Coby DVD209 DVD Player Bottom Portion Replacement
This guide provides instructions on how to remove the bottom portion of the Coby DVD209 DVD player to access its internal components.
Written By: Kyle VanAllen
Published by: iFixit
Guide ID: 7714
Tools Required
- Tweezers
- Phillips #1 Screwdriver
- iFixit Opening Tools
Step 1: Accessing the Laser Assembly
Objective: View the laser assembly and disconnect the ribbon cable.
Description: The first step involves interacting with the DVD player's top mechanism to expose internal parts.
- Press the eject button to open the DVD tray and view the laser assembly inside.
- Using blue plastic tools and tweezers, carefully remove the ribbon cable connected to the laser assembly.
Caution: Do not touch the laser lens. (Original French: NE PAS TOUCHER LA LENTILLE)
Step 2: Removing the Bottom Casing
Objective: Detach the bottom panel of the DVD player.
Description: This step focuses on unscrewing and prying open the main body of the device.
- Remove the six 1cm screws located on the bottom of the device using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
- Important: Do not lift the top of the DVD player too quickly after removing screws, as internal wires may still be attached.
- Gently pry the top casing open, starting from the right side where the control buttons are located.
Step 3: Disconnecting Internal Cables
Objective: Safely disconnect ribbon cables from the circuit board.
Description: This step details how to detach specific cables from the main circuit board.
- When pulling ribbon cables, ensure you do not pull by the wires themselves, as this can cause damage.
- To remove the wires circled in red on the circuit board, pinch the plastic adapter with two fingers and then detach.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
