LAI Games PRIZE BOX User manual

© LAI Games
OPERATORS MANUAL
PRIZE BOX

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Table of Contents
SAFETY PRCAUTIONS...............................................................................................................................5
MACHINE INSTALLATION AND INSPECTION ...........................................................................................6
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................7
DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................................7
PACKAGING.............................................................................................................................................7
CONTENTS...........................................................................................................................................7
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................7
DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................................................7
GAMEPLAY AND MODES.....................................................................................................................8
OBJECTIVE .......................................................................................................................................8
HOW TO PLAY .................................................................................................................................8
OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................8
GAME SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS.................................................................................................8
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS SW1 ............................................................................................................9
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS SW2 ..........................................................................................................10
HARDWARE TEST AND CLAW POWER SETTINGS..........................................................................11
INTERNAL ACCOUNTING...............................................................................................................12
ERRORS..............................................................................................................................................13
TECHNICAL DETAILS ..............................................................................................................................14
MAIN GAME PCB...............................................................................................................................14
GAME SWITCHES...........................................................................................................................14
GAME PCB PIN INFORMATION .........................................................................................................15
J1 ...................................................................................................................................................15
J2 ...................................................................................................................................................15
J3 ...................................................................................................................................................15
J4 ...................................................................................................................................................16
J5 ...................................................................................................................................................16
J6 ...................................................................................................................................................16
J7 ...................................................................................................................................................16
J8 ...................................................................................................................................................16
J9 ...................................................................................................................................................17
CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY.................................................................................................................17
PRIZE SENSOR PCB ............................................................................................................................17
ONE ...............................................................................................................................................17
TWO ..............................................................................................................................................17
PCB DIP SWITCHES AND TEST SWITCHES..........................................................................................18

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SAFETY PRCAUTIONS
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.
* NOTE! *
Is an advisory text to hint or help understand.
* 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 install the Game Cabinet in areas that would present an obstacle in case of an
emergency, i.e. near fire equipment or emergency exits.
* 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 Prize Box 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 levelers 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 Prize Box by 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
Prize Box is a compact and easy to understand claw game that gives players an advantage by letting
them see the playing field from the top down.
PACKAGING
CONTENTS
Prize Box Cabinet
Operator Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Height: 908mm
Width: 853mm
Length: 850.25mm
Power: 140W, 120VAC / 240VAC.
Please ensure that your power supplies are set correctly before applying power.

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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Ambient temperature: 5C - 40C
Ambient humidity: Low
Ambient U.V. radiation: Very low
Vibrations level: Low
GAMEPLAY AND MODES
OBJECTIVE
Players aim to position the claw in the correct position so that when they lower it, they are able to
grab a prize and bring it back to the prize chute.
HOW TO PLAY
1. Coin in.
2. Move the claw to the desired location using the joystick.
3. Press the button to lower the claw.
4. The claw then attempts to grab onto a prize.
5. The claw returns to the home position, whether it successfully grabbed a prize or not.
6. If a prize was grabbed, it is released into the prize chute.
OPERATION
GAME SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS
ENTER GAME SETTINGS MODE
Turn the machine on, and press S1 to enter settings mode.
Continue to press S1 to cycle through the settings.
Function or Mode shown in the Display
Description
00
Normal operation
10- Switch and Input Test
The code value of the switch and Inputs are
displayed in the second LED display (please refer
to the “Switch Test Codes” in the table below)
20- Forward and backward Crane Movement
Test
This is to operate and test the forward and
backward motors, control circuit, front and back
limit switches.
Use the Joystick to move forward and backward,
pressing the drop switch returns to normal
operation.
S1
The left display
indicates currently
selected setting

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30- Left and right Crane Move, Movement
Test
This is to Operate and test the left and right
motors, control circuit, left and right limit
switches.
Use the Joystick to move left and right, pressing
the drop switch returns to normal operation.
40-Up and down Claw Movement Test
This is to Operate and test the up and down
motor, control circuit, up and down limit switches.
Use the drop switch to lower and raise the claw.
50-Strong Claw Power Adjustment (NOTE:
the Strong Power setting must be more than
the Weak Power Setting)
Move the Joystick forward and backward to
change the claw grab power voltage, Press the
Drop Switch to close and check the claw power.
Adjust the voltage so the claw has a strong holding
power for the Plush/Toys that are used
60-Weak Claw Power Adjustment (NOTE: the
Weak Power setting must be less than the
Strong Power Setting)
Move the Joystick forward and backward to
change the claw grab power voltage, press the
Drop Switch to close and check the claw power.
Adjust the voltage so the claw only just holds the
Plush/Toys that are used.
70 –Up Down Speed
Sets the up and down speed of the motor.
80 –Left Right / Front Back Speed
Sets the left to right and front to back speed of the
motor.
81 –Coins Per Credit
This controls how many coins need to be inserted
before a credit is granted. Move the joystick
forwards and backwards to adjust from 1 –20.
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS SW1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
The frequency control form of strong and weak power
to catch the dolls- SW1
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Not Used always OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 5 Games
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 10 Games
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 15 Games
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 20 Games
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 25 Games
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 30 Games
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 35 Games
ON
ON
ON
OFF
Setting for approximately one win every 40 Games
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 45 Games
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 50 Games
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 55 Games
ON
ON
OFF
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 60 Games
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 65 Games
ON
OFF
ON
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 70 Games
OFF
ON
ON
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 75 Games
ON
ON
ON
ON
Setting for approximately one win every 80 Games

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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS SW2
Coin
Numbers
Gantry
Adjust
Game
Time
Adjust
Claw
Adjust
(not in
air)
Background
Music
(standby
mode)
Background
Music
No
Function
SW2 Coin Number
Settings and Functions
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
-
Standard music
ON
Kids music
-
Background music replays
every 10 minutes
ON
Background music replays
in less than 10 minutes
-
No catch when not in air
ON
Catch function in air
-
20 seconds game time
ON
25 seconds game time
-
Gantry return
synchronous
ON
Gantry return non-
synchronous
-
-
1 game
ON
-
2 games
-
ON
3 games
ON
ON
4 games

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HARDWARE TEST AND CLAW POWER SETTINGS
For the game to control payout correctly it is important to set the Claw Power correctly for
differently sized or weighted toys.
To enter the Test and Claw settings, press the S1 button on the Main PCB, the larger button next to
the 7 Segment Displays. The settings are as follows in the table below:
10- Switch Test and Numbers Displayed
Value
Switch
Value
Switch
1
Forward Switch
9
Front Stop Switch
2
Back Switch
10
Back Stop Switch
3
Left Switch
11
Right Stop Switch
4
Right Switch
12
Left Stop Switch
5
Down Switch
13
Up Stop Switch
6
Crane Drop Switch
14
Down Stop Switch
7
Coin Switch
15
Main Board Clear Switch
8
Prize Sensor
16
Main Board Test Switch
S 2
S1

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INTERNAL ACCOUNTING
VIEW INFORMATION
1. While the game is in attract mode, press the S2 button.
2. The drop OK button and joystick will flash to confirm that the accounting mode has been
entered.
3. The credit display will now show a 1. This is the resettable coin counter audit number. The
internal displays will show the amount. The credit display will show the audit location (1),
and the internal display on the CPU will display the actual resettable count in memory at
that location (1).
4. Press the drop OK button, and the credit display will change to display a 2. This is the
resettable prize counter. The internal displays will show the amount. The information at
Audit location 2 is displayed on the CPU like above.
5. Press the drop OK button, and the credit display will change to display a 3. This is the non-
resettable coin counter. This is the resettable coin counter audit number. The internal
displays will show the amount. The information at Audit location 3 is displayed on the CPU
like above.
6. Press the drop OK button, and the credit display will change to display a 4. This is the non-
resettable prize counter. The internal displays will show the amount. The information at
Audit location 4 is displayed on the CPU like above.
7. Pressing the drop OK button again will cycle back to display a 1. The internal displays will
show the amount. The information at Audit location 1 is displayed on the CPU like above.
8. To exit this mode, turn the game off, then on.
CLEAR INFORMATION
To clear the data stored in resettable counters (non-resettable counters cannot be reset), follow the
instructions below.
1. While the game is switched off, hold down the S2 button and power the game on.
2. The credit and internal displays (located on the circuit board) will start counting up number,
the joystick and drop OK button will flash, and music will play without stopping.
3. Press the drop OK button to return to attract mode and normal operation.
4. Drop a coin into the game to ensure that it is operating normally

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ERRORS
Error Number
Error Description
Solution
02
Time Out Error for claw not reaching
the Down Stop switch in a certain
amount of time.
Examine cabling for front and
back motor and Down stop
switch. Verify switch and
motor operation.
03
Time Out Error for claw not reaching
the Up Stop limit switch in a certain
amount of time.
Examine cabling for up and
down motor and Up stop
switch. Verify switch and
motor operation.
04
Time Out Error for the crane
assembly not returning to the Left
Stop switch in a certain amount of
time.
Examine cabling for left and
right motor and Left Stop
switch. Verify switch and
motor operation.
05
Time Out Error for the crane
assembly not returning to the Front
Stop switch in a certain amount of
time.
Examine cabling for left and
right motor and Front Stop
switch. Verify switch and
motor operation.
24
Memory fault on main board.
Clear memory through game
settings. If unable to resolve,
contact LAI Games for repair.
30
Coin Switch error.
Check coin mechanism for
blocked coins. Check wiring
and coin switch settings.
32
Prize optos blocked or faulty.
Clear or remove any items
blocking the optos. Examine
and repair optic sensors if
faulty.
33
Prize out sensor is damaged or has a
weak signal.
Check the sensor is not
blocked.
For additional assistance, please contact the LAI Games Service Department.

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TECHNICAL DETAILS
MAIN GAME PCB
GAME SWITCHES
SWITCH ONE
SWITCH TWO
It is advised that anybody using SECTION B for repairing or modifying any of
the components of the game should be a qualified technician, having at least a
basic knowledge of digital components, integrated circuits and electricity.

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DIPSWITCHES
VOLUME CONTROL
GAME PCB PIN INFORMATION
J1
J1
1
2
Speaker+
Speaker-
.
J2
J2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Up
Switch
Gnd
Joystick
back
Joystick
front
Joystick
right
Joystick
left
Down Switch
J3
J3
Front and back motor+
1
1
4
Front and back motor-
Left and right motor+
2
1
5
Left and right motor-
Up and down motor+
3
1
6
Up and down motor-
Claw coil power+
4
1
7
Claw coil power-
Back stop micro switch ON
5
1
8
GND
Front stop micro switch ON
6
1
9
GND

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Right stop micro switch ON
7
2
0
GND
Left stop micro switch ON
8
2
1
GND
Up stop micro switch ON
9
2
2
GND
Down stop micro switch ON
1
0
2
3
GND
Empty
1
1
2
4
Empty
Empty
1
2
2
5
Empty
Empty
1
3
J4
J4
1
2
3
4
5
6
GND
Insert coin 1 signal
NO
+12V
GND
Insert coin 2 signal
NO
+12V
J5
J5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
GND
Prize signal NO
+12V
GND
Right stop micro
switch ON
+12V
GND
SSR
+12V
J6
J6
1
2
3
+12V
Out
list
Coin in
J7
J7
1
2
3
4
5
6
GND
+5V
GND
+48V
+12V
J8
J8(2510-5P)
1
2
3
4
5
Switch Light-
+12V

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J9
J9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
COM5
COM4
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY
PRIZE SENSOR PCB
ONE
P1
1
2
3
+12V
Prize NO
GND
TWO
P2
1
2
+5V
GND

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PCB DIP SWITCHES AND TEST SWITCHES
1. SW1, SW2, Dip Switch (Note Dip Switch 3 is Not Used and not installed on the PCB)
2. Switch 2
3. Switch 1
4. Volume Adjustment

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Disclaimer
OPERATOR WILL TAKE NOTE
By accepting delivery of and placing this hardware and licensed software into operation, the
Operator represents and warrants that it will only operate the hardware and licensed
software provided by LAI Games in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the
country, state, and/or municipality in which the hardware and licensed software are used
and/or operated. LAI Games has provided this hardware and licensed the software only for
legitimate and legal use, and any use of the hardware and licensed software in a manner
that violates any laws of the country, state, and/or municipality in which the hardware and
licensed software are used and/or operated is wholly unauthorized and shall be at
Operator’s sole and complete risk.
Operator assumes any and all risk and liability for any civil or criminal legal claims or causes
of action arising from the unauthorized use and/or operation of the provided hardware and
licensed software, such improper and unauthorized use specifically including, but not
limited to:
(a) Operating or allowing the operation of the hardware and licensed software in a
manner that violates the laws and regulations of the country, state, and/or
municipality in which the hardware and licensed software are used or operated;
(b) Assembling or causing the assembly of the hardware in a manner not authorized by
or disclosed in this manual;
(c) Any tampering with, changes to, or modifications of the licensed software that occur
after the software leaves LAI Games’ factory that is not made by authorized LAI
Games personnel and that is directly or indirectly caused by Operator; and
(d) Any tampering with the computer chip/electronic programmable read only memory
(EPROM) by or on behalf of Operator that directly or indirectly causes the tamper-
indicating holographic seal on the computer chip/EPROM to be broken or damaged
in any way.
LAI Games shall have no liability related to such improper and unauthorized use and/or
operation of the hardware and licensed software, and Operator shall indemnify, defend,
and hold LAI Games harmless for any claim or cause of action brought against LAI Games
arising from Operator’s or Operator’s representative’s improper and unauthorized use
and/or operation of the hardware and licensed software.
Any improper and unauthorized use shall completely and totally void any and all warranties,
both express and implied, of the hardware and licensed software provided by LAI Games.

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WARRANTY
LAI Games warrants its manufactured products for a period of 3 months inclusive of parts
and labor from the date of sale.
LAI Games exclusive obligation is to repair any item with any defects as a result of faulty
workmanship or materials, providing the defective item or items of equipment are returned
to the LAI Games distributor from which the machine was purchased.
LAI Games shall have no obligation to make repairs necessitated by negligence or
interference to any component by any unauthorized personal. This will automatically void
any existing warranty.
IF MAKING A WARRANTY CLAIM:
(a) A Copy of the sales invoice must accompany the claim.
(b) To and from Transport and freight costs are not covered by the warranty.
(c) Warranty is not transferable with the sale of a machine from one owner to another.