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VTech InnoTab 2 Camera Replacement

Introduction

Tired of taking pictures with poor quality on your VTech InnoTab 2. Then follow our quick guide to walk you through replacing a faulty camera on your VTech InnoTab 2.

What you need

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    • Apply slight pressure and slide the button above the battery cabinet to the right to open.

    • Remove battery cabinet cover by sliding away from the center of device.

    • This device requires 4AA batteries to function without the AC adaptor.

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    • Remove all nine plastic caps from the back of the device using the plastic opening tool.

    • These covers are made of hard plastic so they may be difficult to remove.

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    • Remove the hard rubber tab located by the cartridge slot using the plastic opening tool.

    • Be careful not to apply excessive force.

    • Once the rubber tab is removed unscrew the single 7 mm screw using a J0 screwdriver.

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    • Remove all ten 7mm screws from the back panel of the device using a JO bit screwdriver.

    • Do not use excessive force while removing the screws to prevent damaging the plastic case.

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    • Using the plastic opening tool, detach the back plate from the front piece.

    • Do not use excessive force. If the back plate does not gently come on double check that all screws were removed.

    • Once the back panel is removed, you will be able to see the motherboard and other components within the device.

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    • Using the tip of your finger, carefully pull the clip upwards to release the camera connection from the motherboard.

    • The connection to the camera is located on top side of the devices motherboard.

    • Pulling the camera while the connection to the motherboard is still intact can cause damage to the circuit board.

    • Attach the replacement camera and lower the latch until a click sound can be heard.

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Conclusion

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

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