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That's awesome. Now I need to find a picture of how they mounted it o I can make mounts for mine. I considered building a new cabinet for mine and making it wall mountable with only 8" deep, but that hasn't materialized yet due to figuring out the mounting.

I think the manual has a drawing of the mounting bracket. I'll look tonight, if it does I'll post a copy of it.
 
I just picked up a working Arachnid 6300 for $120. I had to drill a lock and spend some time cleaning crud out of the target, but it works pretty well. The monitor has some burn-in but looks good in normal room lighting.

Some of the segments had rough edges from years of hits. I found that using a fine file I could smooth down the outside of a chewed-up segment so it moved easily in the spider.

I have a few questions if anyone's into these old games...

I still have a couple of segments that, intermittently, do not register a hit. If I tap on it with my finger when retrieving darts, it will register so I don't think I have any electrical issues. I think it's just not hitting the switches hard enough.

Is some amount of missed hits typical in these games?

Any advice for how to tune up the target more?

How tight should the bolts in the back be? Do I want the target as snug to the cushion as it can get without triggering the switches, or do I want it a little loose?

Any recommendations on dart tips? I have a random selection of Tufflex and Arachnid tips on hand. Not sure if there is a better choice available. (Lippoint?)

And lastly... My select/enter buttons often do a double-press. I have never had this happen on a microswitch before; switches seem to stop working as opposed to working doubletime. Is it likely that the switches just need to be replaced, or might there a problem with the switch debounce circuitry?

Thanks!

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I just picked up a working Arachnid 6300 for $120. I had to drill a lock and spend some time cleaning crud out of the target, but it works pretty well. The monitor has some burn-in but looks good in normal room lighting.

Some of the segments had rough edges from years of hits. I found that using a fine file I could smooth down the outside of a chewed-up segment so it moved easily in the spider.

I have a few questions if anyone's into these old games...

I still have a couple of segments that, intermittently, do not register a hit. If I tap on it with my finger when retrieving darts, it will register so I don't think I have any electrical issues. I think it's just not hitting the switches hard enough.

Is some amount of missed hits typical in these games?

Any advice for how to tune up the target more?

How tight should the bolts in the back be? Do I want the target as snug to the cushion as it can get without triggering the switches, or do I want it a little loose?

Any recommendations on dart tips? I have a random selection of Tufflex and Arachnid tips on hand. Not sure if there is a better choice available. (Lippoint?)

And lastly... My select/enter buttons often do a double-press. I have never had this happen on a microswitch before; switches seem to stop working as opposed to working doubletime. Is it likely that the switches just need to be replaced, or might there a problem with the switch debounce circuitry?

Thanks!

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Looks like you got a good deal. Most of your target issues will come with tuning up your target. It looks like you have the thin segment Super Spider with the single ribbon cable, and the software version of the board should be V3.0 or better. Most of the issues could be related to getting the target tightened correctly. If you don't have the manual, it is still available through the Bullshooter website in the legacy section.

As for the buttons, I think this is an issue with the debounce circuit, as I got it on my 6300 test setup. you could try new switches, as the old ones might stick just enough to register twice, or try cleaning the ones you have.

As far as tips, I don't think anyone has given it that much thought. whatever you find works best on your board is what I would go with if you have options to try now.
 
My ROM is labeled "6300 v1.8." Are upgrades available anywhere? This looks like a great excuse to get a ROM programmer. ;)

Also it looks like I have a Philips monitor, which I think means someone replaced the OEM.
 
My ROM is labeled "6300 v1.8." Are upgrades available anywhere? This looks like a great excuse to get a ROM programmer. ;)

Also it looks like I have a Philips monitor, which I think means someone replaced the OEM.

Take a picture of your main board and the back of the target and interface board to get more help.

Here is a link to the documents about the 6300: http://www.arachnid360.com/index.php/commercial-products/legacy-dartboards/6000-series-dartboards/

In the Service Bulletins, around page 16 it mentioned upgrading to the Super Spider. You can take a look at that to see if yours was converted, although it looks like you have the web.
 
Well, I didn't even finish completely refurbishing the Arachnid, and I just got a new dart game too. I guess I have a problem.

The new game is a Spectrum Dart Star, in good shape. The previous owners upgraded the monitor, power supply, cooling fan, bulbs, and starters. The cab and graphics are in good shape. The segments look good, and the matrix appears to work well.

The stuff that needs attention:

- The sound is scratchy so either the speaker or amp is shot. The speaker LOOKS fine but I will try replacing it anyway.
- On bootup, I always get a stuck segment error for triple 1, but if I jiggle the segment it clears and the game seems to work fine.
- My ROM version looks like 1.4 and I think the last version was much higher, right?
- The spider is chewed up and if I can get a new one, the game will look sharp.
- One of the ballasts buzzes like crazy

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Well, I didn't even finish completely refurbishing the Arachnid, and I just got a new dart game too. I guess I have a problem.

The new game is a Spectrum Dart Star, in good shape. The previous owners upgraded the monitor, power supply, cooling fan, bulbs, and starters. The cab and graphics are in good shape. The segments look good, and the matrix appears to work well.

The stuff that needs attention:

- The sound is scratchy so either the speaker or amp is shot. The speaker LOOKS fine but I will try replacing it anyway.
- On bootup, I always get a stuck segment error for triple 1, but if I jiggle the segment it clears and the game seems to work fine.
- My ROM version looks like 1.4 and I think the last version was much higher, right?
- The spider is chewed up and if I can get a new one, the game will look sharp.
- One of the ballasts buzzes like crazy

jF4vIb3.jpg


9g7RO4K.jpg
The last version of the Dart Star Spectrum (aka "Genesis") was 3.2 I believe. Medalist still supports these boards and sells parts directly. Call their number and ask to speak to Tara in their parts department. Sometimes it's hard to get a hold of her, but she'll get you what you need. Their support is quite nice.
 
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