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The Petcube Play 2 (model number PP2OUS) has a built-in microphone that relays your pet's sounds on the Petcube App. A defective microphone might lead to improper sound output or no output at all. If the microphone of your Petcube Play 2 is malfunctioning, use this guide to replace it.

Before using this guide, check that there are no connection issues between the Petcube, your Wi-Fi router, and your phone. The Troubleshooting Page covers connection-related issues and how to address them. If you determine that connectivity is not the issue, ensure that the Petcube Play 2 is turned off before beginning the replacement process.

Please note that step 10 of this guide requires you to remove the solder holding the microphones to the board. Be sure to carefully follow the IFixit soldering instructions to avoid burning yourself or damaging the device.

Wat je nodig hebt

Stap 1 Motherboard

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement, Motherboard: stap 1, afbeelding 1 van 3

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement, Motherboard: stap 1, afbeelding 2 van 3

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement, Motherboard: stap 1, afbeelding 3 van 3

Flip over the Petcube so the rubber bottom faces you.
Pull up the rubber layer with an iFixit opening pick to expose the screws underneath.

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Stap 2

Remove the four 3.5mm screws from under the rubber cover using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
The glue may cause slight resistance, but the screws should come out with minimal effort.

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Stap 3

Carefully pry off the glass front panel using an opening pick or a spudger.
Do not force the front panel off, as it may crack and break.

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Stap 4

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement: stap 4, afbeelding 3 van 3

Slide off the two covers, starting with the top plastic cover.
Slide out the internal assembly from the aluminum casing.

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Stap 5

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement: stap 5, afbeelding 3 van 3

Once the internal assembly is removed, a brass cylinder in one corner of the cube's front face will be visible. A screw will be attached to it.
Remove the screw with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Stap 6

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement: stap 6, afbeelding 3 van 3

Flip the cube onto its side to locate the pull tabs.
Using an opening tool, lift each of the five tabs to separate the two halves of the Petcube 2.

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Stap 7

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement: stap 7, afbeelding 3 van 3

Gently disconnect the cable connectors to separate the two halves of the device.
Avoid pulling on the wires to prevent damage to the connectors.

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Stap 8

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement: stap 8, afbeelding 3 van 3

Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 1mm screws.
Carefully release each of the tabs on the sides of the cube and remove the motherboard.
Be gentle with the tabs. They will break under too much pressure.

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Stap 9 Microphone

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement, Microphone: stap 9, afbeelding 1 van 3

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement, Microphone: stap 9, afbeelding 2 van 3

Petcube Play 2 Microphone Replacement, Microphone: stap 9, afbeelding 3 van 3

Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the screws from the plates behind the motherboard, separating the two plates.

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Stap 10

Detach the PCB with the microphones from the plastic.
Using a soldering iron, desolder the microphones from the PCB.
Be careful! The soldering iron becomes hot! Avoid touching the device for too long, as this may damage the components.
To Avoid burning yourself or damaging the device, follow the IFixit soldering instructions