Thanks again. It looks like the only part that's glued is the flap cover and the hard plastic attachment protrusion (for lack of a better word). Speaking of the sad "protrusion" it fell off of one of my units so I had to glue it back on. Just something to have in mind if you take your unit off frequently. On the plus side, there is no opening behind that part, so the unit remains as waterproof as before. I'm thinking of just doing away with the whole attachment contraption and use good size and good strength velcro instead. It will be way more elegant and stable without any screws and brackets.
Complain to the seller, you have nothing to loose. I got 50% refund and I'm OK with it. Then you won't feel so bad for using it as a glorified bluetooth headset.
Yes, you're right. I'm not sure how the sealed this damn thing!! What did they do? mold over the chip board?
Well...good news: My unit is now working, and sound quality is better than before.
• I cleaned off all the old solder, resoldered nicely.
• Test to ensure it was working - it was, and the static noise was just like before.
• Strategically place electrical tape around some of the chips on the main board, which seemed to reduce static when covered.
• Wrapped electrical tape around USB and 3.5mm jack to ensure it stays in place, and held a lighter to it (1 second) to "seal it"
• Wrapped the remainder in electrical tape for added security and water proofing (again, lighter for 1-2 seconds to really stick it on).
I just called my gf with it, and he says it sounds like I'm on a regular phone, and I didn't hear
ANY static on my end - at all! Not sure how long this will last, but it's pretty freaking good right now.
I just need it for my trip 4000km trip in August. If either unit works after the trip - bonus.
