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ELECfRONIC 0-AME REPAIR
Pittball Repair 8- Maitttettattce
SERv1c1Nt V111Eo MoN1ro~
Instructional and reference manual covering such
subjects as: Basic Electronics, Semiconductors,
Video Game Systems, Electronic Pinball Systems,
Troubleshooting Techniques, Tools and Test
Equipment, Schematic Reading and more. This 8-
1/2' x 11" manual contains 65 pages of technical
info for servicing electronic games. $24
Finally! A service manual with game-specific fixes
and modifications for pinball machines. Over 230
separate articles w~h symptoms, solutions, changes,
updates, precautions and troubleshooting tips for
nearly every coin-op pinball released prior to 1991.
From such manufacturers as Bally, Data East,
Game Plan, Gottlieb, Midway, Premier, Stern, Wil-
liams and more. Most comprehensive service
manual ever published for pinball repair, trouble-
shooting and maintenance. $49
Ten years of video monitor service tips and symp-
tom/solutions! This manual belongs on every ser-
vice bench. Everything from Theory-of-operation to
Troubleshooting is covered for black & white mod-
els, X-Y types and color monitors (US & foreign).
Including common failure modes, specific compo-
nent failures, suitable replacements, testing meth-
ods, isolation techniques, modifications and en-
hancements for most every video monitor ever
used in the Coin-Op Amusements Industry during
the past ten years! 120 pages, arranged so that you
can easily find the monitor you want by Game
manufacturer & Monitor manufacturer. $49
APVANCEP fROUJLESHOOTINt
Based on STAR* TECH Journal's highly success-
ful national seminar program for the advancing
game technician. This manual is designed to ad-
vance the service person in the skills of trouble-
shooting & repair of coin-operated games. In-depth
manual covering Monitors, Power Supplies, Logic
Board Diagnosis, Pcb Bench Repair, Problem Iso-
lation Techniques, Troubles hooting Logically, Pre-
ventive Maintenance, Proven Quick Fixes, Test
Equipment& Repair/Rework Tools, Gathering Valu-
able Technical Information. $39
INSIVE POWER SUPPLIES
This manual is loaded with information on power
supplies. Written by James Beck of BAM Engineer-
ing, edited by James Galore and published by
STAR* TECH Journal. Every type of power supply
is covered; including linear and switch mode. Power
supply components, transformer and filter arrange-
ments, high current supplies and troubleshooting is
presented in this comprehensive manual. $24
Hor r IPS I g,. II
I: Bench Tech: Keep this valuable reference manual
nearby on your workbench -you will use it! A
compilation of 'hand picked" STAR*TECH Jour-
nal articles plus additional time-saving tech tips
from service managers around the country. //: Field
Tech: Forth is special issue manual, we had veteran
field service people select the most helpful
STAR*TECH Journal articles and add some of
their own great tech tips! 5.5" x 8.5' handbook. $24
YIPEO CARP 0-AME REPAIR
The goal of this manual is to enable anyone to repair
a video card game up to and including the Pcb.
Chapters are devoted to Tools, Testing the AC to
DC sections and Schematic Symbols. Circuits on
the PCB; the Input, Video and Reset circuits are
also discussed. Schematics included. $19
SWITCHINt POWER SUPPI.IES
All about switching type supplies. From the very
beginning to the present. Articles include Theory
and Circuit Analysis, Modifications, Troubleshoot-
ing and Symptoms/Solutions. This tech info is not
found in any of our other manuals. Ready to tackle
that pile of switchers in the corner of your shop? $29
PINJALL REPAIR
V.2.
The newest service manual released from Star
Tech Journal. Includes fixes, troubleshooting tips,
modifications and enhancements for pinball ma-
chines manufactured the last five years. A perfect
complement to Pinball Repair & Maintenance. To-
gether these two tech manuals cover the past 10
years -glory years for electronic pinball innovation
and playfield experimentation. Includes fixes for
chronic problem areas. All pinball mfg. $49
CP Jukebox Repair
The models covered in this service manual include:
NSM CitylV and Galaxy, Pioneer CD Jukes, Rock-
ola 474, 478, 490, Rowe CD 100, Laser Star,
ShowMax, AMI R-81 , R-83, R-86, R-92, Seeburg
LS3, STD4, SPS 160, SMC2, SCD among others.
Such topics as compact disc care and cleaning
along with troubleshooting, preventive maintenance,
symptoms, solutions, precautions and mods are
contained in over 30 articles. Keep these coin-op
workhorses running. $19
SILL CHANtERS REPAIR
Bi/1 Changers: Repair & Maintenance. Most bill
changers, acceptors and handlers used in the coin-
op entertainment industry. This manual contains
fixes, modifications, troubleshooting tips and pre-
cautions for popular models from the following
manufacturers: Rowe, Mars, Deltronics, Greenwald,
Coin Controls, Merit, Ardac and others. $24
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I O Electronic Game Repair
$24
I O Advanced T'shooting
$39
I O Inside Power Supplies
$24
0 Hot Tips I & II
$24
I O Video Card Game Repair $19
I O Switching Pwr Supplies
$29
o Pinball Repair
$49
I O Pinball Repair V.2
$49
I O CD Jukebox Repair
$19
I o Bill Changers Repair
$24
o Servicing Video Monitors $49
I O Monitor Symptoms/Solutions $69
IO Cranes & Rotaries Repair
$29
LO Electronic Darts ~air _ _j19 _
MoN1roR SvMPTOMs/SoLunoNs
All monitor articles covered 1990-1996 and pub-
lished in a handy report format. Over 100 new video
monitor Troubleshooting tips, Symptoms and Fixes.
Update your technical library with these six reports.
Valuable references. $69
Crat1es 6- Rotaries
A thorough compilation of symptoms, solutions,
replacement parts, troubleshooting techniques,
modifications and adjustments for your cranes,
rotaries and redemption equipment. Skil-O-Bingo,
Silver Ski, Showcase, Big Choice, Shoot To Win,
Comer, Fantasy Island, Wedges/Ledges, Spin Out,
Emperor, Hollywood, Lotto-Fun, Shoot Away, Quick-
silver, Betson, Skeeball, Crompton and more are
among the games and manufacturers covered in
over 55 separate articles. $29
Electrot1ic Parts Repair
This service manual covers the repair and mainte-
nance of electronic dart games. Mfg covered in this
publication are: Ameri Darts, Arachnid and Merit
with troubleshooting lips for English Mark Darts,
Bull Buster, Pub Time. 11+2, Cricket, Scorpion and
more. Over 35 separate articles and diagrams
explain the modifications, updates, symptom/solu-
lions & software versions recommended. $19
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