Broken off S2 switch, arrrgggghhhh

Stuart Bishop · Oct 9, 2016

Hi,

Foolishly dropped my RC in the kitchen today and it landed on the S2 switch and that's come off along with a little black spring. There didn't appear to be any other bits, can this just be screwed in? I've tried a few times but not sure if it can or not. Help appreciated?

msinger · Oct 9, 2016

That switch can be replaced (see this post). I haven't replaced it myself, but I know you'll have to open the remote controller to do so.

Philltayl · Oct 10, 2016

Stuart Bishop said:
Hi,

Foolishly dropped my RC in the kitchen today and it landed on the S2 switch and that's come off along with a little black spring. There didn't appear to be any other bits, can this just be screwed in? I've tried a few times but not sure if it can or not. Help appreciated?

No, that can't be screwed in. You will have to replace the switch. Should be a simple job.

Stuart Bishop · Oct 10, 2016

Bummer, not a very good DIY'er, can't say I'be ever used it so might just live without. Cheers

Philltayl · Oct 10, 2016

Philltayl said:
No, that can't be screwed in. You will have to replace the switch. Should be a simple job.

On the P3S it is used to initiate a RTH...not sure what the RC will do if it is not there?????????

mcajr37 · Oct 11, 2016

Radio shack has similar 3 position toggle switches. Not exact match but they do fit and work with the controler

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mcajr37 · Oct 11, 2016

I had the same problem

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Don Dan · Mar 28, 2017

Same problem here. Only mine was a three-year old. No Radio Shack in my country. Do anyone know a good one on eBay?

msinger · Mar 28, 2017

Don Dan said:
Do anyone know a good one on eBay?

This eBay seller ships that part worldwide.

Don Dan · Mar 28, 2017

cheers!

Matts175 · Mar 28, 2017

Since you say that you are not a very good DIYer, If I was in that situation, I'd buy the switch that msinger posted..... then take the switch and transmitter up to an electronics repair shop. They should be able to solder that in for you, no problem. It shouldn't cost more than $15 to $20 for the job (not sure what that is in UK money). A skilled electronics repair person should be able to do that whole job in 20 minutes. If you lived here in 'Merica.... I'd do it for free for you.

120CCPM · Mar 28, 2017

Stuart Bishop said:
Bummer, not a very good DIY'er, can't say I'be ever used it so might just live without. Cheers

I'd suggest to replace it, but if you don't, just remember that in case DJI GO crashes on you and you need to bring back the AC via RTH, you need to turn off the transmitter.