Just found unopened atari 2600

[Jerseywiseguy]

I just found an old Atari 2600, I need to know what I need to be able to play it on my tv. It came with all the wiring need, the adapter, joysticks etc. Do I stillneed that converter that we used to use to switch it from tv to the video game, pleae help.Please be specific.

[AtariKing]

You can get a TV-Game switch at Radio Shack. maybe that's all you need. Happy Classic Gaming!

[tillenterprises]

Better yet, use one of these for a much better picture and sound quality:

http://www.atariage.com/store/product_info...&products_id=42

[Voch]

Better yet, use one of these for a much better picture and sound quality:http://www.atariage.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=31&products_id=42

 

Agreed. These make the video "leak" much less. You may be able to snag 'em from Radio Shack, too.

 

Voch

[Adrian M]

"Unopened Atari 2600"?

 

So you found a VCS new/sealed in the box?

Please clarify!

[bjk7382]

Better yet, use one of these for a much better picture and sound quality:http://www.atariage.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=31&products_id=42

 

Agreed. These make the video "leak" much less. You may be able to snag 'em from Radio Shack, too.

 

Voch

 

You can find these things on www.froogle.com for about 50 cents a piece. I used to buy them bulk and sell them on ebay but I got sick of dealing with these small things. I used to get 4.50 on ebay and gave the buyer free shipping. It won't make you much money that is why I quit.

[Adrian M]

You can indeed find these items at Radio Shack as others have mentioned, but be sure you know EXACTLY (part # or a clear description) what you're looking for since they have a plethora of other near-identical connectors that won't work.

[bjk7382]

They are called "F Male to RCA Female" go type that into froogle and you will fine the silver and gold ones. Only a few cheap prices right now.

[CPUWIZ]

Errm, a unopened 2600 system has all parts to hook it up.

[D.Yancey]

Maybe it's the console itself that was unopened and not the box??

 

Once you get it running, I know you will enjoy it!

[spongebue]

Errm, a unopened 2600 system has all parts to hook it up.    

 

I think he didn't want to use the switchbox, especially if he has an entertainment center, because then it is a pain in the butt to switch

[Jerseywiseguy]

well I found it opened but still in the box(meaning the original box it was carried in) It has the adapter and everything, my thing is can I just get the

"f male to RCA female" and then hook it up directly to the t.v or do I need that video to tv converter? Thats my question, I already ordered a couple of games but I just want to be able to play them as soon as I get them, so I want to make sure I have the right connections.thanks for the replies everyone.

[hanglyman]

Yep, thats all you need, you can ditch the cruddy old switchbox (interference generator)

The "f male to RCA female" adapter replaces it

[D.Yancey]

@hanglyman: Possible answer to the quote in your signature-- They needed to keep themselves warm while flying, communicate on the radio/intercomm, use oxygen mask and sun visor. The pilots helmets/head gear functioned for much more than safety.

[Jerseywiseguy]

thanks.

[tantone56]

we should all know from ebay that "unopened" is a term used loosely