Cannot press "up" on 2600 joystick

[F4LL3N]

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

[Flojomojo]

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/

[F4LL3N]

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?

[Flojomojo]

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)

[jaybird3rd]

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.

[masschamber]

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

[F4LL3N]

Thanks for all the help peeps. I'll open it up and take a look and see what I feel comfortable with.

[F4LL3N]

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.

[Flojomojo]

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

[+Spriggy]

"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

[Jeremy Popp]

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

[F4LL3N]

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!

[F4LL3N]

 

 

 

 

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?

[Jeremy Popp]

   

 

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?

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