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Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement

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  1. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement, How to Open the Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the four rubber tabs from the bottom of the sender.

    • Pull hard to peel off the rubber tabs, as they are attached with adhesive.

  2. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew the four 12 mm screws on the bottom of the device.

  3. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Flip the device over and remove the top casing from the sender.

  4. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement, Sender Wireless Audio Module Chip: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew the 10 mm screw, securing the wireless audio module chip.

  5. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew the 10 mm screw, securing the motherboard.

  6. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew the two 10 mm screws located on either side of the speakers.

    • Secure the front speaker input terminal to release the motherboard.

  7. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
    • Using both thumbs, push the front speaker input terminal back towards the inside part of the device.

  8. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Flip over the motherboard and wireless audio module chip.

  9. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Gently slide the black retaining flap back, securing the ribbon wire gently away from the white bar.

    • There should only be a small separation between the white bar and the black retaining flap.

    • Tweezers are recommended for this step.

  10. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
    • Using your fingers, pull the ribbon wire out from the black retaining flap in order to completely disconnect the wireless audio module chip.

  11. Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement, Sender Speaker Input Terminal: step 11, image 1 of 2 Rocketfish RF-WHTIB-A Sender Speaker Input Terminal Replacement, Sender Speaker Input Terminal: step 11, image 2 of 2
    • Desolder the four metallic clasps that attach the panel to the motherboard.

    • For soldering techniques, follow the step in iFixit's soldering guide.

    • Do not attempt to solder if you are inexperienced.

Conclusion

To attach a new speaker input terminal, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Where can I get a replacement input terminal?

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