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[Bucket]

I currently have two models, one in pieces, that I attempted to connect to my LCD TV using a simple $4 RF adapter from Radio Shack. I get no indication from either machine that it's working - no sound, no change in video, no black screen, no "blip" in the signal that would indicate a poor connection. I have no idea if the problem is with the unit, the games, the power supply, or the adapter.

How would I diagnose this problem? Is there a repair guide available?

[AtariLeaf]

Bucket, on Mon May 16, 2011 1:22 PM, said:

I currently have two models, one in pieces, that I attempted to connect to my LCD TV using a simple $4 RF adapter from Radio Shack. I get no indication from either machine that it's working - no sound, no change in video, no black screen, no "blip" in the signal that would indicate a poor connection. I have no idea if the problem is with the unit, the games, the power supply, or the adapter.

How would I diagnose this problem? Is there a repair guide available?

When you say "in pieces" does that mean you took it apart or it got dropped from, say, a loft? If its the latter, I think I could diagnose if for you

[Bucket]

Sorry, not that simple. I'd dissected it to attempt a composite video mod, only to discover it was the wrong model.

[zylon]

First, I'd determine if you have power. Next I'd see if the system has power at the voltage regulator. If yes, then I'd check for power at the RF modulator.

[raskar42]

check it on an old tv or with a vcr and see if you have the same problem.