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Sensor Array Removal

Prerequisite Only
This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

Introduction

Prerequisite guide for removing the sensor array in the HTC Vive Pro 2 headset.

What you need

  1. Sensor Array Removal, Reposition the head strap: step 1, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Reposition the head strap: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Rotate the head strap forward as far as it will go.

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  2. Sensor Array Removal, Unplug the All-In-One Cable: step 2, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Unplug the All-In-One Cable: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Unplug the All-In-One Cable from your headset.

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  3. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the All-In-One Cable: step 3, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the All-In-One Cable: step 3, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the All-In-One Cable: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the All-In-One Cable from the cable guides along the left side of the head strap.

    • During reassembly, connect the All-In-One Cable to the headset before routing it through the cable guides. This will ensure it has the right amount of slack.

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  4. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the top strap: step 4, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the top strap: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Separate the top strap from itself where the Velcro secures it.

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  5. Sensor Array Removal: step 5, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 5, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Peel back the Velcro securing the rear of the top strap.

    • Feed the top strap out through the head strap to partially remove it.

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  6. Sensor Array Removal: step 6, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 6, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Feed the top strap through the clip near the front of headset to fully remove it.

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  7. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the front side foam pads: step 7, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the front side foam pads: step 7, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the front side foam pads: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Peel off both front side foam pads to uncover the speaker wires.

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  8. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the two rubber spacers: step 8, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the two rubber spacers: step 8, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the two rubber spacers: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Use the point of your spudger to pry out the two rubber spacers next to the headphone screws.

    • Be careful not to accidentally pry any of the speaker wires under the rubber spacer.

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  9. Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the speaker wires: step 9, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the speaker wires: step 9, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the speaker wires: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Use the point of your spudger to pry up and disconnect both the left and right headphone speaker wires.

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  11. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the head strap: step 10, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the head strap: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Use a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the two 12.1 mm screws (one on each side) securing the head strap to the headset.

    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the following screws securing the head strap to the headset:

    • Four 3.9 mm screws (two on each side)

    • Two 4.1 mm screws (one on each side)

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  12. Sensor Array Removal: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two plastic spacers underneath the previously removed Torx T6 screw.

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  13. Sensor Array Removal: step 12, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 12, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 12, image 3 of 3

    • Thread the headphone speaker wires out through both ends of the head strap.

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  14. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the outer shell: step 13, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the outer shell: step 13, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the outer shell: step 13, image 3 of 3

    • The four screws securing the outer shell are covered with black stickers. If the stickers are difficult to remove, simply press your T6 Torx driver through them.

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  15. Sensor Array Removal: step 14, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal: step 14, image 2 of 2

    • Use a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the four 3.9 mm screws (two on top, two on bottom) securing the outer shell to the headset.

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  16. Sensor Array Removal: step 15, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 15, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 15, image 3 of 3

    • Insert an opening pick into the seam between the two halves of the outer shell.

    • Slide the opening pick through the seam to dislodge the clips securing it to the headset.

    • Only insert the opening pick as far as necessary. There are ribbon cables underneath the outer shell.

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  17. Sensor Array Removal: step 16, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 16, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 16, image 3 of 3

    • Continue sliding the opening pick through each seam until all clips have been dislodged.

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  18. Sensor Array Removal: step 17, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 17, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 17, image 3 of 3

    • Carefully slide each half of the outer shell off of the sensor array.

    • Be careful not to snag any of the ribbon cables underneath.

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  19. Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the microphone: step 18, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the microphone: step 18, image 2 of 2

    • Use the point of your spudger, or a clean fingernail, to flip up the locking tab on the microphone ZIF connector on the daughterboard.

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  20. Sensor Array Removal: step 19, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal: step 19, image 2 of 2

    • Use tweezers, or your fingers, to pull the microphone cable straight out of its socket.

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  21. Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the sensor array: step 20, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Disconnect the sensor array: step 20, image 2 of 2

    • Use tweezers, or your fingers, to peel the conductive fabric off the sensor array ZIF connector on the motherboard.

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  22. Sensor Array Removal: step 21, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal: step 21, image 2 of 2

    • Use your spudger, or a clean fingernail, to flip up the locking tab on the sensor array ZIF connector.

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  23. Sensor Array Removal: step 22, image 1 of 1

    • Use your fingers to grip the left and right sides of the sensor array cable and pull it straight out of its socket.

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  24. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the sensor array screws: step 23, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the sensor array screws: step 23, image 2 of 2

    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the four 3.0 mm‑long screws securing the top of the sensor array.

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  25. Sensor Array Removal: step 24, image 1 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 24, image 2 of 3 Sensor Array Removal: step 24, image 3 of 3

    • Use a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the four 3.8 mm‑long screws securing the front of the sensor array.

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  26. Sensor Array Removal, Remove the sensor array: step 25, image 1 of 2 Sensor Array Removal, Remove the sensor array: step 25, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the sensor array straight off the lens assembly and remove it, making sure you thread the cable through its slot.

    • During reassembly, make sure the sensor assembly cable is threaded through its slot before continuing.

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Conclusion

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

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