Panasonic Power Supply Board Power Board Replacement

Eject the disk tray from the DVD player before removing power supply.

Evenly lift upward on the disk tray front cover (not slanted, as pictured). This will allow for easier dissasembly of the player.

Remove 3 screws running along back edge of case cover.

Remove 2 screws from each side of case cover.

Grab edges of cover, pull outward slightly, and pull straight up.

Lift up the 5 tabs securing the front panel to the chassis. There are 3 on the bottom, and 2 on the inside edges of the panel. Panel should then lift off the player.

Locate the 4 screws securing the disk drive assembly. There are two on each side.

Use a narrow screwdriver to remove all 4 screws.

Remove the blue ribbon wire from its connector. When doing this, be cautious to not damage the connector.

Lift assembly by the front to pull metal bracket from the power board.

Pull up back end and lift drive out.

With the drive assembly separate from the player, hold as shown and pull the bracket edges away from the disk drive.

Lift bracket off and reserve for re-assembly.

Remove 4 screws from the power board as shown.

Lift the power board straight up and out of the chassis.