How to connect micro usb jack to pcb
How to connect micro usb jack to pcb
If you're cautious, connecting the positive wire to the VCC pin and the negative to one of the large areas that used to hold the port ground should work. The main concern is avoiding damaging the PCB or unintentionally linking C23. Remember, the VCC leg with the Y1 marking is key.
You're asking if routing the positive wire through C23 affects functionality, and whether connecting the negative wire to the micro USB ground is correct.
I covered the hot air station already: if you didn’t pay attention, you also missed that you don’t need paste—just solder and flux. Anyway, if you can’t read three sentences or watch a two-minute video to the end… then all I can say is good luck and have fun.
The merge cleared my comment, yes, positive for Y1. C23 isn't necessary, but I'll use better quality chargers moving forward. Negative is acceptable on the ground near the micro USB port—it seems to connect directly. The cap C23 sits between +5V and ground but doesn't link them. It functions like a small filter because the 5-pin black chip charger (LTH7) can draw from the 5V unevenly, leading to voltage fluctuations. Removing it should work fine.