F4LL3N Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 (edited) Good evening all, I hope you are well well, its been a little while since I have posted. A friend of mine works at a school where they were getting rid of a 2600 so I bought it from them. I got it home, tuned it on and all works fine. Except that I can not go "up" on the joystick. Tried another joystick and alas same problem. I took a look at the ports and have noticed that a pin has either snapped off or is missing. Has anyone had any luck trying to replace / repair something like this in the past? I have uploaded a picture. Many thanks for your help. Edited August 13, 2018 by F4LL3N Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flojomojo Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 I can't see your photo, but I would think it would be pretty easy to transplant another 9-pin connector from a working device if you have some soldering skills. See http://atariage.com/forums/topic/163419-joystick-port-pin-broken/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4LL3N Posted August 13, 2018 Author Share Posted August 13, 2018 I can't see your photo, but I would think it would be pretty easy to transplant another 9-pin connector from a working device if you have some soldering skills. See http://atariage.com/forums/topic/163419-joystick-port-pin-broken/ I am happy to give soldering a go, but I wouldn't want to ruin a perfectly good device to get this one up and running. If I can somehow replace the pin that would be great, or somehow purchase the connector? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flojomojo Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 It's a standard part. https://www.alliedelec.com/l-com-connectivity-sd9p/70126496/?mkwid=sO60Qefrq&pcrid=30980760979&pkw=&pmt=&gclid=CjwKCAjw2MTbBRASEiwAdYIpseQe0hn-h3ZSAusQhAg8tYmCKWuRzMX9eKVe83UtsztS0KKe2CJNTxoC9D0QAvD_BwE I'll bet someone around here could fix it for you or lend the part you need if you make a post with a more descriptive title, like "need help replacing 2600 controller port." Or you could just swap them around and make it a one-player-only system Or play the handful of games that only use the right joystick (Basketball, Towering Inferno) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybird3rd Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 There are lots of replacement DB9 connectors, so it shouldn't be necessary to cannibalize another console for one. Here, for example, is a set of four new connectors from B&C ComputerVisions:eBay Auction -- Item Number: 131406521512 EDIT: It's a standard part.https://www.alliedelec.com/l-com-connectivity-sd9p/70126496/?mkwid=sO60Qefrq&pcrid=30980760979&pkw=&pmt=&gclid=CjwKCAjw2MTbBRASEiwAdYIpseQe0hn-h3ZSAusQhAg8tYmCKWuRzMX9eKVe83UtsztS0KKe2CJNTxoC9D0QAvD_BwE That's a more common variety of DB9 connector, but it won't work as a direct replacement for the original, which has a molded plastic shell and right-angled through-hole pins. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masschamber Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 I can definitely do the repair, but if you don't mind soldering just do it your self it super low risk. the worst things is if you damage a trace you'll have to run a wire to its next stop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4LL3N Posted August 13, 2018 Author Share Posted August 13, 2018 Thanks for all the help peeps. I'll open it up and take a look and see what I feel comfortable with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4LL3N Posted August 13, 2018 Author Share Posted August 13, 2018 Just to add - I looked at the eBay listing but it'll cost me $40 + tax to get it to the UK. There are no UK equivalents unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flojomojo Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 Just to add - I looked at the eBay listing but it'll cost me $40 + tax to get it to the UK. There are no UK equivalents unfortunately. https://www.amazon.co.uk/9-pin-D-Sub-Chassis-Connector-Solder/dp/B00FX0DRF2/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1534191381&sr=1-8&keywords=9pin+connector Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Spriggy Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 (edited) "Atari 2600 / 2600A / 2600JR, most Atari products DB-9 Male right angle connector. FK100307 / CO19062 $1.50 each" http://www.best-electronics-ca.com/2600_Tech_Tips.htm#based Exact PCB mount Atari replacement. Send them an email for shipping quote. Buy extras. Not hard to replace. Edited August 13, 2018 by spriggamortis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Popp Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 (edited) Just to add - I looked at the eBay listing but it'll cost me $40 + tax to get it to the UK. There are no UK equivalents unfortunately. ata-joystick_port-co19062.jpg This is exactly what you need. I have some spares, however it's still shipping from the the United States so it might not be cheap. I can send you one for $1 + shipping. If interested, PM me your address and i'll get you a quote. It's a tedious repair, but some solder braid and some patience should net good results. Edited August 14, 2018 by Jeremy Popp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4LL3N Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 Thank you. I will have a look and let you know if I feel comfortable enough to do the repair. Haven't touched a soldering iron for some time so may be a little rusty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4LL3N Posted August 31, 2018 Author Share Posted August 31, 2018 This is exactly what you need. I have some spares, however it's still shipping from the the United States so it might not be cheap. I can send you one for $1 + shipping. If interested, PM me your address and i'll get you a quote. It's a tedious repair, but some solder braid and some patience should net good results. I was contacting the shop mentioned higher in this thread but they have stopped responding. My grandparents are heading to the US in September. Would you be able to post a couple of spares to Pennsylvania? I would imagine that would be a lot cheaper than posting to the UK! Really appreciate it if you have a few left? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Popp Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 I was contacting the shop mentioned higher in this thread but they have stopped responding. My grandparents are heading to the US in September. Would you be able to post a couple of spares to Pennsylvania? I would imagine that would be a lot cheaper than posting to the UK! Really appreciate it if you have a few left? PM Sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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