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how to open rc72 Genie Remote?

Discussion in 'DIRECTV General Discussion' started by sportflyer, Jan 22, 2017.

  1. Jan 22, 2017 #1 of 8
    sportflyer

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    I have an intermittent "0" button. How do I open up the genie rc72 remote controller to clean the PC board contacts? I see only one screw in the battery compartment. Are there any others and where ? Tks
     
  2. Jan 22, 2017 #2 of 8
    jimmie57

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    It is not worth it to try and fix it.
     
  3. Jan 22, 2017 #3 of 8
    dwrats_56

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    A 5 pound sledge used just right should do nicely.:smiley:
     
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  4. Jan 22, 2017 #4 of 8
    peds48

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    Even better, asked just right and DIRECTV will send you one at no charge, including shipping.


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  5. Jan 24, 2017 #5 of 8
    P Smith

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    you will need a thin plastic "spatula" (Fry's have it), usually selling as repair kit for cellphones
    gently insert between halves (better use two of them) and increase gap by un-snapping small latches, those spots could be recognized by looking under bright light
     
  6. Jan 24, 2017 #6 of 8
    sportflyer

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    Yes but are there any additional screws (for example hidden under the black fascia ) besides the one in the battery compartment . Anyone tried to open the Genie remote controller?
     
  7. Jan 24, 2017 #7 of 8
    P Smith

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    as I encounter during opening many different remotes, usually hidden screws locating under labels, sticky plastic covers... if you, gently pressing, will touch all surface you will feel some hole(s)
     
  8. Jan 27, 2017 #8 of 8
    HaterSlayer

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    If you have the protection plan just call in and say you have a flashing red light on it when you press buttons and you'll get another.

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