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Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement

Introduction

We turn our devices on and off every single day, and as such, the buttons wear over time. This repair guide will focus on replacing the electrical components controlling the On/Off buttons.

What you need

  1. Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement, Front Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 2.5mm Phillips #00 screws using the Philips #00 screwdriver.

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  2. Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use a plastic opening tool to pry the cover open.

    • After the the cover is partly open as shown, remove the cover with your hands.

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  4. Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 1 of 2 Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 2 of 2
    Tool used on this step:
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    • Using your hand, or a pair of tweezers, remove the ZIF connector by gently pulling it out of the dock on the circuit board.

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  5. Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a plastic opening tool to loosen the back cover off the device.

    • Once the back cover is loose, remove it gently by hand.

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  6. Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement, On/Off Buttons: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using a spudger, carefully remove the metal casing that is attached to the ZIF connector.

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  7. Sony Bloggie 3D Player On/Off Buttons Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Unclip the two plastic buttons with the spudger tool.

    • The buttons each have a spring under them that will fall off, be careful not to lose them.

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Conclusion

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

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