Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB Precision 500 mA Regulator Replacement

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Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB Precision 500 mA Regulator Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

3

Time Required

10 minutes

Introduction

If you are having problems with your turn table not spinning and have not found the cause to be a problem with the power or wiring, you may have a faulty Regulator on your board that is preventing power from reaching the motor.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the four 2.5 mm screws.

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    • Identify the Precision 500 mA Regulator.

    • If there is RTV Adhesive Glue, slightly pull back and forth on the Precision 500 mA Regulator to loosen the glue and break it free.

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    • Flip the board that was loosened from removing the four screws and go on the opposite side of where the Regulator is located. Desolder the regulator.

    • Remove the faulty regulator.

    • A new regulator will need to be soldered back on.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
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