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Atari THE 400 MINI

Atari THE 400 MINI
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USER MANUAL

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Atari THE 400 MINI Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerAtari
ModelTHE 400 MINI
CategoryGame Console
Release Year2024
Video OutputHDMI
Pre-installed Games25
ConnectivityUSB
Power SourceUSB
ControllerUSB joystick (replica of the original CX40 joystick)
Included Controller1 x CX40 Joystick (replica)

Summary

Precautions

Seizures

Information on symptoms triggered by flashes of light or patterns, and advice to consult a doctor if experiencing issues.

Eyestrain and Motion Sickness

Guidance on continuous play, symptoms like eye strain or motion sickness, and advice to take breaks.

Repetitive Motion Injuries

Advice to reduce the chance of injury due to repetitive motion, including taking breaks and stopping if sore.

Electric Shock

Precautions to avoid electric shock, such as keeping the device dry and not touching metal parts.

Ventilation

Tips to prevent overheating, ensuring proper airflow and keeping grilles clear of dust.

Handling and Use

Guidelines for safely connecting devices, handling cables, and general operational use.

Introduction

Setting Up THE400 Mini

Unpacking the Box

Check the contents of the packaging before connecting any cables.

Connecting THE400 Mini

Instructions on how to connect the console to a monitor/TV and power adapter.

Turning THE400 Mini On and Off

Steps to power on the device using the power button and turn it off.

First-Time Setup

Initial questions about essential settings like language and TV output needed to get the device running.

Language

Select the preferred language for game descriptions and menus.

Television Settings

Choose the video output requirement (50 or 60 Hz) for your television and perform a test.

The Game Carousel

Selecting a Game

How to scroll through the carousel and select a desired game.

Give a Game a Favourite Rating

Add a star rating to the current game.

Sorting the Carousel

Sort the game carousel by different criteria like title, author, or genre.

Getting Help for a Game

View control help and button functions for the current game.

Playing a Game

How to start a game from the carousel.

Gameplay Actions

Exiting and Suspending a Game

How to suspend a game and return to the Game carousel.

Resuming a Suspended Game

How to resume a game that was previously suspended.

Rewinding Gameplay

Interrupt gameplay to rewind up to 40 seconds.

Using the Virtual Keyboard

Access and use the on-screen keyboard for typing game inputs.

Saving and Loading Games

Saving and Loading Suspended Games

How to save or resume suspended games using save slots.

LockingUnlocking a Saved Game Slot

Prevent or allow games to be saved into specific slots.

Options Menu

Display Options

Control how a game's image is displayed on the TV, including aspect ratio and CRT effect.

Advanced Options

Access options for advanced users and rarely used functions.

System Options

Adjust system settings, including menu music volume.

System Information

View current firmware build and check for updates.

Shutdown Device

Safely shut down the THE400 Mini console.

Legal Notices

Displays legal notices relevant to the THE400 Mini.

Factory Reset

Reset all settings to default values and erase saved games.

Loading Own Programs

Loading Your Own Programs

Allows loading of user programs from a USB stick.

Browsing Programs on the USB Stick

Use a file browser to navigate and load program files from a USB stick.

Cartridge File Support

Automatic detection of cartridge types for extended capabilities.

Multi-disk Game Support

Select multiple disk files for multi-disk games.

Playlists

Create playlists for easier multi-disk game selection.

Saving or Loading a Suspended USB Stick Program

Load or save suspended user programs from a USB stick.

Adjusting the Settings of a Program

Modify joystick controls and image size before starting a program.

Game Settings

Atari Model

Select the Atari computer model to run the selected program.

Enable BASIC

Install a virtual BASIC cartridge for games requiring BASIC.

Adjust the Image Position and Size

Change gameplay image size and position to remove black borders.

Controller Configuration

Configure the Control Ports

Specify controller type expected by the program for all ports.

Mapping the Controls

View and edit control mapping for THECXSTICK buttons and directions.

Configuring Games That Use Joysticks

Assign joystick and keyboard actions to THECXSTICK buttons.

Assigning Joystick Actions

Assign specific joystick actions to THECXSTICK buttons.

Assigning Keyboard Actions

Assign keyboard keys to THECXSTICK buttons.

Configuring Games That Use Paddles

Select 'Paddle' control type for games using Atari Paddles.

Analogue Speed

Set how quickly the emulated paddle rotates.

Assigning Paddle Actions

Assign specific paddle actions to THECXSTICK buttons.

5200 Game Configuration

Configuring 5200 Games

Set control type to '5200 stick' for Atari 5200 games.

Analogue Speed

Set emulation speed for the 5200 stick.

Joystick Sensitivity

Adjust sensitivity response curves for 5200 stick.

Auto-centre Speed

Set how quickly the 5200 stick returns to center.

Assigning 5200 Controller Actions

Assign 5200 controller actions to THECXSTICK buttons.

THECXSTICK Features

Switching to Left Handed Mode

Change THECXSTICK orientation for left-handed use.

Advanced Features

Accessing the BASIC Programming Language

Write and save programs in BASIC using a USB stick.

Updating the Firmware

Check for and apply new firmware versions to the THE400 Mini.

Peripheral Compatibility

Using Your Own Peripherals

Compatibility with third-party controllers and joysticks.

Using a USB Keyboard

How to use a USB keyboard with the THE400 Mini.

Troubleshooting

Power Indicator Does Not Light

Steps to resolve issues with the power indicator not illuminating.

Blank Screen Seen on the TV

Troubleshoot issues when the TV screen shows no picture.

No Sound Heard from My DVI Monitor

Explanation of why sound may not be heard from DVI monitors.

THECXSTICK is Not Responding

Resolve issues where the THECXSTICK controller stops responding.

Video Output Mode Not Supported

How to fix issues with unsupported video output modes via factory reset.

TV Picture Lag

Tips to reduce lag between game action and TV display.

USB Stick Not Recognised

Ensure USB sticks are formatted correctly (FAT32 MBR).

THE400 Mini Gets Warm

Explanation that device warmth is normal and requires ventilation.

Program Not Working

Advice for issues with third-party programs.

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