LAI Games Balloon Buster User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................... 5
MACHINE INSTALLATION AND INSPECTION ........................................................................ 6
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................... 7
HEADER INSTALLATION GUIDE .......................................................................................... 9
PRE GAME OPERATION SET UP PROCEDURE ...................................................................... 10
ALIGNMENT .................................................................................................................... 10
ATTACHING BALLOONS AND LOADING PRIZES ................................................................ 10
PRIZE ARM MECH SAFETY ............................................................................................. 12
OPERATION..................................................................................................................... 15
OPERATIONAL DIAGRAM ................................................................................................ 15
ATTRACT MODE............................................................................................................ 16
PLAY MODE .................................................................................................................. 16
TEST MODE .................................................................................................................. 16
TEST MODE DIAGRAM .................................................................................................. 17
SOUND, LAMPS &DISPLAY TEST.................................................................................... 18
SWITCH TEST................................................................................................................ 18
RUN TEST ..................................................................................................................... 20
PROGRAMMABLE ADJUSTMENTS MODE............................................................................ 20
PROGRAMMABLE ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE ............................................................... 21
PROGRAMMABLE ADJUSTMENTS MODE DIAGRAM ...................................................... 21
PROGRAMMABLE ADJUSTMENT BALLOON BUSTER VERSION 2.0 .................................. 22
PROGRAMMABLE ADJUSTMENTS DETAILED ................................................................. 23
AUDITS MODE................................................................................................................. 29
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AUDITS MODE DIAGRAM.............................................................................................. 29
AUDIT PROCEDURE....................................................................................................... 29
AUDITS REFERENCE TABLE............................................................................................ 30
DART ALIGNMENT MODES .............................................................................................. 32
ATTACHING THE FOAM CAP.......................................................................................... 32
SHORTCUT TO AUTO ALIGN .......................................................................................... 32
AUTO ALIGNING THE DART ........................................................................................... 32
ALIGNING THE DART MANUALY .................................................................................... 33
CHECK DART ALIGNMENT ............................................................................................. 33
GAME HISTORY MODE .................................................................................................... 34
GAME HISTORY MODE DIAGRAM.................................................................................. 34
GAME HISTORY PROCEDURE......................................................................................... 34
GAME HISTORY QUICK REFERENCE TABLE..................................................................... 35
WIN HISTORY MODE ....................................................................................................... 35
WIN HISTORY MODE DIAGRAM..................................................................................... 35
WIN HISTORY PROCEDURE............................................................................................ 36
ERRORS AND TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................... 36
ERROR CODE QUICK REFERENCE TABLE......................................................................... 36
TROUBLESHOOTING GAME ERRORS.............................................................................. 38
SECTION A: SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... 41
LOCATING AND ACCESSING PARTS .................................................................................. 42
PCB ACCESS.................................................................................................................. 43
PRIZE LOCKING MECHANISM ........................................................................................ 44
PRIZE SENSOR............................................................................................................... 44
XYZ MECHANISM EXPLODED VIEW................................................................................ 45
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BAFB168 PIN LOCK PCB DETAIL ..................................................................................... 46
DART BOX SWITCH FUNCTIONS DETAIL......................................................................... 56
PARTS DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................... 57
LAMPS............................................................................................................................. 58
MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................ 59
CLEANING AND CHECK UP ............................................................................................ 59
SECTION B: TECHNICAL DETAILS ......................................................................................... 60
MAINS VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT....................................................................................... 61
CONNECTION DETAIL....................................................................................................... 61
MAIN FB66 PCB 28 WAY EDGE CONNECTOR ........................................................................ 61
FB168 PINOUTS............................................................................................................ 62
TICKET DISPENSER REFERENCE GUIDE ............................................................................. 64
BALLOON BUSTER 3D EXPLODED VIEW............................................................................ 68
BALLOON BUSTER 3D EXPLODED VIEW 1......................................................................... 69
BALLOON BUSTER 3D EXPLODED VIEW 2......................................................................... 70
BALLOON BUSTER MAIN WIRING .................................................................................... 71
BALLOON BUSTER CONTROL WIRING .............................................................................. 72
BALLOON BUSTER CONTROL WIRING 1 ........................................................................... 73
BALLOON BUSTER CONTROL WIRING 2 ........................................................................... 74
BALLOON BUSTER CONTROL WIRING 3 ........................................................................... 75
BALLOON BUSTER CONTROL WIRING 4 ........................................................................... 76
BALLOON BUSTER OPTIONAL WIRING............................................................................. 77
BALLOON BUSTER POWER WIRING ................................................................................. 78
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following safety precautions and advisories are used throughout this manual and are
defined as follows.
BE SURE TO READ THE FOLLOWING
* WARNING! *
Disregarding this text could result in serious injury.
* CAUTION! *
Disregarding this text could result in damage to the machine.
* WARNING! *
Always turn OFF Mains AC power and unplug the game before opening or replacing
any parts.
Always grasp the plug, not the line cord, when unplugging the game from an
electrical outlet.
Always connect the Game Cabinet to a grounded electrical outlet with a securely
connected ground line.
Do Not install the Game Cabinet outdoors or in areas of high humidity, direct water
contact, dust, high heat or extreme cold.
Do Not installs the Game Cabinet in areas that would present an obstacle in case of
an emergency, i.e. near fire equipment or emergency exits.
* NOTE! *
Is an advisory text to hint or help understand more!
* CAUTION! *
Always use a Digital Multimeter, logic tester or oscilloscope for testing integrated
circuit (IC) logic PC boards. The use of a continuity tester is not permitted.
Do Not connect or disconnect any of the integrated circuit (IC) logic PC boards while
the power is ON.
Do Not uses any fuse that does not meet the specified rating.
Do Not Subject the game cabinet to extreme temperature variations. Reliability of
electrical components deteriorates rapidly over 60 oC.
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MACHINE INSTALLATION and INSPECTION
When installing and inspecting Balloon Buster, be very careful of the following points and
pay attention to ensure that the players can enjoy the game safely.
Be sure to turn the power OFF before working on the machine.
Make sure the power cord is not exposed on the surface (floor, ground, etc.) where
people walk.
Check that the rubber glide feet levellers are set correctly on the floor so that the game
cabinet is level and stable.
Always make complete connections for the integrated circuit (IC) logic PC Boards and
other connectors. Insufficient insertion can damage the electrical components.
Only qualified personnel should inspect or test the integrated circuit (IC) logic PC Boards.
If any integrated circuit (IC) logic PC Boards should need servicing, please contact the
nearest LAI Games Distributor. (Refer to the back page of this manual)
* CAUTION! *
Before Switching the machine on be sure to check that it has been set on the correct
voltage for your area!
Refer To the mains voltage adjustment section of this manual. Machines are normally
shipped on 220V AC unless otherwise specified.
* WARNING! *
Always Turn OFF mains power before removing safety covers and refit all safety covers
when work is completed.
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INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS! On your purchase of Balloon Buster, a challenging and fun direct prize
vending game from LAI Games.
We hope you take the time to read this manual and learn about the many features and user-
friendly adjustments that can be made to fine-tune the game for maximum earning potential.
DESCRIPTION
The objective of Balloon Buster is to aim a sharpened dart to pop a balloon that is holding a
prize. The dart is aimed using a joystick (or button) to move to the correct horizontal
position and then an UP button is pushed to move the dart vertically. When the UP button is
released, the vertical movement stops and the dart travels forwards towards the balloon.
The dart must be accurately positioned for it to enter the open hole in front of the balloon
and pop it.
HOW TO PLAY
Players try to align the dart so it goes through the hole in front of a balloon and pops it to
release the prize hanging underneath.
Pay to play.
Use the joystick (or button) to move the dart to the desired left/light position.
Press and hold the UP button to move the dart vertically towards the correct target.
Release the UP button to fire the dart to try and pop the balloon.
If the dart position is accurately aligned with the hole, the dart will enter the hole,
pop the balloon, and drop the prize.
PACKAGING
At delivery, the machine should arrive in good condition. To move the packaged machine for
transport or placement, use a forklift and take care not to hit the package or stack heavy
objects on top, as this may cause damage to the machine.
CONTENTS
The Balloon Buster cabinet
Keys: 2 x coin door keys
2 x back door keys
Operator’s manual
IEC Power Cord (In cash box)
Parts & Accessories (In cash box)
Spare Balloons (In cash box)
Balloon Size gauge (In cabinet)
Prize hanging cords (In cash box)
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SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Weight: 205 kg (452lb)
Height with header: 2180 mm (86”)
Height without header: 2000 mm (79”)
Width: 870 mm (34”)
Length: 930 mm (37”)
Power: Maximum 300W –(220V @ 1.6A)(120V @ 2.7A)
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ELECTRIC SUPPLY
The game has the option to operate on an 110V, 120V, 220V or 240V AC 50/60Hz single
phase mains electric supply.
The supply must be a three wire grounded supply.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Ambient temperature: 5C - 40C.
Ambient humidity: Low
Ambient U.V. radiation: Very low
Vibrations level: Low
HEADER INSTALLATION GUIDE
Header Back view Header base on cabinet
After unpacking the header, position it so you can connect the LED lamp to the cabinet.
Position the header so the hook on the cabinet can enter the hole on the back of header.
Secure the header with 2 screws from inside the cabinet.
* CAUTION! *
Before switching the machine on be sure to check that it has been set on the correct
voltage for your area!
Please Refer to the mains voltage adjustment section of this manual. Machines are
normally shipped on 220V AC unless otherwise specified.
Hook
Screws
Holes for Hook
Holes for Screws
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PRE GAME OPERATION SET UP PROCEDURE
ALIGNMENT
Balloon Buster has three modes for dart alignment –Auto Align, Manual Align and Check.
Auto Align will run through all five target holes and automatically align the dart to each hole.
Manual Align allows the operator to manually align the dart to each target hole, using the
dart right, left, forward and backwards buttons on the service panel. Check will automatically
check the dart alignment of each target hole, and log an error if any of the target holes are
incorrectly aligned. See Dart Alignment Mode (page 32) for instructions on how to use each
alignment mode correctly. LAI Games strongly recommends performing an alignment
check every two weeks, when prizes are reloaded, and when the machine is moved.
ATTACHING BALLOONS AND LOADING PRIZES
First, open the target acrylic in front of the prize and balloon holders by unhooking the top
and bottom latches on the right hand side.
Latches
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In newer machines, five steel prize arm shrouds are packed
separately inside the game. These prize arm shrouds can be
removed when loading prizes.
Prize arm and balloon holder mechanism with
shroud removed.
STEP 1
Inflate the balloon and tie a knot in the bottom. Use the balloon
gauge to inflate the balloon to the correct size. Attach the balloon
to the balloon holder by sliding the balloon knot into the shot in the
balloon holder.
STEP 2
Attach the balloon to the balloon
holder.
STEP 3
Hang a prize from the prize arm using the prize string supplied. Use the correct length, so
that the prize is clearly visible to players when hanging below the prize arm shroud.
Slot for shroud hook
Slot for shroud hook
Balloon holder
Prize arm
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STEP 4
Use the hooks on either side of the top edge of the shroud to hang the shroud from the two
slots. After insertion, make sure the shroud is level and fully inserted into both slots.
In older models, prize arm shrouds are bolted on, as shown below. Prize loading works the
same way in these models, prizes and balloons must simply be loaded around the shroud.
PRIZE ARM MECH SAFETY
There are a number of safety measures in place to ensure that prizes are not vended at the
incorrect times.
The side view of
a correctly
loaded prize
arm, with
balloon and
shroud
attached.
The side view of
a correctly
loaded prize
arm, with
balloon. Shroud
is see-through.
If the machine is
tipped forward,
the shroud
prevents the prize
from falling, as
shown here.
As the prize is not
physically attached to the
balloon, the prize will not
drop if a balloon is
deflated or busts outside
of normal gameplay.
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Illustration demonstrating a fully loaded prize area.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Powerful illegal hand-held laser pointers (with an output power of 1 watt or more) are
capable of cutting through coloured prize strings. The law in most countries restricts the
power of laser pointers to around 5mW, but illegal high powered lasers are now available via
the internet.
We strongly recommend that operators of Balloon Buster use white prize strings and white
plastic tie-wraps to attach prizes to strings.
* NOTE! *
If you ever need to release a prize hanger this is easily done using the Run test in the
test mode.
* NOTE! *
Try to place larger prizes on the inside prize arms. If using a mix of prizes, try to stagger
large and small prizes as pictured.
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RECOMMENDED PRIZE WEIGHT AND DIMENSION
Maximum Weight = 1.5 Kg (3.5 lbs.)
Dimension = 280 x 100 x 150 mm
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OPERATION
Balloon Buster has a number of operational modes: Attract mode, Play mode, Test mode,
Programmable Adjustments Mode, Alignment mode, History mode and Audits Mode.
OPERATIONAL DIAGRAM
* NOTE! *
Entering test mode will clear any stored credits
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ATTRACT MODE
The Attract mode provides a light and sound display, while the game is not being played.
This feature is to attract potential customers to play the game. The attract mode sound can
be turned on and off or adjusted for how often it is played (refer to the programmable
adjustment page for instructions).
PLAY MODE
Balloon Buster has two play modes. The Standard Coin Play mode, where a coin must be
inserted to play, and Free Play mode where no coins are necessary.
COIN PLAY
Coin Play mode is entered from Attract mode, by inserting coins in any of the two coin slots
on the front of the machine cabinet, then following the instructions in the “How to Play”
section of this manual.
FREE PLAY
Free Play mode is entered from Attract mode by holding the SERVICE button for longer than
five seconds
F
r
E
E
will be displayed on the 4-digit LED display.
For a single free game, just press the SERVICE button once. When issuing single free games
in this manner, prizes can be won as normal.
TEST MODE
The Balloon Buster test mode has three test configurations that allow you to test the
functionality of the Sound, Light, Display, Game Switches and perform an operational test of
the Dart (refer to the test Mode Diagram below).
The test mode is also used for clearing Game Errors. If there is an active error, its error code
will be displayed. To try to clear the error code, press the red TEST button. The error can be
bypassed by quickly pressing the red TEST button again
* NOTE! *
Entering test Mode will clear any credits remaining in the game.
If during test mode no ADJUSTMENTS or actions are made to
the game for approximately four minutes, it will automatically
RETURN to Attract Mode.
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TEST MODE DIAGRAM
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SOUND, LAMPS & DISPLAY TEST
The Sound, Lamp & Display Test is entered from Attract mode by pressing the red TEST
button until the credit display shows the display test pattern.
DURING THE TEST
Game music and a voice over will be played.
The credit display will count from 0000 to 9999 and then repeat.
The Prize LED will run a test pattern sequence.
The UP button lamps will flash on and off.
The Sound, Display & Dart test is exited by pressing the red TEST button.
SWITCH TEST
The Switch test can be entered by pressing the TEST button once while in the Sound, Lamp &
Display test or by pressing the TEST button while in Attract mode till
C
-
X
X
is displayed
on the 4-digit display where ‘XX’ is a number representing the switch that is active.
TESTING THE GAME SWITCHES
All game switches have a code from C1 to C24 as tabled below. By activating any of the
switches, their code will be displayed on the 4-digit display. In the normal condition with the
dart in the home position,
C
-
1
1
,
C
-
1
2
and
C
-
1
3
will be active and
shown in the 4- Digit display.
* NOTE! *
If there is an active error displayed, press the red TEST button once to try and clear the
error.
If the error code will not clear, it can be bypassed by quickly pressing the red TEST button
twice.
* NOTE! *
The machine will automatically run a brief switch and dart test every time it is switched
on.
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CODE
DISPLAY
SWITCH FUNCTION
C-0
No Input Active
C-1
Door Switch
C-2
Service switch Active
C-3
Ticket Notch (if ticket/capsule option is fitted)
C-4
Coin 1 Switch Active
C-5
Coin 2 Switch Active
C-6
Prize Sensor Active
C-7
UP button Active
C-8
Down Button Active
C-9
Right Button Active
C-10
Left Button Active
C-11
X Home Switch (On Gantry)
C-12
Y Home Switch (On Gantry)
C-13
Z Home Switch (On Gantry)
C-14
`
Z Maximum Switch (On Gantry)
C-15
`
X Maximum Switch (On Gantry)
C-16
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Tilt Sensor
C-17
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Fail Switch
C-18
Reverse Button
C-19
Forward Button
C-20
Left/Right Position Sensor 1
C-21
Left/Right Position Sensor 2
C-22
Left/Right Position Sensor 3
C-23
Left/Right Position Sensor 4
C-24
Left/Right Position Sensor 5
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