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|Title =Atari 2600 wireless joysticks receiver | |Title =Atari 2600 CX42 wireless joysticks receiver | ||
|Picture = | |Picture = | ||
|Release Year =1983 | |Release Year =1983 | ||
|Mounting Technology =all through-hole, socketed outputs (to Atari 2600) | |Mounting Technology =all through-hole, plus socketed outputs (to Atari 2600) | ||
|Capacitor Types =electrolytics, ceramic | |Capacitor Types =electrolytics, ceramic | ||
|Batteries = receiver uses no batteries, wireless joystick controllers use standard 9V batteries (1ea.) | |||
|Batteries = receiver uses no batteries, controllers use standard 9V batteries (1ea.) | |||
|Destructive Entry = No | |Destructive Entry = No | ||
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===Symptom or Problem Encountered=== | ===Symptom or Problem Encountered=== | ||
====Causes==== | ====Causes==== | ||
*natural | *natural wear or aging, hi/lo temp. cycles, decades of humidity changes, attic/basement/outdoors natural and artificial factors | ||
====Solutions==== | ====Solutions==== | ||
*replace for chemistry, preventative, or damages | *replace for chemistry, preventative, or damages | ||
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=== Basic PCB Name === | === Basic PCB Name === | ||
{| class="wikitable | {| class="wikitable mw-collapsible" | ||
!RefDes | !RefDes | ||
!Qty | !Qty | ||
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== Related Links == | == Related Links == | ||
https://modelrail.otenko.com/retro/repairing-atari-2600-original-wireless-controllers describes replacing receiver's green-caps, includes suggestion of utilizing goot solder wick and jaycar | |||
https://mcurrent.name/atari-8-bit/faq.txt ctrl-F for CX42, details presented as/in text | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
Revision as of 01:03, 18 May 2024
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Atari 2600 CX42 wireless joysticks receiver
| Preliminary Information | |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 1983 |
| Batteries | receiver uses no batteries, wireless joystick controllers use standard 9V batteries (1ea.) |
| Mounting Technology | all through-hole, plus socketed outputs (to Atari 2600) |
| Capacitor Types | electrolytics, ceramic |
| Destructive Entry | No |
Known Issues
Symptom or Problem Encountered
Causes
- natural wear or aging, hi/lo temp. cycles, decades of humidity changes, attic/basement/outdoors natural and artificial factors
Solutions
- replace for chemistry, preventative, or damages
Disassembly Notes
screws
Original Parts
Basic PCB Name
| RefDes | Qty | Capacitance | Voltage | Mount | Diameter/Size | Height | Lead Spacing | Temp | Type | Brand | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 µF | 0 °C |
Replacement Parts
Basic PCB Name
| RefDes | Qty | Compatible Part Number | Order Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digikey |
If parts are not available or different selection is preferred, you can use the values in the Original Parts section to perform a parametric search.
Related Links
https://modelrail.otenko.com/retro/repairing-atari-2600-original-wireless-controllers describes replacing receiver's green-caps, includes suggestion of utilizing goot solder wick and jaycar
https://mcurrent.name/atari-8-bit/faq.txt ctrl-F for CX42, details presented as/in text