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Rexing V1P Plus Battery Replacement

What you need

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    • Orient the device with the LCD screen facing down.

    • Remove the four 6 mm screws, located on the backside of the device, using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the back cover of the device and place it to the side, with care not to strain the connected battery cable.

    • Rotate the device 180 degrees to where the camera is facing you.

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    • Remove the two 5 mm screws on either side of the lens using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the two camera angle adjusters from the side of the device and carefully pull out the lens.

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    • Remove the two 5 mm screws securing the camera support bracket using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Carefully remove the plastic frame from its previously secured position on the motherboard.

    • It will rest loosely around the white camera ribbon.

    • Rotate the device 180 degrees to where the camera is facing away from you.

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    • Using a soldering iron, remove the two wires connecting the battery to the motherboard.

    • Soldering has the potential to burn you or damage your device. Check out this guide before beginning, take appropriate precautions, and always solder in a well-ventilated area.

    • Once the wires are removed, peel the battery off of the case adhesive.

Conclusion

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

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2 Comments

Where is it possible to get the replacement battery? Searching on ebay reveals nothing for the information given.

Derek Piper - Reply

Just realized this appears to be what is known as a 'super capacitor' rather than a battery so it's possible any 5.5V 3.5Farad capacitor will work. The form factor may be an issue though.

Derek Piper - Reply

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