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Canon PowerShot A75 Speaker Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the Canon Powershot A75's speaker unit.

What you need

  1. Canon PowerShot A75 Speaker Replacement, Batteries: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the camera over and locate the "BATT OPEN" sliding switch.

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    • Slide the switch to the right.

    • The battery cover should slide down and spring open.

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    • Remove the 4 AA batteries.

    • Watch for the orientation of the batteries as they slide out.

    • The battery orientation is shown under the battery flap itself and on a sticker next to the battery flap.

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    • Open the memory card slot by sliding it laterally until you hear a click

    • Remove the 5.9mm screw in the upper corner of the memory card slot

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    • Remove the two 4.1mm screws at the bottom of the battery flap.

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    • Lift the shutter button and speaker part from the top of the camera.

    • Do not pull the part too hard because there is a plug connecting the speaker to the camera.

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    • Using a pair of tweezers, grab the plug that connects the speaker to the camera and gently pull it out.

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    • Do not proceed to the next step unless you have previous soldering experience because you can damage the flash unit if you are not careful.

    • Remove the glue and unsolder the speaker from the outer casing. Replace or repair the speaker as necessary.

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Conclusion

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

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