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I have a few of these boards that I would like to upgrade the ROMs to the software that doesn’t require entering the secret “code” to play the original PAC Man. Apparently you can simply select it from a menu instead. Does any one have the software needed to burn the ROM? What size ROM does...

I've always cut the legs of the chip first using a dremel and then remove each leg individually. A regular iron and solder sucker works fine.

Here's the update: I reached out to Chicago Gaming and they provided the correct CMOS settings needed for the PC to default to CGA graphics. If the settings are incorrect it will default to VGA. The original CRT monitor needs CGA graphics. The image above is what a CGA monitor looks like when a...

I’m helping a buddy with his Arcade Legends. The PC BIOS battery died so I replaced it and the computer / game software boots up fine now and displays fine on a VGA computer monitor. I read here on another thread that the bios settings need to have the Parallel port disabled in order for the...

I've got a Centipede board that works perfectly on an upright and a cabaret but when it's installed into a cocktail table (with two sets of controls) the player 2 trackball is erratic and your player moves around uncontrollably. Player 1 controls work fine. I tried replacing the Pokey with a...

This is great information. Thank YOU. I was afraid it might not be available off the shelf. I will consider this route since it seems to be the only way that makes sense. What PITA.

My Star Wars Trilogy upright's T molding is deteriorating fast. It cracks and falls off if you look at it funny. Who is the go to source for this unusual T-molding product, these days?

Is anyone else having a problem completing a purchase over at Arcade Parts and Repair? When I try to finish up checking out I get this error message: Sorry, it seems that there are no available payment methods for your state. Please contact us if you require assistance or wish to make...

Hi ! I just recently picked up three DBV-45's and two DBV-145's that are still in original boxes as part of a package deal but they didn't come with any power or data cables. It looks like the power/pulse connector is a 6 pin connector and there is a 14 pin connector that needs to have a jumper...

I just received a VS board that I purchased from a fellow collector here. I swapped my SMB chips from my working board (it does have some graphics glitches after a while and a ton of corrosion on one side) to the clean, working board. After setting all the dip switches identical to my working...

How can I convert the B&W composite signal so that I can use a 19” Vision Pro CGA LCD monitor that has an RGB input?

I thought it was interesting how the sound board has a separate volume pot for each sound effect. BTW - what is the sound effect when you hit a space invader? On my game it makes a strange “tink” sound. Not sure if that’s correct or not. I’m sure this sound board needs a complete recap!

I think yours must be the Gremlin cabinet. The one I picked up is a SEGA cabinet and I believe it may have an NEC monitor. Here’s a picture of the cabinet and the chassis. The game works - I can hear it playing blind!

I just picked up a Sega Space Attack bronze age Space Invaders clone. It uses a black and white monitor. This game is missing the CRT but still has the chassis board mounted inside the game. Does anyone know anything about this monitor? What make / manufacturer monitor does this game use? What...

Excellent read! Thanks for that. I'll replace my 7815 and see where I'm at with this soon.

I've got a Centipede board that plays just fine but it won't save high scores and gives the 4FF error code in the test mode... -30V TP reads -14.8 volts. I've swapped in another ER2055 from a spare Centipede board I had and no change. I've replaced the 555, the associated caps and the two...

I just checked the 5v at the ROMs and I’m getting 4.82v. Do you think this is too low ? Could this low of voltage cause the problems I’m seeing on this board set? I’m considering recapping the original power supply in hopes of increasing that voltage. Is there a pot that can be adjusted for...

My DK I just picked up has some problems, I’m hoping others might recognize these symptoms and point me in the right direction. The animation of Mario walking will sometimes freeze (the sound effect also stops) and then he will slide along the girder instead of walk. Once you reach the top...

A buddy has a DD that most likely needs a new PS. Is there an ArcadeShop adapter to run a DD on a switcher? If not, anyone have instructions to hook one up?

Just wanted to follow up with this post. I installed a new 2114 RAM chip today at J5 and that resolved the RAM error and now the video looks MUCH BETTER now that green is back. Thanks very much for the guidance!