Atari XE System User Manual [nl]
SYSTEM
Owner's Manual
IMPORTANT
The
ATARI
Installed and used according to the instructions in
cause Interference with your
If you experience Interference while using the equipment, switch it
ence stops, the equipment Is probably at fault. With the equipment switched on, try
to correct the problem using the
• Adjust the position
• Reposition the equipment
• Move the equipment away from the radio or TV.
• Plug the equipment Into a different electrical outlet so the equipment and radio
or TV are connected to separate branch circuits.
Consult your Atari dealer or
suggestions.
A helpful resource is
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission and available from the
Government Printing Office, Washington,
WARNING: This equipment Is certified
device, pursuant
provide reasonable protection from Interference when the equipment Is used
dentlal setting. However, there Is no guarantee that Interference will not
ular home or residence. Only those computing devices that are certified
the
Class 8
with
this equipment Is likely
Shielded cables
all 1/0 connectors; otherwise, radio emissions may exceed Class 8 limits.
on
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy
In
this
updating Its computer hardware and software,
of
printed material after the date
errors, or omissions. Reproduction of
without the written consent
ATARI,
or registered trademarks
INFORMATION
XE
game system uses and produces radio frequency energy.
rad
io and TV reception.
this
manual, the equipment may
following measures:
of
the radio
How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems,
to
Subpart J of Part
limits
may
be
attached
(except
the
manual. However, because Atari Corporation is constantly improving
ATARI
BAsiC, Missile Command , Trak-Bail,
or
TV antenna.
In
relation to the radio
an
experienced radio-TV technician for additional
DC
to
comply with the limits
15
of
the
to
this equipment. Operation
to
result
In
Atarl joystick,
of
of
Atari Corporation.
Interference with radio and TV reception.
light
of
publication and disclaims liability for changes,
all or any portion of this manual is not allowed
Atari Corporation.
or
TV.
20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
FCC
rules. These rules are designed
gun, and keyboard cables) must
of
it
is unable to guarantee the accuracy
XE,
lor
of
the product documentation
XG-1,
and XL are trademarks
If
off. If
a Class 8 computing
occur
In
to
comply with
noncertlfled devices
not
interfer-
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In
a resl·
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be
used
and
to
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Copyright ©
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
All
rights reserved.
1987,
Atari Corporation
SYSTEM
Owner's Manual
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the
Using This
CHAPTER
Setting
Connecting the
Setting
Turning Your System
Function
Start
Select ....
Option
Reset
Plugging
Setting
Running
from the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Game Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light Gun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Expanding the
Adding a Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding a Program Recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Manual ...
1:
GETIING
Up
Your
Up
the
Keys
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In
a Cartridge . . .
Up
the
XE
BASIC and Missile Command
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ATARI
XE
STARTED
XE
System
TV Switch Box
XE
Console
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Keyboard . . . .
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System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Game System! . .
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CHAPTER
System Diagnostics
In
Caring forYourXEGameSystem .
2:
HELPFUL
Memory Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio-Visual Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
All Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Case of Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Picture Doesn't Look Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
No Color
No Game Sound ......
It Just
on
Won
INFORMATION
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Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Power Connection in the United Kingdom .......... 20
Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connector Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INDEX
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INTRODUCTION
D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D
Welcome to the
The
ATARI
XE
game system
player.
handles the most exciting and complicated games with a variety
of great acti
you
keyboard.
can share the
The
its own built-in game.
programming language
memory. With the
access
Once
your system with a number of peripherals.
drive
the documents
or modem to your system lets
advantage of outside databases,
puters. And
cassette games available to
The
hardware from both the
Its expansive memory capability (64 kilobytes) easily
on
features.
want- with a joystick,
The
XE
fun
XE
game system starts
BASIC
you
you'll
ATARI
and begin writing your own computer programs.
become familiar with your XE,
be
able to store the programs
you
don
't forget the large library of cartridge, disk, and
XE
game system
ATARI
And
Trak-Ball
comes with two game controller ports
with a friend (or opponent).
As
a bonus, the system also contains the
ATARI
XE
keyboard connected to your system,
create with other programs . Adding a printer
ATARI
XE
Game System!
is
made for you , the serious game
you can control the game any way
~
light
gun,
mouse, or from the
so
you
out with Missile Command™,
BASIC™ in
you
bulletin boards, and other com-
you
once
is
compatible with most software and
XE
and
ROM
, its
perman~nt
you
you'll
want to expand
By
attaching a disk
you
write with
publish your work and take
you
have the add-ons.
ATARI
XL™
BASIC,
computer lines.
you
can
Using This Manual
Operating your
results if you connect and operate it correctly from the start.
This manual explains how to do that
language.
XE
game system is easy, and you'll get the best
in
clear, nontechnical
or
Chapter
and begin using it. Later sections of the chapter tell you how to
expand your system by adding peripheral devices.
Chapter
system
problems.
should refer to the additional set-up instructions
when connecting their systems.
1:
Getting Started explains how to set up your system
2:
Helpful Information tells you how to maintain your
in
top operating condition, and what to do
XE
game system owners
in
the United Kingdom
in
case of
in
this chapter
1
Index
helps
the manual.
you
locate terms and procedures explained
in
Paragraphs
manual. Notes contain useful hints and other information
relevant to the topic being discussed. Warnings alert
potential problems and suggest ways to avoid them.
marked
Note
or
Warning
appear throughout the
you
to
2
CHAPTER
1
GETTING
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Sett i
ng
Up
Your
Your
ATARI
XE
game system should
space that's both
When setting up your system , choose a
sturdy,
be
video
the system where it
temperatures, direct
that works
game system just fine.
Take
sole holds the [Power] key, four functi
port, and
level surface close to
plenty of room for airflow around the
display (either a color
well for a
a moment to look at your
an
air vent.
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healthy for the system and enjoyable for you .
will
be
sunlight, or high humidity.
TV
or stereo system should suit your
STARTED
System
be
set up
an
electrical outlet. There should
TV
or color monitor). Don't set up
exposed to dust, grease, extreme
XE
console. The top of the con-
on
in
a roomy work-
location that has a
XE
console and your
An
environment
keys, the cartrid
ge
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[Powe r) Key
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The right side of the console holds the game controller ports;
left side contains the keyboard port.
the
Right Side
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• Controller Port 1
The
XE
console's back panel contains the connectors for
attaching a video
also holds
peripherals.
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Monitor Audio Jack
t Monitor Video Jack
To
connect a monitor, follow the instructions
plied with the monitor.
in
the next section.
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display device (either a
the power jack and the
TV
Channel Selector = Power Jack
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TV
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To
connect a
Left Side
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Port 2 Keyboard Port
TV
or monitor). It
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port for connecting
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Jack
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Peripheral Port
in
the manual sup-
TV,
follow the instructions
Connecting the TV Switch Box
Note: The
XE
SYSTEM
4
TV
Switch Box may not be included
sold outside The United states.
in
the
If you '
re
nect the
using a
TV
TV
as your video display, you'
switch box supplied with your
II
need to con-
XE
game system .
Follow these steps:
1.
Disconnect your present VHF antenna cable or cable
line from the VHF terminal
2.
If the cable or line has a flat twin-lead connector, attach it
directly to the screw terminals
box. Use a
flat-bladed screwdriver to secure the leads to
on
the back of your
on
the bottom of the
TV.
TV
the switch box .
If the cable or line has a round screw-on connector, attach it
an
adapter and then attach the adapter to the screw ter-
to
minals
an
on
the bottom of the
adapter at most
TV
switch box . (You can buy
TV
and electronics stores.)
TV
switch
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3.
Connect the switch box's twin-lead cable to the VHF termi-
nal
on
the back of your
screws, attach the switch box
Switch Box
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TV
Screw-On
Antenna Cable Adapter
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TV.
If the VHF terminal has two
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cable directly to the screws,
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TV
using a flat-bladed screwdriver to tighten the connection.
If the VHF terminal has a screw-in connector, attach a VHF
adapter to the switch box 's twin-lead connector. Then attach
the adapter to the VHF terminal. (A VHF adapter
supplied with your
TV;
if not, you can buy one at a
is
TV
electronics store.)
VHF
Term
inal
B
COMPUTER
~
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U
TV
ox
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t----'
Twin-L
ead Cable
Switch Box
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TV
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Switch
Switch Box
usual
ly
or
VHF Terminal
Twin-Lead Cable
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