Just to follow up on this thread, my Heads-Up Challange is 100% working, and upgraded to the newest software that includes Bocce Ball. I've also bullet-proofed it a bit and improved the poor ventilation system.
I've learned a lot about it along the way:
1. These units run very hot and have poor ventilation, which contribute to a variety of issues. Make sure you clean the vents regularly, put in a 120mm fan on the left side that pushes (the original one pulls), and put a real fan on the video card (ESPECIALLY if you get the newer 210GT that doesn't have a fan). Mine now runs very cool, in my non climate controlled garage.
2. They are very proprietary. Sure they are PCs, but they have a unique boot system, a 24V rail on an ATX power supply (try finding one of those), and you need to get a very certain video card if you can find it. You need a specific bill changer as well.
3. Luckily Playdium bought up all the parts and you can still get them: http://www.theplaydiumstore.com/ Don't fret about the prices - they are in CAN$ and will convert at checkout.
4. It's super fun! Bocce ball is absolutely worth the upgrade by itself. My 10 y/o daughter kicks my ass!
If anyone needs documentation I've compiled a suitcase that should help.
I've learned a lot about it along the way:
1. These units run very hot and have poor ventilation, which contribute to a variety of issues. Make sure you clean the vents regularly, put in a 120mm fan on the left side that pushes (the original one pulls), and put a real fan on the video card (ESPECIALLY if you get the newer 210GT that doesn't have a fan). Mine now runs very cool, in my non climate controlled garage.
2. They are very proprietary. Sure they are PCs, but they have a unique boot system, a 24V rail on an ATX power supply (try finding one of those), and you need to get a very certain video card if you can find it. You need a specific bill changer as well.
3. Luckily Playdium bought up all the parts and you can still get them: http://www.theplaydiumstore.com/ Don't fret about the prices - they are in CAN$ and will convert at checkout.
4. It's super fun! Bocce ball is absolutely worth the upgrade by itself. My 10 y/o daughter kicks my ass!
If anyone needs documentation I've compiled a suitcase that should help.


