Hyperkin Retron 3 Disassembly

Introduction

This guide will show you how to properly open up your Hyperkin Retron 3 console in the event you need to make repairs.

Tools:

• Phillips #1 Screwdriver (1)
• Anti-Static Wrist Strap (1)

Step 1 - Remove 6 screws located on the bottom of the system

First and foremost, be sure to unplug both power and AV/S-Video cables and remove any games that may be plugged into the console. ?

In order to get into the system, you're going to have to remove the 4 rubber boots on the bottom of the console in order to access 4 hidden screws underneath. The other two screws are already accessible.

Note: These rubber boots are cheap and not easily reusable if they become stuck to each other or other items. If they become stuck, attempting to pull them apart may cause them to rip. Replacements should be easy to find online.

Alternatively, to avoid removing the boots, you can poke your screwdriver through the boot where the screw is located. This might be tricky as you're looking for the circle surrounded by several squares.

Step 2 - Lift top half of system shell

Caution: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COMPLETELY SEPARATE THE TWO HALVES AS THEY ARE CONNECTED VIA THE SYSTEM SWITCH DIAL ON THE UPPER SHELL AND THE MAIN PCB.

The cables have been glued down at the connection points. The upper shell and PCB unit do not need to be completely separated to get in and repair the system, although it would make it easier.

Unless you are confident in removing this glue without causing damage and have good soldering skills, it is not advised to try and separate the two halves.

Step 3 - Remove screws securing the PCBs to lower shell

It is easiest to prop up the top shell on the front right corner of the system. If using a flat surface, it can stand by itself, and there's enough slack in the Genesis PCB and Dial Switch cables to allow it to be positioned in such a way.

You can barely see it, but the upper shell is standing upright on the front right corner.

There are 11 screws that need to be removed in order to remove the entire PCB unit.

If the IR lens cover pops out at this point, do not worry about it. It can be easily reinstalled during the reassembly process. ?

Step 4 - Remove PCBs from lower shell

The top shell won't be far away during this repair. Find a few objects to keep it upright or out of your way.

The AV/Power/NES PCB will be the last to remove during disassembly and the first to replace during reassembly.

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