Repairing Sansa Clip+ MP3 Player

[@RichpinTv]

Sounds like possible battery problems.These batters can only be charged a certain number of times before they will not hold charge anymore.What is the battery indicator doing when you plug it in.

[@Hostirad]

Thanks so much for the tip! I basically stopped using my Sansa Clip since I broke the clip, and now I'll be able to repair it and start using it again!

[@zmlkeys]

Brilliant idea! I used to have a Saturn SL but I still have my Sansa Clip and love it. Clip hasn't broken yet but always wondered what to do when it inevitably does!

[@rolfathan]

The one thing I miss about the older sansa clips. They clip was actually removable.

[@FubarMike]

thank you for showing this! I was thinking of fixing mine with a clothes pin but thought the pin wold be too big. I didn't know they came in that small size. Would super glue work well for doing this? I really don't know how to use those bonding agents that you mix up

[@toddpf]

Any guesses as to what Rich has loaded up on that unit? Maybe some Stones, Beatles or Led Zeppelin?

[@siriusvideo22]

how do I get the same size close pins? are they mini? what brand did you use in the video?

[@RichpinTv]

They had these at walmart.

[@siriusvideo22]

What are the dimensions of the clothespin you used? width and length in inches please.

[@zoop34]

I did what he suggested and my mp3 player still clips on my waist. I have used it approximately 4 times per week for several months. Not the most aesthetic solution but since it is under my shirt, it is not visible. Thank you.

[@stephendee7839]

Great low-tech solution to a high-tech design flaw. Has it been durable in these last four years?

[@RichpinTv]

It might be hard to believe but it is still working.

[@lovelydolltime8006]

I own a newer model, the Clip Jam, and after 3 years of use, the clip on mine finally broke a few days ago (it still works otherwise, though). I might try this out to repair it.

[@RichpinTv]

Ya but i will have to get a wider lens for my camera though.

[@dericn]

Now if it gets wet, you can easily hang it on the clothesline outside to dry!... LOL Nice fix as always, Rich!... :o)

[@DooBnWhiteTerrier]

Mine has just gave it up, thank you, cool idea!

[@malikaslan4817]

hello Sir， you got any idea if my sandisk mp3 player 2years old ，just went off ，and could not be switched on anymore？is it possible to repair it，like fixing this problem？thats now my third one ，i like the style and quality，accept this problem，that it suddenly went off by itself，would be great if it would work again，maybe u got some。solution for me，thx and regards

[@RichpinTv]

Mine has been working good since day one so i have never had the chance to do any troubleshooting.

[@RichpinTv]

I bet super glue gel would work fine.

[@MrRmh3481]

Good Job Rich, I think you need a bigger pair of side cutters on the next one!

[@artshurin]

вот это ты молодец, восемь минут снимал как на прищепку клей намазать браво ! ты на все руки мастер ставлю лайк

[@AlexUilenspiegel]

И это он называет "Repair"... С ума сойти...

[@TheWwong]

Good job Rich, JB Weld is some super good stuff.

[@RichpinTv]

It has a micro SD slot.I have a 4 GB card in it with all my song on it.

[@technoshine9155]

Is there any manufacturer out there in the world who can make stick-able spare clip like this (same as found in original MP3 Player back side) --at this time no PRODUCT of manufacturer in this little WORLD ??????????????????????, i searched all the internet for it, if you find please let me know, it is so simple to make it but no manufacturer DARED till now.

[@RichpinTv]

I love my little Sansa Clip too so i though it was worth saving.

[@chorse70]

This issue with the clip on the Sandisk MP3 player is still happening in 2024. I messaged them several times to complain about it because every time I but one the clip breaks off easily.

[@ongngoaihien]

I just got my Sansa clip+ after I charged battery full and it does not turn off. Who know why does that show me how to fix please.Thank you.

[@superstrudel]

"turn off"? You mean "turn on"? It could be a lot of things, guy. We can't know it without opening the Sansa : could you return it, with the warranty?

[@ajbfwb]

It's probably doesn't make much sense for me to reply to this 2 years after the fact, but Hien probably meant BOTH. The power button on the Clip+ seems to be at least one of it's "Achilles Heels". Cracking these things open is no easy task without damaging it. I'm not sure if there's even anything that can be done for a power switch gone wonky. The one, albeit lame, workaround, is to attach the Clip+ to a power source of some sort (either computer or, more conveniently, a portable power bank) to power the unit on, and to rely on whatever time level you've chosen in the settings, for it to power off automatically. All 4 iterations of the Sansa series (Clip, Clip+, Sport, Jam) have had one issue or another. Most feel that as Sandisk has ("have", for the newer grammar rule sticklers) evolved the series, they haven't really improved overall. I wish I'd bought several of the original Clip back when Buy.com was selling refurbished units for as low as $10 each. Not only was the clip replaceable, the overall tactile feel made it easier to navigate without looking directly at it. The spring loaded momentary power switch was more effective and I think it had the best battery life, as well. Even with the most careful treatment, you can't expect any of them to last forever, especially with daily use for months and years at a time. It doesn't really surprise me that the volume rocker eventually went bad on one of mine. The main thing is, we wouldn't have to worry about them lasting forever if Sansa would just make the newest model more desirable than the previous.

[@hmongsage00]

My sansa clip zip screen is broken. How can i fix it?

[@gagealbright]

Nice, I have both that Sansa mp3 player AND a Saturn SL2!

[@monstercolorfunco4391]

you can try a hair accessories shop for a whooole lot of clip sizes and shapes. great humour and practical. i glued a 1400mAh on the back of my clip :D 30 hours play time

[@RichpinTv]

I like that.

[@RichpinTv]

O ya i'm loaded with the Stones and i like the modern rock too.

[@Bulgdoom]

2GB is awfully small of a capacity, you can get a 64gb SDXC card for $40

[@RichpinTv]

WOW welcome to the club....

[@ItsAlwaysRusty]

Somehow I knew JB Weld would be seen at some point. Will never come off again.. Take Care

[@RichpinTv]

I just might do that after it drys.

[@RichpinTv]

That's a good one.

[@monstercolorfunco4391]

u forgot to score the plastic and peg surfaces.

[@Zacharyflores713]

Wow rich you do everything! Nice video

[@acscolo]

time to get an iPod

[@zoemoney3020]

My sansa clip+ won't turn on any one know what to do

[@randywatson8347]

lol not a visually elegant solution. Need something flatter and the hinge aligned to it's original position.

[@TrueBlueEG8]

simple but effective. i like.

[@hp11208]

cool

[@robertwagner5151]

well ...."glue a clothes peg on the back" would have been enough, no need for a 6m video ;) better change the heading to "how to make any player a clip-player"...

[@qwertystoun185]

Матерый колхоз!

[@bhstone1]

ALMOST FIRST!