Atari 400
NOTE: Picture is a representative sample. If you want pictures of the actual unit you'd purchase, you can use the contact form and we'll e-mail them to you.
These Atari 400's have undergone a full tear-down, check of every component and rebuild. Every chip is scoped for proper signaling, voltages verified, every key removed and individually cleaned. Before shipping, they are run for 24 hours continuously as a burn-in test.
The difference in "Condition" grades are cosmetic variations. Condition 1 is pretty close to new, possibly some bottom label damage and maybe a scuff or two in a not easy to see spot. Condition 2 may have a bit of yellowing and/or a scratch or two, but is very presentable. Condition 3 could have case cracks or missing pieces in places where functionality isn't affected. If there's any functional problems, they are listed as parts machines only. All Condition 1, 2 or 3 units have the same 90 day warranty.
Includes BASIC cartridge, original (tested) 9V power supply OR a modern replacement (if you have a preference for which please indicate so in the order comments), RF video cable and 75 ohm adapter for use with a coax (cable) TV input.
Also Includes our 90-day warranty.
All of our systems are graded based on cosmetic condition, relative to how they came from the factory. Pluses and minuses may be assigned when a system is slightly better or slightly worse than the three grades we offer.
The grades are as follows:
Grade 1: System is as new, with no more than one or two minor blemishes in places not visible when placed in the traditional position a desk. Yellowing must be non-existent or barely observable. Cases have no cracks, no nicks, and no deep scratches. All chips are original or OEM replacements. System will be fully operational. For software, all manuals and disks are present and the case has very little sign of age, wear, or use.
Grade 2: System is very presentable, with few blemishes in areas visible when placed in the traditional position a desk. There may be some level of yellowing but not to the extreme. Cases have no cracks. Cases may have some minor scuffs or light scratches in visible areas. Cases may have nicks or dents in places not apparent when looking at the unit from the traditional operating position. White keys may have some yellowing. Chips may be original, OEM replacements, or third-party reproductions (ex: ArmSID or SwinSID replacements for SID chips). System will perform all key functions normally, except where third party reproduction chips may alter functionality slightly (for example replacement SID chips may sound slightly different than original chips). For software, check the item description to determine if manuals and disks are included. The packaging will be very nice, with some signs of age (rubbed spots, slight creases or tears, some fading).
Grade 3: System may have cracks on the case, significant blemishes in visible areas, missing trim pieces that do not affect proper operation, or significant yellowing. White keys are probably fairly yellow. These systems are discounted significantly and intended for people who want a system but don't care that it doesn't look great on a desk, or would like to do a more extreme restoration on their own (ex: painting cases). Chips may be original, OEM replacements, or third-party reproductions (ex: ArmSID or SwinSID replacements for SID chips). System will be fully operational, except where third party reproduction chips may alter functionality slightly. For software, check the item description to determine if manuals and disks are included. The packaging will have significant signs of age or abuse (many rubbed spots, creases, tears, or heavy fading).
NOTE: If you order a Condition 3 unit, please keep an eye out for an email from us confirming that you intended to do that. We won't ship until you confirm you wanted a Condition 3 and it wasn't just a mistake of picking the lowest cost option in the store! Hope you understand.
Ungraded: Non-working parts machines, non-working components, or items that obviously can't be graded (such as cables or disks).