Replacing the Main Playback on a Element 2

Element 2 Console Main Playback Replacement

If instructed and given parts through Tech Services, here are the steps in replacing the Main Playback board on an Element 2 Console.

1) Remove the Encoder wheel and fader caps.
2) Open up the console per: How to Open an Element 2
3) Clip the two cable ties that are keeping the cable bundles in place.
4) Disconnect the gray ribbon cable by unlocking the tabs on top and bottom and pulling straight out.
5) Disconnect the black USB and unplug the yellow and black cable to get them out of the way.
6) Remove the Philips head screws lining the perimeter of the main playback board.
7) Pull the circuit board straight towards you to remove it.
8) Push the new board into place.
9) Restore the screws.
10) Plug the 3 cables back in, making sure the locks close around the ribbon cable as it goes back in.
11) Restore the cable ties.
12) Close the console back up.
13) Pop the fader caps and encoder wheel back on.