Atari AVG - Analog Vector Generator Custom Chip
Item #: AVG
$24.95
In stock
The Atari AVG custom chip is a direct replacement of the original Atari AVG (P/N: 137179-001). It is a custom Gate Array/Address Controller no longer offered in its original DIP package. This replacement was thoroughly exercised using a custom-developed test jig and script, the analysis was used to validate the replacement and assure 100% compatibility. Games supported:
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Features
| Board installs in minutes, no modifications or special wiring is required. |
| Extensive testing on all hardware platforms. |
| Smallest replacement form factor package (1" x 2.25"), slightly bigger than the original. Fits nicely in Star Wars and Major Havoc boards unlike the other larger, bulkier AVGs. |
| 100% compatible with the original 137179-001 custom chip. |
| Power and Activity LEDs. |
| Lowest integrated circuit count to help reduce MTBF. |
| Gold plated, round pins ensure maximum surface contact. |
| No risk of pins touching or hitting the test pins on the game board. |
| Flash ready for updates or new features. |
| 5-volt level translation. |
| Made in the U.S.A. |
Misc
There have been other replacements on the market using TTL on a rather large board and their main selling point was "ease of repair". In other words, they could have a high failure rate in time.