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A stubborn old tv

Started by Rob64, August 27, 2009, 05:42:05 pm

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Rob64

It isn't being stubborn but I couldn't think of a better title. Here's my problem:

I have a 4 Switch atari 2600, and I want to connect to an old tv I just got for free that is a 1981 Philco color tv. My atari has the coaxial type plug in, but the tv doesn't have any plug except for its ac adaptor.

How do I connect the two? Is there an adaptor? I would also want to connect my NES 2 to that tv at the same time so how do I do that?

Please Help.
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Rob64

There are two screws each for both of them. I tried the possibility of using a tv/game switch but it only works on the 6 switch, not the 4.

Is there some kind of adaptor so I can use either of those screws with the coaxial plug for rf?
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Quote from: Rob64 on August 27, 2009, 07:08:43 pm
Is there some kind of adaptor so I can use either of those screws with the coaxial plug for rf?


Yes, there is. Usually called a 'balun':


Rob64

Wow, I should have remembered that thing, since you showed me before. Just need to know some stuff:

1) Where can I find one?
2) Whick one do I connect it to, VHF or UHF?
3) (I'm assuming yes but) will it work if I use a splitter and a cable with it to hook up multiple rf systems?
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1) Radio shack or equivalent.
2) VHF
3) Yes, just don't turn on two or more consoles at the same time.

Rob64

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