Mobile Phone Repairing Tools

BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON MAY 18, 2016

Mobile Phone Repairing Tools Learn about all tools and equipment for mobile
phone repairing. These tools and equipment are good to repair any mobile Phone

Mobile Phone Repairing Tools Learn about all tools and equipment for mobile
phone repairing. These tools and equipment are good to repair any mobile Phone.

Mobile Phone Repairing Tools

Mobile phone repairing tools are simple and easy to use. The same tools are used for
repairing and brand of mobile phone including Samsung, China Mobile Phones,
Motorola, HTC, Sony, Alcatel, LG, Panasonic, Huawei, ZTE, Spice, Lava, Sony
Ericsson, Micromax etc.
Mobile cell phone repairing tools are not very expensive. Beginners must start with
cheap and economical tools and gradually when they gain knowledge and experience,
they can buy more professional and branded tools.
 Mobile Phone Repairing Tools

List of all Mobile Phone Repairing Tools and

Equipment
1. Soldering Iron: This is a simple plug and use tool used to solder.
2. Soldering Station: This is a soldering tool used by most mobile phone repairing
professionals. It consists of a station to control temperature and a soldering iron
plugged into the station.
3. SMD Rework Station or Hot Air Blower: Used to Desolder and remove SMD
Electronic components and again solder them back to the PCB.
4. PCB Holder: This tool is used to hold the mobile phone PCB while repairing.
5. Solder Wire: This is used for soldering. It is better to use flux-cored solder wire
for better soldering.
6. Thinner or PCB Cleaner: This chemical is used to clean the PCB.
7. Jumper wire: This is a thin insulated copper wire used to jumper where tracks
are broken or when any electronic components if faulty.
8. Precision Screwdriver: This simple tool is used to open and tighten tiny screws
of mobile phones.
9. Tweezers: This simple tool is used to hold electronic components while soldering
or repairing.
10. ESD-Safe Cleaning Brush: This is a simple brush used to clean the PCB and
other parts of a mobile phone while soldering.
11. Multimeter: Used to test and check tracks and components.
12. Battery Booster or Battery Eliminator: Used to boost uncharged battery or a
mobile phone.
13. Ultrasonic Cleaner: Used to clean PCB and electronic components.
14. BGA Kit: Used to repair BGA Electronic Components.
15. Magnifying Lamp: Used to see a magnified view of tiny components and parts
that cannot be seen properly with natural eyes. This tool is useful to see fine-
pitch SMD components.
16. Mobile Opener: Used to open the housing or case of the mobile phone. Many
professionals do the same job with their nails.
17. DC Power Supply: Used to start a mobile phone without battery. It can also be
used as a Multimeter.
18. Liquid flux: Used for soldering.
19. Solder Paste: Similar to solder wire but in the form of paste. It is used to solder
SMD components.
20. Cleaning Sponge: Used to clean soldering tips.
21. Desoldering Wire: Used to remove excess solder from the PCB.
22. LCD Tester: Used to test the LCD of a mobile phone.
23. Wrist Strap: Used to ground Static Charge of the Human Body.

Mobile Cell Phone Repairing Dictionary

Meaning of Terms used in Mobile
Phone Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON OCTOBER 2, 2015
Before you learn how to repair a mobile phone, it is very important to understand
meanings of some of the important terms used during mobile phone repairing. Read
and understand these terms and their meaning. This will help...

Before you learn how to repair a mobile phone, it is very important to understand
meanings of some of the important terms used during mobile phone repairing. Read
and understand these terms and their meaning. This will help you later during the
course of mobile cell phone repairing.

1. 1G: 1St Generation in Mobile Telephony.

2. 2G: 2Nd Generation in Mobile Telephony.
3. 3G: 3Rd Generation in Mobile Telephony.
4. 4G: 4Th Generation in Mobile Telephony.
5. AC: Alternate Current.
6. BGA: Ball Grid Array.
7. BSI: Battery Status Indicator.
8. CDMA: Code Division Multiple Access.
9. CPU: Central Processing Unit.
10. DCT: Digital Core Technology.
11. DC: Direct Current.
12. GSM: Global System for Mobile Communications.
13. IMEI: International Mobile Equipment Identity.
14. IC: Integrated Circuit.
15. LED: Light Emitting Diode.
16. PDA: Personal Digital Assistant.
17. PFO: Power Frequency Oscillator.
18. PCB: Printed Circuit Board.
19. RAM: Random Access Memory.
20. RF: Radio Frequency.
21. ROM: Read Only Memory.
22. RTC: Real Time Clock.
23. RX: Receive / Receiver (Receiving Section).
24. SMD: Surface Mount Device.
25. TX: Transmit (Transmitting Section).
26. UEM: Universal Energy Manager.
27. VCO: Voltage-Controlled Oscillator.

Soldering Iron and Soldering Station

for Mobile Phone Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Professional mobile cell phone repairing service centers and professional individuals
need a good quality soldering iron or soldering station for proper mobile phone
repairing. There are several manufacturers, exporters and suppliers of soldering
irons and soldering stations. What...

Professional mobile cell phone repairing service centers and professional individuals
need a good quality soldering iron or soldering station for proper mobile phone
repairing. There are several manufacturers, exporters and suppliers of soldering irons
and soldering stations.

What is the Difference between a Soldering Iron and a Soldering Station?

A soldering iron is a simple plug and use tool for soldering solder wire and electronic
components to the PCB. These soldering irons are available in different wattage such
as 15 watt, 20 watt, 25 watt, 30 watt, 40 watt, 50 watt etc. A 30 watt soldering iron is
good enough for most soldering jobs. Some of the soldering irons have in-built knobs
for temperature control setting. Temperature of the tip of the soldering iron can be
adjusted from 250 degree Celsius to 450 degree Celsius. When buying Soldering iron
for mobile phone repairing, it is wise to buy an ESD-Safe soldering iron because it
prevents static charge that can damage sensitive electronic components on the mobile
phone PCB.

Soldering Iron

A soldering station is a system of two units a station with all the controls to adjust
temperature and a soldering iron. The soldering iron is different from simple plug and
use soldering iron. These irons can only be used with a soldering station. These
systems are available in both analog and digital models and ESD-Safe and non ESD-
Safe. It is always recommended to buy an ESD-Safe soldering station for professional
mobile phone repairing job.
 Soldering Station

Which is the Best Soldering Iron and Soldering Station for Mobile Phone
Repairing Review
There are a number of manufacturers and suppliers of soldering irons and soldering
stations. But the market leaders are Hakko and Weller. These two brands are widely
known all around the world. There state-of-art tools and equipment are tried and
tested by engineers, electronic companies and professionals.

PCB Holder / PCB Stand for Mobile

Cell Phone Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
What is a PCB Holder or PCB Stand for Mobile Cell Phone Repairing? A PCB
Holder or a PCB Stand is a tool to firmly hold the Printed Circuit Board of a mobile
phone while soldering or repairing....

What is a PCB Holder or PCB Stand for Mobile Cell Phone Repairing?
A PCB Holder or a PCB Stand is a tool to firmly hold the Printed Circuit Board of
a mobile phone while soldering or repairing. It holds the PCB very strongly and
doesnt allow it to move thus helping in repairing. These PCB holders are made up of
metal and are available in different size, weight and colour. These tools are also
available in magnetic material. All of them are fully adjustable to hold a PCB of any
size. Some of them are designed in a way so that they can be used under an under
board heater or per-heater.
There are several manufacturers, exporters and suppliers of mobile phone PCB
holders. Baku is a very popular brand. Before buying a PCB Holder for mobile phone
repairing, keep in mind following points:
It must be easily adjustable to hold any size of mobile phone PCB.
It must be able to stop or fix it to the workbench or table so that it does not move
while desoldering or removable IC and BGA.
It must have option to be grounded to prevent static charge that can damage some
sensitive electronic components.
An ESD-Safe PCB Holder is the best.

Solder Wire for Mobile Phone

Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
What is Solder Wire? Solder wire is an alloy or mixture of tin and lead or tin, silver
and copper. There can be other composition as well but tin / lead (Sn / Pb) and Tin /
Silver...

What is Solder Wire?

Solder wire is an alloy or mixture of tin and lead or tin, silver and copper. There can
be other composition as well but tin / lead (Sn / Pb) and Tin / Silver / Copper (Sn / Ag
/ Cu) is widely used and accepted. While Tin / Lead solder wire is called leaded wire,
tin / silver / copper solder wire is called lead-free wire because there is no lead in it.
The composition of leaded solder wire is 60 / 40 or 63 / 37 with 60 or 63 percent tin
and 40 or 37 percent lead. The composition of lead-free solder wire is 96.5 / 3.0 / 0.5
with 96.5 percent tin, 3.0 percent silver and 0.5 percent copper.

Solder Wire for Mobile Phone Repairing

What is Solder Wire used For?

Solder wire is used to solder electronic components, ICs or jumper. Since the
introduction of RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) from electronics, more
and more companies are using lead-free solder. Lead-free solder wire is available in
many compositions but the most common composition is Tin / Silver / Copper in the
Ratio 96.5:3.0:0.5.
Solder wire is available in different diameters such 2.0mm, 1.5mm, 1.0mm, 0.5mm,
0.2mm etc. For mobile phone repairing 0.5mm solder wire is best suitable. Kester is a
world-renowned best brand, manufacturer and supplier of solder wire and other
soldering material including solder flux.
Thinner / PCB Cleaner / IPA for Mobile
Phone Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
Thinner / PCB Cleaner / IPA for Mobile Phone Repairing is used to clean the PCB of
a mobile phone or cell phone. The most common PCB cleaner used in mobile phone
repairing is IPA or Isopropyl Alcohol....

Thinner / PCB Cleaner / IPA for Mobile Phone Repairing is used to clean the PCB of
a mobile phone or cell phone. The most common PCB cleaner used in mobile phone
repairing is IPA or Isopropyl Alcohol. It is also called IPA Flux.
The main function or purpose of PCB cleaner liquid or chemical is to remove dirt,
dust, contaminants, flux residues etc from the PCB. Many mobile cell phone service
centers and professionals also use ultra sonic cleaners to clean PCB
It is important to buy only good quality PCB cleaner as poor quality PCB cleaners can
damage the board.

Mobile Phone PCB Cleaner

Main features of a good Mobile Cell Phone PCB Cleaner Liquid are:
It must be highly efficient cleaning solvent.
The chemical should be able to remove of stains, grease, dirt, dust and any other
contaminant.
It must be ideal for removal of flux residues.
The chemical must not be toxic.
It must not leave any residue.
It should not cause any corrosion to the metal tracks and electronic components.
It should be safe for use on plastics and fibers.
An aerosol container is best for cleaning type of PCB. Many manufacturers and
suppliers and supply the chemical in containers with brush.

Jumper Wire for Mobile Phone

Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
What is Jumper Wire? Jumper Wire: This is a thin laminated or coated copper wire
used to jumper from one point to another on the track of a mobile phone while
repairing. Most people doing the work of...

What is Jumper Wire?

Jumper Wire: This is a thin laminated or coated copper wire used to jumper from
one point to another on the track of a mobile phone while repairing. Most people
doing the work of mobile repairing do jumper to solve many hardware problems.
What is Jumper Wire used For?
Jumper wire is used to connect one point of the PCB track with another point. This is
generally done when some electronic components or ICs is faulty and is not easily
available in the market.

Jumper wire is available in different diameters such. It is basically a thin copper wire
with laminate. The laminate on the wire prevents any shorting. This laminate cover is
removed at both the ends while doing jumper.
 Jumper Wire for Mobile Cell Phone Repairing

Precision Screwdriver T4, T5, T6 for

Mobile Phone Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Precision Screwdriver T4, T5, T6: Precision Screwdriver T4, T5, T6 for Mobile Phone
Repairing are tools for assembly and disassembly of mobile cell phones. Most mobile
cell phones can be disassembled (opened) and assembled (closed) using T4, T5,...

Precision Screwdriver T4, T5, T6: Precision Screwdriver T4, T5, T6 for Mobile
Phone Repairing are tools for assembly and disassembly of mobile cell phones. Most
mobile cell phones can be disassembled (opened) and assembled (closed) using T4,
T5, T6 screwdrivers.
Precision Screwdriver Set
Precision Screwdriver is a set or pack of all essential screwdrivers and other tools
required for mobile cell phone repairing. This kit can include T4, T5, T6 and few
other precision screwdrivers. These are generally Philips screwdrivers. The mobile
phone repairing tool kit can also include few other tools like mobile phone opener,
soldering iron, solder wire, cutter, point cutter, noise cutter, tweezers, esd brush for
cleaning etc.

These screwdrivers and kits are easily available in stores and online sites like eBay
and Amazon. The Best Manufacturer, exporter and supplier of Precision Screwdrivers
and screwdriver sets is Aven Tool.
 Screwdriver Kit for Mobile Mobile Phone Repairing

Hot Air Blower for Mobile Phone

Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON NOVEMBER 21, 2016
What is Hot Air Blower? Hot Air Blower is a tool or equipment that blows hot air for
desoldering (removing) and soldering of SMD (Surface Mount Devices or Electronic
Components) or IC from the PCB of a Mobile...

What is Hot Air Blower?

Hot Air Blower is a tool or equipment that blows hot air for desoldering (removing)
and soldering of SMD (Surface Mount Devices or Electronic Components) or IC from
the PCB of a Mobile Cell Phone or any other PCB. It is also called SMD (Surface
Mount Device) rework system and SMD repair system. It has control to regulate or
manage temperature and flow or hot air. Temperature settings range from 200 to 500
Degree Celsius.
How Does a Hot Air Blower Work?
A hot air blower machine is divided into 2 parts a station with all the controls to set
temperature and air flow and a hand piece to release hot air. There is a heating
element or heater coil (generally made up of ceramic) inside the hand piece. Cold air
flows from the station to the hand piece and when this cold air comes in contact with
the heater, the air gets hot depending on the temperature setting and hot air blows out.
 Hot Air Blower

How to Use Digital Multimeter Guide

and Tutorial
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 19, 2015
How to Use Digital Multimeter Guide and Tutorial. Using analog or digital
multimeter in PCB, Electronics or mobile phone repairing is must.

How to Use Digital Multimeter Guide and Tutorial. Using analog or digital
multimeter in PCB, Electronics or mobile phone repairing is must. Learn how to use a
digital multimeter.
 Digital Multimeter

What is Multimeter?
The meter used for checking various functions related to electric and electronics is
called multi meter or Multimeter. A Multimeter can be used as volt meter, Ohm meter
and ampere meter. Multimeter is a very useful instrument which can also be used for
checking various electronic
components like resistor, capacitor, coil, transformer, diode, transistor resistance etc.
It can also be used for checking continuity, volt, ohm and ampere.
Digital Multimeter Basics
Rating and reading of all functions of a Multimeter are displayed on the display screen
in digital form which are more accurate and can be easily read by users. AC-DC Volt,
AC-DC Current, checking of SMD components and digital gate operation (high / low,
pulse) etc can be done more accurately by a digital Multimeter.
Composition of a Digital Multimeter
A digital Multimeter can be divided into two parts on the basis of its external features:

1. Screen Area: This section of a digital Multimeter consists of a LCD screen on

which digits are displayed which can be easily read users.
2. Mechanical Area: This section of the Multimeter consists of rotary switch,
sliding switch, pin plug and various type of checking range.
Sections in Digital Multimeter
1. Rotary selector switch Various checking ranges are selected through this
switch which is indicated by arrows on the switch.
2. Sliding switch There are two sliding switches in a digital Multimeter (1)
PWR and (2) PK-HD PWR switch, used for switching the power supply ON or
OFF. PK-HD switch is used for holding the variable ratings displayed on the
screen.
3. Pin Plug There are 4 pin plugs in a digital Multimeter for connecting the RED
and Black Probe. These pins are:- COM Plug: This is common plug. Black probe
is connected with this plug while using the meter.
VW Plug: This plug is used for measuring voltage and resistance. RED probe is
connected with this plug.
mA Plug: This plug is used for measuring current. Up to 400 mille ampere
current can be measured by this plug.
20A Plug: This plug is used for measuring current up to 20 ampere. RED Probe
is connected with this plug for measuring current.
4. Checking Range: Various ranges are built in a digital Multimeter for getting
result of various electronic functions.
DC Volt Range: DC Volt is measured by this range of the meter. There are 5
voltage positions for this purpose 400 mv, 4v, 40v, 400v and 1000v.
DC Current Range DC Current is measured by this range for which there are
three current positions in this area for this purpose 400 mA, 40 mA and 20 mA.
AC Volt Range AC Volt is measured from this range of the meter. There are 5
voltage positions in this area for this purpose 400 mV, 4V, 40V, 400V and
750V.
AC Current Range AC Current is measured from the range of the meter.
There are 3 current positions 400 mA, 40 mA and 20 mA.
Ohm Range Resistance is measured from this area for which there are 7
resistance positions 400W, 4K, 40K, 400K, 4M, 40M and 400M.
Farad Range Capacitor is rated from this area of the multi meter. 5 sub
ranges are provided in this area for this purpose 4 nf, 40 nf, 400 nf, 4 mf and 40
 mf.
Frequency Range Frequency is rated from this area of the meter. E.g. KHz.
Logic Range The result of digital operation is checked from this range like
high, low, pulse.
Diode Range Diode or resistance is checked from this area to know if it is
working or not.
How to Use a Digital Multimeter
I will explain how to use a digital multimeter one by one to avoid any confusion so
that you can learn it easily.

Measuring AC Volt using a Digital Multimeter

1. Connect the BLACK probe with the COMMON and RED probe with the V plug.
2. Select the voltage position from ACV range by rotary selector switch. Select high
voltage position in case you are not aware of voltage.
3. Switch OFF the power supply of the equipment or circuit.
4. Connect the probes with the checking points.
5. Switch on the power of the power supply of the equipment or the circuit.
6. Read the value on the meter screen.
Measuring DC Volt using a Digital Multimeter
1. Fit the BLACK probe in COMMON and RED probe in VW plug.
2. Select the voltage position by rotary selector switch. Select high voltage position
in case you do not know voltage.
3. Switch ON the power supply of the equipment or circuit the voltage of which is to
be measured.
4. Connect the meter probes with the checking points.
5. Switch ON the power supply of the circuit and read the voltage.
Measuring DC Current using Digital Multi
Meter
1. Fit the BLACK probe in COMMON and RED probe in MA plug.
 2. Select the current position in DCA range by rotary selector switch.
3. Switch OFF the power supply of the circuit.
4. Connect the probe of the meter with the circuit in series properly.
5. Switch ON the power supply of the circuit and read the ampere on the display.
Precaution: Make sure that the probe of the meter should not touch the circuit for
more than 30 seconds while measuring current in the range of 20A.
Measuring AC Current using Digital Multi
Meter
1. Fit the BLACK probe in COMMON plug and the RED probe in 20A plug.
2. Select the current position in ACA range by rotary selector switch.
3. Switch ON the power supply of the equipment or circuit.
4. Connect the meter probe with the circuit in series properly and take the reading.
Precaution: Make sure that the probe of the meter should not touch the circuit for
more than 30 seconds while measuring current in the range of 20A.
Checking Continuity using a Digital Multimeter
1. Fit the BLACK probe in the COMMON plug and RED probe in VW plug.
2. Select 400W position by rotary selector switch. A buzzer is also provided in
400W range.
3. Touch the component or terminal of the wire with probe.
4. Beep sound is known as continuity.
Checking Frequency using a Digital Multimeter
1. Fit the BLACK probe in COMMON plug and RED probe in VW plug.
2. Select KHz range by rotary selector switch. A buzzer is also provided here.
3. Touch the point with the probe at the point where frequency is to be checked.
4. Read the value on the display screen.
Checking Logic using a Digital Multimeter
1. Fit the BLACK probe in COMMON plug and the RED probe in VW plug.
2. Select logic range by rotary selector switch.
3. Place the BLACK probe on the ground terminal of the circuit and RED probe at
the testing point.
4. High for logic 1, low for logic 0 and for pulse reading will be displayed on the
screen.
Troubleshooting the Digital Multimeter if it is
not Working
If there is no display or improper display of readings in the meter, in that case the
meter should be checked as follows:

1. Check the battery. Change if required.

2. Check the probes.
3. Check the fuse. Change if required.

How to Use Multimeter | How to Use

Digital Multimeter | How to Use Analog
Multimeter
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
Multimeters are of two types Analog Multimeter and Digital Multimeter. How to use
Multimeter to check voltage, Ohms, battery, continuity etc is more or less the same.
The only difference is that a digital Multimeter has a...

Multimeters are of two types Analog Multimeter and Digital Multimeter. How to
use Multimeter to check voltage, Ohms, battery, continuity etc is more or less the
same. The only difference is that a digital Multimeter has a digital display of all the
readings. An analog Multimeter has a needle-type pointer that moves to a reading
while testing any device or electronic component.
Most Multimeters, often spelt as Multi Meter, will have following:
1. Function and Range Switch: This switch is used to select the function and
desired range as well as to turn the instrument. In order to extend the life of the
 battery of the Multimeter, this switch must be kept in the OFF position when
the instrument is not in use.
2. Display or LCD: To display all the readings.
3. Common Jack: Plug in connector for black (negative) test lead or probe.
4. V ? mA Jack: Plug in connector for red (positive) test lead or probe for all
voltage, resistance and current (except 10A) measurements.
5. 10A Jack: Plug in connector for red (positive) test lead or probe for 10A
measurement.

How to Use Multimeter

Packing List or Items that come with a New Multimeter:

1. Multimeter.
2. Set or red and black test leads or probes.
3. Battery.
4. Thermoelectric couple.
5. Operator Instruction Manual.
How to Use a Multimeter (Analog and Digital): Instruction:
How to Measure DC (Direct Current) Voltage / DC Voltage Measurement:
1. Connect the red Test Lead to V ? mA Jack and the black lead to

DC Current Circuit Symbol

 COM jack.
2. Set the Range Switch to desired DC V position. If the voltage to be measured
is not known then set the Switch to the highest range and reduce it until
satisfactory reading is obtained.
3. Connect Test Leads to device or circuit being measured.
4. Turn ON Power of the device, instrument or component being measured. Voltage
will appear on the Digital Display of a Digital Multimeter along with voltage
polarity.
How to Measure AC (Alternating Current) Voltage Using a Multimeter / AC
Voltage Measurement:
1. Connect the red Test Lead to V ? mA Jack and the black lead to

AC Current Circuit Symbol

COM jack.
2. Set the Range Switch to desired AC V position.
3. Connect Test Leads to device, electronic component or circuit being measured.
4. Voltage value will appear on the Digital or Analog Display the Multimeter.
How to Measure DC (Alternating Current) Current Using a Multimeter / DC
Current Measurement:
1. Connect the red probe to V ? mA Jack and the black probe to COM jack. To
measure DC current between 200mA and 10A, connect the Red probe to 10A
jack with fully depressed.
2. Set the Range Switch to desired AC A position.
3. Open the circuit to be measured and connect probes in series with the load in
which current is to be measured.
4. Read value on display.
How to Measure Resistance Using a Multimeter / Resistance Measurement:
1. Connect the red probe to V ? mA Jack and the black probe to

Resistance Circuit Symbol

COM jack.
2. Set the Range Switch to desired Ohms (?) position.
3. If the resistor to be measured is connected to a circuit then TURN OFF POWER
and discharge all capacitors before measurement.
4. Connect probes to circuit being measured.
5. Read resistance value on display.
How to Measure Diode / Diode Measurement:
1. Connect the red Test Lead to V ? mA Jack and the black lead to

Diode Circuit Symbol

COM jack.
2. Set the Range Switch to diode position.
3. Connect Red Test Leads to Anode of the Diode and Black Test Lead to Cathode.
4. The forward voltage drop in mV will be displayed in the screen or display. If the
diode is reversed, figure 1 will be displayed.
How to Measure Transistor hFE / Diode Measurement:
1. Set the Range Switch to hFEposition.

Transistor Circuit Symbol

2. Determine whether the transistor is NPN or PNP type and locate the Emitter,
Base and Collector Leads. Insert the leads into the proper holes of the hFE
Socket on the Front Panel of the Multimeter.
3. The Multimeter will display the approximate hFE value at the condition of base
current 10 A and VCD 2.8V.
How to Measure Continuity / Audible Buzzer Continuity measurement:
1. Connect the red Test Lead to V ? mA Jack and the black lead to COM jack.
2. Set the Range Switch to Buzzer.
3. Connect test leads to the two points to be tested. If the resistance is lower than
100 Ohm then there will be buzzer sound which means that continuity is OK.
Test Signal Use:
1. Set the Range Switch to Signal Symbol.
 2. A test signal appears between V ? mA Jack and COM jacks. The output
voltage is approx 5V pp with 50 k ohm impedance.
How to Measure Temperature / Temperature Measurement:
1. Connect the k-type thermoelectric couple to V ? mA Jack and COM jacks.
2. Set the Range Switch to Temperature Position.
3. The display will read the temperature value in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
How to Measure Room Temperature / Room Temperature Measurement:
Most Multimeters can easily measure room temperature from 0 to 35 degree Celsius.
Just set the Range Switch to RT Position and the present room temperature will be
displayed.
Warning:
1. To avoid electrical shock, hazard or damage, do not measure voltage exceeding
1000V or 750V above earth ground. Different Multimeters may have different
measurement range. Read the instruction manual carefully before operating the
Multimeter.
2. Before using the Multimeter, inspect Test Leads, Connectors and Probes for
cracks, breaks or crazes in the insulation.
3. Before attempting to open the case of the Multimeter, be sure to disconnect test
leads or probes from any energized electronic circuit to avoid electrical shock.
How to Take Care of your Multimeter
When you are using a Multimeter, it is your responsibility to its proper care and
prevent it from any damage:

1. Replacing Fuse: Fuse of a Multimeter rarely blow or need replacement. If it

happens, it is because of operator error or mistake. If required just replace the old
fuse with a new one with proper polarity.
2. Battery Replacement: If the symbol of battery appears on the display, it
indicates that the battery has to be replaced.

Card Level Parts of a Mobile Cell

Phone
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
When learning how to repair a mobile cell phone, it is important to identify parts of a
mobile phone. There are hundreds of parts and electronic components in mobile
phone. These parts and components can be classified into...

When learning how to repair a mobile cell phone, it is important to identify parts of a
mobile phone. There are hundreds of parts and electronic components in mobile
phone. These parts and components can be classified into different groups such as
card level parts, big parts and small parts. In this article, I will explain and teach you
about card level parts of a mobile phone. Big parts and small parts and electronic
components will be covered in future articles.
Card Level Parts of a Mobile Cell Phone
1. Front Facia or Facial: This is the front cover or housing of any mobile phone.
These are of different shapes and sizes depending upon brand and model.

Mobile Phone Front Facia

2. Back Facia or Facial: This is the Back cover or housing of any mobile phone.
These are of different shapes and sizes depending upon brand and model.
 Mobile Phone Back Facia

3. Internal Facia or Facial: This is the internal skeleton of a mobile phone.

Internal Facia or Skeleton of a Mobile Phone

4. Ringer: This part of component in a mobile phone is also called loudspeaker. It

plays loud sound and music in mobile phone.
 Mobile Phone Ringer

5. Speaker: This part or component is also called earpiece. It helps to listen to sound
during phone call when the loudspeaker or headphone is NOT ON.

Mobile Phone Speaker

6. Microphone: It is also called Mic in short. It transmits sound of the speaker

during phone call. It also helps to record sound in a mobile phone. It other words,
microphone is a sound input device.
 Mobile Phone Microphone

7. Vibrator: It is also called motor. It creates vibration in a cell phone when

vibration mode setting is turned ON.

Vibrator of Mobile Phone

8. LED: Light Emitting Diode. These components produce light in a mobile cell
phone.
 LED of Mobile Phone

9. Charging Connector: It helps to connect the charger to the PCB of a mobile

phone to charge or recharge the battery.

Mobile Phone Charging Connector

10. Headphone Connector: It is also called Earphone Connector. It helps to connect

the headphone to the mobile phone via jack.
 Mobile Phone Headphone Connector

11. Data Cable Connector: It helps to connect the mobile to another device such as a
computer, laptop, table etc using a data cable.

Data Cable Connector of Mobile Phone

12. Battery: It supplies power or DC current to the mobile phone.

 Battery of Mobile Phone

13. Battery Connector: It connects the battery to the internal circuit tracks of the
PCB of a mobile phone.

Mobile Phone Battery Connector

14. SIM Card: Subscriber Identification Module. This is a small rectangular chip
with circuit and information of user of the card. A SIM card is necessary to make
or receive phone calls with a mobile phone.
 SIM Card

15. SIM Card Connector: It connects the SIM card to the Circuit or PCB of a
mobile phone.

SIM Connector

16. Memory Card: It is used to store data like document, music, videos etc. These
are available in different capacities like 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32 GB etc.
 Memory Card

17. Memory Card Connector or MMC Connector: It connects the memory card to
the PCB of a mobile phone.

Mobile Phone Memory Card Connector

18. Camera: It is used to capture still images or record videos. These are available in
different megapixel.
 Camera of Mobile Phone

19. Camera Connector: It connects the camera to the PCB of the mobile phone.

Mobile Phone Camera Connector

20. Keypad Button: It is connected to the keypad carbon to enter numbers to make
phone calls and other data.
 Mobile Phone Keypad

21. Keypad Carbon: It is present in between keypad button and the PCB. It connects
the keypad buttons to the PCB of a mobile phone.

Mobile Phone Keypad Carbon

22. Keypad Connector: It connects the keypad to the PCB of the cell phone.
 Mobile Phone Keypad Connector

23. ON / OFF Switch: It helps to switch the mobile phone ON or OFF.

24. Display: It is screen of the mobile phone.

Mobile Phone ON-OFF Switch

25. Display Connector: It connects display of screen to the PCB of a Mobile Phone.
 Mobile Phone Display Connector

26. Internal Antenna: It helps to capture network frequency.

Internal Antenna of Mobile Phone

27. PCB: Printed Circuit Boardof the Mobile Phone.

 Mobile Phone PCB

28. PDA: Display or Screen of a touch screen mobile phone.

Mobile Phone PDA

Mobile Phone Parts Identification | How
to Identify Parts & Components on
PCB of Mobile Phone
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
When learning how to repair a mobile cell phone, it is important to learn how to
identify parts and components on the PCB of a mobile cell phone. Identification of
these parts and components is not that difficult....

When learning how to repair a mobile cell phone, it is important to learn how to
identify parts and components on the PCB of a mobile cell phone. Identification of
these parts and components is not that difficult.
The PCB of any mobile phone of any brand namely Nokia, Samsung, Motorola, China
Mobile Phones etc is divided into 2 Parts namely: (1) Network Section; and (2) Power
Section. When identifying parts, electronic components and ICs on the PCB of a
mobile cell phone, it is important to keep these two sections in mind.
How to Identify Parts and Components on the PCB of a Mobile Cell Phone:
1. Antenna Point: The point where antenna is connected is called antenna point. It
is normally located at the top of the PCB of a mobile phone.
Network Section: The section below antenna point and above power section is called
network section.
2. Antenna Switch: It is found in the network section. It is made from metal and
non-metal. It has 16 points or legs. In some mobile phones, the antenna switch is
merged with PFO.

Antenna Switch of Mobile Phone

3. PFO: Power Frequency Oscillator. It is present beside the antenna switch.

 PFO of a Mobile Phone

4. Network IC: It is below or beside the antenna switch and PFO. In some mobile
phones, the Network IC is merged with the CPU. E.g.: Nokia 1200, 1650, 1208, 1209
etc.

Network IC of a Mobile Phone

Power Section: This section is below the Network Section.

5. Power IC: In the Power Section, the IC around which there are several brown-
colored capacitors is called Power IC. In some mobile phones there are 2 Power ICs.

Power IC of a Mobile Phone

6. CPU: Central Processing Unit. In the power section, the largest IC is the CPU.
In some sets there are 2 CPU.

CPU of a Mobile Phone

7. Flash IC: This IC is found beside the CPU.

Flash IC of a Mobile Phone

8. Logic IC: The IC with 20 legs is the Logic IC.

Logic IC of a Mobile Phone

9. Charging IC: In the Power Section, the IC beside R22 is the Charging IC.

Charging IC of a Mobile Phone

10. Audio IC: The IC parallel to Power IC is the Audio IC.

Audio IC of a Mobile Phone

NOTES:
1. UEM (Universal Energy Manager) = Logic IC + Charging IC + Audio IC +
Power IC
2. PFO (Power Frequency Oscillator) = Antenna Switch + PFO
3. Flash IC= RAM + Flash IC

Mobile Phone PCB Layout Diagram

Parts of a Mobile Cell Phone and Their

Function (Big Parts)
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
There are all kinds of parts and electronic components in a mobile cell phone. These
parts and components can be divided into Big Parts and Small Parts. This article
explains all about big parts and components in a...

There are all kinds of parts and electronic components in a mobile cell phone. These
parts and components can be divided into Big Parts and Small Parts. This article
explains all about big parts and components in a mobile cell phone and their function.

When learning how to repair a mobile cell phone, it is important to identify its parts
and understand their function. Here I must also remind you that any PCB of a mobile
phone is divided into 2 sections namely: Network Section; and Power Section. Have a
look at the image below to understand PCB of a mobile cell phone.
 Mobile Phone PCB Diagram with Parts

Big Parts of a Mobile Cell Phone and Their Function:

1. Antenna Switch: It is found in the Network Section of a mobile phone

Cell Phone Antenna Switch

and is made up of metal and non-metal. In GSM sets it is found in white color and
in CDMA sets it is found in golden metal.

Work: It searches network and passes forward after tuning.

Faults: If the Antenna Switch is faulty then there will be no network in the
mobile phone.
2. P.F.O: It is found near the Antenna Switch in the Network Section of the
 Cell Phone PFO

PCB of Mobile Phone. It is also called P.A (Power Amplifier) and Band Pass
Filter.
Work: It filters and amplifies network frequency and selects the home network.
Faults: If the PFO is faulty then there will be no network in the mobile phone. If
it gets short then the mobile phone will get dead.
3. RF IC / Hagar / Network IC: This electronic component found near

Cell Phone Network IC / RF IC

the PFO in the Network Section of a Mobile Phone. It is also called RF signal
processor.

Work: It works as transmitter and receiver of audio and radio waves according to
the instruction from the CPU.
Faults: If the RF IC is faulty then there will be problem with network in the
mobile phone. Sometimes the mobile phone can even get dead.
4. 26 MHz Crystal Oscillator: It is found near the PFO in the Network

Mobile Phone 26 MHz Crystal Oscillator

 Section of a Mobile Phone. It is also called Network Crystal. It is made up of
metal.
Work: It creates frequency during outgoing calls.
Faults: If this crystal is faulty then there will be no outgoing call and no network
in the mobile phone.
5. VCO: It is found near the Network IC in the Network Section of a Mobile

Mobile Phone VCO

Phone.

Work: It sends time, date and voltage to the RF IC / Hager and the CPU. It also
creates frequency after taking command from the CPU.
Faults: If it is faulty then there will be no network in the mobile phone and it will
display Call End or Call Failed.
6. RX Filter: It is found in the Network Section of a Mobile Phone.

Mobile Phone RX Filter

Work: It filters frequency during incoming calls.

Faults: If it is faulty then there will network problem during incoming calls.
7. TX Filter: It is found in the Network Section of a Mobile Phone.
 Mobile Phone TX Filter

Work: It filters frequency during outgoing calls.

Faults: If it is faulty then there will network problem during outgoing calls.
8. ROM: It is found in the Power Section of a Mobile Phone.

Mobile Phone ROM

Work: It loads current operating program in a Mobile Phone.

Faults: If ROM is faulty then there will software problem in the mobile phone
and the set will get dead.
9. RAM: It is found in the Power Section of a Mobile Phone.

Mobile Phone RAM

Work: It sends and receives commands of the operating program in a mobile

phone.
Faults: If RAM is faulty then there will be software problem in the mobile phone
and it will get frequently get hanged and the set can even get dead.
10. Flash IC: It is found in the Power Section of a Mobile Phone. It is also

Cell Phone Flash IC

 called EEPROM IC, Memory IC, RAM IC and ROM IC.

Work: Software of the mobile phone is installed in the Flash IC.

Faults: If Flash IC is faulty then the mobile phone will not work properly and it
can even get dead.
11. Power IC: It is found in the Power Section of a Mobile Phone. There are

Cell Phone Power IC

many small components mainly capacitor around this IC. RTC is near the Power
IC.

Work: It takes power from the battery and supplies to all other parts of a mobile
phone.
Faults: If Power IC is faulty then the set will get dead.
12. Charging IC: It is found in the Power Section near R22.

Cell Phone Charging IC

Work: It takes current from the charger and charges the battery.
Faults: If Charging IC is faulty then the set will not get charged. If the Charging
IC is short then the set will get dead.
13. RTC (Simple Silicon Crystal): It is Real Time Clock and is found in
 Mobile Phone RTC (Real Time Clock)

the Power Section near Power IC. It is made up of either metal or non-metal. It is
of long shape.

Work: It helps to run the date and time in a mobile phone.

Faults: If RTC is faulty then there will be no date or time in the mobile phone and
the set can even get dead.
14. CPU: It is found in the Power Section. It is also called MAD IC, RAP IC

Cell Phone CPU

and UPP. It is the largest IC on the PCB of a Mobile Phone and it looks different
from all other ICs.

Work: It controls all sections of a mobile phone.

Faults: If CPU is faulty then the mobile phone will get dead.
15. Logic IC / UI IC: It is found in any section of a mobile phone. It has 20

Cell Phone Logic IC

pins or legs. It is also called UI IC and Interface IC.

 Work: It controls Ringer, Vibrator and LED of a mobile phone.
Faults: If Logic IC / UI IC is faulty then Ringer, Vibrator and LED of mobile
phone will nor work properly.
16. Audio IC: It is found in Power Section of a mobile phone. It is also

Cell Phone Audio IC

called Cobba IC and Melody IC.

Work: It controls Speaker and Microphone of a mobile phone.

Faults: If Audio IC is faulty then Speaker and Microphone of a mobile phone will
not work and the set can even get dead.

Small Parts / Electronic Components of

Mobile Phone and Their Function
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
The PCB of a mobile cell phone has several small parts or electronic components.
When learning mobile repairing, it is important to learn and understand how to
identity these small parts or electronic components and understand their function....

The PCB of a mobile cell phone has several small parts or electronic components.
When learning mobile repairing, it is important to learn and understand how to
identity these small parts or electronic components and understand their function.
Identification of these small parts on the PCB of a mobile phone is easy if you know
and understand some of the basic rules. It is also important to understand what to do if
any of these small components is faulty.
Most of these electronic components are SMD (Surface Mount Devices). They dont
have any leads like thru-hole electronic components.
Small Parts / Electronic Components of a Mobile Phone: Identification, Faults
and Function:
Boost Coil: Its size is little bigger than coil. It is found in black colour and

Mobile Phone Coil

looks like a large button. Its function is to increase current. If this coil gets damaged
then it has to be changed.

Coil: It is found in any section of a mobile phone. It is found in many shapes and
sizes. Coils are found in 2 colours: (i) Black and white; and (ii) Blue and white. It has
binding of copper coil inside. It filters and decreases Current and Voltage.
Capacitor: 3 types of capacitor are found in a mobile cell phone:
1. Non-Electrolytic Capacitor: It is found in any section of a mobile
 Mobile Cell Phone Capacitor

phone. Its height is little more than chip resistance. It can be of gray, yellow or
brown in color. It has no Positive (+) or Negative (-) side. It filters DC current.

2. Electrolytic Capacitor: It is found in any section of a mobile phone. Its size is

larger than non-electrolytic capacitor. It is found in 2 colors (i) Orange with brown
strip: and (ii) Black with white strip. The side with the strip is Positive (+) and the
other side is Negative (-). It filters and stores current.
3. Network Capacitor: It is found in any section of a mobile phone. It is made from
2 or more Non-Electrolytic Capacitors.
Coupler: This electronic component is found in the Network Section of a

Mobile Phone Coupler

mobile phone. It is of either black or white color and has 6 pins bent inside.
Function: It filters network.
Faults: If the coupler is faulty then there will be no network in the mobile phone.
Diode: Diodes are of 4 types:-
1. Rectifier Diode: It is found in black color and converts AC Current to DC
Current. It passes current in one direction. It does not pass current in reverse
direction.

Mobile Phone Rectifier Diode

2. LED: It is found in white or light yellow color and emits light.

Mobile Phone LED

3. Zener Diode: It is found in charging section. It filters and minimize current and
passes forward. It acts as voltage regulator. Zener diode has fixed capacity like 4V,
6V, 8V etc.

Mobile Phone Zener Diode

4. Photo Diode: It is used for Infrared. It captures Infrared Rays.

Mobile Phone Photo Diode

Regulator: This electronic component is found in any section of a mobile phone. It is

of black color and has 5 or 6 legs. It filters current and regulates voltage.

Mobile Phone Regulator

Resistance or Resistor: There are 2 types of resistance on the PCB of a

Mobile Phone Resistor

mobile phone:
 1. Chip Resistance: It can be found in any section of a mobile phone. It is of black
color. In some sets it is also found in blue and green colour. It is the smallest
electronic components on the PCB of a mobile phone. It Decreases current and
passes forward.
2. Network Resistance: It can be found in any section of a mobile phone. It is made
from 2 or more Chip Resistance.
Transistor: This electronic component is found in any section of a mobile phone. It is
of black color and it has 3 legs. It does the work of switching.

Mobile Cell Phone Transistor

Counting Legs or Pins of IC

BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
Any mobile phone PCB has several IC or Integrated Circuit. These are SMD or
Surface Mount Electronic Components. Before understanding how to count legs or
pins of any IC, let us learn about IC. What is an IC?...

Any mobile phone PCB has several IC or Integrated Circuit. These are SMD or
Surface Mount Electronic Components. Before understanding how to count legs or
pins of any IC, let us learn about IC.
What is an IC?
An IC is an electronic component made up of combination or integration of several
other electronic components like resistor, capacitor, coil, diode, transistor etc.
How Many Types of IC are There?
There are mainly 2 types of ICs:
 1. Leg-Type IC: This type of IC has legs or pins. These types of ICs are again
divided into different categories but we will not discuss it here because it has
nothing to do with mobile repairing.
2. Ball-Type IC: This type of IC has BGA (Ball Grid Array) underneath the IC.
These types of ICs are again divided into different categories but we will not
discuss it here because it has nothing to do with mobile repairing.
How to Count Legs or Pins of Leg-Type IC?
Counting of leg-type IC starts in Numerical Digit in Anticlockwise Direction starting
from the Nose Point or Cut Point. Have a look at the photo below to understand it
clearly.

How to Count Legs or Pins of Leg-Type IC

How to Count Balls of Ball-Type IC?

Counting of Ball-type IC is done in Both Clockwise and Anti-Clockwise Direction.
Rows are counted in Digit Numbers (1, 2, 3, 4) in Clockwise Direction. Columns
are counted in Alphabet (A, B, C, D) in Anti-Clockwise Direction.

NOTE: When counting Columns, I and O are omitted because they look like 1
and 0.
 How to Count Balls of Ball-Type IC

Current | Electric Current | AC

(Alternate Current) | DC (Direct
Current)
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
What is Current or Electric Current? Current or electric current is flow or charge
(electrons that are negatively charged) from one medium to another through a
conductor medium like copper wire, aluminum wire, circuit, electric wiring etc.
What...

What is Current or Electric Current?

Current or electric current is flow or charge (electrons that are negatively charged)
from one medium to another through a conductor medium like copper wire, aluminum
wire, circuit, electric wiring etc.
What is the SI Unit of Current?
The SI unit of current is ampere.
How is Electric Current Measured?
Electric current is measured using an ammeter.
Types of Electric Current
Electric current is of 2 types AC or Alternating Current and DC or Direct Current.

What is DC Current?

DC Current Symbol

DC or Direct Current is the flow of electric charge in one direction. This is called
unidirectional flow of electric charge. DC current is produced by devices like battery,
thermocouple, solar cell, dynamo etc. DC current is also called galvanic current.

AC Current Symbol

What is AC Current?
AC or Alternate Current is the flow of electric charge that periodically reverses
direction in a waveform.

Current in Mobile Phone

The circuit of a mobile phone PCB works on DC current. The battery provides DC
current to the circuit.

Circuit Symbol / Circuit Schematic

Symbols of Electronic Components
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
What are Circuit Symbols and why are these Schematic Symbols Used? Circuit
symbols are symbols, signs or pictogram of electronic components to represent
electrical and electronic components and devices schematic diagram of an electronic
circuit. Even though these...

What are Circuit Symbols and why are these Schematic Symbols Used?
Circuit symbols are symbols, signs or pictogram of electronic components to represent
electrical and electronic components and devices schematic diagram of an electronic
circuit. Even though these symbols can be different in different countries, there are
some common standards set by IEC and ANSIto represent electronic components.
These electronic circuit symbols are used in circuit diagrams to explain how a circuit
is interconnected.
NOTE: The original layout of electronic components is different from the circuit
diagram. To build an actual electronic circuit we need different diagram showing the
layout of the parts on printed circuit board.
Below are circuit symbols of most common electronic components:
AC Current Circuit Symbol

AC Current Circuit Symbol

DC Current Circuit Symbol

DC Current Circuit Symbol

Capacitor Circuit Symbol

Capacitor Circuit Symbol

Coil Circuit Symbol

Coil Circuit Symbol

Crystal Circuit Symbol

Crystal Circuit Symbol

Resistor Circuit Symbol

Resistor Circuit Symbol

Diode Circuit Symbol

 Diode Circuit Symbol

LED Circuit Symbol

LED Circuit Symbol

Transistor Circuit Symbol

Transistor Circuit Symbol

Fuse Circuit Symbol

Fuse Circuit Symbol

Regulator Circuit Symbol

Regulator Circuit Symbol

Other Electronic Components Symbols

Circuit Symbols of Electronic Components

Circuit Symbol of Resistor American-style resistor (a), rheostat (variable resistor) (b), and potentiometer (c), IEC-
style resistor

Circuit Symbol of Capacitor Capacitor, Capacitor, polarized; Capacitor, variable

Circuit Symbol of Transistor NPN transistor, PNP transistor, n-channel junction gate field-effect transistor
(JFET), p-channel junction gate field-effect transistor (JFET), Field-effect transistor

Circuit Symbol of Diode Diode, Zener diode, Tunnel diode, Schottky diode, Light Emitting Diode (LED),
Photodiode, Varicap
Circuit Symbol of Vacuum Tube Vacuum tube diode, Vacuum tube triode, Vacuum tube tetrode, Vacuum tube
pentode

Circuit Symbol of Switch Switch, Single Pole/Single Throw (SPST), Switch, Single Pole/Double Throw (SPDT),
Switch, Double Pole/Double Throw (DPDT)
Circuit Symbols Single cell, multi-cell battery, Inductor, Transformer with center tap, Silicon-controlled rectifier,
Fuse, Phone jack

How to Check Mobile Cell Phone

Settings
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
When repairing any mobile cell phone, you will often come across problems when you
will need to start with by checking the settings before proceeding to open and repair
the mobile phone. Such problems could include any of...

When repairing any mobile cell phone, you will often come across problems when
you will need to start with by checking the settings before proceeding to open and
repair the mobile phone. Such problems could include any of the following:

Ringer or Loudspeaker of the Mobile Phone Not Working: To solve this problem,
before you open the mobile cell phone to check if the ringer is faulty or not, you need
to first check the ringer or loudspeaker settings (If ringer settings is present in the set).
Check ringer volume settings and see if the phone is on silent mode or not. Set the
required settings. If everything is ok the open the mobile phone and check the ringer
using a Multimeter. If the ringer is not faulty then it will give a buzz or beep sound
and the value must be in the range of 8 to 10 Ohm. If the ringer is faulty then replace
it with a new one.
Video: How To Check Setting | Mobile Phone Repairing

Vibrator of Mobile Cell Phone Not Working: To solve the problem, start by
checking the vibrator settings. Check if it is ON or OFF.
Earpiece or Speaker Problem: There can be several problems with the speaker or
the earpiece of a mobile phone. These can be less or no sound or there can be problem
with sound. The first thing to do to solve the problem is to check settings. Go to
settings and check speaker or earpiece volume. It can also be checked during
incoming phone calls. If the volume is less then increase the volume to desired level.
Microphone Problems: If there is problem with the Mic or microphone then there
will be problems during phone call. The person you are talking to will not be able to
listen to your voice. To solve the problem, start by checking microphone setting if any
such setting is present. In most cases, changing or replacing the old faulty microphone
with a new one solves the problem.
Light Problem: If there is less light or some of the LED lights are not working or if
there is no light at all, then start by checking the light and display settings. Adjust the
light settings according to your requirement. If everything is OK and the problem is
not solved then open the mobile phone and check all the LEDs. Change LED if it is
faulty.
Headphone Problem: If headphone is not working or there is less sound in the
headphone then you need to check headphone settings first.
Display or Screen Problem: To solve any problem related to screen or display, the
first thing to do is to check settings and adjusts according to requirement. If the
problem is not solved the move on to hardware solution. If the problem is still now
solved then move on to software solution.
SIM Problem: If you are not able to make or receive a phone call with a valid SIM
card and your mobile phone is OK, the check settings first. See if the phone is on
Flight Mode or not. If it is on Flight Mode then change the setting.
Network Problem: If your mobile cell phone has less, week or no network then
check Network Settings. Manually search for available networks and select the
desired network provider. If the problem is not solved then there is problem with the
Network Section of the Phone.
Camera, Bluetooth, FM Radio: If there is any problem with any of these the check
their settings first.
NOTE: There are several other settings in a mobile cell phone. These include Mode,
Wi-Fi, VPN, Tethering and Portable Hotspot, Mobile Networks, Data Usage, Call
Settings, Sound and Display Settings, Power Saving Settings, Storage Setting, Battery
Setting, Settings for Applications, Accounts and Sync or Syncing, Location or GPS
Services, Security Settings, Language and Input Setting, Back Up and Reset, Dock or
Docking, Date and Time Settings, Accessibility, Motion Settings etc.
How to Check Mobile Cell Phone Settings
Most people using a mobile cell phone know How to Check Mobile Cell Phone
Settings. Different Models and Phones like Nokia, Samsung, Motorola, LG, iPhone,
Android Phone, China Mobile Phones, they all have different phone setting options.
Most phones have separate settings menu. Just go to MENU and select SETTINGS.
Once you have reached SETTINGS, select the setting you are looking for and change
or adjust whatever you need.

Mobile Phone Setting

How to Open and Disassemble a
Mobile Cell Phone
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
How to open and disassemble any mobile cell phone including Nokia, Samsung,
Motorola, China Mobile Phones or any other brand of cell phone from any mobile
cell phone manufacturer is basically same with slight change in the process....

How to open and disassemble any mobile cell phone including Nokia,
Samsung, Motorola, China Mobile Phones or any other brand of cell phone from any
mobile cell phone manufacturer is basically same with slight change in the process.
Before proceeding to open and disassemble a mobile cell phone, make sure you have
all the required tools for mobile repairing. The tools you will need are:
1. T5, T6 and Forehead Precision Screwdriver. A screwdriver set or kit can be very
useful. These screwdrivers must have magnetic tip.
2. Mobil Phone Opener
3. Tweezers
4. Antistatic Wrist Strap
5. Antistatic Hand Gloves
6. Antistatic or ESD-Safe Mat
7. ESD-Safe Apron
8. ESD-Safe Footwear
NOTE: It is very important to use only Antistatic or ESD-Safe tools to open and
disassemble a mobile cell phone because parts inside a mobile phone are very
sensitive to static electricity and can get damaged if precaution is not taken to prevent
static electricity.
How to Open and Disassemble a Mobile Cell Phone: Step by Step Instructions
1. Take OFF and remove the battery cover and back facial of the mobile phone. You
should use a mobile opener tool to remove the back Facia.
2. Remove the battery, SIM card and memory card.
3. You will find several small screws at the back. Using suitable screwdriver,
unscrew and remove all the screws and keep them in a safe box. These screws
must be kept very carefully so that they do not get lost.
4. Once all the screws are open, remove the front cover or the front Facia of the
mobile phone.
5. Now you have the internal Facia or skeleton of the mobile phone. It is attached to
the mobile phone PCB with screws. Unscrew and open all the screws.
6. Remove connectors for display and camera and pull the display and the camera
out.

How To Disassemble a Mobile Phone

Now the mobile phone is open and you have learnt how to disassemble a mobile cell
phone.

How to Jumper in Mobile Phone

Repairing
BY SANTOSH DAS | LAST UPDATED ON AUGUST 18, 2015
Most mobile phone repairing is done by doing jumper. Different parts of a mobile cell
phone like display, keypad, speaker, microphone, LED lights, different ICs, different
small parts and electronic components, all have different jumper settings. It is...

Most mobile phone repairing is done by doing jumper. Different parts of a mobile cell
phone like display, keypad, speaker, microphone, LED lights, different ICs, different
small parts and electronic components, all have different jumper settings. It is
important to first track the fault or missing track and then do the jumper.
Mobile Phone Repairing Tools You Will Need to Dumper
1. Mobile phone jumper wire.
2. Soldering iron.
3. Solder wire.
4. Blade cutter.
5. Multimeter.
6. Soldering flux.
7. PCB holder.
8. Tweezers.
How to Jumper
1. Disassemble mobile phone and place it on a PCB holder.
2. Using a multimeter, check track and find the fault or the missing track that need
jumper.
3. Apply liquid soldering flux to the points where you need to solder jumper wire.
4. Cut jumper wire to desired length and remove its lamination using blade cutter.
5. Hold one end of the jumper wire and solder it to one point of the faulty circuit
track. Use a good quality tweezers to hold the wire and good quality of soldering
iron and solder wire to solder.
6. Now hold the other end of the jumper wire and solder to the other point of the
track
7. Using a multimeter check the jumper.

Electronic Components, Parts and Their Function

Santosh Das July 31, 2015 Electronic Components, Electronics 4 Comments
Electronic components are basic electronic element or electronic parts usually packaged in a
discrete form with two or more connecting leads or metallic pads.

Electronic Components are intended to be connected together, usually by soldering to a printed

circuit board (PCB), to create an electronic circuit with a particular function (for example an amplifier,
radio receiver, oscillator, wireless). Some of the main Electronic Components are: resistor, capacitor,
transistor, diode, operational amplifier, resistor array, logic gate etc.
Types of Electronic Components
 Electronic Components are of 2 types: Active and Passive Electronic Components.
Passive electronic components are those that do not have gain or directionality. They are also
called Electrical elements or electrical components. e.g. resistors, capacitors, diodes, Inductors.
Active components are those that have gain or directionality. e.g. transistors, integrated circuits or
ICs, logic gates.
Electronic Components and Their Functions
1. Terminals and Connectors: Components to make electrical connection.
2. Resistors: Components used to resist current.
3. Switches: Components that may be made to either conduct (closed) or not (open).
4. Capacitors: Components that store electrical charge in an electrical field.
5. Magnetic or Inductive Components: These are Electrical components that use magnetism.
6. Network Components: Components that use more than 1 type of Passive Component.
7. Piezoelectric devices, crystals, resonators: Passive components that use piezoelectric. effect.
8. Semiconductors: Electronic control components with no moving parts.
9. Diodes: Components that conduct electricity in only one direction.
10. Transistors: A semiconductor device capable of amplification.
11. Integrated Circuits or ICs: A microelectronic computer electronic circuit incorporated into a chip
or semiconductor; a whole system rather than a single component
Electronic Components Abbreviations
Here is a list of Electronic Component name abbreviations widely used in the electronics industry:

Capacitor

AE: aerial, antenna

B: battery
BR: bridge rectifier
C: capacitor
CRT: cathode ray tube
D or CR: diode
F: fuse
GDT: gas discharge tube
 IC: integrated circuit
J: wire link
JFET: junction gate field-effect transistor
L: inductor
LCD: Liquid crystal display
LDR: light dependent resistor
LED: light emitting diode
LS: speaker
M: motor
MCB: circuit breaker

Diode

Mic: microphone
Ne: neon lamp
OP: Operational Amplifier
PCB: printed circuit board
PU: pickup
Q: transistor
R: resistor
RLA: RY: relay
SCR: silicon controlled rectifier
FET: field effect transistor
MOSFET: Metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistor
TFT: thin film transistor(display)
VLSI: very large scale integration

Integrated Circuit (IC)

DSP: digital signal processor

SW: switch
 T: transformer
TH: thermistor
TP: test point
Tr: transistor
U:integrated circuit
V: valve (tube)
VC: variable capacitor
VFD: vacuum fluorescent display
VR: variable resistor
X: crystal, ceramic resonator
XMER: transformer
XTAL: crystal
Z: zener diode
Electronic Companies (Manufacturers, Suppliers and Exporters):
1. Allied Electronics : List and details of all Actives and Passive Electronic Components.

Inductors

2. Electronics Design World: Electronic components distributor Newark offers semiconductors,

passives, interconnects, electromechanical, power source, specialty products, test and
measurement equipment.
3. PartNumber.com Free part utility to assign part numbers: An applet that assigns intelligent
(significant) part numbers to components in electronic products.
 Resistors

4. Electronic Components Database otxi.com: Online Technology Exchange, Inc.Electronic

Component Distributor for Obsolete, Hard to Find, discontinued Integrated Circuits and
Semiconductors. Providing an online parts search component database.
5. TOYO COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT CO. LTD., Japan: Manufacturers and Suppliers
of: Synthetic Quartz Crystals & Crystal Blanks, Microprocessor use/High Stability Ultra-Miniature
& Surface

Transistors

Mount Type Crystals, HCM-Filters for Mobile/Cordless Telephones, Paging Receivers & other
Communication Systems, SPXO / TCXO / DTCXO & OCXO Type Crystal Oscillators, Saw
Devices upto 1-GHz
6. NIC COMPONENTS CORPORATION, U.S.A./Japan: Manufacturers and Suppliers of: Multi-
Layer Ceramic Chip Capacitors, Chip Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors, Chip Resistors/Resistor
Networks, SMT Thermistors /Inductors / Varistors,
 Logic Gates

Tantalum Chip Capacitors, Metallized Polyester Film Capacitor Chips, Leaded Miniature
Electrolytic / Tantalum Capacitors, Ferrite Beads & Rectifier Diodes
7. RCD COMPONENTS, U.S.A. : Manufacturers and Suppliers of:Surface Mount Products, Chip
Resistors, SIP-Networks & Active/Passive-Delay Lines, Resistor Network in Surface Mount,
SIP/DIP packages, Wire-Wound Resistors, Resistance Standards, Carbon-Film, Metal Film &
Metal Oxide Resistors, Special Purpose High Precision Resistors, Inductive Products/ Delay
Lines, Surface Mount Ceramic Chip Capacitors, Surface Mount Tantalum Chip Capacitors
8. RARA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, Korea: Manufacturers and Suppliers of:Wire Wound
Resistors, Power Film Resistors, RF Resistors, Current Sensing Resistors, Precision Resistors,
High Voltage Resistors
9. MEGAPHASE LLC, U.S.A. : Manufacturers and Suppliers of: TM Series Cables, VN Series
Cables, Series 1 & 2 Cables, Series 3 & 5 Cables, Series 7 Cables, Jump Shot Coaxial Jumper
Cables, 75-Ohm Site Line Test Cables, CM Series Test Cable, SF Series Test Cables, Site Line
Field & Production Test Cable: SL Series, TM Series Bench Test Cables, Semi-Rigid Cable
Assemblies, Micro-Miniature Semi-Rigid Cabl

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