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VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement

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VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement

Introduction

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If your Smartwatch is not charging, and you tested the cables, then the battery may need to be replaced. This guide will show you how to do this.

What you need

Parts

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    1. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement, Master Switch: step 1, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement, Master Switch: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Begin by flipping the watch over with its back facing upwards.

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    2. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Next, use the Phillips #00 screwdriver to unscrew the four 6.0 mm screws located in each corner of the watch to remove the backplate.

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    3. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Gently lift the backplate up to remove it.

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    4. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3
      • After removing the backplate, lift the master switch up from the circuit board.

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    1. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement, Motherboard: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the 0.6 mm screw.

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    2. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Carefully remove the speaker from the case without disconnecting it from the motherboard.

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    3. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
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      • Using the tweezers, carefully lift the bar holding the connection to the screen.

      • Remove the motherboard from the device.

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    1. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement, Battery: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Carefully pry the battery off of the circuit board using the plastic opening tool.

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    2. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 Battery Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • De-solder the wires connecting the battery to the circuit board.

      • Remove the battery.

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Conclusion

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

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Hey guys, My VTech watch is plugged in but once I turn it on it does but then shows a dead battery. I actually didn’t play with it for a while and I left it dead battery.

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So I might try this trick and see if it works.

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Sometime i’ll try it

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when I have the right tools

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Can I cut the wires connected?

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