Atari 5200 Controller Start/Pause/Reset Buttons Replacement
Alan Abelson and 5 other contributors
Last updated on Sep 4, 2019
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓The START/PAUSE/RESET buttons of the Atari 5200 controller can become unresponsive due to dirty/overused connections. Opening the controller and reseating/cleaning the interfaces to these sensors can improve the button's responsiveness.
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Using a plastic or metal spudger, pry open the face of the button module.
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Take off the plate and the rubber buttons.
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Clean the exposed contacts.
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Reassemble by following the steps in reverse.
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Test the controller. If these step don't improve connectivity, take a look at the circuitry replacement guide.
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