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Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement

Introduction

This disassembly will allow you to replace the batteries, and have access to the internal components of the device.

What you need

  1. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement, Top Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery cover by removing the P1 Philips screw.

    • Remove the 3 AA batteries by hand.

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  2. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew Top Cover with a 3mm Triangle driver bit from the Driver Kit.

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  3. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Use Opening Tool to release barbed latch on top cover.

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  4. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Release pilot studs near the hinge with Metal Spudger.

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  5. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Once the Top Cover is free, you will have full access to the circuitry.

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  7. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement, Camera: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use Tweezers to remove the side button.

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  8. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector.

    • Pull the ribbon cable away carefully.

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  9. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • With the ribbon cable free from obstructions, use a Prying Tool to release the circuit board from the guide studs.

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  10. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • With a plastic Prying Tool, separate the screen from the mounting tray.

    • Adhesive between the layers may provoke damage to the screen or tray. Take your time.

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  11. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Once the screen is completely folded away from the mounting tray, release it from the circuit board by hand.

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  12. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Release the back of the mounting tray using a plastic Pick to unhook the barb from the circuit board.

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  13. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Now remove the mounting tray complete with camera and ribbon cable attached by sliding away from the screen.

    • You must not damage the screen or screen ribbon cable in this step.

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  14. Spy Gear Video Walkie Talkies Camera Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Discard faulty camera and mounting tray.

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Conclusion

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

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