[Elecraft] K2 front panel LCD soldering

[Don Wilhelm]

Conway,

You may (should) leave that film in place.

73,
Don W3FPR

Conway Yee wrote:
> Gentlemen,
> Your recommendations are appreciated.  I checked the IC joints VERY
> carefully for cold joints and bridges.  I reflowed all joints as well.
> My leads are long as well.
>
> I have a followup question.  The instructions specifically say NOT to
> remove the backing on either side.  My LCD backlight assembly has white
> diffusers on both sides (so far so good).  There is, however a SECOND
> thin plastic translucent (not white) film as well on top of the assembly
> which seems to be removable.  Can I remove this second film?
>
> tnx.
> Conway Yee, N2JWQ
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