I've come to announce that I cannot open up the iPod touch. It's been a mystery to me ever since I got it as to how anyone could ever open it. iRepair.ca did it and put it on YouTube, but I can't figure out how they make it look so easy. I have a number of iPod pry tools, and none of them seem to be making any headway. There's a machine shop at work that I can consult regarding slipping open this iPod, so I will keep scratching my head about it. But for the time being and with my current list of tools, I can't get it open. For now, we won't be enjoying the sweet sounds of any diyMod touches. It looks like I'm going to have to stick to my diyMod 4G for sonic splendor until someone or something changes the situation with the touch.
Carry on.
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looks kind of difficult to mod the ipod video. The surface mount cap seem hard to remove with proper equipment. Kind of scared to try the imod.
All of the caps in all iPods are surface mounted and are TINY. It's not "hard", just switch sides back and forth with the soldering iron and it'll pop off (just don't push). Of course, if you're not comfortable with it, don't start! It sucks breaking expensive toys.
looks kind of difficult to mod the ipod video. The surface mount cap seem hard to remove with proper equipment. Kind of scared to try the imod.
You could try getting a broken iPod or similar device with SMD components (I used an IM716 pod) to practice on before attempting the real thing. Of course, the iPod parts are probably smaller than what you'll find elsewhere, but the techniques are the same.
If it makes things easier, you could solder the wire straight to the Z cap and not use the dock at all. Throw the wires through a hole in the back panel, wire up some caps and an output plug for the amp. That way you minimize the risk of ruining the iPod, though that's always a risk when having the case opened.
And of course, we're all here for you.
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I haven't yet...I want to soon. I have the bestbuy warranty, so I'm debating on whether or not to mess it up. I may decide to take it for a warranty replacement and get something else (tell them its 'giving me trouble'). I like new toys. We'll see.
