So, for the first time in a long time, I just decided to hook up my Atari 7800. When I hit the power button the initial time the power light came on for about 1 second, and then the whole unit shut off and hasn't worked since. There seemed to be a barely detectable smell coming from the console as well. Pretty sure there was anyway. It's old (though in good condition) but it may just smell weird I suppose. Is there any common things that would fry inside one of these? I've read an awful lot today about people with power switch issues, but since mine did turn on initially, I didn't think that was my issue.
Any clues for me? I do have a power meter, although I really don't know how to use it. So if you have any tips that involve that, please be detailed. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!
Any clues for me? I do have a power meter, although I really don't know how to use it. So if you have any tips that involve that, please be detailed. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!