Incredible Technologies Play Mechanix Big Buck Hunter II User manual

KIT & DEDICATED
INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Version 03/04

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FEATURES
•Up to Four Players can Hunt in Head-To-Head Competition!
•Traditional Pump-Action Shotgun
•Photo-Realistic Backgrounds
•Over 200 Authentic and Unique 3D Hunting Scenes
•Hunt All Across the US and Southern Canada
•Hunt in Varying Weather Conditions: Sunlight, Rain, Fog and Snow
•Hunt During Different Times of Day: Early Morning, Afternoon and Night
•Hunt Deer and Elk
•Exciting Bonus Rounds Lets you test your skill on Doves, Pheasant, Squirrel,
Duck, Skeet, and a Huge Variety of Targets
•Operator Selectable Bloodless and Tagging Modes
ITS®, INCREDIBLE TECHNOLOGIES®, the ITS® logo, the ITNet logo, and the IT logo are trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks, or registered service
marks of Incredible Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
Big Buck Hunter™ and Play Mechanixare the property of Play Mechanix, Inc. and are used with its permission.
© Copyright 2000-2004 Incredible Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Version 03/04

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FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................................................................1
DEDICATED CABINETS............................................................................................................................................................4
DEDICATED GAME CONTENTS......................................................................................................................................................4
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES ............................................................................................................................................................4
THE CABINET................................................................................................................................................................................4
Power Requirements.....................................................................................................................................................................................4
Rifle and Holster Clips .................................................................................................................................................................................4
Hard Drive....................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Volume and Test Switches ...........................................................................................................................................................................4
LED Sign......................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Card Reader..................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Monitor.........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................................5
BIG BUCK HUNTER II PCB CONNECTIONS........................................................................................................................5
KIT GAME INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................................................................5
KIT PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................................................6
RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND SUPPLIES .........................................................................................................................................6
INSTALLATION PREPARATION.............................................................................................................................................6
THE CABINET................................................................................................................................................................................6
Power Requirements.....................................................................................................................................................................................6
Monitor Requirements..................................................................................................................................................................................6
Cabinet Selection..........................................................................................................................................................................................7
CONTROL PANEL ..........................................................................................................................................................................7
Button Preparation........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Volume and Test Switches ...........................................................................................................................................................................8
GRAPHIC OVERLAYS ....................................................................................................................................................................8
Control Panel Overlay Installation................................................................................................................................................................8
Function Labels Overlay Installation............................................................................................................................................................8
Marquee Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................................8
Cabinet Side Graphics Installation................................................................................................................................................................8
RIFLE HOLSTER INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................9
WIRING AND HARDWARE ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................................................10
Control Panel Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................................10
Printed Circuit Board (PCB).......................................................................................................................................................................10
PCB and Hard Drive Installation................................................................................................................................................................11
Wire Harness ..............................................................................................................................................................................................12
Power Supply and Connections..................................................................................................................................................................12
SYNC .........................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Coin Doors, Test Switch, Service Button, and Volume Control Panel .......................................................................................................13
Final Check.................................................................................................................................................................................................13
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ..........................................................................................................................................................13
CONNECTING THE PHONE LINE.........................................................................................................................................13

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NODE CONNECTIONS .............................................................................................................................................................14
INITIAL POWER-UP.................................................................................................................................................................14
ITNET OPERATOR REGISTRATION....................................................................................................................................15
ITNET INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................15
OPERATOR TEST MODE ........................................................................................................................................................16
MAIN MENU ...............................................................................................................................................................................16
ITNET COLLECTIONS &AUDITS RESET.............................................................................................................................16
OPERATOR ADJUSTABLES MENU................................................................................................................................................17
GAME MODE SELECTION.....................................................................................................................................................................17
COIN DOOR SETTINGS ..........................................................................................................................................................................18
SKILL LEVEL ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................................................................18
PLAYER COST SCHEDULE....................................................................................................................................................................18
VOLUME SETTINGS ...............................................................................................................................................................................18
ATTRACT MODE SOUNDS....................................................................................................................................................................19
VIOLENCE................................................................................................................................................................................................19
EMAIL REQUEST MENU........................................................................................................................................................................19
COIN PAGE PROMPT TEXT...................................................................................................................................................................19
RESET OPERATOR ADJUSTABLES......................................................................................................................................................20
GAME AUDITS MENU..................................................................................................................................................................20
ITNET MENU..............................................................................................................................................................................21
ITNET ADJUSTABLES MENU................................................................................................................................................................24
DISPLAY TIMERS....................................................................................................................................................................................25
SYSTEM TESTS MENU.................................................................................................................................................................26
VIDEO SCREEN TESTS...........................................................................................................................................................................26
SOUND TESTS..........................................................................................................................................................................................26
SWITCH TESTS........................................................................................................................................................................................26
SERIAL PORT TESTS ..............................................................................................................................................................................26
COMMUNICATION TESTS.....................................................................................................................................................................27
MOTHERBOARD TESTS.........................................................................................................................................................................27
GUN CALIBRATION RESULTS\INPUT TESTS....................................................................................................................................27
GUN FLASH/MONITOR BRIGHTNESS TEST.......................................................................................................................................28
GUN CALIBRATION MENU ..........................................................................................................................................................29
MAILBOX....................................................................................................................................................................................29
AUTOMATIC STARTUP TEST AND SWITCH TESTS .......................................................................................................................29
HIGH SCOREBOARDS MENU........................................................................................................................................................29
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................................................................30
VIDEO PROBLEMS.......................................................................................................................................................................30
CONTROL PROBLEMS..................................................................................................................................................................31
GUN PROBLEMS CONTINUED......................................................................................................................................................32
POWER-UP PROBLEMS................................................................................................................................................................33
SOUND PROBLEMS......................................................................................................................................................................34
MISCELLANEOUS PROBLEMS......................................................................................................................................................34
JAMMA HARNESS AND GUN CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................................35
JAMMA Harness Connection.....................................................................................................................................................................35
Gun Harness Connection............................................................................................................................................................................35
RIFLE SCHEMATIC..................................................................................................................................................................36

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DEDICATED CABINETS
DEDICATED GAME CONTENTS
(1) Big Buck Hunter II Sportsman’s Paradise
Dedicated Cabinet with LED Sign
(1) Gun Assembly
(1) Big Buck Hunter II Manual
(1) Monitor Manual
(1) 50 ft. Telephone Cable
(1) Telephone Line Splitter
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES
Normal telephone outlet that connects to a regular
outside line.
Inexpensive telephone, used to test the line connection.
THE CABINET
Your Big Buck Hunter II cabinet comes with the hard
drive packed in a padded box inside the cabinet. Install
the hard drive carefully. Make sure all of the
connectors, wires, harnesses and PCB cards are
seated securely in their sockets before applying power.
Power Requirements
Big Buck Hunter II requires requires a 250 Watt ATX
Power Supply.
+3 VDC 14 amps
+5 VDC 25 amps
+12 VDC 10 amps
WARNING!!!
The output level of many “regulated” switching power
supplies actually varies with load. For this reason, the
power supply from an old game may not be an ATX
power supply required for a BIG BUCK HUNTER™ RED
BOARD. This makes the existing power supply
inappropriate and hazardous to your new game. Use
only a 250 Watt ATX Power Supply with the RED
BOARD.
Rifle and Holster Clips
Unwrap the rifle and mount it on the two holster clips on
the control panel. You will want to calibrate your rifle for
best game play results. Refer to the Gun Calibration
section for proper calibration and adjustments
procedures.
Hard Drive
BIG BUCK HUNTER II uses a hard drive to store its
game data. The Hard Drive is shipped in a padded box
inside the cabinet. Install the hard drive carefully, as it
is very sensitive to shock. Make sure the hard drive is
mounted securely and the power and data cables are
secure. Refer to the Hard Drive section for proper
mounting and replacement procedures.
The hard drive is shipped with a mounting bracket
already attached. The bracket protects the electronics
from damage due to improper handling. DO NOT
REMOVE the bracket, as it may cause damage to the
hard drive.
CAUTION!
Hard drives are sensitive to both physical and electrical
shock. DO NOT DROP OR KNOCK OVER the hard
drive. Avoid shocks and other electrical discharges. DO
NOT REMOVE the mounting bracket from the hard
drive. Removal may cause damage to the hard drive
and will void the warranty. Keep the supplied padded
box for shipping any returns. Failure to use the
supplied shipping box will void the warranty. DO NOT
USE POWER TOOLS.
Returns
The Hard Drive is shipped in a shipping box that is
fastened to the inside bottom of the cabinet. Be sure to
keep this box, in case you need to move the game or
ship the hard drive. Ship the bracket with the hard
drive. Do not remove the bracket from the hard drive.
Failure to use the supplied box, or removal of the
bracket, will VOID THE WARRANTY on the hard drive.
Volume and Test Switches
Your cabinet comes equipped with a bank of buttons
mounted inside the coin door. The Test button
activates Operator Test mode, for software audits,
game adjustables, and system tests can be accessed.
Refer to the Operator Test section of this manual for
more information.
There are also two Volume control buttons mounted
inside the coin door. Press the button on the left to
decrease volume, and press the button on the right to
increase volume. You can also adjust volume in the
Operator Test mode by pressing the Test button.
LED Sign
Your Big Buck Hunter II cabinet has a scrolling LED
sign installed in the marquee section of the cabinet.
The LED sign is used by ITNet to advertise contests
and game features. When the game is not registered to
ITNet, the scrolling sign displays basic game features
for Big Buck Hunter, as a way to attract players.

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When ITNet features are enabled, special messages
related to tournaments or contests will be sent through
the phone line for automatic display. If the LED is
required to be off in your state or location, it can be
disabled in Operator Adjustables mode.
Card Reader
Your Big Buck Hunter II cabinet contains a card reader
unit that is installed in the front of your cabinet. Players
and operators use the card reader for access to exciting
online game features. Make sure the card reader’s
power and data connectors are seated properly. Use
the Card Reader test in Operator Test Mode to make
sure the card reader is working properly.
Monitor
Your Big Buck Hunter II cabinet comes equipped with a
digital monitor set to mid-res. Big Buck Hunter II
dedicated cabinets support mid-res monitors, offering
superb graphics and brilliant colors. Big Buck Hunter
KITS support both low-res and mid-res monitors.
Because this shooting game uses light to track targets
and determine aiming, a properly adjusted monitor is
extremely important. Make sure your monitor is
adjusted properly for best game play results.
Security Bar
Big Buck Hunter II comes with a heavy-duty security
bar, to help you protect your cash box. Use a strong
padlock (not included) to lock the security bar in place.
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
The SW51-Dip switches can be found on the main
PCB near the JAMMA connector.
Dip Switch 1 (ON): Normal Play (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 1 (OFF): OPERATOR MODE
Dip switch 2 (ON): Regular Targeting (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 2 (OFF): Secondary Targeting
Dip switch 3 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 4 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
The SW5-Dip switches can be found near the flashing
green LED.
Dip switch 1 (OFF): Medium Resolution (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 1 (ON): Low Resolution
**Dip switch 2 (OFF): Low Resolution B Adjust
Dip switch 2 (ON): Low Resolution A (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 3 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 4 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
**If you are experiencing a “jittery” image, try this mode to
correct. Restart the game and adjust the monitor
BIG BUCK HUNTER II
PCB CONNECTIONS
JAMMA
Connector
Video
Card
Processor
with Heat
Sink
Boot ROM
U15
Hard Drive
Connector
LED Sign
Connector
(Gray)
CD ROM
40-Pin
Connector
20-Pin ATX
Power
Connector
Phone Jack
for Outside
Line
Extra Phone
Jack used for
Daisy
Chaining
Rifle
Connector
BIG BUCK
HUNTER II
MAIN PCB
Modem
Pin
32
Pin
16

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KIT GAME INSTALLATION
KIT PACKAGE CONTENTS
(1) Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Assembly
(1) Hard Drive and 40-Pin Ribbon Cable
(1) ATX Power Supply
(1) Gun Assembly
(2) Gun Mounting Clips
(1) Illuminated Button Assembly
(1) Card Reader Assembly
(1) Misc. Mounting Hardware
(1) Marquee Styrene
(1) Control Panel Overlay
(1) Set Control Panel Labels
(2) Side Decals
(1) Set Installation Templates
(1) 50 ft. Telephone Cable
(1) Telephone Line Splitter
(1) Manual
RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND
SUPPLIES
•Phillips and Slotted Screwdrivers
•Socket Set, Wire Cutters and Strippers
•Pliers or Channel Locks
•Electric Drill with 3/32", ¼", and 7/16" Bits
•Chassis or Sheet Metal Punch
•Razor Knife and Sharp Blades
•Soldering Iron and 60/40 Resin Core Solder
•Assorted Fastening Hardware
•Heat Shrink Tubing (3/32", 1/8", and 3/16")
•Masking Tape or 4" Wire Ties
IF YOU DO YOUR OWN PAINTING, YOU'LL NEED
THESE PAINT SUPPLIES:
•Air Brush or Paint Sprayer
•Paint Brush, Paint Roller and Pan
•Paint (and Primer)
•Sandpaper
INSTALLATION
PREPARATION
BEFORE YOU START.....
1. Checks to see if all the needed parts have been
included in your kit or tournament cabinet.
2. Do you have the necessary tools?
3. Do not work with any part of the system plugged
in (lights, monitor, or power supply).
THE CABINET
Power Requirements
WARNING!
ATX Power Supplies require a load to operate. There
will be no Voltage Output if the power supply is not
connected to the main board.
Big Buck Hunter II requires an ATX Power Supply,
supplied with this kit. Make sure the game you have
chosen to convert is able to supply all the required
voltages for Big Buck Hunter II.
+5 VDC 15 amps
+12 VDC 3 amps
WARNING!!!
The output level of many “regulated” switching power
supplies actually varies with load. For this reason, the
power supply from an old game may not be correctly
adjusted for BIG BUCK HUNTER II. This makes the
existing power supply inappropriate and hazardous to
your new game. Measure power on the PCB, on the
Boot ROM U15. Damage will occur if the power supply
is outside the acceptable limits (between 5.0 and 5.15
VDC.)
Monitor Requirements
BIG BUCK HUNTER II requires a monitor in a
horizontal mount raster scan with negative composite
SYNC. It can be difficult to change the monitor from
vertical to a horizontal unit. Therefore, installation will
be easier if you choose a horizontal mount cabinet.
BIG BUCK HUNTER II has been designed for
medium-resolution monitors. For best results,
choose a cabinet with a mid-res monitor. Consult your
monitor for mid-res adjustment.
If you have a lo-res monitor, Big Buck Hunter II will
work with the addition of a special Monitor Scaler
Board. Check with your distributor for more details.
CAUTION! Monitors are extremely dangerous and
can result in severe injury. Make sure you follow and
observe all safety precautions as outlined in your
monitor’s manual.

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DRILL 1" HOLE
DRILL 3/16" HOLE
(2 PLACES)
START BUTTON
HOLE TEMPLATE
Cabinet Selection
You can choose either a new cabinet or a used
cabinet for your BIG BUCK HUNTER game. Reusing
a cabinet is by far the most cost-effective way to
maximize the return of your initial investment. In
either case, all you need to provide is the cabinet with
a power supply, bill acceptor and monitor. We
provide the rest. The end result is a new game at a
very low cost.
NOTE:
It is recommended that a cabinet used for similar types
of games be used for your BIG BUCK HUNTER. Large
monitors mounted at a right angle work best.
NOTE:
The monitor must be mounted perpendicular to the gun
for the game to play correctly.
When selecting a cabinet, keep this in
mind:
A cabinet with a 25" or larger monitor, mounted at a
right angle, will produce the best game play results.
The monitor must be perpendicular to the gun for the
game to play correctly.
1. Remove the following from the cabinet: Main
Logic Board(s), Control Panel, Monitor Plexiglas,
Marquee, Cabinet Graphics
2. Thoroughly clean out your cabinet. Remove all
the old buttons, joysticks and wires from the
control panel. DO NOT remove monitor and
speaker wires.
3. Ifyourcabinet does not have switches or buttons
inside the cabinet, you will need to installthem for
volume control and access to diagnostics and
testing modes.
4. Remove the old graphics and adhesive from the
control panel, and the side of the cabinet.
5. For a fresh look, painting is highly recommended.
Spray painting gives a better finish, but if an air
brush or paint sprayer is unavailable, a roller is
second best. Remember to cover all exposed
surfaces not to be painted.
6. The "new game look" should always apply to the
inside of your game as well. A few wire ties and
shrink tubing on your harness, some fastening
hardware on your subassemblies, and a sweep
with the vacuum cleaner will help ensure that
glitches do not occur.
CONTROL PANEL
Compare your cabinet’s control panel to the diagram
below to determine how to install the graphics and
controls. The BIG BUCK HUNTER gun holster is
mounted either on the front or side of the cabinet, so
your control panel requires very little drilling.
Button Preparation
Big Buck Hunter comes with an illuminated Start
button. When making the hole for the Start button,
use the control panel layout diagram as a guide to
where you should drill your new hole, and mark the
center of the hole with a pencil.
Locate and Mark the center of the control panel.
Position and attach the Start Button Hole Pattern
Template to your control panel. Be sure that the
location you have selected is free from obstructions
inside the cabinet. Be sure that the template is
oriented correctly.
Carefully drill and deburr the 1” center hole, and the
two 3/16” mounting holes.
Use a file to smooth any rough edges on the holes.
Fill any old and unused holes with wood, resin, or a
metal plate.
It is recommended that you cover your control panel
with Plexiglas. Now would be a good time to cut it to
fit while the dimensions and tools are at hand.
Install the control panel graphics and labels, following
the instructions found in the manual. Cut away any
graphics material from the button holes.

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Insert the supplied button into the large hole. Two
pins on the lower edge of the button are used to lock
the button into position.
Tighten the large plastic nut securely onto the plastic
button housing.
Snap the micro-switch and lamp into the button
housing.
Attach the button assembly switch and lamp to the
main harness connectors. Refer to the manual for
correct wiring.
Volume and Test Switches
Ifyourcabinet does not have switches or buttons inside
the cabinet, you will need to install them for volume
control and access to diagnostics and testing modes.
Big Buck Hunter requires three external switches to
navigate through Operator Mode. Install a Test, Volume
Up and Volume Down switch in a convenient location
inside your coin door. Volume Up and Volume Down
double as scroll up and scroll down when in Operator
Mode. Refer to the JAMMA Connections diagram for
proper wiring.
GRAPHIC OVERLAYS
BIG BUCK HUNTER comes equipped with graphics
that will accommodate a variety of existing game
cabinets. Remove any old control panel graphics and
make sure the panel is clean and free of dirt, grease
or adhesives before installing your new graphics.
Control Panel Overlay Installation
1. Make sure the control panel is clean and free
from dust, grease, metal filings, and sawdust.
The background overlay provided with the game
is oversized to accommodate most control panel
sizes. Center the background overlay on the
control panel surface. Be sure to leave enough
excess material above and below the control
panel in order to trim it evenly.
2. Remove the protective backing from the
background overlay. Center the background
overlay over the control panel and place down
gently, making sure to keep it square. Using your
hands, press down firmly, starting from the center
and smooth the background overlay outward,
making sure all bubbles have been pressed out
for a clean, flat surface.
3. Using a sharp razor knife, trim any excess from
the background overlay. Carefully pierce through
the overlay above the control panel hole that you
have marked. Cut out material covering the pre-
drilled holes with the razor knife. Be sure to cut
and trim the background overlay cleanly and
evenly.
Function Labels Overlay Installation
Line up the supplied function labels to correspond
with the control panel layout on the previous page.
Remove the backing and carefully press into place.
Be sure they are straight. Refer to the control panel
diagram for optimal placement.
It is highly recommended that you protect your control
panel with a Plexiglas overlay. Cut it to fit and install
now.
Insert the Start button into the control panel and
tighten securely. Refer to the Wiring section of this
manual for correct button wiring.
Marquee Installation
If your cabinet needs a new marquee glass,
determine the correct size and cut to fit. Using the old
marquee glass as a template, center the Plexiglas on
your new marquee, making sure that all the printed
images will be visible.
Using a razor knife, score the new marquee deeply,
following the edges of the old glass. Carefully break
off excess material. Be sure the light behind the
marquee works and that the glass is clean on both
sides. Now install the marquee graphics and glass
securely.
Cabinet Side Graphics Installation
Carefully remove the backing from the supplied logo
stickers and smooth in place on the side of your
cabinet. Refer to the diagram below for optimal
placement.
Preferred Side Graphics Layout

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RIFLE HOLSTER INSTALLATION
Most BIG BUCK HUNTER games come equipped with a
specially designed rifle. To mount the rifle to the cabinet,
you need to attach a rifle holster. The rifle holster consists
of two high-impact plastic brackets. These brackets can be
mounted on the front of your cabinet, or on the side of your
cabinet.
1. Determine where you want to mount the holster. The
holster should be mounted at a comfortable height near the
control panel. Make sure the cable attached to the rifle will
reach the PCB when mounted in the proposed bracket
position.
2. Use the dimensions on the cabinet diagrams for
optimal placement.
For FRONT MOUNTING, center the template on a vertical
surface. Be sure the template is oriented correctly. Match
the center of the template to the center line of the cabinet.
Use only the brackets on the template labeled A and C.
The center holes on the brackets should be 18.875” apart.
For SIDE MOUNTING, orient and attach the template to the
cabinet at a 30 degree angle. Be sure the template is
oriented correctly. Use only the brackets on the template
labeled A and B. The center holes on the brackets should
be 15.5” apart.
3. Punch or mark the center holes for the appropriate
bracket mounting holes with an awl.
4. Remove the template and carefully drill and deburr the
four 3/16” mounting holes.
5. Install the brackets using the supplied carriage bolts,
flat washers and locking nuts. Fasten the nuts securely
inside the cabinet.

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DRILL HOLE
7/32" (3 PLACES)
DRILL HOLE 1-1/2
GUN CABLE MOUNTING PLATE
HOLE PATTERN
Gun Installation
Insert the gun into the newly mounted holster. The
attached gun cable should be hanging freely, with no
loops or kinks.
Determine the best location for the gun cable
mounting bracket. Players should be able to move
the gun freely. Use the dimensions indicated on the
cabinet diagrams for approximate placement. Be
sure that once installed, the wires from the gun cable
assembly will reach the power supply and PCB inside
the cabinet.
Position and attach the Gun Cable Mounting
Template to the cabinet. Be sure that the location
you have selected is free from bracing or wiring inside
the cabinet.
Carefully drill and deburr the 1 ½” center hole, and
the three .20 mounting holes.
Thread the cable connector and grounding wire
through the center hole.
Mount the Gun Cable Mounting Plate using the
supplied carriage bolts, flat washers and locking nuts.
Make sure the bolts are seated firmly. Attach the
grounding wire to any one of the carriage bolts before
installing the washer and locking nut.
Once the Gun Cable Mounting Plate is mounted
securely, Make sure the gun can move freely in all
directions.
Inside the cabinet, connect the Cable Connector to
the supplied Connecting Harness. The Connecting
Harness then connects to GUN 1 connector on the
main PCB. See the Wiring section of this manual for
more details.
WIRING AND HARDWARE
ASSEMBLY
REMEMBER! DO NOT WORK WITH ANY PART OF
THIS SYSTEM PLUGGED IN (Lights, Monitor, or
Power Supply).
NOTE:
All switch wires used in this game need to be wired to
the normally open connection on the switches. Each
switch requires a ground wire on the common
connector and the appropriate control or switch wire on
the other normally open connector of the switch.
Control Panel Assembly
1. Install the gun and Start button on the control
panel by following the detailed instructions
beginning on page 2.
2. If you are using Plexiglas for added protection,
don't forget to place it on the panel before
inserting the Start button.
3. Wire the controls using the JAMMA Harness
Connection table. Connect the gun using the
supplied connecting harness cable into GUN 1 on
the main PCB.
Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
BIG BUCK HUNTER Uses a hard drive to store its
game data. Make sure you mount your PCB in such a
way as to allow easy connections to the hard drive
cables. Refer to the next section for suggested
mounting positions.

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PCB and Hard Drive Installation
The hard drive is shipped with a mounting bracket already attached. The bracket allows installation with a minimal
number of steps and protects the electronics from damage due to improper handling. DO NOT REMOVE the
bracket, as it may cause damage to the hard drive. Use the diagram shown below for positioning the hard drive
assembly in different types of cabinets. Make sure to position the game board and the drive close enough for the
two supplied cables to reach.
A data cable is supplied for the hard drive and is required for proper operation. Test fit the cable supplied for the
hard drive before securing to the mounting surface. See the insert for installation details. The supplied ribbon cable
is for data transmission. Connect one end of this cable to the keyed connector at J21 on the game board, and the
other end into the keyed connector on the hard drive.
CAUTION!
Hard drives are sensitive to both physical and electrical shock. DO NOT DROP OR KNOCK OVER the hard
drive. Avoid shocks and other electrical discharges. DO NOT REMOVE the mounting bracket from the hard
drive. Removal may cause damage to the hard drive and will void the warranty. Keep the supplied padded
box for shipping any returns. Failure to use the supplied shipping box will void the warranty.
Figure 1
Installation in Lower Cabinet
1. Install the CPU Board on the inside wall of the cabinet (left or right), approximately 1 ½” above the cabinet floor.
Secure the CPU board using the ten supplied #6x3/4” hex washer head sheet metal screws.
2. Locate the Hard Drive on the cabinet floor, approximately 2” from the cabinet wall, and directly in line with the
JAMMA connector. Attach with 4 #8X ¾” wood screws (supplied). See figure 2. Avoid jarring or vibrating
the hard drive with power tools during installation.
3. Connect the keyed Hard Drive ribbon cable to J21 on the CPU board, as shown in figure 2.
Returns
In kit games, the hard drive is shipped in a special padded box. In a dedicated cabinet, the shipping box is fastened
to the inside bottom of the cabinet. Be sure to keep this box, in case you need to ship the hard drive. Ship the
bracket with the hard drive. Do not remove the bracket from the hard drive. Failure to use the supplied box, or
removal of the bracket, will VOID THE WARRANTY on the hard drive.

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Wire Harness
1. If you are installing BIG BUCK
HUNTER II into a cabinet with
a pre-installed JAMMA
harness, it may not have a wire
for the test switch. You will
have to add a contact to the
edge connector at the proper
position (position 15). Some cabinets have only
one coin switch input and the coin switches are
wired together. Connect the designated wires to
the coin switches separately.
2. Attach the wire harness connector to the PCB. Be
sure it is mounted correctly.
WARNING!
Make sure you have identified PIN 1 on the connector before
powering up. Plugging the JAMMA connector in backwards will
cause damage to the PCB.
3. It is best to use connectors (not supplied) whenever
joining a set of harness wires to a subassembly. If
you choose to solder wires together, follow this
procedure:
4. Strip off about ½" of insulation from the wire.
5. Slide a piece of heat-shrink tubing over the end.
6. Do not leave a lot of excess wire spooled up in your
cabinet. Cut the wires to the length you need plus a
few extra inches. Leave enough for proper cable
dressing. Do not make it stretch across the inside
of the cabinet.
7. Solder the new wire to the original wire. Use a
straight in-line splice.
Power Supply and Connections
Because of current consumption, your Big Buck Hunter II
PCB connects directly to a 250 Watt ATX Power Supply.
To correctly mount the ATX Power Supply, you will need
to add a third bracket (supplied).
Attach the mounting bracket to the power supply using the
6-32x1/4” machine screw.
Place the power supply in its intended location.
Secure the power supply using the three supplied #6x1/2”
hex washer head sheet metal screws.
Instructions for ATX Power Supplies:
1. Turn power to the cabinet and power supply
completely off.
2. Connect the 20-Pin ATX Connector directly into the
RED BOARD socket J5.
3. Locate one Hard Drive Power Connector from the
ATX Power Supply. Use this connector for powering
lights, meters and other non-pcb devices..
4. Locate another Hard Drive power connector on the
ATX Power Supply. Connect this to the Hard Drive.
5. The third Hard Drive connector from the power supply
remains unused. This is meant for future use to
perform updates with a CD ROM drive. Always be sure
the CD ROM drive is set to SLAVE Mode.
6. Turn power on while holding down the start button to
initiate a diagnostic test. Run this test to make sure
your RED BOARD is functioning properly.
7. Be sure to check your JAMMA connector and make
sure it is tightly connected. Detailed instructions and
photos of this installation can be viewed on the
Operator Services section of the IT web site,
www.itsgames.com.
WARNING!
ATX Power Supplies require a load to operate. There will
be no Voltage Output if the power supply is not connected
to the main board.
Back View
New Bracket
Top View
3 Mounting Brackets

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SYNC
This is the recommended approach for a Wells-Gardner
monitor and should work with some others as well.
If your monitor does not have a composite SYNC input
but has separate horizontal and vertical SYNC inputs,
try connecting the composite SYNC signal from the
PCB to the negative horizontal SYNC signal on the
monitor. This should produce a satisfactory result,
although some adjustment of the monitor's SYNC
controls may be necessary.
Coin Doors, Test Switch, Service
Button, and Volume Control Panel
Wire the coin doors and the test / service switch(es) as
per the JAMMA Harness Connection table on page 35.
Connect the door lamps to the +12 vdc supply. Some
games have separate power supply outputs for the
lamps.
Install a test switch somewhere convenient inside the
coin door area. This switch allows you to enter
adjustables, run diagnostics, and see or clear audits.
Make it readily accessible through the coin door. Wire it
to the Test wire on the JAMMA Harness.
Install a service switch (not included) somewhere
convenient inside the coin door area. This switch
allows you to give credits to players without affecting
the game's credit audits or coin meters. Example: A
player puts in a coin and gets no credit, the operator
can then push the service button and a credit is given to
the player without affecting the game's audits and coin
meter.
BIG BUCK HUNTER has the ability to adjust volume at
any time during a game. Install two push button
switches (not included) inside the coin door for easy
access. Connect the switches to the JAMMA harness.
Refer to the JAMMA Harness Connection table on
page35.
Final Check
Check the game inside and out for any imperfections.
Secure any loose wiring or fastening hardware.
Make sure the coin door is tight and the coin mechs are
well adjusted.
NOTE:
Make sure all assemblies are firmly attached. Anything
that is not mounted securely will rattle when the game is
played. This game makes use of low-frequency sounds
which can cause any loose joints to rattle.
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
The SW51-Dip switches can be found on the main
PCB near the JAMMA connector.
Dip Switch 1 (ON): Normal Play (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 1 (OFF): OPERATOR MODE
Dip switch 2 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 3 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 4 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
The SW5-Dip switches can be found near the flashing
green LED. These are used to adjust monitor resolution
in Kits.
Dip switch 1 (OFF): Medium Resolution (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 1 (ON): Low Resolution
**Dip switch 2 (OFF): Low Resolution B Adjust
Dip switch 2 (ON): Low Resolution A (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 3 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
Dip switch 4 (ON): Always "ON" (DEFAULT)
**If you are experiencing a “jittery” image, try this mode to
correct. Restart the game and adjust the monitor
CONNECTING THE PHONE
LINE
In order for your game to enjoy online features, you
must connect the game to a regular telephone line.
ITNet requires a regular phone line that gives a dial
tone. Phone systems that are not direct outside lines
may not work.
1. Make sure that the supplied long telephone cable is
plugged into the modem connector on the PCB
labeled PHONE 1. Thread the cable through the
mouse hole below the back door.
2. Connect the loose end of the long cable into any
existing telephone jack. Use the included splitter if
you are connecting to a jack already in use.
Connecting to the Wall
IMPORTANT!
Your game will receive code updates through the phone
line, even if you are not registered with the ITNet system.
However, you MUST be registered with ITNet and
appropriate operator papers must be on file with
Incredible Technologies, Inc. or your game will not
receive the ITNet play features.

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NODE CONNECTIONS
If you are planning to place more than one online
machine in a location, you may want to connect them
together so all of the ITNet machines share the same
phone line. Follow the directions below to correctly
daisy chain your cabinets together.
ITNet games can be connected together and share one
phone line. Connect the first game cabinet to the
phone line following the directions on the previous
page.
From the first cabinet, connect the long round 50-foot
telephone cable that is supplied with each game, to the
phone jack on the PCB marked PHONE2. Connect the
other end of this cable into the phone jack marked
PHONE1 on the next cabinet in line. If a third cabinet is
to be connected, attach another telephone cable to the
jack marked PHONE2 on the second cabinet. Attach
the other end of the cable to the jack marked PHONE1
on the third cabinet. Repeat this sequence until all of
your tournament machines are daisy-chained together.
INITIAL POWER-UP
1. Connect the JAMMA Harness.
WARNING!
Make sure the JAMMA harness, hard drive, and all other
connections are plugged in correctly. Damage to the PCB
will occur if the JAMMA connector is plugged in wrong.
2. Check the game inside and out for any
imperfections. Secure any loose wiring or fastening
hardware.
NOTE:
Make sure all assemblies are firmly attached. Anything
that is not mounted securely will rattle when the game is
played. This game makes use of low-frequency sounds
which can cause any loose joints to rattle.
3. Plug in the game and turn it ON.
4. Look and smell for smoke (TURN IT OFF
IMMEDIATELY IF ANY IS NOTICED).
5. Make sure the LED’s on the PCB are flashing. If
not, something is wrong, turn off the game.
6. Listen for sound. Sounds should be heard in the
attract mode if it is a new game on for the first time.
7. How is the picture? Is it centered? Is it too bright? Is
it in focus? Adjust your monitor to get the best
picture possible.
NOTE:
Check your monitor manual to make adjustments. Some
test patterns are available through the game's system
tests by pressing the Test switch. Use them when making
any adjustments. (See System Tests Menu on page 23).
Proper monitor adjustment is very important.
8. Try all coin switches. Drop quarters or tokens
through to check the coin mechs. Insert a dollar bill
into the bill validator and listen for the credits to ring
up. Make sure the game is adding credits. You can
use the PLAYER CONTROL TEST by pressing the
test switch and entering the SYSTEM TESTS
MENU on page 17. Do all of the controls work? Try
playing the game with the volume up and listen for
rattling as you play. Tighten anything that is making
noise.
9. Upon initial power-up, the game will initialize to
factory default settings. These settings affect game
elements such as number of credits per coin,
difficulty settings, etc. The OPERATOR
ADJUSTABLES MODE section will describe how to
alter these settings and view the system audits or
run system tests.
10. If you wish to automatically run a series of system
tests, hold down the START button when you
power up the game cabinet. The game will
automatically perform the MAIN MEMORY, VIDEO
MEMORY, PLAYER CONTROL, SOUND TEST
and HARD DRIVE tests. This is a good, quick way
to check the integrity of your PCB.

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ITNET OPERATOR
REGISTRATION
Follow these simple instructions to become eligible to
operate ITNet online features. If you are already a
registered ITNet operator, you can skip- this step.
1. Fill out the ITNet Debit Account Form, found in
Appendix A, and open a Debit Account at your local
bank.
2. Read and sign the ITNet Operator Agreement,
found in Appendix A.
3. Fax or mail these two forms to Incredible
Technologies, Inc. to become an authorized ITNet
Operator.
4. Once these forms are processed, you will receive
your ITNet Operator ID Card in the mail.
The Operator ID Card allows you to:
Register your games for online play right on-site.
Activate games, add and change location information,
and de-activate games at the location.
Gain access to the personalized IT Operator Services
web site.
Check audits and bookkeeping from your home or
office.
NOTE!:
If you are a brand new ITNet operator and can’t wait for your
Operator ID card to arrive in the mail, you can fax the GAME
REGISTRATION FORM, found in your Appendix A, to Incredible
Technologies. The ITNet staff will then enter your machine’s location
data for you. Please allow 3 to 5 business days for processing. When
your machine calls in, it will automatically register to your account and
activate the online features.
ITNET INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
Follow these simple instructions for game and ITNet
setup.
1. Follow the instructions above to become an ITNet
operator and receive your Operator ID card.
2. Set up your ITS-compatible game cabinet as you
would any other video game. If you have a
tournament version, be sure the LED sign is
properly connected or you will not receive
tournament play. Refer to other sections in this
manual for further help. Power should remain OFF
at this point.
3. Turn on the game. You may have to wait a few
seconds for hard drive access. If the game is not
registered a screen will appear asking you to swipe
your operator card to start the registration process.
If you do not have your card, or do not have it
ready, it will time out after 60 seconds.
4. If the game is already turned on you can still use
your card to register your game. Enter Operator
Mode by pressing the test button inside the coin
door. Then from the MAIN MENU, select ITNet
MENU, then GAME AND LOCATION
REGISTRATION. Follow the On-screen
instructions. Insert your ITNet Operator
Identification Card when prompted.
NOTE:
If you do not have your Operator ID Card yet, you can fax the
Game Registration Form to Incredible Technologies. The ITNet
staff will then enter your machine’s location data for you. Please
allow 2 to 5 business days for processing. When your machine
calls in, it will automatically register to your account and activate
the online features.
5. Enter all of the necessary location information
carefully and accurately. When completed, the
game will automatically attempt to connect to the
ITNet. Pay attention to the various screen
messages as the game makes its call, to spot any
trouble areas.
6. Automatic installation is successful when the screen
displays a SUCCESSFUL message. If any
unsuccessful message appears, the game will try
again automatically in a few minutes, or you can
enter Operator Mode by pressing the test button
inside the coin door and manually force a call. If
your first few attempts to call are unsuccessful,
refer to the troubleshooting guide in your manual or
call your distributor.
7. The game is now connected to the ITNet System
and ready for public play! Online features will be
automatically activated by Incredible Technologies.

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OPERATOR TEST MODE
Enter Operator Test Mode by pressing the Test Button
inside the coin door, or by flipping SW51-DIP Switch 1
to the OFF position. Be sure the DIP Switch is returned
to the ON position to return to the game. Test Mode
allows you to adjust certain game settings and track
valuable audits and bookkeeping information.
Use the gun or test buttons to navigate through the
various menus.
Action Gun Control Switch Control
Scroll Down Gun Trigger Volume Down
Scroll Up Gun Pump Volume Up
Select Start Button Test
Note
The current code version number and the Board Serial ID are
displayed at the top of every menu.
Call-in information is displayed at the bottom of each menu, including
the Local time, the next scheduled call to ITNet, the last successful
ITNet call, and the last attempted call to ITNet.
MAIN MENU
The first screen displayed in Operator Test Mode is the
Main Menu. The Main Menu displays the various
selections available to the operator.
ITNET COLLECTIONS & AUDITS RESET displays the
current machine coin counts, for use in separation of
ITNet fees from your collections. You can also perform
collections and audits resets from this menu.
OPERATOR ADJUSTABLES MENU is used for
customizing the game to your location including player
costs per game, skill level settings, attract mode
sounds, etc.
GAME AUDITS MENU allows you to check your
game’s coin, play option, and lifetime audits.
ITNET MENU is redesigned to take advantage of many
of the ITNet capabilities including registering your
machine with ITNet, disabling/enabling calls to ITNet,
and forcing a call to ITNet.
SYSTEM TESTS MENU verifies the operation of the
hardware, controls, and monitor through easy and
automatic procedures accessed through this menu.
GUN CALIBRATION MENU tests the gun for aiming
and accuracy, to achieve optimal game play ability.
MAILBOX was designed with the operator in mind.
Although it is not functional in this current version, plans
to make this available using ITNet's new capabilities are
in development.
HIGH SCOREBOARDS MENU gives you quick and
easy access to the Regular Play (offline) leaderboards
for each region.
ITNET COLLECTIONS &
AUDITS RESET
Use this screen to assist in bookkeeping when doing
collections from your cabinet. This will show you the
amount of money owed to ITNet as well as your portion
currently in the cabinet.
EXIT is used when you just want to see the current
amount of money in the machine but a collection is not
being made and you do not want to clear the values.
DISPLAY AUDITS will take you to the game audits
menu. This can be useful when trying to do
bookkeeping right at the cabinet or for seeing why the
ITNet portion is a certain amount.
This menu is also accessible from the Main Menu under
Game Audits Menu.
DO COLLECTION, CLEAR VALUES, RESET AUDITS
is used to erase all of the collection counts stored in
memory and reset the game audits. Pressing the
START button here will take you to a verification screen
asking if you are sure. If you say NO, it will take you
back to the collections screen leaving all counts intact.
If you say YES, it will complete the collection and take
you back to the collections screen. You will notice all
dollar amounts are now zero and two messages stating
the collections were cleared and the audits reset will
show up at the bottom in red.

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This screen also displays important collection
information that allows you to accurately determine your
split with your location. Resetting this screen after
every cash box collection will ensure the most accurate
results.
LAST COLLECTION displays the date this screen was
cleared last. Clearing this screen in conjunction with
every collection will keep your readings the same as
your cash box.
TOTALS SINCE LAST COLLECTION displays the total
number of dollars in the machine since the audits were
last reset.
ITNET PORTION displays the amount of money owed
to ITNet. Separate this amount from your collection
before you make your split, if any, with the location.
Deposit this amount into your debit account on a timely
basis to ensure proper funds.
OPERATOR/LOCATION PORTION displays the
amount of money in the machine, minus the ITNet
portion. This is the amount of your collection that you
may split with your location.
NOTE:
In order to make bookkeeping easier, all audits but the lifetime
coin count will reset with each collection, making everything
more synchronized.
OPERATOR ADJUSTABLES MENU
You can control many customizing procedures. The
following are brief descriptions of each adjustable
function and what the screen looks like when displayed.
Remember to select an item from any menu, use the
trigger or pump to highlight the item, and then press the
START button.
GAME MODE SELECTION
This menu allows you to place the game in standard
COIN/MONEY MODE, or choose FREE PLAY.
In COIN/MONEY MODE, the game will only work if
coins (or dollar bills if you have a bill acceptor) are
deposited into the game.
In FREE PLAY, coins are not needed for play, and the
START button is always active.
NOTE:
If FREE PLAY is set to ON, your machine will not allow
tournament or Hunt Club play.

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COIN DOOR SETTINGS
This menu allows you to change the values Big Buck
Hunter™ II reads in for each activated door.
You can set each coin door to different coin/money
values by highlighting DOOR 1 VALUE for coin door 1,
DOOR 2 VALUE for coin door 2, etc. Use the trigger to
increase the value, and the pump to decrease the
value.
SKILL LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
Big Buck Hunter II lets you change the skill level of the
game. This is helpful for locations with younger/novice
players who are less skilled at the game, or
expert/accomplished players who demand a greater
challenge.
To set the game to an easy skill level, highlight EASY.
To set the game to a difficult skill level, highlight HARD.
MEDIUM is the default skill level and approximately the
skill required for the average player. Sometimes it is
best if the skill level is adjusted gradually over a period
of time.
NOTE:
The skill level adjustment will only affect regular play. The skill
level on all Tournament games is controlled by ITS via ITNet, so
every machine plays the same. Hunt Club Play is at a pre-set,
unchangeable level.
PLAYER COST SCHEDULE
The following costs can be set in this menu:
AREA, and REGION, in Regular, offline play,
AREA HUNT CLUB and REGION HUNT CLUB for
Hunt Club play, REGION TOUR for tournament play,
and HUNTING LICENSE fees.
To change any of the costs press the trigger to move to
the option you want to change. Then pressStart button
to select.
NOTE:
This function will only change the OPER FEE, determining the
amount you receive for each game option. Changing the OPER
FEE automatically changes the TOTAL column. The ITNET
FEE is a pre-set, unchangeable amount that will be set and
adjusted by ITNet automatically if needed. Player Hunting
Licenses have pre-set OPER FEEs and ITNET FEEs set by
ITNet.
VOLUME SETTINGS
Select MINIMUM VOLUME to set the softest the
sounds will go.
Once selected, use the trigger and pump on the gun to
set the lowest sound value. The default setting is 30.
GAME VOLUME sets the volume of the sounds and
music during the game. The default setting is 200.
ATTRACT MODE VOLUME sets the loudness or
softness of the sounds and music when no one is
playing. The default setting is 120.

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Your cabinet is also equipped with volume
increase/decrease push buttons located inside the coin
door. These buttons will adjust the current mode that
the game is in. For example, if you are in the attract
mode, the volume buttons will only affect the volume in
the attract mode. If you are in the game, the volume
buttons will only affect the volume in the game.
ATTRACT MODE SOUNDS
This menu is used to adjust the sounds that are heard
while no one is playing the game.
ATTRACT MODE SOUNDS - OFF will not allow any
sounds to be played during the attract mode.
ATTRACT MODE SOUNDS - ON OCCASIONALLY
plays sounds about every ten to twelve times the attract
mode is repeated. This is the default.
ATTRACT MODE SOUNDS - ON ALWAYS will play
sounds during every attract cycle.
VIOLENCE
Big Buck Hunter II allows you to adjust the violence
settings on the game, depending on the location.
NORMAL violence settings displays some blood as the
bucks are shot. This is the default setting.
NO BLOOD removes the graphic elements, but the
references to shots and gunfire remain.
TAGGING ONLY removes all video and audio
references to killing or blood, and replaces them with
references to humane tagging.
EMAIL REQUEST MENU
Your Big Buck Hunter II game will ask players if they
wish to join the ITNet Email Club, where they will
receive periodic information on ITS tournaments,
special events and other exciting news designed to
keep them interested and playing your games. You can
turn this feature off by selecting OFF from this menu.
COIN PAGE PROMPT TEXT
If your Big Buck Hunter II is placed in a location that
uses debit cards or special card pricing, you can
change the request for more money at the start of a
game. Select INSERT COINS for the traditional
message, or SWIPE CARD for the message to request
a card to start the game.