How to Repair a Miraculix Q-Test Photometer + PyBadge Repair & Firmware Update

Miraculix Q-Test Photometer Repair Tutorial | Replace the Adafruit PyBadge Board Has your Miraculix Q-Test Photometer developed a cracked screen or damaged display? In this step-by-step repair guide, you’ll learn how to replace the internal Adafruit PyBadge board, install CircuitPython 7.3.2, flash the official Miraculix firmware, and restore your photometer to working condition. Whether you’re replacing a broken display or installing a new board, this tutorial walks you through the complete repair process from start to finish. ⸻ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Required Tools & Parts 01:53 Opening the Photometer 03:25 Removing the Damaged PyBadge 04:52 Installing the Replacement Board 07:05 Reassembling the Photometer 08:42 Entering Bootloader Mode 09:37 Installing CircuitPython 7.3.2 11:10 Installing the Miraculix Firmware 13:47 Verifying the Installation 15:08 Final Device Test & Completion ⸻ Resources 🛒 Purchase the Miraculix Q-Test Photometer https://entheologyproject.org/product... 🔧 Replacement Adafruit PyBadge (Product #4200) https://www.adafruit.com/product/4200 💾 Download CircuitPython 7.3.2 (Required) https://adafruit-circuit-python.s3.am... 📦 Official Miraculix Firmware https://www.miraculix-lab.de/en/faq-p... 📖 CircuitPython Installation Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-p... ⸻ Tools Required Small Phillips screwdriver Plastic spudger or pry tool Needle-nose pliers Tweezers (optional) Double-sided tape or epoxy Micro-USB data cable (charging-only cables will not work) ⸻ Important Notes CircuitPython 7.3.2 is required. Newer versions are not compatible with the current Miraculix firmware. Use a Micro-USB data cable. Charging-only cables cannot transfer firmware. Wait until all firmware files have finished copying before disconnecting the photometer. After installation, allow the photometer LED to warm up for 5–10 minutes before performing measurements. If this tutorial helped you repair your Miraculix Q-Test Photometer, please Like, Subscribe, and share the video with others. Your support helps us continue creating educational content for the harm reduction and analytical testing communities. #Miraculix #Photometer #QTest #PyBadge #CircuitPython #Adafruit #ElectronicsRepair #DIYRepair #Psilocybin #LSD #MDMA #HarmReduction