Wyluli Wolf

I do not have a standalone Basic cartridge handy. I do have the Uno cart for the xegs which was my main motivation for getting this going since you sadly need the keyboard to use the cart. As a side note I have several game carts which all work fine. I programmed and socketed in the 27C256 EPROM using the code provided. She fires up ok but with the same results. In BASIC the keyboard keys still make the noise when keys are pressed. In the keyboard test mode there is no response at all except when the "HELP" button is pressed to exit the test screen. Found THIS for the MMU code but I'm not sure what the difference is between the two. One, apparently, is incorrect.

The BASIC blue screen does show "READY". Have you tested that 32kb ROM file by chance to make sure it works? I guess I'll go ahead and de-solder the two chips and solder in IC sockets. I'll program a 32kb rom chip and see if that makes any difference. Please do let me know if you find anything on the MMU. I'll report back with the results. Thanks again.

Does the system run the built-in Missile Command OK with no keyboard attached, and no cartridge inserted? Yes, it boots into Missile Command with no keyboard attached. With the keyboard attached, no cartridge inserted, and 'SELECT' key pressed during powerup, do you get Missile Command? Yes, if I have "select" pressed during powerup it boots to Missile Command. With the keyboard attached, no cartridge inserted, and powered up with no function keys, it should bring up BASIC. You say it makes a "boop" noise -- will it do this at the press of any key on the keyboard, suggesting the keys are OK? With keyboard attached and no function keys it powers directly into the blue basic screen. While in basic every key makes a sound when pressed except SHIFT, CONTROL, BREAK AND A. A programmed 27C256 EPROM is a pin compatible replacement for the original ROM chip. I have some 27C256 eproms. If you have the code and it's simple to burn, I can probably do this myself. Can you send the code to me? (I noticed you are in Canada so shipping will probably be high to the states..) The MMU can also be replaced with an appropriately programmed GAL. I have some GAL20V8B chips on hand. If this is the appropriate chip, I can also burn the code if it is straight forward. Do you have the code? Thank You!

Since my original post is going on a year old (already? damn!) figured I would start a new one. I'm making one last ditch effort to fix my Atari XE game system (which was sold to me as fully working!). The system (after cleaning, etc.) does work (it definitely wasn't tested as most of the games would not fire up until I thoroughly cleaned everything). Original game cartridges fire up and joysticks work fine. When I fire up the system with just the keyboard plugged in, it boots to the basic blue screen. When I press buttons on the keyboard it makes a "boop" noise but no characters appear on the screen. If I fire the system up into diagnostic mode it passes all the tests fine. If I go into the keyboard test mode, none of the keys respond except the "Help" button which takes me out of the keyboard test mode. I have replaced the Mylar with a new one. I replaced both 4051 chips on the keyboard sub PCB. I replaced the Pokey chip within the system. I tested continuity from one end of the keyboard cable to the other end (seems fine). None of the above has made any difference or shown any clues as to the issue. Does anyone have any other idea's to offer? If it is not the pokey chip can I at least be certain the issue is something within the keyboard itself? Thanks.

Yep, still looking for everything. If you wanna post or send some pics and prices that would be great.

I'm on the hunt for these games either complete in box or would consider box+manual without the cartridge. If you have any for sale feel free to send pictures and prices please. Haunted House Night Driver Raiders of the lost Ark (would consider box only) Kool-Aid Man (would consider box only) Tron Deadly Discs (would consider box only) Adventures of Tron (would consider box only) Firefighter Popeye Spider-man (would consider box only) ACTIVISION Plaque Attack Megamania Kung Fu Master Frostbite Dragster Dolphin Crackpots Checkers Bridge I'm also hunting for a driving controller like the one pictured for Indy 500. Working condition please. I am located in the USA. Thanks!

I've done some other troubleshooting though I could not say for sure about the cable. You can read all about it HERE Any input is welcome.

Has anyone tried contacting lucifershalo Looks like he bought a set. If he still has them perhaps he would be willing to share? A few others commented on the original post. Not sure if any of them purchased the DVD's but someone could contact them to ask.

I have an Atari XE Game System but the keyboard is not working. I've replaced the mylar with a new one but still no luck. Does anyone have a working Pokey Chip for sale as I'd like to try that next? -Wolf

Prefer one in working condition. Boxed or "naked" is ok. I'm located in the USA. If you have one for sale, post some pics and price (or message that info) with shipping please! Thanks -Wolf

Gremlins SOLD!

Wow, does this bring back memories. I went to work for Gateway 2000 right out of high school at the South Dakota location. My first job was working on the assembly line, in a giant warehouse, building computers. My hours were from 4pm until 2am and most Saturdays as they were always running behind. I sure don't miss those freezing cold winters, especially at 2am when you had to shovel out your car, pray it started (no cell phones folks) and drive home on the interstate back to Iowa. Ted Waitt would show up on occasion, his hair always pulled back in a pony tail and bald as a cue ball on top. I somehow managed to keep one of my later badges (pic below). The museum in Sioux City, Iowa has a display for Gateway 2000. There were a LOT of folks that worked there from Sioux City, myself included. Attached are a couple photo's I took at the museum back in 2016. My Badge:

Private Eye SOLD!

Text and picture cart lots are pending.... Gremlins and Private Eye are still available.

Various lots of Atari 2600 games for sale. See photo's below: Paypal accepted. Prices do not include shipping unless stated. Send your zip code for a shipping cost. Text Label Lot ($15) Picture Label Lot with Wico Joystick ($65) - Joystick is tested and works fine.

Purchased! Thanks to everyone that responded.

I need a backup system and I'm looking for something cheaper. All I need is the console and the power adapter. I do not need any controllers/games/etc. Any model will do including the Atari Jr. If you have anything, shoot me a message. I'm on the east coast so shipping will be cheaper on this side of the USA. Thanks.

It sounds like it could be the TIA chip to me. It's a pretty common thing to go out in these older systems. If the chip is in a dip socket it's as easy as pulling the old one out and dropping a known good chip in it's place (no soldering even).

Have you tried multiple, known good, games in the unit? Can you perhaps post some pictures of the issue? Are you using an NTSC Atari system on a PAL television set?

It's odd you would come across that many that do not work. Maybe the seller knew it... If you have thoroughly cleaned and they still do not work you may be out of luck. Don't toss them out though. There are folks here that will buy them for the shells (if they are in good shape) to use for homebrews.

Photo from the TV.

So the spouse and I LOVE to play combat. Especially rebounding shots on tanks and duel jets. We got into a tussle about the color of the vehicles. So we need your expertise. Lets be specific to keep if fair. In level 20 with fat plane and 3 jets...one of us says the jets are green and the fat plane is PINK. The other says the fat plane is ORANGE. Other levels have green versus pink/orange depending on which you agree with So what do you say kids? What are those colors?