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Midway Offroad Thunder Operation Manual

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DECEMBER 1999
16-20035-101
http://www.midway.com
TM
Sit-In,
Dedicated
27" Video
Game
Operation Manual
•1-Setup
•2-Operation
•3-Audits
•4-Wiring
•5-Servicing
•6-Troubleshooting
•7-Parts
Midway Games Inc., 3401 North California Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60618–5899 USA

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  • Page 1 DECEMBER 1999 16-20035-101 http://www.midway.com Sit-In, Dedicated 27” Video Game Operation Manual •1-Setup •2-Operation •3-Audits •4-Wiring •5-Servicing •6-Troubleshooting •7-Parts Midway Games Inc., 3401 North California Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60618–5899 USA...
  • Page 2 QUICK-START LINKING GUIDE NOTICE: Before completing installation, verify that each cabinet has a separate and unique ID. Otherwise the link won’t function. For further information, see Linked Play Adjustments Menu in Chapter Three of the operation manual. NOTICE: To link three or four cabinets, you must use an Ethernet hub. SET UP THE LINKS [ ] 1.
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  • Page 5 ))52$' 7+81'(5 &+$37(5 SETUP Fill out and mail in the Game Information Card. Include the product serial number from the label on the rear of the cabinet. For your records, write the product serial number in the manual. SERIAL NUMBER _____________________________________________________________ NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following safety instructions apply to operators and service personnel. Read these instructions before preparing your VGM (video game machine) for play. Other safety instructions appear throughout this manual. DEFINITIONS OF SAFETY TERMS DANGER indicates an imminent hazard. If you fail to avoid this hazard, it will cause death or serious injury.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    When shipping the drive for repair or replacement, pack it in an approved container (P/N 08-8068). Never stack or drop hard disk drives. NOTICE: This manual is subject to change without notice. Midway reserves the right to make equipment improvements as engineering progress warrants. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 8: Product Configuration

    PRODUCT CONFIGURATION • Standalone Units Each VGM (video game machine) is ready to play right out of the box. You can use the VGM Menu System to set player variables in advance. Or you can leave these choices to players. •...
  • Page 9 [ ] 5. Install one nut onto each leg leveler. Tilt the cabinet onto its side. Locate four threaded holes under the cabinet. Install a leveler and nut into each hole. Don’t tighten the nuts yet. [ ] 6. Tilt the seat pedestal onto its side. Locate three threaded holes under the seat pedestal. Install a leveler and nut into each hole.
  • Page 10 [ ] 10. To protect seat pedestal mounting rails during shipment, the factory bolts them inside the cabinet. Remove the 1/4-20 hex-head bolts that secure the rails. Slide the rails partway out of the bottom- front cabinet opening. (See the nearby diagram for proper placement.) [ ] 11.
  • Page 11 [ ] 16. Unlock and open the coin door. Locate the control switches. Press TEST MODE to enter the Menu System. [ ] 17. Select “DISK TESTS” at the Diagnostics Menu. Run all the tests in order to verify correct drive operation.
  • Page 12 Network Game Game Game Game Link Up to Four Cabinets with a Hub • TO LINK MORE THAN TWO CABINETS, use a network hub. Notice that the hub replaces the coupler between cabinets. Each hub can connect several cabinets. In fact, the hub’s active electronics permits use of large networks.
  • Page 13 Wiring the Network NOTICE: Don't use crossover couplers in a hub installation. Otherwise, your network won’t operate properly. [ ] 1. Raise the leg levelers. Roll the cabinets to their destination. Lower the leg levelers. [ ] 2. Verify VGM operation. Make necessary repairs or adjustments before making changes to the cabinets.
  • Page 14 [ ] 2. Find the diagnostic switches behind each cabinet’s coin door. Press and hold each cabinet’s TEST MODE button to enter the Menu System. [ ] 3. From each cabinet’s Operator Menu, select the Adjustments Menu. [ ] 4. From each cabinet’s Adjustments Menu, select the Linked Play Adjustments Menu.

  • Page 15: Operation

    ))52$' 7+81'(5 &+$37(5 OPERATION NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine. Operation...

  • Page 16: Game Operation

    Housing the Arcade Computer is a PC-like case. Inside, you’ll recognize the motherboard, plug-in cards, modular power supply, disk drives, etc. Despite these familiar features, Midway optimized this computer specifically for this game. The Arcade Computer design permits improved upgradability and service access without sacrificing ruggedness or reliability.

  • Page 17: Operator Controls

    Player Panel Controls OPERATOR CONTROLS CABINET CONTROLS • DIP Switches on the MagicBus Board set some system variables. These DIP switches are for factory use only. Keep them set at their default value, all off. You can adjust game variables, check bookkeeping totals and perform diagnostics with diagnostic control switches.

  • Page 18: Game Features

    NOTICE: The Attract Mode volume level is separate from the Game Mode volume level. For greater profits, raise volume levels to add realism and draw attention to this game. Operator Control Switch Locations GAME FEATURES GAME RULES INSTRUCTIONS Play instructions appear on the left and right sides of the video monitor. ONE PLAYER The player inserts currency or tokens to start the game.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    engine RPM. A top-right gauge measures remaining nitro fuel. At the screen’s top-center, a digital clock times the current lap in seconds. As appropriate, the screen also flashes CHECKPOINT. DISPLAYS The player’s vehicle appears at the center of the screen. The numbers floating above some vehicles indicate that other humans control them.
  • Page 20 NOTES Operation...
  • Page 21 ))52$' 7+81'(5 &+$37(5 DIAGNOSTIC, AUDIT & ADJUSTMENT MENU SYSTEM NOTICE: Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Midway reserves the right to make improvements in equipment function as progress warrants. Diagnostic, Audit & Adjustment Menu System...

  • Page 22: Menu System

    Every submenu presents various options that you may act upon. OFF ROAD THUNDER 1999 Midway Home Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. OFF ROAD THUNDER is a trademark of Midway Home Entertainment Inc. MIDWAY is a trademark of Midway Games Inc. OPERATOR MENU MENU LAYOUT Menus differ, but related information tends to occupy the same screen locations.

  • Page 23: Menu Navigation Controls

    • The block at the top, center of each screen displays the current menu title. • Data (menu items, video signals, statistics, reports, etc.) appears in the center of the screen. • Game-operation information appears at the top-center of the screen, between logos. •...

  • Page 24: Diagnostics Menu

    Operator Menu (continued) Diagnostics Menu DIAGNOSTICS Select DIAGNOSTICS MENU at the Operator Menu. The Diagnostics Menu helps you to verify the electrical and electronic condition of the game. Highlight a line item with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Select the option with the TEST MODE button.

  • Page 25: Switch Test

    Operator Menu (continued) Diagnostics Menu (continued) Switch Test Menu SWITCH TEST Select SWITCH TEST at the Diagnostics Menu. Use the Switch Test to verify crossed wires, intermittent conditions, and stuck switches. Operate the switch and watch the screen display. After completing tests, press TEST MODE three times to return to the Diagnostics Menu.
  • Page 26 Operator Menu (continued) Diagnostics Menu (continued) Lamp Test Menu LAMP TEST Select LAMP TEST at the Diagnostics Menu . The Lamp Test allows you to check operation of game lamps. Use the test to check for burned-out bulbs, faulty lamp wiring, etc. Highlight a test with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door.
  • Page 27 Operator Menu (continued) Diagnostics Menu (continued) Monitor Patterns Menu MONITOR PATTERNS TEST Select MONITOR PATTERNS at the Diagnostics Menu. The Monitor Patterns routine provides test screens to verify monitor performance or make adjustments. Highlight a test with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Select the option with the TEST MODE button.
  • Page 28 Yellow, Magenta, Cyan.) Set controls as follows: 1. Adjust BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST to minimum. 2. Turn up BRIGHTNESS until the pixels in the black stripe begin to glow (turn dark gray). 3. Bring up the CONTRAST control until you can see 15 bars. Then increase the contrast until you can’t distinguish a difference between the top two bars.

  • Page 29: Sound Test

    Operator Menu (continued) Diagnostics Menu (continued) Sound Test Menu SOUND TEST Select SOUND TEST at the Diagnostics Menu. The Sound Test verifies the operation of the sound hardware and speakers. Use the Sound Test to find crossed connections, incorrect phase, rattles, vibration, distortion, etc.

  • Page 30: Game Audits Menu

    Operator Menu (continued) Audits Menu AUDITS MENU Select AUDITS MENU at the Operator Menu. The Audits Menu permits you to review game play statistics. Additional menus provide detailed reports for each player position on game starts, ends, cabinet abuse, fault conditions, etc. Highlight a line item with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door.
  • Page 31 Operator Menu (continued) Audits Menu (continued) Critical Audits Menu CRITICAL AUDITS Select CRITICAL AUDITS at the Audits Menu. The Critical Audits Menu reports general information about coin counts and game use. This menu reports information, but doesn’t permit changes . CRITICAL AUDITS CREDITS PARTIAL CREDITS...
  • Page 32 Operator Menu (continued) Audits Menu (continued) System Audits SYSTEM AUDITS Select SYSTEM AUDITS at the Audits Menu. The System Audits Menu reports general information about coin counts and game use. Coin Audits is a read-only screen. To exit, press TEST MODE. SYSTEM AUDITS POWER ON TIME 0:00:00...
  • Page 33 Operator Menu (continued) Audits Menu (continued) Player Audits Menu PLAYER AUDITS Select PLAYER AUDITS at the Audits Menu. The Player Audits Menu displays additional information about player statistics and ability. This information assists you in understanding game use and profitability. Player Audits is a read-only screen.
  • Page 34 Operator Menu (continued) Audits Menu (continued) Track Audits Menu TRACK AUDITS Select TRACK AUDITS at the Audits Menu. The Track Audits Menu includes specific information about player choices and ability. This is a read-only menu. TRUCK SELECTED WINNER Hyena Outlaw General Thrasher Silver Streak...
  • Page 35 Operator Menu (continued) Audits Menu (continued) Truck Audits Menu TRUCK AUDITS Select TRUCK AUDITS at the Audits Menu. The Truck Audits Menu gives you specific information about player choices and ability. This is a read-only menu. Menu software includes several pages of audits. The name of the vehicle appears at the top of each menu page.

  • Page 36: Adjustments Menu

    Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu ADJUSTMENTS MENU Select ADJUSTMENTS MENU at the Operator Menu. The Adjustments Menu allows you to set game and player variables. Use these screens to optimize game performance and earnings. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Select the option with the TEST MODE button.
  • Page 37 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) General Adjustments Menu GENERAL ADJUSTMENTS MENU Select GENERAL ADJUSTMENTS MENU at the Adjustments Menu. At the General Adjustments Menu, you set the cabinet type, game display and measurement system. General Adjustments Menu options also control the cost and type of play. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door.
  • Page 38 SHOW MILES PER HOUR sets the measurement system for display on game screens. To display speed in kilometers per hour, turn SHOW MILES PER HOUR off. To display speed in miles per hour, turn SHOW MILES PER HOUR on (the factory default). ADULT MODE.
  • Page 39 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Linked-Play Adjustments Menu LINKED PLAY ADJUSTMENTS MENU Select LINKED PLAY ADJUSTMENTS MENU at the Adjustments Menu. The Linked Play Adjustments Menu allows you to set the game cabinet network identity. After you cable the linked cabinets, use this menu to set up linked play.
  • Page 40 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Track Difficulty Adjustments Menu TRACK DIFFICULTY ADJUSTMENTS MENU Select TRACK DIFFICULTY ADJUSTMENTS MENU at the Adjustments Menu. From the Track Difficulty Adjustments Menu, you set how much skill players need to complete races. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Press TEST MODE to enter Change Mode.
  • Page 41 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Track Difficulty Adjustments Menu (continued) Adjust Track Difficulties Menu ADJUST TRACK DIFFICULTIES MENU Select ADJUST TRACK DIFFICULTIES MENU at the Track Difficulty Adjustments Menu. From the Adjust Track Difficulties Menu, you modify the level of challenge that each track poses. You can also increase or reduce starting and checkpoint bonus time.

  • Page 42: Pricing Menu

    Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Pricing Menu PRICING MENU Select PRICING MENU at the Adjustments Menu. The Pricing Menu contains options for selecting standard and custom currency combinations. The factory default is USA1. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Press TEST MODE to enter Change Mode.
  • Page 43 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Pricing Menu (continued) Select Custom Pricing Menu SELECT CUSTOM PRICING MENU Choose SELECT CUSTOM PRICING at the Pricing Menu. The Select Custom Pricing Menu permits you to program and use your own pricing table. You can save several pricing schemes and chose between them as desired.
  • Page 44 PRICING MENU TERMS SCREEN TERM DISCUSSION Cyber-currency. This adjustment assigns a number of “units” to each coin mechanism Slot Units; or bill acceptor. For instance, if a quarter buys 1 unit, then $1 buys 4 units. (See Coins Bill Validator (DBV) per Bill.) You insert a coin into a 1-unit coin acceptor.
  • Page 45 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Pricing Menu (continued) Select Standard Pricing Continent Menu SELECT STANDARD PRICING CONTINENT MENU Choose SELECT STANDARD PRICING at the Pricing Menu. The Select Standard Pricing Continent Menu allows you to choose the continent that you are operating in. Highlight a line item with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door.
  • Page 46 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Pricing Menu (continued) Select Standard Pricing Continent Menu Select Standard Pricing Country for North America Menu SELECT STANDARD PRICING COUNTRY FOR NORTH AMERICA MENU Choose a continent (NORTH AMERICA, for example) at the Select Standard Pricing Continent Menu. The Select Standard Pricing Country for North America Menu contains options for selecting standard currency combinations.
  • Page 47 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Pricing Menu (continued) Select Standard Pricing Continent Menu (continued) Select Standard Pricing Country for North America Menu (cont’d) Select Standard Pricing Table for USA Menu (cont’d) SELECT STANDARD PRICING MENU Suppose that you want to set U.S. pricing. Choose USA at the menu entitled Select Standard Pricing Country for North America .

  • Page 48: Standard Pricing Table

    STANDARD PRICING TABLE NAME START CONTINUE CREDITS/COIN COIN 1 COIN 2 COIN 3 COIN4 BILL ANTILLES 1/25¢, 4/1G .25¢ AUSTRALIA 1 1/3X20¢, 2/$1.00 .20¢ $1.00 AUSTRALIA 2 1/5X20¢, 1/$1.00 .20¢ $1.00 AUSTRIA 1 1/5Sch, 2/10Sch 5 Sch 10 Sch AUSTRIA 2 1/2X5Sch, 3/2X10Sch 5 Sch 10 Sch...
  • Page 49 STANDARD PRICING TABLE, continued NAME START CONTINUE CREDITS/COIN COIN 1 COIN 2 COIN 3 COIN4 BILL UK ECA 1 1/50p, 3/£1.00 £1.00 £2.00 UK ECA 2 1/50p, 2/£1.00 £1.00 £2.00 UK ECA 3 1/30p, 2/50p, 5/£1.00 £1.00 £2.00 UK 4 1/50p, 3/£1.00 £1.00 UK 5...

  • Page 50: Volume Adjustment Menu

    Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Volume Adjustment Menu VOLUME ADJUSTMENT MENU Select VOLUME ADJUSTMENT at the Adjustments Menu. (You can also access this menu from the Operator Menu.) The Volume Adjustment Menu allows you to adjust relative sound loudness levels. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door.
  • Page 51 MASTER VOLUME sets the overall volume level during game play. This value simultaneously affects all other sound settings. The range is 1 to 100%. The factory default is 60%. ATTRACT VOLUME adjusts the Attract Mode sound level only when you turn on Attract Mode. The Attract Mode sound level is independent of game audio levels.
  • Page 52 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Force Feedback Adjustment Menu FORCE FEEDBACK ADJUSTMENT Select FORCE FEEDBACK ADJUSTMENT MENU at the Adjustments Menu. The Force Feedback Adjustment Menu allows you to alter the intensity of steering wheel feedback. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Press TEST MODE to enter Change Mode.
  • Page 53 Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Calibrate Steering, Gas and Brake Menu CALIBRATE STEERING, GAS AND BRAKE Select CALIBRATE STEERING, GAS AND BRAKE at the Adjustments Menu. (You can also access this menu from the Operator Menu.) This option allows you to set steering and throttle mechanisms for optimum control during game play.

  • Page 54: Set The Time And Date

    Operator Menu (continued) Adjustments Menu (continued) Set Time and Date Menu SET THE TIME AND DATE Select SET TIME AND DATE at the Adjustments Menu. The Set Time and Date Menu provides the current date and time for the game. This screen also allows clock adjustments for time zone changes and seasonal time changes.

  • Page 55: Utilities Menu

    Operator Menu (continued) Utilities Menu UTILITIES MENU Select UTILITIES MENU at the Operator Menu. The Game Utilities Menu permits you to clear game credits, player statistics, and game audits. Here, you restore game settings to factory defaults or save audit data. A confirmation screen appears before you finalize changes. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door.
  • Page 56 SAVE AUDITS TO FLOPPY DISK allows you to copy game data to a disk. Comparing audit data over time demonstrates the effect of game variable changes on profits. Use a formatted, 1.44MB high-density diskette. The floppy drive is in the CPU cabinet. NOTICE: Be careful when clearing audit information.
  • Page 57 Operator Menu (continued) Volume Adjustment Menu VOLUME ADJUSTMENT MENU Select VOLUME ADJUSTMENT at the Operator Menu. (You can also access this menu from the Adjustments Menu.) The Volume Adjustment Menu allows you to adjust relative sound loudness levels. Highlight an option with the middle two diagnostic buttons inside the coin door. Press TEST MODE to enter Change Mode.
  • Page 58 ATTRACT VOLUME adjusts the Attract Mode sound level only when you turn on Attract Mode. The Attract Mode sound level is independent of game audio levels. The Attract Volume range is 1 to 100%. The factory default is 50%. MINIMUM VOLUME sets the quietest sound level during game play. The range is 1 to 100%. The factory default is 20%.
  • Page 59 Operator Menu (continued) Calibrate Steering, Gas and Brake Menu CALIBRATE STEERING, GAS AND BRAKE Select CALIBRATE STEERING, GAS AND BRAKE at the Operator Menu. (You can also access this menu from the Adjustments Menu.) This option allows you to set steering and throttle mechanisms for optimum control during game play.
  • Page 60 NOTES Diagnostic, Audit & Adjustment Menu System 3-40...
  • Page 61 ))52$' 7+81'(5 &+$37(5 WIRING & CIRCUIT INFORMATION WARNING: Failure to reconnect ground wires or replace metal shields may result in radio frequency interference. NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine. Wiring & Circuit Information...
  • Page 62 Harness Connector Prefixes Prefix Connector Location Example Arcade Computer MagicBus Interface Board Fluorescent Lamp Power Supply Video Monitor Wheel Driver Board Coin Door Area BB12 Audio Board LED Interconnect Board 10P1 Cabinet 11P1 Optional Overhead Marquee 12P1 Dashboard 13P1 Gas Pedal & Brake 14P1 Upper Speakers 15P1...
  • Page 63 Power Wiring Diagram Wiring & Circuit Information...
  • Page 64 Cabinet Wiring Diagram Wiring & Circuit Information...
  • Page 65 Player Panel Wiring Diagram Wiring & Circuit Information...
  • Page 66 Computer Motherboard Assembly 20-10554 MOTHERBOARD CONNECTOR AND JUMPER STATUS (NOTES FOR TABLE ON FOLLOWING PAGE) NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine. NOTES: 1. VGM doesn’t require jumper or telephone connection. 2. VGM doesn’t require jumper. VGM uses proprietary network for game linking. 3.
  • Page 67 Motherboard Connector and Jumper Status Table Designation Location Function Meaning Setting Default J1A1 Lower Right Wake Not Used In This Open Near Board VGM (No 1 & 2 (Note 1) Expansion Slot Ring Telephone) J1E1 Lower Center Wake Not Used In This Open Near Board VGM (No...
  • Page 68 Network Interface Board Assembly 20-10550 Network Interface LED Indicator Table Designation Location Function Color State Meaning LED 1 Left Center Link Verify Green Not In Use (LNK) Under Jack Indicator (No Game Link) Normal Operation Blinking Link Fault (Note 1) LED 2 Right Center Activity...
  • Page 69 Video Graphics Board Assembly 20-10551 Video Graphics Connector And Jumper Table Designation Location Function Meaning Setting Default Left Center Video Graphic Open (DB-15 on Signal Information 1-15 (Note 1) Bracket) Output To Interface J2-J7 None Not Used Open (Note 2) None Not Used Open...
  • Page 70 BB12 Audio Amplifier Board Assembly 04-12529.1 BB12 Audio Amplifier LED Indicator Table Designation Location Function Color State Meaning LED 1 Upper Center Fault Normal (CR1) Near C3 Indicator Operation Locked Up (Note 1) Blinking Overload (Note 2) LED 2 Lower Center Fault Normal (CR2)
  • Page 71 BB12 Audio Amplifier Board Schematic, 1/4 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-11...
  • Page 72 BB12 Audio Amplifier Board Schematic, 2/4 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-12...
  • Page 73 BB12 Audio Amplifier Board Schematic, 3/4 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-13...
  • Page 74 BB12 Audio Amplifier Board Schematic, 4/4 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-14...
  • Page 75 1. Bank 1, Switch 8 should be off for Offroad Thunder. See the table above. 2. Bank 1, Switch 7 should be off for Offroad Thunder. This switch selects USB or UART Mode. This video game machine doesn’t support USB Mode.
  • Page 76 MagicBus Board LED Indicator Table, 1/2 LED # Location Function Color State Meaning LED 28 Left Center, Near No +12V Fuse F2 & +12V Power Connector JP12 Indicator +12V Present for Output Lamps Blinking Intermittent +12V LED 27 No +5V +5V Power for Right, Near DIP Indicator...
  • Page 77 MagicBus Board LED Indicator Table, 2/2 LED 3 Not In Use UART / USB Right Center, Near Indicator Green Faulty MagicBus Mode DIP Switch S1 Board Blinking With 5 & 4: UART; Individually: USB LED 1 No Power Power to Center, Near Indicator Power Present...
  • Page 78 Wheel Driver Board Assembly 04-12770.1 Wheel Driver Board Led Indicator Table Designation Location Function Color State Meaning LED 1 Right Center, Near Indicator Not In Use C5 & P2 Normal Operation Blinking Power Fault (Note 1) Notes: 1. LED 1 monitors regulated power supply voltage source. Must be on continuously. Flash or blinking indicates intermittent connection, power problem, circuit fault, etc.
  • Page 79 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 1/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-19...
  • Page 80 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 2/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-20...
  • Page 81 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 3/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-21...
  • Page 82 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 4/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-22...
  • Page 83 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 5/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-23...
  • Page 84 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 6/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-24...
  • Page 85 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 7/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-25...
  • Page 86 Wheel Driver Board Schematic, 8/8 Wiring & Circuit Information 4-26...
  • Page 87 O O O O FFROAD FFROAD FFROAD FFROAD THUNDER THUNDER THUNDER THUNDER CHAPTER SERVICING NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine. NOTICE: Avoid damage to electronics! Turn off VGM power before servicing circuit boards or any electronic assembly. Never “hot plug” circuit boards. CAUTION: Static electricity builds up on your body.
  • Page 88 DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLY This chapter includes summarized procedures for disassembling and reassembling VGM components. Only qualified service personnel should repair VGM equipment. The following product guidelines apply to all video game operators and service personnel. Notes, cautions and warnings appear throughout this manual where they apply.
  • Page 89 board sockets. Carefully pry up the battery retaining lever. Then grasp the battery edges and remove the device. Set the battery aside. Note the “+” marking on one side of the replacement battery. When you install a battery, this “+” marking must face the battery retaining lever.
  • Page 90 Remove the CPU Board power cables at the CPU Board. Remove the circuit board retention bars. Disconnect the hard drive power and data cables at the disk drive. Remove CPU Board mounting screws. Lift the circuit board out of the cabinet. Use anti-static packaging from new parts to store boards that you won’t reinstall.
  • Page 91 Dollar Bill Validator • (Use MARS AE2451-U3E, UL-recognized currency changer) You can install dollar bill validators in VGMs manufactured with the additional wiring connector. As this manual goes to press, this VGM only supports the Mars model AE2451-U3E validator. Switch off power to the VGM and unplug the AC line cord. Unlock the coin door and swing it open. Read the coin door label for additional information.
  • Page 92 MICROPROCESSOR FAN. Dis- connect the DC power cable from the floppy drive. Unplug the ribbon cable from the floppy drive. Leave the other end of the cable attached to the CPU Board. Unscrew and remove the circuit board retention bars. Remove the drive bracket mounting hardware.
  • Page 93 Gear Shift • Switch off power to the VGM. Unlock and remove the rear door. Disconnect the two cables from the back of the shifter. At the front of the shifter, remove shift plate mounting screws. Lift the shifter up and out of the player panel.
  • Page 94 The monitor is a medium-resolution type with a 25-kHz horizontal scan rate. Other monitors may look as if you can use them for replacements. Yet the screens of different monitor types curve differently. Use only Midway approved replacement parts. Network Interface Board •...
  • Page 95 Power Supply • CAUTION: Replace the power supply only with a Midway approved power supply. Make no substitutions. Otherwise you will void the UL and CE listings on your video game machine. Non-approved power supplies can pose shock and fire hazards to players and service personnel.
  • Page 96 Video Board • Switch off power to the VGM. Unlock and open the rear door. Remove the back of the Arcade Computer. Loosen the header-mounting screw. Disconnect the video cable from the board header connector. Remove the circuit board retention bars. Remove the board. As you remove the board, handle it only by its edges.
  • Page 97 Use of non-Midway parts or circuit modifications may cause serious injury or equipment damage! Use only Midway authorized parts. For safety and reliability, don’t substitute parts or modify Midway products. Substitute parts or modifications may void the game’s EMC directive or FCC type acceptance.
  • Page 98 Cabinet Front View 03-8252-5 A-22506 08-7980 31-3418.2 01-15084 31-3423.1-2 5675-16273-00 08-7853 31-3423.1-1 03-9932.1 04-12760-1 04-12760-2 23-6723 A-23231 Parts...
  • Page 99 Cabinet Rear View 01-10714 03-8326 Parts...
  • Page 100 Cabinet Joining Details Parts...
  • Page 101 Casters and Levelers Parts...
  • Page 102 Rear Casters Parts...
  • Page 103 Rear Door Assembly A-23238 Parts...
  • Page 104 Monitor Bezel Components 4108-01219-11 03-8252-5 08-7980 31-3418.2 4406-01128-00 5555-15098-00 01-15084 4108-01193-10B 08-7853 4506-01106-24B 01-15083.3 03-9932.1 Parts...
  • Page 105 Padlock 4420-01141-00 01-11286 01-11287 4320-01164-20B Parts...
  • Page 106 Coin Door Assembly (See Coin Door Application Table for Assembly Number) Parts 7-10...
  • Page 107 Pushbutton Assembly 20-9663-XX 20-10129-5 24-8880 24-8828 Parts 7-11...
  • Page 108 Dash Assembly A-23113 Parts 7-12...
  • Page 109 Dash Assembly A-23241 (Exploded) 5014-16301-00 20-10186 4420-01141-00 20-10627 02-5279 14-8029 04-12730-2 02-5295-34 04-12759.1 5795-15667-15 4008-01100-08 04-12730-1 H-23218 20-10595 03-9933.2 31-3419.1 04-12784.1 4006-01100-08B 04-12729.3 20-10183 4700-00129-00B 02-5351.1 20-10189 4008-01100-08 20-10503.1 4020-01100-20 03-9910-1 4427-01183-00 4020-01100-20 01-15080 4006-01100-16B 4701-00005-00B 4008-01100-08 Parts 7-13...
  • Page 110 Optional Bill Validator Parts 7-14...
  • Page 111 Cabinet Components Parts 7-15...
  • Page 112 Seat and Pedestal Assembly A-23231 Parts 7-16...
  • Page 113 Casters and Leg Levelers Parts 7-17...
  • Page 114 Throttle Assembly 20-10135 Parts 7-18...
  • Page 115 Fluorescent Lamp Assembly A-22506 Parts 7-19...
  • Page 116 Arcade Computer Assembly A-23253 04-12651 20-10551 20-10552 20-10550 20-10554 A-23350 04-12687 5795-15344-12 20-10555 Parts 7-20...
  • Page 117 Arcade Computer Mechanical Components Parts 7-21...
  • Page 118 Arcade Computer Cables 20-10552 04-12651 04-12657 20-10554 NOTICE: DC power cables are part of the power supply. You can’t replace these cables individually. Parts 7-22...
  • Page 119 NOTICE: Before attempting to use other than factory authorized parts, ask your distributor for information. Other DIMM and processor modules may be equivalent or superior to those illustrated here. Midway hasn’t verified performance with alternate components. NOTICE: Celeron and Slot 1 are registered trademarks of Intel.
  • Page 120 Computer Motherboard Assembly 20-10554 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number Dual Inline Memory Module 64MB SDRAM DIMM BANK 0-1-2 20-10557 Memory Backup 3-Volt Lithium Battery 5882-16135-00 Processor Assembly Celeron Processor J4J1 20-10607 Processor Cooling Fan with Bracket 20-10549 Shunt Jumper BIOS Startup Configuration...
  • Page 121 Network Interface Card Assembly 20-10550 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number Instruction ROM Not required in this game Parts 7-25...
  • Page 122 Video Graphics Card Assembly 20-10551 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number Graphics Mode Select Not required in this game Parts 7-26...
  • Page 123 Power Filter Board Assembly 04-12651 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number EMI Filter 2200 pF Dual Capacitor F1-F5 5060-15633-00 EMI Filter Ferrite Bead Inductor L1-L5 5556-14181-00 Parts 7-27...
  • Page 124 BB12 Audio Amplifier Board Assembly 04-12529.1 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number Audio Amplifier LM3403 Quad Amplifier U1-U2 5370-15163-00 Audio Output TDA1560Q Power Amplifier 5370-15984-00 Audio Output TDA7375 Power Amplifier 5370-15833-00 Voltage Regulator +5VDC, 5% Fixed Regulator 5250-13302-00 None Not required in this game...
  • Page 125 MagicBus Interface Board Assembly 04-12697.3 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number Crystal 6 MHz 5520-16004-00 Diode 1N270 D11-15, D17-25, D28 5070-16229-00 Diode 1N5817, 1A 5070-09266-00 Fuse 5 x 20mm, 2ASB 5735-13853-00 Jumper 2-Pin JP1, JP2, JP3, JP4 5791-13045-00 Transistor 2N2369 NPN...
  • Page 126 Wheel Driver Board Assembly 04-12770.1 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number TO-92 Device Not Used Darlington 2N6427 NPN 5162-08976-00 Diode Fast FE6B-35nS D2, D3 5070-16272-00 Driver, Power LM12 Op Amplifier 5370-14069-00 Fuse 0.63AFB, 250V, 5x20mm 5731-15627-00 Fuse 4ASB, 125V, 5x20mm F1, F2 5731-14094-00...
  • Page 127 Speedometer/Tachometer Board Assembly 04-12759.1 Field Replaceable Parts Component Description Board Location Part Number Green, Bright LED1 - 6 5671-16256-00 Orange, Bright LED7 - 10 5671-15953-00 Red, Bright LED11 - 13 5671-15954-00 Parts 7-31...
  • Page 128 Electronic Cable Assemblies SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS CABLE (NULL MODEM DB-9F TO DB-9F) 20-10532 VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS CABLE (SHIELDED DB-15F TO DB-15M) 5797-13171-00 Parts 7-32...
  • Page 129 Electronic Cable Assemblies AUDIO AMPLIFIER CABLE (SHIELDED, MINIATURE STEREO PHONE PLUG TO PHONO PLUGS) 04-12578-2 COMPUTER RESET CABLE (2-PIN PLUG TO LOCKING, 2-PIN PLUG) 04-12657 Parts 7-33...
  • Page 130 Line Cord Application Table Part Number Country France Germany Italy Japan Spain TYPICAL LINE CORD Parts 7-34...
  • Page 131 Line Cord Installation Bracket AC Plug Assembly A-23089 Parts 7-35...
  • Page 132 Coin Door Application Table ELECTROMECHANICAL COIN DOOR ASSEMBLIES Part Number Country France Germany Italy Japan Spain USA, DBV Ready Transformer Application Table POWER TRANSFORMER ASSEMBLIES Part Number 5610-16282-00 5610-16283-00 5610-16284-00 Line Power 120 VAC 60 HZ 230 VAC 50HZ 100 VAC 50HZ TYPICAL POWER TRANSFORMER ASSEMBLY Parts 7-36...

  • Page 133: Troubleshooting

    ))52$' 7+81'(5 &+$37(5 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine. CAUTION: This VGM uses complex electronic components that are very sensitive to static electricity. Observe the following precautions before handling VGM electronics. Failure to do so may void your warranty and could damage electronic assemblies. •...
  • Page 134 Coin Mechanism and Pricing Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Enter Menu System by pressing and holding • Improper settings at TEST MODE switch inside coin door. From VGM (video game machine) Pricing Menu Diagnostics Menu, choose SWITCH TEST. Use accepts currency or tokens, tests to confirm operation of switches.
  • Page 135 VGM Startup Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Check that VGM power switch is on. • Power problem VGM (video game machine) Inspect computer to see if fans are turning. If doesn’t start. not: Is computer power supply connected to its power cable? Is computer power supply turned •...

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting Table

    VGM Startup Troubleshooting Table, continued SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Inspect circuit boards under low-light conditions. • Power problem LEDs glow if processor circuits receive voltage. VGM (video game machine) Fan should be turning. These indications prove appears non-functional. presence of DC from power supply. Still, •...
  • Page 137 VGM Startup Troubleshooting Table, continued SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Unlock and open coin door. Check each • Faulty coin currency acceptor to assure proper mounting. VGM (video game machine) mechanism Verify that each release latch is closed and doesn’t start. locked.
  • Page 138 Audio Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Enter Menu System by pressing and holding • Improper volume TEST MODE switch. From Operator (Main) No audio setting Menu, choose VOLUME MENU. Check that • Attract Music is on (enabled). Verify that all Video is present volume levels are set well above zero.
  • Page 139 • Arcade Computer circuit boards resemble those in personal computers. Yet Midway engineers reprogrammed the boards for application in this VGM. Power-On Self-Test codes are unique to the Arcade Computer in this VGM.
  • Page 140 Link Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Don’t extend linking cables that come with VGM. • Faulty wiring Install required crossover between Can’t connect VGMs (video cabinets. Each coupler connects two cabinets game machines) together (one pair). Don’t use standard telephone type couplers or wiring to link cabinets.
  • Page 141 Player Control Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Enter Menu System by pressing and holding • Faulty switches or TEST MODE switch inside coin door. From Intermittent or completely lamps Diagnostic Menu, choose SWITCH TEST. Run non-functional player tests to confirm switch operation. controls Check for loose parts or wires caught in switch •...
  • Page 142 Player Control Troubleshooting Table, continued SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION With VGM power on, check airflow near each • Blocked or faulty fan computer fan. Case cooling fans are intake fans. Sloppy, unpredictable or Power supply fan is exhaust fan. Assure that ineffective steering nothing blocks airflow.
  • Page 143 Player Panel Controls WARNING: The Wheel Driver Board heatsink, power resistors, and other components may be very hot. The DC Motor in the steering wheel may also be hot. Steering Components Troubleshooting 6-11...
  • Page 144 Video Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Verify connection of AC Power to video monitor. • Power problem Inspect CRT neck in dim light. Glowing filament Monitor appears non- near CRT base proves that some monitor functional circuits receive power. Still, voltages or signals •...
  • Page 145 Video Troubleshooting Table, continued SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Check floppy drive for diskette. If you find disk, • Floppy disk in drive eject it. Leave VGM power on. Turn off VGM (video game machine) computer. Wait for hard disk to stop spinning. doesn’t appear Turn on computer.
  • Page 146 Video Troubleshooting Table, continued SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION • Have service bureau dynamically reconverge White areas at screen edges Picture tube dynamic monitor. This procedure requires removing and appear tinged with color convergence is out of repositioning yoke. Service bureau must follow •...
  • Page 147 Video Troubleshooting Table, continued SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Enter Monitor Patterns Menu. Watch Crosshatch • Maladjusted HEIGHT Screen while adjusting HEIGHT pot for best Picture is too short pot or damaged picture. You’ll find this pot on Monitor Remote vertical circuit Control Board, behind coin door.
  • Page 148 Miscellaneous Problem Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION Remove fluorescent tube from its sockets. If you • Faulty fluorescent find cracks or darkened ends, install new lamp. Marquee lamp is intermittent tube Clean tube. or non-functional Check continuity of both fluorescent tube •...

  • Page 150: Warnings And Notices

    Use of non-Midway parts or circuit modifications may cause serious injury or equipment damage! • Use only Midway authorized components and parts. Failure to do so will void your warranty and may result in incorrect or unsafe operation. Substitute parts or modifications may void the EMC directive or FCC type acceptance.

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