Atari 2600 Field Service Manual

2600A MODEL MODIFICATIONS
Each 2600A (Revs 1-1 3) model must have static strips placed on the front
panel switches (See Figure 3-51.
a Check each connector and plug for a tiqht, secure fit. Intermittent
failures frequently result from a loose connector or plug.
a Check that all cornponenets are properly soldered, and check for broken or
shorted
trace lines.
e
If a unit exhibits RF interference that does not clean up using normal
adjustment methods, or if a series of lines and bright qr id distortions on the
screen
are accompanied by a loud hum even when properly adjusted, a
defective or leaking capacitor may be at fault. Replace C24l (.I
microfarad) and/or C242
(-1 microfarad) located respectively between the
power jack and voltage requlator.
ing .
Figure 3-5. 2600A (Revs. 1-13] Static Slodifications
3-6 2600/2600A Domestic VCS

Atari 2600 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Atari, Inc.
Release Date	September 11, 1977
CPU	MOS Technology 6507
CPU Speed	1.19 MHz
RAM	128 bytes
Graphics	Television Interface Adaptor (TIA)
Media	ROM cartridge
Successor	Atari 5200
Colors	128
Sound	2 channels
ROM	4 KB
Controller Input	Joystick