
INTRODUCTION
The Atari Advanced Video Entertainment System (Model 5200) Field Service Manual is a
reference guide for you, the service technician.
This Field Service Manual is organized in twelve sections:
•THEORY OF OPERATION -Overview of how the Model 5200 works and what
its basic assemblies look like.
•SILKSCREENS AND SCHEMATICS -Electrical drawings and layouts of all of
the Model 5200 printed circuit boards.
•4-PORT 5200 TESTING -Review of Diagnostic Tests available for diagnosing
4-Port Model 5200 problems.
•2-PORT 5200 TESTING -Review of Diagnostic Tests available for diagnosing
2-Port Model 5200 problems.
•4-PORT 5200 DIAGNOSTIC FLOWCHART -Aids for troubleshooting the 4-
Port Model 5200.
•2-PORT 5200 DIAGNOSTIC FLOWCHART -Aids for troubleshooting the 2-
Port Model 5200.
•4-PORT 5200 SYMPTOM CHECKLIST -Failure information to assist the
experienced technician arrive at arapid diagnosis of 4-Port Model 5200
problems.
•2-PORT 5200 SYMPTOM CHECKLIST -Failure information to assist the
experienced technician arrive at arapid diagnosis of 2-Port Model 5200
problems.
•GAME CONTROLLERS -Overview of hand controller construction with
electrical schematics and recommended test and repair procedures.
•TRAKBALL CONTROLLER -Overview of trakbail construction with
electrical schematics and recommended test and repair procedures.
•PARTS LIST -Detailed breakdown of all parts used in the 4-Port and 2-Port
models.
•SERVICE BULLETINS -Section to be used to hold Field Change Orders,
Upgrade Bulletins and Tech Tips.
This manual is designed for use by both the experienced and inexperienced service
technician. The Diagnostic Flowcharts (Sections 4and 4A) provide detailed procedures
for technicians not completely familiar with the 5200 models. The Symptom Checklists
(Sections 5and 5A) provide arapid reference for the more experienced technician.
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