SuperSonic Matrix Mid SC-999 LCD Replacement

Wedge the plastic opening tool between the back cover of the device and the front panel.

You will hear a snapping sound as the cover is separated from the body of the device.

Slide the opening tool along the seam between the front panel and the back cover to un-clip the remaining connections around the device.

Again, you will hear a snapping sound as the cover is separated from the body of the device.

Lift the back cover from the body of the device to expose the internal components.

Remove the Battery

The battery is secured to the back panel with tape and glue.

Peel back the tape around the battery and discard it.

Tear through the adhesive holding the battery by using the spudger tool.

Desolder the 2 Battery Wires

The Battery has two wires connected to the motherboard (one black and one red).

Remove the Speakers

Use the tweezers to remove the speakers from their compartments.

Desolder the 4 Speaker Wires

Remove the microphone from its compartment.

Use the soldering iron to remove the wires connected to the microphone.

Use a soldering iron to desolder the region circled in red.

Desolder the FM antenna from the motherboard.

Remove the large ribbon cable from the socket that attaches it to the motherboard.

Pull down on the dark grey sliders located on both sides of the ribbon cable to release it.

Remove the small ribbon cable from the socket that attaches it to the motherboard.

Flip the dark grey latch to release the ribbon cable from the motherboard.

Remove the four Phillips #00 screws attaching the motherboard to the device.

Ensure that the motherboard and all other items are off before continuing.

Separate the screen and back housing by gently pulling on it.