Jerseywiseguy Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariKing Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 You can get a TV-Game switch at Radio Shack. maybe that's all you need. Happy Classic Gaming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tillenterprises Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 Better yet, use one of these for a much better picture and sound quality: http://www.atariage.com/store/product_info...&products_id=42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voch Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian M Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 "Unopened Atari 2600"? So you found a VCS new/sealed in the box? Please clarify! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjk7382 Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian M Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjk7382 Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPUWIZ Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 Errm, a unopened 2600 system has all parts to hook it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Yancey Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 Maybe it's the console itself that was unopened and not the box?? Once you get it running, I know you will enjoy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebue Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseywiseguy Posted January 13, 2004 Author Share Posted January 13, 2004 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanglyman Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 Yep, thats all you need, you can ditch the cruddy old switchbox (interference generator) The "f male to RCA female" adapter replaces it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Yancey Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 @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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseywiseguy Posted January 14, 2004 Author Share Posted January 14, 2004 thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tantone56 Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 we should all know from ebay that "unopened" is a term used loosely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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