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Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement

Introduction

This guide provides instructions for the removal and re-installation of the drone L.E.D. bulbs. This guide requires soldering. Please see this guide for more information on how to solder and desolder connections.

What you need

  1. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement, Drone Battery Pack: step 1, image 1 of 2 Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement, Drone Battery Pack: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Ensure the drone is powered off.

    • Press in and lift battery compartment cover.

    • A soft pry tool may be used for easier access.

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  2. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove battery pack from body of drone.

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  3. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect white connectors between the battery pack and drone.

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  5. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement, L.E.D. Bulb(s): step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the eight (8) 5mm Philips screws attaching the motor arms to the body using a Philips J00 screwdriver.

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  6. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the six (6) 5mm Philips screws attaching the Body Cover to the Body of the drone using a Philips J00 screwdriver.

    • Remove the Body Cover.

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  7. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two (2) 5mm Philips screws attaching the Motherboard to the body of the drone using a Philips J00 screwdriver.

    • Lift the Motherboard off the mounting position.

    • Do not pull hard on the Motherboard as solder connections are fragile.

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  8. Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Protocol Dronium III AP Light Bulb Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • This step contains a tool that can present a potential burn hazard.

    • Prepare and warm up a soldering iron.

    • Position Motherboard so that the L.E.D. bulb solder joints are accessible.

    • Use the soldering iron to melt the solder joints.

    • For more detailed instructions on how to solder, visit out How to Solder and Desolder Connections guide.

    • Remove the L.E.D. bulb from the Motherboard

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Conclusion

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

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