Atari 2600

When removing the ATARI Game Program cartridge, pull
it straight out of the console, Check to see that the
POWER switch is OFF.
TO START PLAY
a If your ATARI 2600 Video Computer System is attached
to a color television, slide the TV TYPE switch to the
COLOR position. This will allow you to play the games
in vivid color,
If your television is black and white, slide the TV TYPE
switch to B-W. The ATARI 2600 Video Computer System
will automatically adjust the contrast of your television
so you can get full enjoyment of the games on your
black and white television
@ Slide the POWER switch to ON, A game playfield will
appear on your television screen,
Important; If no playfield appears, which can happen if you
have inserted the ATARI Game Program cartridge while the
console unit is turned ON, slide the POWER switch to OFF
and then back to ON
= Adjust the volume control of your television set to a
comfortable level. The action game sounds will be
coming from your television speaker.
= Generally the GAME SELECT switch is used to select
the game or game variation of the ATARI game you
wish to play.