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VTech Kidizoom Action Cam Lens Replacement

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  1. VTech Kidizoom Action Cam Lens Replacement, Display Assembly: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Make sure that the master power switch is set to the (O) position.

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    • Using a plastic opening tool, gently pry off the circular plating over the camera lens.

    • The circular plating is held by a mild adhesive. It will not be necessary to replace this adhesive during the reassembly process.

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    Magnetic Project Mat
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    • Use a #0 screwdriver to remove the two 2.5mm Phillips head screws located on the second layer of plating.

    • Remove the second layer of plating previously held down by the screws by gripping it with your fingers and pulling upward.

    • As there will be many screws being removed from the device, we recommend using a magnetic device such as the iFixit Magnetic Project Mat.

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    • Pry off the transparent plating and paper design using a plastic opening tool.

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    • Unscrew the (4) 2.5mm Phillips head screws from the third layer of plating using a #0 screwdriver.

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    • Turn the camera around and gently remove the plating that surrounds the LCD screen by grasping it with your fingers and pulling away from the device.

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    • Use the plastic opening tool to lift the LCD screen, including the purple casing and set it aside, revealing the motherboard and connector ribbon.

    • Exercise caution while performing this step, as any excessive pulling may tear the connector ribbon from the motherboard.

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  8. VTech Kidizoom Action Cam Lens Replacement, Lens: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Use the plastic opening tool to pry the lens from it's holder.

    • This can be the final step before reassembling, but doing this before removing the ribbon makes the process easier.

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    • Heat the iOpener tool, then press the iOpener tool onto the connectors to heat the glue on the connector ribbon.

    • If the iOpener tool is not available, use a hair dryer to heat the glue on the connector ribbon and then use a Q-tip dabbed in Isopropyl alcohol to dab the heated glue.

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    • Gently peel the connector ribbon being held down by the heated glue until it is completely removed.

    • Be cautious of very hot glue when peeling the connector ribbon off of the motherboard

    • When connecting the new camera lense, press the new connector ribbon to the original ribbon's position.

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

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