Introduction
The motherboard of the Canon Powershot Pro1 contains a large percentage of the camera’s circuitry. Damage to the motherboard can result in a variety of issues. This guide can help you replace your damaged motherboard.
Use care when removing the ribbon cables and connectors, and ensure you place connectors into their designated position.
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Locate the battery compartment cover on the right hand side of the camera. The cover features the text: “CF/BATT.OPEN”.
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There is an arrow beside the text. Using your hands, slide the cover in the direction of this arrow.
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Pull the cover toward you. After doing so you will see the battery sitting inside the compartment.
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Using the Phillips #000 screwdriver:
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Remove two 1.00 mm screws under the viewfinder.
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Remove one screw in the battery compartment.
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Remove five screws on the bottom of the camera.
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Remove one screw on the left side of the camera (opposite the battery compartment).
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Completely detach the cover from the motherboard.
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Lift the inside cover to reveal the motherboard.
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Detach the bottom right ribbon cable from the motherboard.
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Lift up the gold insulation cover to reveal the motherboard.
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Use tweezers and an iFixit opening tool, detach any wire connectors and ribbon cables from the motherboard.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
