ColecoVision Issues

[ThomasJoseph]

So I received a ColecoVision unit in the mail today, hooked it up and noticed two issues:

1. I have the automatic level select issue (with a constantly pulling upwards as well as constant firing on the 2nd Player). I know the FAQ has a fix for this.

2. In Controller Port #1 (1st Player) I cannot fire or jump in any game. I've tried both controllers and neither one will fire or jump.

So, I know what the fix is for issue #1, will the same fix work for issue #2 or is there a different fix? Any help is greatly appreciated.

[ThomasJoseph]

Can anyone help?

[dendawg]

I know this isn't the answer you're looking for, but have you tried posting your question on Atariage, also? They have a very large Colecovision section there.

[Compute]

Assuming the fix is "replace that one chip that fucks up all the time and check for continuity" then it should fix your problem.

[channelmaniac]

Replace the 74LS541 chips on the controller ports of the system board. Socket them to make it easier to replace them next time.

RJ

[bacteria]

If the controller is at fault, I have a spare Colecovision controller if it helps out. I live in the UK, so obviously there is postage cost to account for.

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