I didn't have my battery at the time when I started the build, and when I got it I guess I just soldered it on - figured I would need to check much! But yeh.. technically I skipped steps 4 and 5 on the power section. Regarding the speaker I did think it was the wrong way actually! I'll switch this a...

Hi Kite,

The CHRG LED doesn't blink at all when plugged in, and yes I have tried a few different cables and PSU's.

Plugged in, I measured the voltage on C1 and it reads just over 5v.

Hi there,

So I just installed the battery today, I thought I took precautions when soldering but it doesn't look like its charging the battery.

Is this a clear cut case of the charging circuit is fried? Is it repairable?

Any help appreciated.

Thanks!