BlueMaxima

Basically, I have SOME idea what I'm doing, but not an entire idea of it. My TV is a HD TV but it has a coaxial port, I don't know how much of a difference it makes, someone let me know on the post if you don't mind. Basically, I'm looking for a NES that will work on my Australian TV, with all the cords (power and TV). I only need 1 controller but 2 would be nice. Zapper not required. Also looking for some assorted games I've enjoyed in emulators just to have a basic library. Cases/manuals not required, as long as cart is in working, somewhat presentable condition. No idea how many of these I would actually get: Bionic Commando Contra Castlevania Double Dragon Excitebike Gradius The Legend of Zelda / Zelda 2 Mega Man Metal Gear Metroid Micro Machines R.C. Pro Am Super Mario Bros. 1/2/3

http://www.atariage....atari-2600-pal/ I made that post but I've only gotten people from the United Kingdom. These things would take some time though, wouldn't they?

I can end up paying the amount for the console as delivery charges. Who would you suggest? Mind linking me to a few auctions? Maybe with local delivery prices if you can weave your way around the eBay region system?

I looked, only Wanted ads for my area.

Willing to spend up to say, $100AU for a playable package (Atari + leads, two joysticks (paddles are a good extra) and a few games). Would prefer a little lower so I can get a Harmony cartridge without stretching budget. Are you also getting only four pages down there? I can't believe these prices! This is the closest I could find. It has two joysticks with the rubber boots still on, power plug, RF cable, and some games. eBay Auction -- Item Number: 250896915546 I wouldn't buy it but I don't know what options you have in Australia. Have you tried other Australians in the market place? I made a post in the marketplace but I only seem to have gotten non-Australians.

Willing to spend up to say, $100AU for a playable package (Atari + leads, two joysticks (paddles are a good extra) and a few games). Would prefer a little lower so I can get a Harmony cartridge without stretching budget.

eBay Auction -- Item Number: 160654199513 Does this look like a good deal? EDIT: eBay Auction -- Item Number: 150664927975 Maybe that one too? Two Ataris and a joystick/paddle between the two of them?

I owned the PSP game Activision Hits Remixed, which convinced me to get Stella, which convinced me to get a real 2600. I'm fine on that front.

Pretty basic request, I know. Basically, looking for either a Darth Vader 4-switch or a Woody 6-switch model, one joystick and paddle (preferably two each but I won't complain with one) with RF and power lead. Wouldn't mind one or two games as well but I do plan to buy a Harmony cartridge, the game(s) would be a temporary stopgap. Would prefer Australian model if possible so I don't have to go buying a power lead converter thingy. Did I do this right?

I don't think I can afford a new TV on top of an Atari. I'll have a think about everything here. Most TVs sold in Australia will work with PAL or NTSC, your LCD should work if you get a NTSC console. However, if you put a PAL cart in a NTSC console the colours will be wrong, although the games are still playable. If you are going to be collecting games in Australia I would go with a PAL console first then get a NTSC console later if you want to. The Harmony Cart will work with both and you can have folders of PAL games and NTSC games on the cart. It'd cost more to get an NTSC 2600 shipped here and then I'd need a power plug converter thingy, wouldn't I?

I don't think I can afford a new TV on top of an Atari. I'll have a think about everything here.

Haha, what? Hmm, all the usual sources.

PAL. Yes, it can be a bit of work. But remember, you are trying to get 30+ year old equipment working on new technology. But to many of us, the hassle is worth it. Good point. It probably will be worth it when I get all this working.

I don't want to buy a Colecovision to play an Atari 2600. Seems so redundant.

The biggest difference is the position of the Player Difficulty switches. On the first 2 models, known as the Heavy 6 and the Light 6, the difficulty switches are on the front, along with the other switches. On the 4 switch models, the difficulty switches are moved to the back of the unit. Typically this isn't really a problem, except there are some games that use those switches during gameplay, so having the switches on the front is much easier. Here's a little reading about the different models: http://www.atariage....s/consoles.html Something else to consider is that there are Sears versions of the Atari consoles, that have silver switch bezels, and a different wood grain on the front. I personally like the Sears grain better than the Atari. As you're considering purchasing a console, very likely your console will need to be cleaned up. Please check out my thread on this subject. The console in that thread happens to be a Sears Light 6. I prefer the Atari grain over the Sears. Not a fan of the silver, I guess. I'm nowhere near remotely good at disassembling stuff, let alone cleaning it, without nearly destroying it. Wow, this is becoming a lot of equipment to get an Atari 2600 working. I'll keep that in mind as well.