When I disassembled my xperia play for the first time,
the screen digitizer was damaged by my mistake.
I can't sure that, but I guess it can be.
At that time,
the bottom of screen (about 1/3?) didn't work.
So I bought the screen digitizer,
and replace it today.
But the problem hasn't been solved all the way.
If separate into 6 parts the screen from top.
(For example the top part is 1st part.
And beneath 1st part is 2nd part.)
5th parts doesn't work.
But the bottom 6th part works well.
I don't want to buy else new screen digitizer.
Please let me know how to use my xperia play with any problems.
Please help me.
Thanks about reading my thread.
Jaehyeok Koo said:
When I disassembled my xperia play for the first time,
the screen digitizer was damaged by my mistake.
I can't sure that, but I guess it can be.
At that time,
the bottom of screen (about 1/3?) didn't work.
So I bought the screen digitizer,
and replace it today.
But the problem hasn't been solved all the way.
If separate into 6 parts the screen from top.
(For example the top part is 1st part.
And beneath 1st part is 2nd part.)
5th parts doesn't work.
But the bottom 6th part works well.
I don't want to buy else new screen digitizer.
Please let me know how to use my xperia play with any problems.
Please help me.
Thanks about reading my thread.
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Are you sure it's digitizer problem? Maybe it's flex
I had similiar problem, but in my case whole touchscreen didn't work and it happened randomly on reboot
It turns out that when i was repairing my usb port i somehow didn't place flex cable properly and it was bended over that metal part of slider.
Once i reopen it (only the part with motherboard on it) and place flex cable properly, touchscreen started to work normaly
How old is your Play? When you opened it, does flex cable looks damaged?
Where did you buy your digitizer? If it was from eBay, you could ask for a replacement from the seller you bought it from.
Like Bakisha, it could be the flex cable. If you know the digitizer is working, it usually is the flex cable.
Bakisha said:
Are you sure it's digitizer problem? Maybe it's flex
I had similiar problem, but in my case whole touchscreen didn't work and it happened randomly on reboot
It turns out that when i was repairing my usb port i somehow didn't place flex cable properly and it was bended over that metal part of slider.
Once i reopen it (only the part with motherboard on it) and place flex cable properly, touchscreen started to work normaly
How old is your Play? When you opened it, does flex cable looks damaged?
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In fact, the flex cable of my xperia play looks a bit little.
The black color had been painted on cable wear a little.
So do you recommend me to replace flex cable?
RoboticBuddy said:
Where did you buy your digitizer? If it was from eBay, you could ask for a replacement from the seller you bought it from.
Like Bakisha, it could be the flex cable. If you know the digitizer is working, it usually is the flex cable.
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If I ask for sending normal item without any problem again, should I send to seller the screen digitizer ?
Jaehyeok Koo said:
In fact, the flex cable of my xperia play looks a bit little.
The black color had been painted on cable wear a little.
So do you recommend me to replace flex cable?
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Well, you could open your Play and see if flex cable properly placed. Open slider and put that white plastic inside metal frame. Put back dpad part of phone back, but keep an eye on that white plastic, it have two holes in motherboard to go into, then screw those two screws on motherboard (so it will make flex cable plug in motherboard - look if jack is now properly inserted
Close it and try it.
If you again have problems with touchscreen, then you have two options. Replace flex or replace digitizer. It's hard to say wich is faulty...
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Hi dear developers!
I got a Touch Pro 2 from a friend, it's a GSM device he bought in Germany (O2). I changed a few parts but messed the main flex cable. The part from the power button is not connected anymore, a clean cut through, no repairs possible as far i think. So i bought a new one over ebay from Hong Kong. The seller told me it's for a GSM device BUT the cables do not look the same. The production date is 2008 and the damaged one was produced 2009. I built everything together and now the big surprise:
Phone boots normally but when the Home screen appears, it is always in landscape mode. No matter if the phone is closed or the keyboard open. I can only change the screen over advanced tools, but after soft reset again only landscape mode. The buttons for calling also do not work (those two down on the screen when you want to call someone or end a call ---> no reaction).
A hard reset and new ROM (energy) didn't change anything. By the way, the keyboard only fires up after pressing a button. Before it automatically lightened up after sliding.
What the hell is wrong now, did the send me a CDMA cable? Where is the difference ? Please help me i do not want to spent another 30 bucks again for a proper flex cable.
Edit: I disassembled the phone again and took a closer look on the flex cable: the lower part (with the LCD connection etc) looks quite same except for 3 or 4 transistors and their position on the PCB. The upper part with the earpice looks way different. The positioning of the single parts is not the same. But how can that interfere ? Guess there is no problem with the mainboard or the LCD (which is brand new).
Here are some pictures
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OK, i solved the problem. The guy who sold the flex cable sent me a older one as I described. This thing was fully responsible for the errors. Bought a new one and everything works fine now^^ So if you ever want to change your Flex cable take good care which one you buy (especially on ebay!)
Btw: The display and the digitizer are glued and IF you want to replace any of those two, do yourself the favor and buy the complete bundle !!! I made the mistake and tried to replace the digitizer and cracked the display. There is no way as far as I can say, that you can manage this.
Bye
Can u post the seller info? Im in the same situation w a different phone... Thanks
Hey Boys n Girls!
I made a mistake and bought off eBay a phone with a "not working LCD":
" This is a used HTC Desire Z smartphone. The item was dropped on water and immediately pulled out. The LCD screen doesn't work anymore as some cable inside is cracked. Everything works fine, touchscreen, menu and the device boots fine, you can hear the sound etc but no image. Anyone can fix this if you have an LCD spare for HTC Desire Z and the phone can be used and works fine, just the LCD needs replacing. Comes with original box, manuals and battery but no charger or data cable. I want to sell this fast so Happy Bidding!"
, also ordered already from two different seller LCD replacement screens neither of them worked. Backlight works on both but nothing else. Im quite puzzled what to do next...
Anyone got any idea?
Please let me know! THanks in advance!
Sounds like some cable is not working, rather than the two screens you've purchased! There is a guide somewhere here for all of that stuff. Best of luck mate!
captainreynolds said:
Sounds like some cable is not working, rather than the two screens you've purchased! There is a guide somewhere here for all of that stuff. Best of luck mate!
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If you could kindly link that guide, it would be very much appreciated! Thanks!
try searching for ribbon cable. You should prob just take it to a cell phone store. Phone geeks in San Marcos did my repair for 70. I was texting gf while playing golf in pouring rain.
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Here is the link to the teardown guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=863919
The flex ribbon cables are not that expensive. If you were comfortable replacing the screen, I would say you have the ability to replace the flex ribbon cable without a problem.
beefynick said:
If you were comfortable replacing the screen, I would say you have the ability to replace the flex ribbon cable without a problem.
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Im going to order it tonight and give an update as soon as I got the flex ribbon cable.... I assembled and disassembled so many times already soon will be able to do it blindfolded
Also while you have it apart clean the logic board with denatured or pure alcohol and a soft bristled brush. Let it dry completely! That way it won't corrode further from the water damage!
killj0y said:
Also while you have it apart clean the logic board with denatured or pure alcohol and a soft bristled brush. Let it dry completely! That way it won't corrode further from the water damage!
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I will do that since it will probably take like 2 weeks to ship the flex ribbon from China Thanks Man!
modzsi said:
I will do that since it will probably take like 2 weeks to ship the flex ribbon from China Thanks Man!
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No prob cheap insurance plus it could even since a current or future problem I do this work for people can you tell lol. Denatured is best otherwise I think 97 is as pure as you'll find. Most stores carry the latter.
Ps be gentle no need to go medieval on it
Replacing the Flex Ribbon Cable solved my problems.... Cheers Everyone!
Hi, has anybody there tried replacing flex cable by himself?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3n5ZfkqhzE
In this guide pause on 5:41, guide creator stops dissasembling at this point. Is it possible to change flex cable without service? If yes, please say how.
I did... just replaced my broken flex cable yesterday
Here is the link for the pics
http://www.kaskus.co.id/showpost.php?p=713664484&postcount=1804
Translation:
Title: Hurrah.. My Xperia Play is healthy again
This evening my order of flex cable (2 pcs) has just arrived, going to continue repairing my PLAY which is still on ICU..
Swear god, took me at least 3 hours learning n try carefully by myself how to take out the flex cable n put it back properly from PLAY
Pic 1: spoiler for at last success take the flex cable out
pic note: Left one is the broken flex cable (see the black carbon's gone -- i think that's the problem causing the screen turn to white).. Right one is the new flex cable (the black carbon's still fresh and full)
Pic 2: spoiler for new flex cable been put properly
Pic 3: spoiler for broken n new ones
pic note: Left one is the broken flex cable, right one is the new one, i keep it as stock for future use b'coz am almost 100% sure the flex cable will break again 1 - 2 years coming
Pic 4: spoiler for PLAY already healthy
P.S Got no cam here, so can't record the process how to replace it.. I just watch n practice carefully from these two videos guide how to take off part by part although not completely (because the flex cable part was not included in the videos)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3n5ZfkqhzE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRjC19j2m48
Tried google whole day before, to find any information or guide how to replace the flex cable, but couldn't find it... At last have to try it myself for hours n succeed
Sorry to be bumping an old thread, but in my experience I already had 3 broken slider flexes, all of which had the same problem: the black carbon material wearing off. It that's what's causing our slider problems, wouldn't it be better if we put a very thin adhesive tape (tge transparent one) around the carbon part to keep it from wearing off before installing? I'm no hardware expert but I am pretty experienced in replacing broken parts.
I would suggest to use the black insulating adhesive tape, it's the best way to not have electrical problems and it's thin enough.
^ you mean the 3M- or Crocodile branded black electrical tape? That's thick IMO and leaves a sticky residue on itself while sliding off which may be of more harm than good.
Recently, I disassembled my Sony Ericsson Xperia Play R800at. I was replacing the housing and digitizer. All went smoothly until I missed an important step. There was a black tab that holds down the flex cable that connects to the digitizer. I forgot that step and my flex cable ripped.I have ordered another as a replacement. I understand that this will cause the digitizer to not work, but I have more issues, and I want to know if they are due to the missing cable.(the ripped flex cable.) I assembled the phone and the screen functions normally. As to be expected, I can't interact with the screen. However, Now my search button and settings buttons aren't functioning. My home and back buttons are working although. Also, My phone will not charge anymore. Is this due to the missing flex cable? I hope I didn't accidentally screw anything up. I was really careful, so I don't know why they won't function. I really hope that these issues are due to the missing cable. :silly:
Sorry, I am not allowed to post links.It has the camera and earpiece on it and is attached to the slider. :"(
How. Could u miss a step itsm really easy to take apart and put together its the flex cable garunteed
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Tutorials
Most of the tutorials seem to be only of disassembly. Little to none are of reassembly. I wrote down a list and reversed the order, but as it got closer to assembly, I started to assemble it myself. Big mistake. I assumed the black tab was only there to hide the chips.
Charge Recognition
It actually can charge, but only when the phone is powered of. This must be due to the missing components. Maybe because some parts of the phone aren't connected, the phone will not recognize the charger when powered on. What a relief...:angel:
Just watch dissassembly in reverse
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I got the replacement part. I even replaced the slider. I transferred the button cable to the new slider along with the main flex cable and the camera/earpiece flex cable. I am confused. I am inserting the flex cable into the digitizer slot, but it isn't working. I assumed there was a lock mechanism of some sort, but still no luck. I am not sure why it isn't going all the way in. Reversing the steps just isn't working. Placing the flex cable in is way harder than taking it out. Is there a certain way to place this cable in. What I am in need of is a picture of how a functioning digitizer's attachments look. Are you supposed to be able to see the golden tip of the flex cable?(Again, I am speaking of the flex cable with the black tab covering it. It is very small.)
:crying:
Lock.
There were locks for just aboul all the ZIF Connectors. Sony Ericsson's manual is the best!:good:
I tried again using the locks on the slots but it still wont work. Even with the manual, no luck... Now, it is charging normally, even while on. This indicates that something has changed. I wonder why the digitizer isn't working though. Maybe I should see what happens If I revert back to my old digitizer...
Hey guys, I'm back while I don't have my iPhone. Now I'm trying to get this damn phone to work again. R800x if you didn't remember. Now, every time I get a new digitizer, It doesn't work. I take the old one off and put the new one in, making sure all contacts in the ribbon are connected to the flex cable connecting to the logic board. Any suggestions to get this damn screen to work again?
Or if anyone has a working, but broken digitizer they replaced, I'll take it
savage24x said:
Hey guys, I'm back while I don't have my iPhone. Now I'm trying to get this damn phone to work again. R800x if you didn't remember. Now, every time I get a new digitizer, It doesn't work. I take the old one off and put the new one in, making sure all contacts in the ribbon are connected to the flex cable connecting to the logic board. Any suggestions to get this damn screen to work again?
Or if anyone has a working, but broken digitizer they replaced, I'll take it
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It may be the flex cable, the little cable which connects to the digitizer is part of the flex cable i believe.
Nabeel_Nabs said:
It may be the flex cable, the little cable which connects to the digitizer is part of the flex cable i believe.
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Except the front camera works (green and fuzzy with no quality what so ever, but works). That's why I don't think it's the flex.
Just replaced it with an extra laying around. Didn't fix it...
savage24x said:
Except the front camera works (green and fuzzy with no quality what so ever, but works). That's why I don't think it's the flex.
Just replaced it with an extra laying around. Didn't fix it...
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Ah sorry, I meant the front facing camera cable, the green and fuzzy with no quality seems to affirm this. Here's a picture of it from ebay - http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Sony-Ericsson-Xperia-Play-R800-Ear-Speaker-Proximity-Sensor-Flex-Cable-Ribbon-/00/s/NzUwWDEwMDA=/$(KGrHqF,!lEE-j2UWj4YBP34C0rn4w~~60_12.GIF
Nabeel_Nabs said:
Ah sorry, I meant the front facing camera cable, the green and fuzzy with no quality seems to affirm this. Here's a picture of it from ebay - http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Sony-Ericsson-Xperia-Play-R800-Ear-Speaker-Proximity-Sensor-Flex-Cable-Ribbon-/00/s/NzUwWDEwMDA=/$(KGrHqF,!lEE-j2UWj4YBP34C0rn4w~~60_12.GIF
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I tried two of them though... :/
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Update: bought a new flex cable. Didn't fix it. Well, looks like it is the digitizer. Any other ideas?
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