Editing Atari 130XE General Maintenance (section)

=== Inspection Checklist ===

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! Connector / Socket !! Location !! Common Issues
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| Cartridge slot || Top, centre || Bent pins, oxidation, poor contact
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| SIO port || Rear, centre || Corroded pins, cracked solder joints
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| Joystick ports (×2) || Right side panel || Bent pins, loose solder joints
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| Monitor/video port (5-pin DIN) || Rear || Intermittent video, cold solder joints
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| ECI (Enhanced Cartridge Interface) || Rear, edge connector || Oxidation, rarely used but check if using expansions
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| Keyboard ribbon connector || Internal, connects keyboard PCB to mainboard || Fragile connector, cracked ribbon, corrosion
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| Power barrel jack || Rear || Intermittent power, cracked solder joints
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| RF modulator || Internal, soldered || Cold solder joints, failed internal components
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* Carefully unplug and re-seat connectors to break up oxide layers.
* Clean edge connectors and sockets with contact cleaner or IPA and a soft brush.
* For persistent issues, gently polish contacts with a fibreglass pencil.
* Reflow suspect solder joints with a temperature-controlled iron.