[atariparty] ATARI Party

[Bill Kendrick]

On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 09:37:49AM -0700, Bruce Newland wrote:
>    >     I would love to have you look at my SIO2PC and maybe also my 2600.
>    :)
> 
>    Is the SIO2PC through USB, arduino, serial? Can you bring a schemetic
>    also? I will count on bringing my Hakko FX-951 and some extra components
>    and gear. I think I have a few extra DB9 as well. Bring whatever you need
>    looked over. I'd be happy to lend a second set of eyes. I have a tube of
>    empty sockets too. As a guideline rule, I dont like to solder on chips
>    themselves. I prefer to use sockets. Unless it is already done, then maybe
>    just a little reflow ;).

Oops!  I meant SIO2SD.  The connector that the SIO cable goes into
(on the SIO2SD device end of the cable) has one loose wire.
I convinced it to work again, but it really needs soldering.
(Really, I need a damned case for the thing. :^/ )

The 2600 has, in the past, had some issues with joystick directions not
working, which confuses the heck out of people at these events. :)

I don't know a lick about hardware, or repairing any of this stuff,
so would love help.  (Of course, worst case, players can jiggle the
joystick plug and it usually works fine :) )

-bill!