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The hackfile you just download and install in the appropriate directory (I forget off hand where that is on RetroPie - should be in the RetroPie's help wiki) -

http://intellivision.us/intvgames/interface/hackfile.cfg

There is info on the hackfile here, scroll down to the "How to configure Intellivision's jzIntv" section -

http://intellivision.us/interface.php

Look at the order of the wire colors -

Original green connector with correct ordering of wires (top to bottom - brown, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, black, grey, clear/sliver).  If your wire order backwards, then you need to reverse the connector with may require removing the dongle shield.

Thank you! The dongle shields needed to he removed in this case. They now seem right side up.

Just to be clear, I just need to paste that exact hackfile into a new text document and then drop it in my jzintv rom folder and keypads should work properly? And I should be able to use the double key combos mentioned to pause, exit from the emulator?

It's a bit confusing to a novice and I just want to be sure not to mess up my whole system configuration. Your input and support has been greatly appreciated.

Sorry. I think I have it sorted out now. Will let you know if any further questions. Thank you!