off with no resistance.
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When reassembling, slot the hole of the button onto the post.
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Remove the battery tray screws (x3) using a Tri-wing Y1 Screwdriver.
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Lift the battery tray off and set aside.
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Carefully disconnect the LCD screen ribbon cable from the PCB.
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Carefully remove the PCB from the front shell.
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For reassembly, slot the rubber retainer onto the two positive features at the bottom of the shell. The front face of the rubber retainer should sit flat against the bottom of the front shell before inserting the PCB.
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Carefully remove the speaker module from the front shell and set aside.
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Remove the rubber button membranes (x3) from their pockets.
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Remove the buttons and the D-pad from the shell with tweezers or by hand. If you flip the shell over, they will fall out freely.
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Carefully separate the IR window by firmly pulling it away from the front shell.
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For reassembly, check the orientation to make sure the side with the front lip goes in first.
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Press in firmly until the IR window is seated securely.
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Remove the power switch by pulling it away from the front shell. It should come off with little resistance.
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Remove the cartridge backer screws (x4) using a Tri-wing Y1 screwdriver.
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Pull the backer away from the front shell and set it aside. Note that there will be some resistance around the charm loops on each side.
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Remove the screws (x2) securing the latch cover using a Tri-wing Y1 screwdriver.
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Remove the door plate spring by using the screwdriver or a spudger to lift it out.
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Once the spring is removed, the battery cover lock lifts out easily.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
