Topic: Optical Cable Broke in the JB3?

[bconnolly]

what about suction?  it seems that this wouldn't be nearly as damaging and could be done relatively easily.

maybe a magent too.

I don't know if sticking a magnet against a device that has a hard drive in it is the best of ideas...

[SparkE!]

what about suction?  it seems that this wouldn't be nearly as damaging and could be done relatively easily.

maybe a magent too.

With suction, you can get a maximum of 14 pounds per square inch.  With a 1/8th inch diameter connector, that works out to a little over 2 1/2 ounces.  I'd be surprised if that does it for you.  Maybe if you could get behind it with an air hose, but you'd have to worry about static electricity if you do that.  High velocity dry air can really cause high static voltages to accumulate on the surfaces that it blows accross.

[sickrick43]

Take it from me (been there, done that) it has to be pried out.  If you split the case and hold the connector against the board while you're doing it, you should minimize the possibility of ripping the connector off the board (been there, done that too).

Rick

[ho]

Going to first try the a small pin with super glue and put it the hollow area. I won't pulling hard or trying to rip it out, just going to try to ease it first. Then if I have to really give it pull, open it and hold the connecter. Not sure about the sunction, but I'll keep it in mind. Also what kind screw driver is good for the JB3? Eye glass one?

[SparkE!]

The screws that hold the case together are philips head screws.  They are under the rubber feet and I think one's in the battery compartment.

[ho]

Will a regular philips head work or do I need a smaller one?

[F.O.Bean]

an eyeglass screw-case is priceless for shit like this

[ho]

Bump for some more help. Tried everything. Anyone wanna take a crack at it? Looking for someone who is pretty positive to 100% positive they help a brother out. I have no problem taking care of that person $$'s wise. Of course, nothing to crazy. I also have a old broken down mini disc that has a optical/line in for maybe a replacement?? I don't??

Thanks all