Atari 2600 CX-42 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, has output cables |
| Capacitor Types | few electrolytics, few ceramics, many poly film |
| 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, case/shell is 2 halves (a top, a bottom) plus a front plate with cosmetic model info & a back plate with telescoping antenna mount
Original Parts
Basic PCB Name (DSGR-303B) partial list of old parts, rest TBD
| RefDes | Qty | Capacitance | Voltage | Mount | Diameter/Size | Height | Lead Spacing | Temp | Type | Brand | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 18 nF (183K pF) | 100V | 0 °C | ||||||||
| 10 | 223 pF | 100V |
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
↑Archive-name: atari-8-bit/faq Last-modified: January 29, 2024
References
same old same old, rebranded, #OEM, etc. Made in Korea by Cynex for Atari
'Game Mate 2'
•receiver requires 9V DC as supplied by the Atari power [pass-thru power] via power adapter or equivalent. The receiver handles/supplies 9V DC for the 2600. each RF/wireless joystick controller requires a similar 9V DC, in battery form.