Fix iPhone 12 Pro Max Face ID TrueDepth Camera by Using i2C IC Chip Method
Face ID for iPhone is an exciting new technology, but it can be frustrating if your iPhone 12 Pro Max Face ID isn’t working. But don’t worry! look here! Phonefix has the latest fixes here. In this article, we’ll discuss a repair tutorial for your Dot Projector and TrueDepth Camera should it fail!
Connect iPhone 12 Pro Max dot projector with I2C Programmer. Then enter the Face ID test! Press the button in the middle, red and many abnormalities will appear, and there will be a prompt to replace the data cable. So far, it can be determined that the dot matrix projector is faulty.
Step 1: Link I2C Programmer
Connect the device together with the I2C programmer with a single cable. Click Trust, and if the charging is in good condition, the connection is successful.
Step 2: Backup
Wait for the programmer link to complete and click Upload Backup Data. After the backup is successful, disconnect the mobile phone and unplug the dot matrix projector. All can be connected again. At this point, the programmer will prompt that the data download is successful.
Step 3: Remove Glue from Dot Projector
Fix the dot matrix projector with a clamp. Remove the glue on the dot matrix projector after heating
Step 4: Remove the Sensor
Heat the camera at 250 degrees Celsius to break the seal, then push it down slowly to remove the protection.
Step 5: Replace with new IC
Remove the underfill around the old IC after using 250C heat. It’s a very delicate job.
Step 6: Soldering
At this time, the whole area is very hot. After adding Paste Flux, use leaded 183 temperature soldering.
Step 7: Replace with a new IC
Take a new IC and push it all the way to the left in a row. Use 330 degrees Celsius heat to make the flux flow in place. Fix the IC drip alcohol and blow dry.
Step 8: Connect to Programmer Test
After linking it with the programmer, click test and you will see that everything is normal. A blue background and text appear below. Now the dot matrix projector has been repaired.
Assemble the phone according to the original steps, and you will find that the face ID of your iPhone12Pro Max is available after turning it on.
The above are the steps to fix the iPhone 12 Pro Max Face ID TrueDepth Camera using the i2C IC chip method, I hope it is useful to everyone! I wish everyone a successful repair! More professional mobile phone repair guide and tools, please follow our PHONEFIX Shop Team.
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