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Atari 5200 Controller Start/Pause/Reset Buttons Replacement

Introduction

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.

What you need

  1. Atari 5200 Controller Start/Pause/Reset Buttons Replacement, Opening up the module: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Using a plastic or metal spudger, pry open the face of the button module.

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  3. Atari 5200 Controller Start/Pause/Reset Buttons Replacement, Removing the parts.: step 2, image 1 of 3 Atari 5200 Controller Start/Pause/Reset Buttons Replacement, Removing the parts.: step 2, image 2 of 3 Atari 5200 Controller Start/Pause/Reset Buttons Replacement, Removing the parts.: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Take off the plate and the rubber buttons.

    • Clean the exposed contacts.

    • Reassemble by following the steps in reverse.

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Conclusion

Test the controller. If these step don't improve connectivity, take a look at the circuitry replacement guide.

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Alan Abelson

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