Star Tech Journal

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STAR*TECH JOURNAL/JUNE 1983
The "Bear" Facts continued from page 18.
Peter Gurko is including his Kiddie Ride technical info write-up at the end of
this article, but first, since I just returned from Japan and went through many
hours of technical discussions, I would like to inform all persons who deal with
Vending International Corporation, (either directly or indirectly) that many
game and vending unit modifications are (by the time you read this) already
being put on all new units! They are also available ( or soonw ill be) in "retro-fit"
kit form for all Vending International promoted units. All new Komaya units,
i.e., Frog Ball, are using logic driven solid-state ticket dispensers interface
boards. These interface boards may be put on any existing game that was, until
now, using micro switch and relay-type actuation and will totally eliminate the
need for periodic switch adjustment and/or relay replacement.
Also on all new games, the graphics and wording are now totally
"Americanized" and can be easily put onto older models ( at a reasonable
charge of course)!
Last, but not least, Vending International Corporation will be introducing
several new units by Komaya each year.
On the other side of the coin, all persons familiar with Fanky Malloon
Balloon Machine, Frog Hunter, Arm Wrestler, etc .... manufactured for
Vending International by Ikemoto Corporation, will be pleased to know that
many "improvements" have been made. Such as: The cabinets for the Frog
Hunter, Duck Hunter, Spear Fisher line of water games have been significantly
reinforced. The capsules for these games are now of a five-piece screw together
configuration, so that if one side is broken, you can replace that one side in 15 to
30 minutes! (As I said, much improved!!!)
Many new units will be manufactured for Vending International Corporation
by Ikemoto Corporation, and will retain the same reputation as Fanky Mallon,
Arm Wrestler, etc .... for toughness and dependability. OK, enough ofthat-
I'm proud of 'em!
There are many improvements that have been made. If you're interested in
finding out more about them, call 714/661-6808 (Parts & Service), or
714/493-5955 (Sales).
Next month I will get back to reviewing new games. I'm almost out of the
ones I really like! That means that we may be "getting down" on some
manufacturers' games in the future if we don't find some improvements in
existing units, or any new units that really look sharp. Next month we will also
begin a new section of The "Bear" Facts that is a Troubleshooting Guide (very
basic) for non-video games, and basic common maintenance procedures.
As I promised earlier, here's Peter!
GINO RONDINA
SCOUTBALL TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS FOR
LIGHT OR SOUND FAILURE
By Peter Gurko, Kiddie Rides U.S.A., Davenport, IA
This information can be applied in principle to similar machines.
"MY LIGHTS DON'T WORK!"
I. Check the input to the boards. Light board inputs generally correspond to the
operating values of the rest of the system. If your bulbs are 12v, then it can be
assumed that your light board is operating under the same requirement.
2. Check the output(s). An output could possibly be present with no resultant
lighting effect. In this case, check for shorts along leads going to the sockets
and for shorts or opens at sockets themselves.
3. Some lighting systems require proper seating of the bulb housing when the
assembly itself is tied to ground. In this case, check all grounds.
4. Check the wiring harness for loose leads.
5. If a relay is driving the lights, check and clean the relay. Be suspicious of the
relay socket and the leads of lands connecting it in circuit.
"I HAVE NO SOUND!"
I. Sound boards are generally fused. Your schematic or a visual inspection will
determine its location. Check your fuse first.
2. Check the input leads to the board and, as in lighting or movement steps,
work in the direction of your relays looking for broken leads or insufficient
contacts.
3. Check your speaker and its connections.
4. If a relay is used, check the relay, socket and socket connections. If the
problem is contained to the board, refer to the schematic and visually inspect
the board, looking for the obvious.
Thank you sir! Before this article is over, I would like to thank all of the
people at Fernandez Fun Factories in Hawaii for making my seminar and stay
there so enjoyable. Oh, one more thing- Vending International Corporation
now has an 800 toll-free service number! The number is 1-800-821-8990.
(The answers to the logic quiz are: QI = I and Q2 = 1.)
Until next month, "Bear"!
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