Midway Offroad Thunder User manual

DECEMBER 1999
16-20035-101
Sit-In,
Dedicated
27” Video
Game
Operation Manual
•1-Setup •2-Operation •3-Audits •4-Wiring •5-Servicing •6-Troubleshooting •7-Parts
Midway Games Inc., 3401 North California Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60618–5899 USA
http://www.midway.com
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QUICK-START LINKING GUIDE
NOTICE: Before completing installation, verify that each cabinet has a separate and
unique ID. Otherwise the link won’t function. For further information, see Linked Play
Adjustments Menu in Chapter Three of the operation manual.
NOTICE: To link three or four cabinets, you must use an Ethernet hub.
SET UP THE LINKS
[ ] 1. Switch off power to all cabinets. Remove cabinet access doors and linking cables. Check cabinet
linking cables. One end of each linking cable must attach to the Arcade Computer’s network
interface jack.
[ ] 2. To link two cabinets: If you’re only linking two cabinets, use one coupler. You don’t need a hub.
(You’ll find a coupler in a Manila envelope, inside the cashbox.)
[ ] 3. To link three or more cabinets: You need to add a hub to your network. Place the hub near the
rear of the cabinets. Connect all linking cables. When you use a hub, don’t use any couplers.
[ ] 4. Turn on cabinet power.
ADJUST GAME OPTIONS
CAUTION: Don’t connect or disconnect cables to the game electronics or hub with the
power on. Otherwise, you may damage the electronics and void your warranty.
[ ] 1. Find the diagnostic switches behind each cabinet’s coin door. Press and hold each cabinet’s
TEST MODE button to enter the Menu System.
[ ] 2. From each cabinet’s Operator Menu, select the Adjustments Menu.
[ ] 3. From each cabinet’s Adjustments Menu, select the Linked Play Adjustments Menu.
[ ] 4. LINKED PLAY. At each cabinet, set the LINKED PLAY option to YES.
[ ] 5. UNIT ID. Each cabinet must have a unique unit ID. Set the option UNIT ID to a separate number
for each cabinet.
[ ] 6. EXIT the menu system. If you changed any unit IDs, turn off all machines.
[ ] 7. RESTART ALL CABINETS. After the machines reinitialize, they’ll operate in Linked Mode.
[ ] 8. TEST THE SYSTEM. Test the network by playing a Linked Mode game on all linked machines.

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Setup 1-1
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SETUP
Fill out and mail in the Game Information Card. Include the product serial number from the label
on the rear of the cabinet. For your records, write the product serial number in the manual.
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________________________________________________
NOTICE: The term VGM refers to the video game machine.

Setup 1-2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety instructions apply to operators and service personnel. Read these instructions before
preparing your VGM (video game machine) for play. Other safety instructions appear throughout this
manual.
DEFINITIONS OF SAFETY TERMS
DANGER indicates an imminent hazard. If you fail to avoid this hazard, it will cause death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a potential hazard. If you fail to avoid this hazard, it could cause death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potential hazard. If you fail to avoid this hazard, it may cause minor or moderate
injury. CAUTION also alerts you about unsafe practices.
NOTICE indicates information of special importance.
WARNING: TRANSPORTING VGMS. This VGM contains glass and fragile electronic
devices. Use appropriate care when transporting this VGM. Avoid rough handling when
moving the cabinet. Don’t move this VGM with the power on.
WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER. Always turn the power OFF and unplug the VGM
before attempting service or adjustments. Installing or repairing PC boards with power
ON can damage components and void the warranty. Be sure that you securely install
ground wires.
WARNING: GROUND VGMS. Avoid electrical shocks! Don’t plug in a VGM until you
have inspected and properly grounded it. Only plug this VGM into a grounded, three-
wire outlet. Don’t use a “cheater” plug, or cut off the ground pin on the line cord.
WARNING: HAZARD TO EPILEPTICS. A small portion of the population has a
condition which may cause epileptic seizures or momentary loss of consciousness
when viewing certain kinds of flashing lights or patterns that are present in our daily
environment. These persons experience seizures while watching some television
pictures or playing certain video games. People who have not had seizures may
nonetheless have an undetected epileptic condition.
If anyone in your family has experienced symptoms linked to an epileptic condition
(e.g., seizures or loss of awareness), consult your physician before using video games.
Parents should observe their children while they play video games. If you or your child
experience the following symptoms: dizziness, altered vision, eye or muscle twitching,
involuntary movements, loss of awareness, disorientation, or convulsions, discontinue
use immediately and consult your physician.

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WARNING: AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCKS. This video game machine does not utilize
an isolation transformer. Internal, cabinet AC isn’t isolated from the external, AC line.
WARNING: HANDLE FLUORESCENT TUBE AND CRT WITH CARE. If you drop a
fluorescent tube or CRT and it breaks, it will implode! Shattered glass can fly eight feet
or more from the implosion.
CAUTION: CHECK POWER SELECTOR. Set the 110/220VAC selector on the power
supply for the correct line voltage. Check the selector setting before switching on the
VGM.
CAUTION: USE PROPER FUSE. Avoid electrical shock! Replacement fuses must be
of the same type as those they replace. Fuse voltage and current ratings must match
ratings on the original fuse.
CAUTION: ATTACH CONNECTORS PROPERLY. Be sure that printed circuit board
(PCB) connectors mate properly. If connectors don’t slip on easily, don’t force them. A
reversed connector may damage your VGM and void the warranty. Connector keys only
allow a connector to fit one set of pins on a board.
CAUTION: TAKE CARE WHEN SHIPPING HARD DISKS. The hard disk drive must be
packed in an anti-static bag. When shipping the drive for repair or replacement, pack it
in an approved container (P/N 08-8068). Never stack or drop hard disk drives.
NOTICE: This manual is subject to change without notice. Midway reserves the right to make
equipment improvements as engineering progress warrants.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Requirements
Location
Domestic
Foreign
Japan
Electrical Power
120VAC @ 60Hz 4.0 Amps
230VAC @ 50Hz 2.0 Amps
100VAC @ 50Hz 4.0 Amps
Temperature
32°F to 100°F
(0°C to 38°C)
Humidity
Not to exceed 95% relative
Cabinet Statistics
Shipping Dimensions
Cabinet Shipping Dimensions Seat Pedestal Shipping Weight Cabinet
Boxed, 360 lbs. (163 kg.)
Seat pedestal
Width
Depth
Height
32.0" (81.3 cm)
42" (169 cm)
76.0" (193 cm)
Width
Depth
Height
22.0”(55.8 cm)
36.0”(91.4 cm)
51.0”(130 cm) Boxed, 125 lbs. (56.8 kg.)
Equipment Characteristics
Video Monitor
Medium Resolution RGB
27”(63.5 cm) CRT
Audio System
Digital Stereo Sound
Two 5.5”(14 cm) and
One 6.5”(16.5 cm) Spkr
Currency Acceptors
2 Coin Mechanism, Coin Counter
Dollar Bill Validator Ready
Electronic Coin Acceptor Ready

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PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
•Standalone Units
Each VGM (video game machine) is ready to play right out of the box. You can use the VGM Menu
System to set player variables in advance. Or you can leave these choices to players.
•Linked Units
Linking allows players to compete against each other (on one course). Operator menus are the same
as in stand-alone VGMs. With a coupler and linking cable, you can connect two VGMs. (You can
connect up to four VGMs with the optional Hub Linking Kit.) You’ll find a coupler in the spare parts
envelope. Look in the cashbox. The linking cable is factory installed.
INSTALLATION & INSPECTION
WARNING: The cabinets are top-heavy. While moving the cabinets, don’t push against
plastic parts.
[ ] 1. Remove and set aside items from the shipping containers. Remove all packing material. Inspect
for damage. Check the main cabinet exterior, the control section and the seat pedestal.
[ ] 2. Remove the keys from the steering wheel. Unlock and open the coin, cash box, and rear doors.
You’ll find electrical cords, mechanical components, and VGM spare parts inside the cash box.
[ ] 3. You can install an extra padlock to secure the rear door. You’ll find a hasp in the spare parts bag.
Remove the two lock bracket nuts from inside the cabinet, above the rear door opening. Slide the
hasp onto the bolts. Now the hasp should protrude from the hole in back of the cabinet. Reinstall
and tighten nuts.
CABINET SECURITY MODIFICATIONS
[ ] 4. Modify the lock plate at the top of the rear door. Remove the bolts and nuts from the lock plate.
Rotate the plate so that the slot will be above the door. Reinstall and tighten the bolts and nuts.

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[ ] 5. Install one nut onto each leg leveler. Tilt the cabinet onto its side. Locate four threaded holes
under the cabinet. Install a leveler and nut into each hole. Don’t tighten the nuts yet.
[ ] 6. Tilt the seat pedestal onto its side. Locate three threaded holes under the seat pedestal. Install a
leveler and nut into each hole. Don’t tighten the nuts yet.
[ ] 7. Locate the caster wheel assemblies. Attach one caster onto each group of threaded studs. The
cabinet uses four swivel casters. The seat pedestal uses three. Place the swivel caster in front.
Place two locking casters in back. Tighten the caster mounting nuts very firmly.
INSTALL CASTERS AND LEVELERS
[ ] 8. Stand the cabinet upright and make certain that it rests in a stable position. Move cabinet to its
play location. Maintain clearance between the cabinet and walls, drapes, other VGMs, etc. Lower
each leg leveler until the cabinet is stable and level. Adjust the levelers to raise the wheels up off
the floor. Distribute the cabinet’s weight equally on each corner. Tighten the leveler nuts.
[ ] 9. Install the rear door. Close and lock this door. Leave the other doors open for now.
LOCATION OF SEAT PEDESTAL MOUNTING HOLES

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[ ] 10. To protect seat pedestal mounting rails during shipment, the factory bolts them inside the cabinet.
Remove the 1/4-20 hex-head bolts that secure the rails. Slide the rails partway out of the bottom-
front cabinet opening. (See the nearby diagram for proper placement.)
[ ] 11. Fasten down the rails in this new position. Firmly tighten the rail bolts, but don’t torque them down.
Slide the seat pedestal onto the rails. Vertically position the rails. Remove the seat pedestal.
Tighten the rail bolts with a wrench.
NOTICE: When you install the seat pedestal, take care to avoid pinching wires!
[ ] 12. Roll the seat pedestal near the cabinet. Leave enough space to attach the wiring harness. Mate
each seat pedestal cable connector with its cabinet cable connector. Press connectors firmly to
seat contacts.
[ ] 13. Align the seat pedestal
opening with the rail ends.
Slide the seat pedestal
forward onto the extended
mounting rails. Align holes.
Attach the seat pedestal using
1/4-20, tamper-resistant
screws and large flat
washers. You’ll find a T27
wrench with the spare parts.
Use it to tighten these screws
firmly.
INSTALL THE LINE CORD
[ ] 14. The power cord is in the
cashbox. Match the holes on
the IEC plug with the prongs
in the receptacle. Push the
plug firmly to seat it.
[ ] 15. Before you plug in the VGM,
verify line voltage compati-
bility with the machine. Then
plug the VGM into a grounded
(3-terminal) AC wall outlet.
Switch on the VGM at the
on/off switch. (This switch is
on the cabinet roof. Face the
cabinet’s back. Find the on/off
switch to your right.) The
VGM will power up and begin
self-diagnostics. If diagnostics
find no errors, the VGM
enters Attract Mode. (Racing
scenes and sounds, player
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[ ] 16. Unlock and open the coin door. Locate the control switches. Press TEST MODE to enter the
Menu System.
[ ] 17. Select “DISK TESTS”at the Diagnostics Menu. Run all the tests in order to verify correct drive
operation.
[ ] 18. Select “SWITCH TESTS”at the Diagnostics Menu. Check to be sure that all control switches
work.
[ ] 19. Select “SOUND TESTS”at the Diagnostics Menu. Verify operation of each speaker.
[ ] 20. Select “FORCE FEEDBACK TESTS”at the Diagnostics Menu. Verify the presence of steering
resistance.
[ ] 21. Select “CALIBRATE CONTROLS”at the Main Menu. Set steering and throttle limits for maximum
accuracy.
[ ] 22. Select “START THE GAME”at the Main Menu. The system should enter Attract Mode. Open the
coin door and press the SERVICE CREDITS button to allow game play. Press the START button
to begin play. Listen to the audio while playing the game. Note sound irregularities (phase
problems, no low frequencies, mono audio from stereo speakers, etc.). If necessary, check the
wiring harness for internal shorts or strapped connections.
[ ] 23. Change the volume and make adjustments as necessary. Close and lock all open doors. Tighten
the leveler nuts. Engage the caster locks.
LINKED OPERATION
Equipment Requirements
Linked Mode permits players to compete between networked cabinets in real time. The linking program is
player selectable, so that each cabinet serves player needs.
To achieve linked operation, you must connect cabinets. The factory installs one linking cable in each
cabinet.
Coupler
Cabinet
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Coupler
Link Two Cabinets with a Coupler
•TO LINK TWO CABINETS, use a crossover coupler. All cabinets contain a crossover coupler to
connect two cabinets together. Use only one coupler between each pair of cabinets. The coupler
employs passive electronics. Passive electronics limit the cable length and number of cabinets that
you can link. Most operations attach linked cabinets, but you can separate cabinets by up to 25 feet.
You can add linked cabinet pairs as necessary.

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Game
Network
Hub
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Game Game
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Link Up to Four Cabinets with a Hub
•TO LINK MORE THAN TWO CABINETS, use a network hub. Notice that the hub replaces the
coupler between cabinets. Each hub can connect several cabinets. In fact, the hub’s active electronics
permits use of large networks. You can add linked cabinets as necessary. The network hub’s active
circuits also allow you to use long cables. Most operations attach linked cabinets, but you can
separate cabinets by up to 300 feet.
•THE DELUXE LINKING KIT (Model 25735) contains a lighted, overhead sign and cabinet connector
brackets.
NOTICE: You can’t link more than four cabinets.
Networking Pointers
•Protect exposed wiring from player foot traffic, cleaning crews, service personnel, etc. Use approved
conduit or wire channels to support cables. Network modular connectors don't include strain relief.
•Keep cables away from heat, moisture and electromagnetic fields. (Avoid neon signs, fluorescent
fixtures, two-way radios, cordless telephones, power circuits, speaker wiring, etc.).
•Universal RJ-45 modular plugs aren't keyed, numbered, or coded. Clearly mark cabinet network
connections. Otherwise, someone could confuse them with computer or telephone circuits.
•The factory supplies network cables with the cabinets. These cables will reach the hub in networks of
four or fewer cabinets.
•Use only Category 5, twisted pair cable.
•If you want to monitor network activity, you can locate the hub remotely. You can use long cables, if
they satisfy these requirements: (1) Cables must not exceed a length of 328 feet or 100 meters. (2)
Cables must be Category 3 (or higher), 100 ohm, unshielded, twisted pair, communications-grade
wiring. (3) You must not use standard telephone cables.

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Wiring the Network
NOTICE: Don't use crossover couplers in a hub installation. Otherwise, your network
won’t operate properly.
[ ] 1. Raise the leg levelers. Roll the cabinets to their destination. Lower the leg levelers.
[ ] 2. Verify VGM operation. Make necessary repairs or adjustments before making changes to the
cabinets.
[ ] 3. Shut down all machines.
[ ] 4. Place the hub near the center of the linked cabinet array.
[ ] 5. You’ll find a linking cable coiled up inside each cabinet. Cut the cable tie. Locate the cable’s free
end. Uncoil enough cable to reach the hub through the rear box of the cabinet.
[ ] 6. Check the other end of the cable. It should attach to an Arcade Computer network jack. You’ll find
this jack in the middle cabinet box.
[ ] 7. Recoil and retie the remainder of the cable. Repeat the cable connection steps at the other
cabinets.
[ ] 8. Plug the cabinet linking cables into any of the jacks on the hub rear panel.
[ ] 9. Plug the hub’s AC power adapter into its jack on the hub.
[ ] 10. Set the hub front panel switch to the LNK (link) position.
[ ] 11. Retract excess cable into the cabinet coils so that the cables don't touch the floor. Retracting the
cable keeps it away from cabinet wheels during relocation.
[ ] 12. Connect the AC Adapter and line cords to AC power. Turn on each of the cabinets. Examine the
screens of all cabinets.
CAUTION: Don’t connect or disconnect cables to the VGM electronics or hub with the
power on. Otherwise, you may damage the electronics and void your warranty.
[ ] 13. Restart all machines.
[ ] 14. The cabinets will begin the Power-On Self Test. If the test doesn’t find any errors, each cabinet
enters its Attract Mode automatically.
[ ] 15. Start up linked cabinets and ensure that each cabinet's player controls affect the same vehicle on
all screens. The CPU and hub LEDS will indicate communication activity between the two
cabinets.
[ ] 16. Close and lock the coin doors. Reinstall and lock the rear cabinet doors. Lower all leg levelers
until wheels lift off of the floor. Then level the cabinets.
Network Software Setup
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[ ] 2. Find the diagnostic switches behind each cabinet’s coin door. Press and hold each cabinet’s
TEST MODE button to enter the Menu System.
[ ] 3. From each cabinet’s Operator Menu, select the Adjustments Menu.
[ ] 4. From each cabinet’s Adjustments Menu, select the Linked Play Adjustments Menu.
[ ] 5. LINKED PLAY. At each cabinet, set the LINKED PLAY option to YES.
[ ] 6. UNIT ID. Each cabinet must have a unique unit ID. Set the option UNIT ID to a separate number
for each cabinet.
[ ] 7. EXIT the menu system. If you changed any unit IDs, turn off all machines.
[ ] 8. RESTART ALL CABINETS. After the machines reinitialize, they’ll operate in Linked Mode.
[ ] 9. TEST THE SYSTEM. Test the network by playing a Linked Mode game on all linked machines.

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GAME OPERATION
STARTING UP
Whenever you turn on the machine or restore power, the system executes boot ROM code. The boot
ROM contains self-diagnostic tests. These tests automatically verify and report the condition of the CPU
and other hardware. If the hardware fails a test, the system displays an error message.
Having passed power-up tests, the system enters Attract Mode. Attract Mode consists of typical game
scenes and sounds, alternating with high scores. Attract Mode continues until game play commences.
Players insert currency or tokens to start the game. Each player selects a truck and a course. Play begins
after a countdown period. The game will progress until players quit or exhaust their playtime. At Game-
Over Mode, players may choose to begin again. If players choose not to continue, then the system returns
to Attract Mode.
ARCADE COMPUTER
This game uses an Arcade Computer to control its functions. The Arcade Computer is a customized
personal computer. Housing the Arcade Computer is a PC-like case. Inside, you’ll recognize the
motherboard, plug-in cards, modular power supply, disk drives, etc. Despite these familiar features,
Midway optimized this computer specifically for this game. The Arcade Computer design permits improved
upgradability and service access without sacrificing ruggedness or reliability.
PLAYER CONTROLS
•ACCELERATOR. The accelerator pedal controls vehicle speed and acceleration.
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•BRAKE. The brake pedal stops the vehicle, just like a real brake.
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•GEARSHIFT. The gearshift lever controls the amount of engine torque that reaches the wheels. The
player may choose manual or automatic shift operation. Manual shift operation requires the player to
upshift while accelerating and downshift while decelerating. (This shift has no reverse gear.) Players
select automatic or manual shift trucks before racing. Manual shift trucks allow skilled drivers more
control and faster starts.
•NITRO BUTTON. The NITRO button is on the end of the shift lever. If the nitro feature is active,
pressing NITRO adds a power burst. (The button illuminates when nitro is available.)
•START BUTTON. The START button allows a player to begin or continue play, select courses and
trucks, etc.
•STEERING WHEEL. The steering wheel aims the vehicle and provides course condition feedback.
•SLAM CAM. The red SLAM CAM button displays the cockpit view. The viewpoint is from the driver’s
seat inside the truck.
•CRASH CAM. The orange CRASH CAM button provides a close-up, aerial view of the course. The
viewpoint is from above and behind the truck. A truck camera would see this view.
•CHOPPER CAM. The yellow CHOPPER CAM button provides a distant aerial view of the course. The
viewpoint is from above and behind the truck. A tracking helichopper camera would see this view.

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Player Panel Controls
OPERATOR CONTROLS
CABINET CONTROLS
•DIP Switches on the MagicBusBoard set some system variables. These DIP switches are for
factory use only. Keep them set at their default value, all off. You can adjust game variables, check
bookkeeping totals and perform diagnostics with diagnostic control switches.
•The Monitor Remote Control Board allows you to adjust the video display for optimum viewing.
•The Cabinet POWER Switch turns off the game, but does not reset game variables.
•The Computer POWER Switch turns off the computer. It is on the Arcade Computer. During service
procedures, leave this switch on. Use the main power switch to control the power.
DIAGNOSTIC CONTROL SWITCHES
•The SERVICE CREDITS Button allots credits without changing the game's bookkeeping total. The
Menu System occasionally assigns a function to SERVICE CREDITS. Check screen directions for
these additional functions.
•The TEST MODE Button causes the game to enter the menu system. To access the Menu System,
press and hold TEST MODE until the Main Menu appears. Within the menu system, check screen
directions for additional TEST MODE functions.
•VOLUME DOWN and VOLUME UP Buttons set game sound levels. To make minor volume
changes, press either button briefly. To make major changes, press and hold a button. In the menu
system, VOLUME UP moves the item highlight bar up the menu. VOLUME DOWN moves the item
highlight bar downward.

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NOTICE: The Attract Mode volume level is separate from the Game Mode volume level.
For greater profits, raise volume levels to add realism and draw attention to this game.
Operator Control Switch Locations
GAME FEATURES
GAME RULES
INSTRUCTIONS
Play instructions appear on the left and right sides of the video monitor.
ONE PLAYER
The player inserts currency or tokens to start the game. Next, the player chooses a truck and course and
presses the START button. The game displays individual statistics periodically, during and after the race.
Additional game information appears on screen as needed.
PLAYER CHOICES
The player can drive any truck on any course. Each truck handles and performs differently. Players learn
which trucks are best for a given course and driving style. Press one of the CAM buttons to select more
trucks.
CONTROLLING A TRUCK
The steering wheel, brake and accelerator control the truck. As in real trucks, the steering wheel directs
the truck. The brake slows or stops the truck, and the accelerator sets speed. A NITRO button on the
gearshift provides an extra burst of power. NITRO flashes to indicate nitro availability. Players must collect
nitro icons along a course by steering directly under the icons. A gauge meters the amount of stored nitro.
INDICATORS
Across the top of the screen, numeric indicators display truck statistics: A ghost image in the upper-left
screen corner indicates shift type, manual or automatic. A meter in the top-left screen corner displays

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engine RPM. A top-right gauge measures remaining nitro fuel. At the screen’s top-center, a digital clock
times the current lap in seconds. As appropriate, the screen also flashes CHECKPOINT.
DISPLAYS
The player’s vehicle appears at the center of the screen. The numbers floating above some vehicles
indicate that other humans control them. (These are linked players.) The Arcade Computer controls trucks
without numbers. At the bottom of the screen, another instrument displays relative positions of nearby
trucks. The right side of the screen provides race statistics…
•Position per number of trucks (for example, “11th / 12”)
•The number of cars ahead of the player (“9 cars ahead”)
•A lap timer for each lap (“0:2:00”)
•Score box (only during scored game modes)
GAME ACTION
Action begins after the “three-two-one”countdown. The announcer hollers “Go!”To continue play, the
player must drive past each checkpoint within the time limit. To decrease time between checkpoints,
players must avoid fixed obstacles and other trucks. Ramps allow players to advance more quickly, collect
hovering nitro icons, or avoid obstacles. (Red nitro icons contain more fuel than blue nitro icons.)
Players can change their view of the action by pressing the view buttons. These buttons are on the left
side of the control panel. Game sounds include announcer comments, engine noise, and other effects.
SCORING
Players who set a speed record may enter their initials in the High Score Table. After a player completes a
certain number of courses, he can choose additional courses. (Adjustments determine the number.)
HEAD-TO-HEAD RACING
Networked cabinets offer players linked, head-to-head racing competition. Each player begins the course-
selection process. A join-in message alerts subsequent players to the possibility of a linked race. If players
don't begin their selection process before this message disappears, their races don't link. (Unlinked
players compete in independent races, as usual.) Players may use the solo feature to decline a link.
If other players begin selection during the join-in message, the cabinets communicate over the network.
Each additional cabinet sends out its own packet containing a unique unit ID. In return, each cabinet
receives data from active cabinets. A "waiting" message indicates that other players are still selecting race
options. Eventually, the last player finishes selecting or the waiting period ends. At this point, all linked
players see the start screen simultaneously.
Latecomers can't participate in an ongoing linked race. They can begin an independent race. The link
automatically terminates when the game is over. Players can then set up another link.
MAINTENANCE
•Cabinet and Seat
Use plastic-safe, non-abrasive cleaners to avoid damage. Apply cleaner to a clean cloth or sponge.
Use this to wipe the seat or cabinet. Don’t apply cleaner directly to the artwork or cabinet!
•Player Controls
Use plastic-safe non-abrasive cleaners to avoid damage. Apply cleaner to a clean cloth or sponge.
Use this to wipe the player controls. Don’t apply the cleaner directly to the controls!
•Viewing Glass
To clean the glass, you don’t need to switch off power to the game. Apply a mild glass cleaner to a
clean cloth or sponge. Use this to wipe the viewing glass. Don’t apply the cleaner directly to the glass!
Liquid could drip down into switch or motor circuits and cause erratic game operation.

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