Fixing the Socket in an Audio Player

Oftentimes, the audio jack of mp3 players gets "broken" due to mechanical strain. This simple guide shows how to fix it, and is intended for people with little experience in electronics.

Make sure this doesn't void your warranty: acquire cheap OGG-capable players that come without one.

Step 1 Tools You Need

1. Soldering iron.
2. Screwdriver.
3. (optional) Solder-stick paste, or rosin.
4. (optional) Solder wire or other soldering material.

Comments

[bmlbytes]

You must be from Europe. I was looking at the picture of the tools you need, and I was like HOLY COW that is a big plug for a soldering iron. But then I noticed each prong was round.

[ironsmiter]

Solder stick paste : aka flux. other than that, a nice write up :-)

[naunau]

Thanks!