KSS15014 smartPAD connection error

Atleast on the smartpad-2 the procedure is very simple. There is a small cover on the back where the cable enters and thats it. If i remember correctly there is only a strain relief and one connector.

I assume you have a smartpad-1 as you stated 2011 as the manufacturing year. i do not know how it is connected on this model. If you have a cover where the cable enters on the backside of the pendant open it up and check.

have not taken smartPads apart but imagine that precautions are the same as for any other electronics. follow ESD guidelines, do not force, damage or scratch things, determine how used connectors are to be used and watch youtube videos until sure you understand this fully. take pictures and ask for help if needed - before you break anything.

then swap the damaged part. if you are reusing same cable (shortening it to remove the damage spot) make sure you use same connector type, correct assembly method and pinout.

then reassemble in reverse order of taking it apart. this is where pictures or video of disassembly can come in handy, specially if you did not do this before.

it looks like after unscrewing the body, there will be some plug/socket.

1. make sure there is no charge left inside the smartpad's electrical components.

2. make sure you won't lose anything small if it falls to the floor

3. if you're doing this you can first try blowing some really hot air on the place where it's bent and testing if it resolves the issue.

4. maybe you would feel more secure if you had to cut the damaged cable piece out and then connecting the wires without opening up the smartpad.

hope i helped but i had fun typing this, thanks!

here's a pic I've found: https://icdn.tradew.com/file/201606/1569362/jpg/7947293.jpg

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Well that's the problem : I have found absolutely nothing.

i think the problem is how you search. you may be expecting to see details for exactly your situation instead of looking ... more broadly.

in simplest form the task involves using screwdriver and connectors. info on those can be found easily, not necessarily showing how to use them on a smartPad.

connectors can be different type so goal is to identify type and see how they are used before doing something that may cause damage. because latches and levers can be different style and operated differently. for example just lookup "FFC connector types" for FFC/FPC connectors. same goes for other forms (mini-Fit etc.).

if you are cutting cable to remove damaged part, then you will also need to attach new connector of same type and there are videos explaining that. again - not necessarily on a smartPad.

same goes for replacing screen or membrane buttons. you may not find info how to do it on smartPad but there are tons of repair videos on doing same work on other products. everything you see there will apply to repairs you may be conducting.

i do not know exact type since i had not looked at smartPad insides but connectors that KUKA normally uses on low voltage circuits are common types made by Molex etc.

inside teach pendant there are likely high density connectors (FFC/FPC) for LCD and membrane keys. but right now you are likely not interested at this.

for connecting wires/cables to PCB that would usually be microFit, nanoFit, etc. that is what the image in post #6 also suggests though connector cannot be identified correctly from that picture.

so i suggest to take some time to gently open the smartPad (lay the screen on something soft like folded towel) and see what is inside, take good pictures.

this is what typical miniFit Jr looks like. to release latch squeeze top of the retention clip as shown by arrow:

very good...

and if you do not mind, please take few high resolution images of the board so one can check other details. the collage is great step by step instruction set but i would not mind to see board details and used parts.

well, problems tend to be at places where cable flexes the most. and this is usually near smartPad, which is why there is a pigtail support for the cable. one could try bending cable to identify exact problem location and cut it out. if this is indeed close to smartPad box, cable would be slightly shorter as one can relatively easy rebuild the connector for few bucks if you already have a crimper.

do not do anything that makes you uncomfortable. at least not because i asked you something. i prefer to be blamelsess

having cable in two parts is actually nice. it some cases it could be even better if in 3 pars (1m +5m+5m). in case of failure, one can test by replacing or removing one part, or keep one as spare.