Introduction
This guide replaces the Aoson R103 Speakers (it does require soldering). This guide is most used to fix distorted or broken audio and will require you to dismantle and redo electrical connections. Be careful not to burn anything while soldering and make sure to disconnect power from the battery to ensure you do not damage the device or yourself via electric shock.
Tools
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Turn off the device using the power button.
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Using fingernails/a pry tool, separate the back panel of the device. This may decent force as they are connected by push tabs.
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Use your fingers to unclip the ribbon connecter and then pull the ribbon out of the connector.
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This ribbon connects the power button and stops the device from turning on; allowing further procedure.
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The motherboard connections to the speaker are circled, they will be needed later.
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The two speakers are circled in orange, they are attached to a plastic piece via a screw.
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The 4.0mm long philips-head 00 screw will be disconnected at the Boxed area where the plastic disconnects.
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The box contains the four (4) soldering connections for the two speakers. Unsolder the old speakers and solder the new speakers in.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.