Osmo Mobile Bluetooth Module Replacement

Introduction

If you are unable to connect to Bluetooth and you have tried all troubleshooting for connecting a phone to the device, the Bluetooth module may need to be replaced. This guide will explain how to replace a broken Bluetooth module to ensure proper connectivity with the device.

What you need

Step 1 Osmo Mobile Handle Disassembly

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Remove gimbal from base handle by loosening round plate found at the top of the handle.

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Step 2

Use Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the three screws found on the gimbal stabilizer to detach handle from gimbal.
Carefully detach handle from gimbal and disconnect the cable that connects the two.

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Step 3

Locate the hex screws found at the top base of the handle, and unscrew using the 1.5mm hex screwdriver.

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Step 4

Remove joystick by gently pulling away from handle

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Step 5

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Remove the quick release PCBA by locating the connecting wires and release the ribbon cable with tweezers.
Use the spudger to pry open and remove the face plate, starting at the back of the handle.

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Step 6

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Locate four screws directly on top of handle.
Unscrew the silver, bottom two screws, that are closest to the face plate using the 00 screwdriver.
Unscrew the black, top two screws, located furthest from the face plate, using the 0 screwdriver.
Remove the remaining two screws found on the front of the faceplate.
Remove the rest of the face plate shell.

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Step 7 Bluetooth Module

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Locate and remove the black screw found at the base of the grey mounting plate.
Remove the grey face plate.

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Step 8

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Open the battery hatch and remove it by using the tweezers to press the hinge into the device.
Remove the black screw located underneath where the battery hatch was.

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Step 9

Use the spudger to remove the front handle casing by sliding the spudger into the area between the handle grooves.
Slide the spudger around the groove to find the 6 clasps that hold the front part of the handle, and unclasp them.
Take off the front handle section to reveal the whole interior of the device.