This is not exactly an electronics question, but has anyone ever tried
to get inside a handheld TV remote control? My kid poured a juice box
on it, and now the buttons stick. :-) I had this problem with a
different remote a while ago, couldn't get it open that is, and ended up
prying it with a screwdriver and chewing up the sides. There are no
screws on this one. Is there a secret to getting these open?

thx , Freddy

Remotes were not designed as serviceable. Sometimes they can be repaired for
basic problems.

With most remotes, remove the batteries, and look for screws inside. In some
remotes, there are screws under the stickers, or any rubber pads on the
bottom.

Most all remotes are also snap fit together. They can be very carefully
pried opened using a thin type of screwdriver. This method when necessary,
can easily cause side damage to the case of the remote.

If any liquid is spilled in to a remote, if it went on to the circuit board,
there is a chance that the remote will have to be replaced. You will need
the original remote, in order to access the menus and set-ups of your TV
set. This is for most all makes of TV sets. Your dealer should be able to
order a new remote for you. You can also call any authorized service centre
for your TV make and model, and order a new remote.

Just to not let you be surprised, you will find the cost of some of these
remotes to be fairly expensive.

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JANA
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"Fred" wrote in message
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This is not exactly an electronics question, but has anyone ever tried
to get inside a handheld TV remote control? My kid poured a juice box
on it, and now the buttons stick. :-) I had this problem with a
different remote a while ago, couldn't get it open that is, and ended up
prying it with a screwdriver and chewing up the sides. There are no
screws on this one. Is there a secret to getting these open?

thx , Freddy

I'm not familiar with a wega remote, but there have been numerous
discussions about opening the cases of remotes, if you'd care to look in the
group archives.
I've seen some newer Sony remotes that are almost too tough to get into..
the long narrow case doesn't flex much.

Many manufacturers have eliminated the use of screws, and use a fixture to
force the case halves together. There are usually little barbs on one half,
and they catch in matching recesses in the other half. The case material
provides the tension to keep the barbs latched.
With close examination, there might be visible clues as to where the barb
fasteners are located.. sometimes you can see molding lines in the seam,
other less obvious signs are slight waves/variations in the surfaces near
the seam.

A screwdriver will do a lot of cosmetic damage to the case if used
forcefully. They also damage skin easily when used in this manner.
A better tool would be a plastic stick with tapered ends.

The challenge/objective is to overcome the holding tension of the case and
to get a couple of barbs to release, without damaging the internal parts.
Starting at a corner near the battery cavity has usually worked well for me.
With a little separation, slipping the plastic tool into the seam and
carefully forcing it to move along the seam, works well in most cases.

With many beverages, the citric acid can be bad for circuits. A good rinsing
and/or use of a common general-purpose household spray cleaner may be
effective in removing the residue.
Sugars and sweeteners are particularly messy, and will probably cause future
problems if not completely removed.

After separating and cleaning the case and keypad sections, a final
wipe-down with rubbing alcohol would probably insure that it's clean enough
to reassemble, after the parts have completely dried.

Cheers
WB
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"Fred" wrote in message
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This is not exactly an electronics question, but has anyone ever tried
to get inside a handheld TV remote control? My kid poured a juice box
on it, and now the buttons stick. :-) I had this problem with a
different remote a while ago, couldn't get it open that is, and ended up
prying it with a screwdriver and chewing up the sides. There are no
screws on this one. Is there a secret to getting these open?

thx , Freddy




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Thanks for the help Bill, and JANA too. I will first try to open it
using your recommendations. If I damage it, I will order a new one.
Strange these are not made to be serviceable. I guess it's another
revenue stream for mfgs.

Freddy

Wild Bill wrote:
I'm not familiar with a wega remote, but there have been numerous
discussions about opening the cases of remotes, if you'd care to look in the
group archives.
I've seen some newer Sony remotes that are almost too tough to get into..
the long narrow case doesn't flex much.

Many manufacturers have eliminated the use of screws, and use a fixture to