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To replace a faulty microphone follow the steps in this guide. This may be your only option if you find yourself unable to make voice recordings anymore with your device.
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Remove the battery compartment cover.
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Remove the battery.
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Locate and remove the screw next to the battery compartment lid.
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Locate the interlocking pegs along the seam of the device's casings.
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Gently pry the pegs apart one at a time, working your way around the case.
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The battery contact springs may prevent the case from separating.
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Push the battery contact springs down through the hole in the case.
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The casing protecting the USB and headphone jacks must be removed.
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Locate and gently pry apart the two interlocking clips holding it in place.
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The outer casings may now be removed and the MP3 player should separate.
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You now have access to all components found on the inside of the device!
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Locate microphone on motherboard.
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Find where microphone is connected to motherboard via solder.
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Use the soldering iron to liquefy the solder connecting the microphone to the motherboard.
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When not in use, be sure to always elevate the hot end of the soldering iron on a metal stand to prevent incidental burns.
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Remove the faulty microphone as you heat and melt the soldering points.
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Replace the faulty microphone with a new one in working order.
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With the new microphone in place, use the soldering iron and solder to create a stable connection between the motherboard and microphone.
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Give the new solder time to cool and harden.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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