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| Device | PAL Super Nintendo |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Time | 1 hour |
| Steps | 2 |
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The console only had audio on one channel. The reason for this was leaking capacitors that had partially damaged the circuit traces. |
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| Step 1 :: Exposing the PCB | ![[step 1 photo]](168916/step01-1.jpg)
• Open the Nintendo and remove the motherboard. Then, unscrew the top metal cover. The capacitors are located underneath.
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| Step 2 :: Testing and replacing capacitors | ![[step 2 photo]](168916/step02-1.jpg)
• The 2 SMD capacitors, each rated at 10µF in this area, had leaked and partially damaged the traces in the surrounding area. A wire jumper and 2 replacement capacitors were soldered on.
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| Conclusion | | Follow the steps in reverse order to reassemble your device. |
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