isucamper
Permanently Banned
So I've done my research here, and it comes down to 3 options.
1. High score save kit.
pros: last 15ish years. low maintenance. install it and forget you ever had a problem
cons: have to mod the board (make it unofficial). can't really find one to buy anywhere. it will eventually die, then what?
2. Coordless phone 3.6 volt nicad battery
pros: lasts 1 yearish. will recharge when the game is powered on.
cons: might not hold scores through long periods of inactivity. I can't think of a way to make these batteries easily swappable without soddering each time.
3. AA battery pack with blocking diode
pros: lasts 1 yearish. easy and cheap to swap batteries
cons: have to install a diode to block the recharge current. batteries more suseptable to leaking.
For my needs I'm leaning toward option 3. I'll put some wires on the board and stick the battery holder in the coin box and in a plastic bag. Then once a year, I can power the game on, open the coin door, and replace the batteries, thus keeping my high scores forever. However, I have no idea what a diode is or how to install one. Can someone point me to one that would work for this problem and explain how to install it? Does it go on the + side or the - side? Which way should it point?
1. High score save kit.
pros: last 15ish years. low maintenance. install it and forget you ever had a problem
cons: have to mod the board (make it unofficial). can't really find one to buy anywhere. it will eventually die, then what?
2. Coordless phone 3.6 volt nicad battery
pros: lasts 1 yearish. will recharge when the game is powered on.
cons: might not hold scores through long periods of inactivity. I can't think of a way to make these batteries easily swappable without soddering each time.
3. AA battery pack with blocking diode
pros: lasts 1 yearish. easy and cheap to swap batteries
cons: have to install a diode to block the recharge current. batteries more suseptable to leaking.
For my needs I'm leaning toward option 3. I'll put some wires on the board and stick the battery holder in the coin box and in a plastic bag. Then once a year, I can power the game on, open the coin door, and replace the batteries, thus keeping my high scores forever. However, I have no idea what a diode is or how to install one. Can someone point me to one that would work for this problem and explain how to install it? Does it go on the + side or the - side? Which way should it point?
