Midway Blitz User manual

MIDWAY
NOVEMBER 1997
16-44044-l 01
VIDEO GAME
CONVERSION
KIT
Operations Manual Includes
. Kit Installation & Operation
. Testing & Problem Diagnosis
. Parts Information
. Wiring Diagrams
Midway Games Inc.
3401 North California Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60618

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section One - Installation
Safety Notices ....................................................................... ............... 1-2
Product Specifications.. ........................................................................ l-3
FCC Compliance.. ................ ............................................................................. l-3
Eprlepsy Warning ......................................................... .......................... 1-3
inspection ...................... .............................................................................. l-4
Recommended Tools and Supplies .......................................................... I-5
Converting a Typical Video Game Cabinet ....................................................... l-6
Cabinet Modifications ................................................................................. I-6
Control Panel Modifications .................................................... t.. .. ................ l-7
Game Electronics Installation ..................................................................... 1-9
Cabinet Wiring ........................................................................................ I-1 1
Initial Power Up...................................................................................... 1-12
Control Panel Template Player I... ............. .............................................. 1-13
Control Panel Template Player 2. ..................................... .............................. 1-15
Section Two - Operation
Game Operation.. ............................................................................................ 2-2
Starting Up ................................................................................................... 2-2
Game Rules ................................................................................................ 2-2
Player Controls ............................................................................................ 2-3
Operator Controls.. ........................................................................................ 2-4
Menu System Operation.. ................................................................................ 2-5
System Overview.. ....................................................................................... 2-5
Screen Layout ........................................................................................... 2-5
Organization ............................................................................................. 2-5
Diagnostics. ......................................................................................... ........... 2-6
Monitor Setup ........................................................................................... 2-7
System Information .................................................................................. 2-8
Real Time Clock.. ......................................................................................... 2-8
Sound Subsystem Test ................................................................................ 2-9
Disk Tests
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2-l 0
Switch Tests.. ................................................................ .... ....... ................. 2-I 1
DIP-Switch Test.. .......................................................................................... 2-12

Audits ....... .... ........ ......................................................................... 2-I 3
Coin Audits.. .......................... .... ......................... ..................... 2-14
Credits Audits.. ................................................................. ................ 2-14
Game Audrts .................................................................. ...... ............. 2-I 5
Clear Audits ................................... ..................................................... 2-16
Adjustments ...................... ........................... ........................ 2-17
Pricing .......................................................................................... 2-I 7
Current Pricing.. ......................... ............ ......................... ..... ....... ........ 2-18
Additional Adjustments.. ................................................... ................... .... 2-I 9
Volume Level ..................................... ........................................................ 2-20
Standard Pricing Table..................................................................................... 2-21
Switches and Jumpers ................................................................................ 2-22
Section Three - Cabinet Wiring
JAMMA Chart
.................................................................................................... 3-2
Recommended Cabinet Wiring Diagram. ............................................................. 3-3
Control Wiring Diagram.. ....................................................... ............................. 3-4
CPU Board Indicator and Switch Locations..
.................................................
3-5
CPU Board Jumper Status Chart...................................................................... 3-6
CPU Switches ................................ .............................................................. 3-7
CPU Board LED Indicator Status Chart ........................................................
3-7
Section Four - Troubleshooting
Game Does Not Start...................................................................................... 4-2
Game Can Not Be Played................................................................................. 4-3
Coin Switch and Meter Wiring ........................................................................... 4-4
Player Control Problems.. ............................................................................... 4-5
Audio Problems............................................................................................... 4-6
Video Problems ................................................................................................. 4-7
Miscellaneous ............................................................................................... 4-8
0 Copyright 1997 MIDWAY GAMES INC.

BLITZ
KIT
SECTION
ONE
INSTALLATION
Warning
USE OF NON-MIDWAY PARTS OR CIRCUIT MODIFICATIONS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR EOI’ .:NT
DAMAGE! USE ONLY MIDWAY AUTHORIZED PARTS.
* For safety and reliability, substitute parts and modifications are not recommended
l Substitute parts or modifications may void FCC type acceptance.
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SAFETY NOTICES
The following safety rnstructrons apply to all operators and service personnel. Specific warnings and
cautrons will be found throughout this manual where they apply. We recommend that you read this page
before preparing your game for play.
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CAUTION
HANDLING ELECTRONIC DEVICES: This kit uses complex electronic components that are SENSITIVE
to statrc electricity. The following precautions must be observed and followed prior to handling any of the
electronics that make up this game.
1) Ensure that the A.C. power to the game is turned off prior to servicing the electronics.
2) Discharge any static electricity build up in your body by touching the safety ground stud of the power
supply chassrs. This must be done BEFORE touching or handlrng the electromc assemblres.
3) Store the electronic assemblies in an anti-static area. Anti-static bags must be used to store the CPU
board assembly. Use the same bag to save the old CPU assembly after the new unit is installed.
4) DO NOT remove or connect any electronic assemblies when the cabinet power is on. Dorng so WIII
damage the electronic assemblies and void the warranty.
DISCONNECT POWER DURING INSTALLATION OR REPAIRS. Always turn your game OFF and
unplug it before attempting to service or install your kit. Installing or repairing PC boards with power ON
can damage components and void the warranty. Be sure that all ground wires are installed securely
PROPERLY GROUND THE GAME. To avoid electrical shocks, do not plug in the game until it has been
inspected and properly grounded. This game should only be plugged into a grounded 3-wire outlet Do
not use a “cheater” plug or cut off the ground pm on the line cord.
USE PROPER FUSE. To avoid electrical shock all replacement fuses must match the original fuse in
fuse type, voltage rating, and current ratrng.
SALVAGED PARTS. Parts salvaged from old games are required to complete your kit. These salvaged
parts must operate perfectly; otherwise, the converted game cannot perform properly or safely. Always
repair circuit board malfunctions and cabinet damage before conversion is attempted.
POWER SUPPLY. Be sure the power supply from your old game is capable of +5Vdc at 5A, -5Vdc at IA.
and +12Vdc at 2A. Measure these operating voltages while existing electronics are installed in the game.
All power supply voltages should be +5% under load. Your power supply must be FCC approved.
WIRING. This kit uses as much of the existing wiring as possible. To avord errors in operation, verify that
the wiring is an exact match wrth the diagrams after conversion is completed but before applying power.
MONITOR. This kit is not intended for use with X-Y monitors. Suitable monitors have horizontally
mounted CRTs and raster electronics with inputs for RGB video and COMPOSITE NEGATIVE SYNC.
COIN MECHANISMS. Be sure to clean and test your game coin mechanisms with known currency.
Servicing of these mechanisms is crucial to your game’s earning potential and operation.
COIN METERS. Coin meters are not provided with this kit. Wiring information is provided as a
convenience to the operator. Existing meters may be used provided their operation is verified.
HANDLE FLUORESCENT TUBE AND CRT WITH CARE. If you drop a fluorescent tube or a CRT and it
breaks, it will implode! Shattered glass can fly eight feet or more from the implosion.
HARD DISK DRIVE. The hard disk drive must be packed in an anti-static bag. The disk drive assembly
must be removed from the tray and packed in an approved shipping container (P/N 08-8068) in order to
be sent in for repair or replacement Do not stack or drop hard disk drives during installation or removal.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Game Characteristics
P/aver Variables
1 or 2 players per game
High Score Recognition
Operator Vatiables Dlaqnostics
Cornage, Play Mode, Automatic Power-Up Self-Test
Difficulty, Volume,
Manual Multi-Level Menu System
Audits, Statistics
Equipment Characteristics
Vtdeo Display Monitor
Low or Medrum Resolution RGB
wrth Composite Negatrve Sync
Audio Svstem
Drgital Stereo sound
for 2 Coaxial Full
Range Speakers
Currencv Acceptors
4 Coin Switch Inputs
1 Dollar Bill Validator Input
NOTICE - FCC COMPLIANCE
INSTALLATION OF THIS KIT INTO ANY EXISTING PRODUCT DOES NOT
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GUARANTEE COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REQUIREMENTS. YOU ARE SOLELY
RESPONSIBLE FOR FCC COMPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATIONS IN OTHER
PRODUCTS. ANY EXISTING FCC COMPLIANCE LABEL MUST BE REMOVED
AND A NEW LABEL SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED ON THE CONVERTED
PRODUCT UNTIL YOU HAVE VERIFIED FCC COMPLIANCE.
EPILEPSY WARNING
A very small portion of the population has a condition which may cause them to experience
epileptic seizures or have momentary loss of consciousness when viewing certain kinds of
flashing lights or patterns that are present in our daily environment. These persons may
experience seizures while watching some kinds of television pictures or playing certain video
games. People who have not had any previous seizures may nonetheless have an undetected
epileptic condition.
If you or anyone in your family has experienced symptoms linked to an epileptic condition (e.g.
seizures or loss of awareness), immediately consult your physician before using any video games.
We recommend that parents 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.
ATTENTION
PROPERLY ATTACH ALL CONNECTORS. Be sure that the connectors on each printed circuit board
[PCB) are properly connected. If they do not slip on easi/y, do not force them. A reversed connector may
damage your game and void the warranty. A// connectors are keyed to fit specific pins on each board.
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INSPECTION
Unpack the materials from the carton and Inspect for obvious signs of damage. Use this checklist to be
sure the kit IS complete. You must supply the remainder of the materrals requrred for thus conversion.
PartNumber
[ ] A-21055
[ ] A-21891-1
[ ] A-21939-1
[ ] A-22062
[ ] H-22079-l
[ ] H-22079-2
[ ] RM-37-11
[] 01-14568.1
[ ] 03-7947
[ ] 03-9664
[] 04-10861
[] 08-8068
[ ] 11-1274
[] 16-8587-825
[] 16-9478.2
[] 16-9922.1
[] 16-10077
[] 16-10139
[ ] 16-10363
[] 16-10443
[] 16-44044-101
[] 20-9620
[ ] 20-9727
[] 20-10209-1
[] 20-10209-2
[] 20-10209-3
[ ] 20-10209-5
[] 20-10383
[] 31-2863.1-3
[] 31-2864
[] 31-2865
[ ] 31-2868.1
[] 31-2869
[] 31-2870
[] 31-2871
[] 4006-01209-04
[] 4008-01035-06
[] 4106-01115-08
[] 4108-01193-108
[ ] 4308-01123-24B
[] 4408-01128-00
[] 5556-13956-00
[] 5795-15286-00
Item
Fan Assembly
Blitz CPU Board Assembly
Blitz 49-way Joystick Assembly
Blrtz Hard Disk Drive Assembly
49-way Joystick Cable Assembly 1
49-way Joystrck Cable Assembly 2
Flexible Grommet 155” x .2” x 7”
Blitz Perforated Electronics Cover
Cable Tie 8 inch length
Control Panel Cover
Electronics Metal Mounting Plate
Hard Disk Drive Shipping Container
Wood Spacer for Joystick
FBI Warning Label
Registration Card
Epilepsy Warning Label
Electronic Device Caution Sheet
FCC / Canada Warning Label
Program Copyrrght Label
Control Panel Template
Blitz Video Conversion Kit Manual
T-20 Tamper Resist Wrench
Cable Tre Clamp-Self-adhesive
Red Long Shaft Pushbutton
White Long Shaft Pushbutton
Blue Long Shaft Pushbutton
Yellow Long Shaft Pushbutton
Hard Disk Drive Power Cable
Blitz Marquee Artwork
Blitz Top Bezel Decal
Blitz Bottom Bezel Decal
Cabinet Decal
Cabinet Side Panel Decal
Control Panel Wallpaper Decal
Control Panel Markings Decal
6-32 x .25” Philips pan-head screw
8-32 x ,375” Philips pan-head screw
#6 x 50” HWH sheet metal screw
Tamper resistant sheet metal screw
8-32 x 1.5” Carriage bolt
8-32 Keps nut
2 Piece 1.25” Square Ferrite Beads
Hard Disk Drive Data Cable
Quantity
1 (cools game electronics and disk drove)
1 (mrcroprocessor and game electronics)
2 (deluxe player motion controls)
1 (game program and graphic images)
1 (to connect player controls to electronics)
1 (to connect player controls to electronics)
1 (protects wires at edges of metal cover)
1 (limrts CPU radro frequency interference)
1 (to secure wiring inside game cabinet)
1 (to protect control panel surface)
1 (mounts game electronics and disk drive)
1 (to protect hard disk drive during transit)
1 (used to mount joysticks on thin panels)
1 (federal game protection warning)
1 (official recording of game ownership)
1 (alerts players to epilepsy possibility)
1 (suggestions to avoid damaging parts)
1 (suggestions to avoid interference)
1 (legal rights of product and Its uses)
1 (to mark new Player Control hole layout)
1 (installation, operation, troubleshooting)
1 (to mount Control Panel Overlay)
1 (to mount cables )
2 (player controls for character activity)
2 (player controls for character activity)
2 (player controls for character activity)
2 (player controls for character activity)
1 (connects disk drive to game power)
1 (identifies game cabinet to players)
1 (passing and special game play rules)
1 (offensive and defensive combinations)
1 (to cover existing cabinet markings)
2 (to cover existing cabinet markings)
1 (to cover existing panel markings)
1 (to identify Player Controls)
4 (to attach disk drive to mounting bracket)
10 (to attach CPU Board to mounting plate)
26 (to attach electronic parts to cabinet)
10 (to attach clear overlay to control panel)
8 (to attach joysticks to control panel)
8 (to attach joysticks to control panel)
4 (controls radio frequency interference)
1 (connects disk drive to game electronics)
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Recommended tools and supplies
[ ] black semi-gloss paint
[ ] electric drill and wood drill brt set
[ ] screwdrivers
[ ] lrquid soap (drshwashing detergent)
[ ] grease pencil or marker
[ ] nut drivers or socket wrench set
[ ] 180 grit sandpaper or electric sander
[ ] wood filler material (putty, glue, board, etc )
[ ] black electrical tape
[ ] small screw assortment
[ ] razor knrfe
[ ] squeegeeorsoftsponge
{-} soldering i&~-and solder- ~~~~
[ ] wire cutters
[ ] pliers
[ ] hole saw or equivalent
JOYST,CK KNOB
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RING G330VE
COVER SLID% =&
NOTES:
WOO0 SPACER
“. CONTRO- PANEL FITS IN BETWEEb.
W03D SPACER PhD COVEK ‘9IDE
2. DO NDT USE WOOD SPACE? FCR
PAKELS XZKER THAN .5 IN. (13MM)
3. SLAT r
RIkG FllLLY IN RlluG
G?OOV: C’ SHA’T DJRING REASSEMBLY
JO”STlCK BASE
“E” RING l/4”
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49-WAY JOYSTICK ASSEMBLY
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CONVERTING A TYPICAL VIDEO GAME CABINET
CABINET MODIFICATIONS
1. Verify the operatron of the existing game before making any changes to the cabinet. Pay special
attention to those components that will be used again after conversron is completed (Power Supply,
Vrdeo Monrtor, Currency Acceptors, Wiring Harnesses, Cabinet Locks, Lighted Marquee, etc.).
2 Switch off power to the game. Disconnect the line cord from the AC power. Clear the work area.
Cover or protect the non-wood items (marquee, monitor, coin door, brackets, line cord, etc.).
3. For cabinets with wood grain sides, remove the old decals and any artwork.Clean off all glue resrdue.
Fill gouges, unused holes, etc with quick-hardening wood putty. Sand smooth and remove all dust.
4. Evenly cover the entire cabinet with black paint. Allow the paint to dry completely before continuing
5. Pencil a line roughly at the top of the previous graphic. Lightly moisten the cabinet with soapy water.
Remove the backing and apply the decal Start at the top and work down. Aftef the decal is in place,
smooth it outwards, taking care to squeeze out air bubbles. If you can not remove an air bubble, pop
it with a knife or pm and smooth it down. Allow at least 12 hours for the adhesive in the decal to set.
6. Remove the existrng marquee from the game cabinet and install the new kit marquee in its place.
Check the lamp and install a new one if cracks or darkened ends are found, even if it still lights at the
time of inspection. Clean the marquee glass before reinstalling it in the game
7. Remove the viewing glass and set it in a safe place. Clean the CRT and the bezel Apply the player
moves and the game play instruction decals to the top and bottom front of the monitor bezel. Place
the Epilepsy Warnrng label and the AAMA rating on the top front of the monitor bezel. Be sure that the
decals and labels do not obstruct the viewing area. Clean the viewing glass before reinstalling it.
8. If this kit is installed in a MIDWAY universal video cabinet (model 40135), the FCC compliance label
(16-10139) supplied is to be placed on the rear of the cabinet. lnsfallafion of fbis kit into any other
product does not guarantee compliance with FCC requirements. The FCC compliance label supplied
shou/d not be installed on fhe converted product until FCC compliance is verified.
9. Remove and save the screws at the top and sides of the rear door.Unlock the rear door, then lift it off
of the cabinet and set it aside. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any dirt or debris inside the cabinet.
10. Locate the control panel latches or fasteners and free the control panel from its normal position. If
there is no wiring harness connector, label each of the wires before drsconnecting them from the
Player Controls. Once the wires are disconnected, remove the control panel from the game cabinet.
Save the mounting brackets and hardware for reinstallation after the control panel has been modified.
11. Some cabinets have speakers located on the control panel or other removable pieces of the cabinet.
If speaker harnesses must be disconnected, be certarn to mark the polarity of the wires as well as the
functron.lncorrectly phased speakers can cause weak low frequencies or a thin, hollow sound quality
12. Optional: Standard 8-way joysticks may be used with this kit if desired (49.way joysticks and cables
are provided in the kit). These joysticks WIII use the standard JAMMA connections. The CPU Board
has an adjustment to accept 8-way joystick control signals. However, the game will not have ti‘:-.
same fine control of character motion and speed when usrng the standard joysticks. We recommen,
that the 49-way joysticks be installed for maximum player enjoyment.
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CONTROL PANEL MODIFICATIONS
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CONTROL PANEL TEMPLATE
Locate the control panel template (16-10443) and unfold it. Stack newspapers, books, magazines,
etc., on the template until needed This will flatten It sufftciently for use. A full size copy of the hole
pattern for one set of player controls is included as the last page in this section of the manual.
Remove the control panel buttons and joysticks from the existing control panel. Remove the panel
covering and any artwork from the previous game. Remove any hinges or mounting brackets.
Fill the existing control panel holes with wood, putty, glue or other suitable material. Allow adequate
trme for materials to dry, then sand or file the control panel to a flat surface on both sides.
Place the template on top of the repaired panel Orient it to center the controls and tape it in place.
Cut new holes for the joysticks and the control panel buttons. Remove template and deburr all holes.
Remove the backing and apply the decal to the panel. Start at the top and work down. After the decal
is rn place, smooth it outwards, taking care to squeeze out air bubbles. If you can not remove an air
bubble, pop it with a knife or pin and smooth it down. Allow the adhesive in the decal to set.
CONTROL LOCATIONS
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6. Use a sharp knife to trim the edges and to cut the holes for the control panel buttons and joysticks.
Position the control decals next to the appropriate hole locattons.
7. Place the plastic cover over the decals and panel. Mark the outsrde shape of the panel and the hole
locations. Cut and deburr all holes, then trim the cover to shape. Mount with tamper resistant screws
8 Group the Player Controls by color: Start yellow, Pass I Change Player - red, Jump I Tackle - blue,
Turbo-white, Joysticks - black. The controls must be disassembled for panel mounting.
9. Separate each switch from its push-button. Gently bend the large prong away from the microswitch
just enough to slide the switch off of the housing Unscrew the nut from the housing. Insert the push-
button housing through the switch hole from the front side of the control panel. Screw the nut finger
tight onto the switch housing from the back of the panel. Rotate the housing so that the switch
terminals will be properly oriented and tighten the nuts firmly. Snap the switch back onto the housing.
10. Repeat this step for each button of a different color. Continue until all button groups are mounted
11. Measure the thickness of the control panel. If it is less than ‘/; inch (13 mm), use the wooden spacers
to recess the joysticks below the surface. Thicker control panels do not require the wooden spacers.
12. Install a carriage bolt in each of the small holes surrounding the openrng for the joysticks. If required,
place each wood spacer over the carriage bolts to correct the joystick mounting depth.
13. Disassemble a joystick for mounting. Invert the joystick and remove the “E”-ring from the shaft.
Remove the handle and the plastic ring (large washer) from the joystick base. Be sure that the
bushings remain in the base. Place the top of the joystick base against the bottom of the control panel
(or spacer, if used) and align the mounting holes. Attach the base to the underside of the control
panel. Slide the plastic ring around the shaft so that the rough side is next to the shaft knob handle.
Slide the shaft through the control panel and base. Replace the “E”-ring.
14. Repeat this step for each of the other joysticks. Continue until all joysticks are mounted
15. The completed control panel should now resemble the illustration below. Install the modified control
panel onto the modified cabinet using the existing mounting hardware.
49-WAY JOYSTICK, BLACK PUSHBUTTON.
YELLOW
PUSHBUTTOh, WHI TE
i NGE FROM
GAME CABINET
PUSHBLTTON. BLUE
PUSHBU-TOh. REC!
PANEL ASSEN3LY
TYPICAL COMPLETED CONTROL PANEL
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GAME ELECTRONICS INSTALLATION
The CPU Board Assembly electronic components are static sensitive. Prepare an anti-static work
area and ground yourself before removing the CPU Board from its protective shipping materials.
Do connect any cable to the CPU Board Assembly or Power Supply with the power turned on.
Doing so while the power is turned on may damage the game and void your warranty.
CAUTION: HARD DISK DRIVES ARE FRAGILE. Do not stack or drop Hard Disk Drive Assemblies.
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Be certain that the power is switched off and the cord IS drsconnected from the A.C. line voltage
Carefully disconnect the cables on each prrnted circuit board in the game. Remove the existing
printed circuit board set and the drsk drove (if present) and set asrde. Anti-static bags and protective
containers from the new components may be used to store these items after conversion is complete.
Remove the CPU Board Mounting Ptaie Assembly from ks packaging~and ptaee~it~oi-r~tl’iat work
surface. Unpack the CPU Board Assembly and place it over the Mounting Plate Assembly. Align the
CPU Board mounting holes with the posts and attach usrng the 6-32 Philips pan-head screws.
Change DIP Switches if 8-wayayoysticks, bw resolution monitors, or &er options are used with this
k/t Charts listing these switch setbngs are found under DIP-Switch Test in Section Two (Operation).
Locate the Hard Disk Drive Power Cable (separate wires with four-pin plastic connectors at each end).
Attach the power cable to CPU connector HDPOWER (near the large heatsink). Mate the connectors
and press firmly to seat the contacts fully The connector is keyed. Do not use excessive force.
Locate the Hard Disk Drive Data Cable Assembly (flat ribbon cable with a rectangular ferrite bead).
Orient the connector over CPU Board P25 with the striped edge next to Pm 1 (nearest the mrcro-
processor). Mate the connectors and press firmly to seat the contacts fully. This connector is keyed.
Remove the Hard Disk Drive Assembly from its package. Locate the data and power connectors on
the Hard Disk Drive. Orient the Disk Drive wrth connectors toward the CPU Board and place it into the
mounting brackets on the tray. Align screw holes and install the 6-32 screws with spring washers
Connect the remaining end of the Hard Drsk Drive Power Cable to the connector on the disk drive.
Mate the connectors and press firmly to seat the contacts fully. Do not use excessive force.
Locate the free end of the Hard Disk Drive Data Cable (fiat ribbon with stripe on one side). This cable
IS already attached to the CPU Board Hard Disk Drive Connector. Orient this cable with the striped
edge closest to the power cable. Attach the cable to the drive data connector. Mate the connectors
and press firmly to seat the contacts fully. This connector is keyed. Do not use excessive force.
The Fan Assembly installs on the mounting plate beneath the CPU Board and beside the Hard Disk
Drive. Orient the fan so that it will blow up across the CPU Board (look for fan markings to indicate air
flow direction). Alrgn the fan mounting holes with the holes in the plate and install sheet metal screws.
Place the game electronics in the cabrnet where the previous electronics were located. The new
game electronics assembly may be attached directly to the cabinet wall or first mounted on a separate
piece of wood. Orient the assembly so that the long edges are vertical and the larger heatsinks are at
the top. Use the plate itself as a template to mark mounting hole locations.
If necessary drill pilot holes for mounting screws. Use sheet metal screws to secure the CPU board to
the cabinet. Attach the plate with only four corner screws at this time. Do not use excessive foi-ce
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rFERR,TE BEADS
MAIN HARN!SS -__\
FERRITE BEADS
coh;F?OL CA3eES
FROM ,OYS-ICKS
CIEMORY
Cl?CUITS
FER?‘TE BEAD WIRING HARNESS
COVER
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS ORIENTATION
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CABINET WIRING
NOTE: The operator must install a JAMMA wiring harness, or use the original JAMMA cable from
the game. Inspect existing cabinet wiring and compare wrth the Recommended Wiring Diagram (Sectron
Three). Most games already have JAMMA wirrng compatible with the conversion kit. Optronal &way
joysticks also use wires in the JAMMA cable. If the connectors in your cabinet do not fit onto the CPU
Board or wire colors do not match the JAMMA Chart contact your authorized distributor for assistance,
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! CAUTION
Properly insulate any unused wires within the JAMMA cable, especially red, yellow, orange and
black power wires. Secure any unused connectors away from the CPU Board and its cover.
Connect the JAMMA cable to the CPU Board Assembly This cable has wares for the control buttons,
B-way joysticks (if usedj, ine speakers, the coin door, ihe video rToniioi, and ihe pD<tW s~ppkj. Using
the Cabinet Wiring Diagram as a reference, connect the wires to the control panel pushbuttons.
Player 1 has white-‘color stripe’ wires, except Start button 1 which has a solid white wire. Player 2 has
violet-‘color stripe’ wires. Insulate and secure all unused wires. Verify contrnuity of each JAMMA wire
Skip this step ,f the new 49-way Joysticks are not used (store the cables together with the joysticks).
Connect a new Control Panel/49-way Joystick cable between CPU Board P9 and the Player 1
joystick. This cable has solid blue or blue-‘color stripe’ wires. Connect the other Control Panel/49-
way Joystick cable between CPU Board PI0 and the joystick for Player 2. This cable has gray-‘color
stripe’ wires. Using the Cabinet Wiring Diagram as a reference, connect the wires to the control
panel. Route both cables along srde of the existing wiring harness, Secure the wiring with a cable
clamp and cable ties
If your cabinet does not have service switches in the coin door area, you may wish to add them at this
time (this speeds up routine service calls). Most new game electronics can accommodate signals for
service credits, test modes, and volume changes. Wire colors, connector pin assignments, and
sample wiring diagrams for these momentary switches are found in Section Three of this manual.
Connect the fan to a source of 12 volt D C. power (refer to the Wring Diagram in Sectron Three). Be
certain that the polarity is correct so that the air flow from the fan will be in the expected direction.
Locate the square split ferrite beads. Separate the wires in the main harness into two bundles where
they attach to the JAMMA connector. Install one ferrite bead around the D.C. power conductors (solid
color heavy gauge wires with pm numbers I-6 or A-F). Install another bead around the control panel
conductors (stnped color lighter gauge wires) Install the remaining ferrite beads on the video monitor
cable and power supply wires as shown. Place the beads as close to the JAMMA connector as
possible, then close and lock each one. Ensure that no wires are pinched or caught in the latches
Electrical codes require conductive assemblies to be grounded for safe product operation. Locate the
central power ground point for the cabrnet (ground wires are usually green; some may have a yellow
stripe). Connect a short heavy gauge ground wire from the plate to the central power ground.
Reconnect any ground wires loosened or removed in prewous steps (control panel, coin door. etc.).
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FINAL ASSEMBLY
1. Place the FBI Warning Label next to the CPU board. Be sure the label is completely visible.
2. Locate the Flexible Grommet strip supplied with the kit. Use pieces of thus material to line the cable
entry cutout areas in the Perforated Metal Cover. This avords damage to the cabinet wiring harness.
3. Orient the Perforated Metal Cover over the game electronics with Its grommets up and hold it in place,
Mark the locations of the openrngs on the side of the cabinet to permit proper routrng of the cables in
the next set of installation steps. Do not install the cover at this time.
4. If necessary drill pilot holes for cover screws. Guide wiring through grommets and place the metal
cover over the electronics. Align holes and secure the cover to the plate with the sheet metal screws
provrded in the kit. Ensure that no wares are pinched or caught between the cover and the plate.
INITIAL POWER UP
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Plug the line cord into a source of A.C. power and turn It on. CPU Board indicators should illuminate.
The game will power up and begin self dragnostics.lf no errors are found, the game will automatically
enter its “attract” mode. Check wiring and refer to Troubleshootrng (Section Four) if problems occur.
Unlock and open the corn door. Press the TEST button to enter the menu system. Select
DIAGNOSTICS and choose SWITCH TESTS. Use this screen to verify that each switch and control
operates properly. Refer to Operation (Section Two) for explanatrons of test conditions and results
From the DIAGNOSTICS menu, choose MONITOR TESTS to confrrm proper video display operation.
If the monitor remote adjustment controls do not permit satisfactory picture quality to be obtained, the
monitor may not be matched correctly to the CPU Board video crrcuits. Jumpers are included in some
monitors to optimize the video impedance. Consult the video monitor manufacturer’s literature for
jumper information. See Operation (Section Two) for test steps or Troubleshooting (Section Four).
From the DIAGNOSTICS menu, choose DISK TESTS to examine the Hard Disk Drive. Run each of
the tests in order to determine correct operation. The tests are described in Operation (Section Two).
From the DIAGNOSTICS menu, choose SOUND SUBSYSTEM TEST to check the audio circuitry. It
may be necessary to raise the volume level higher than normal for this group of tests (Section Two).
From the DIAGNOSTICS menu, choose DIP-SWITCH TESTS to verify optimum switch positions,
From the DIAGNOSTICS menu, choose REAL TIME CLOCK to set the accurate time and date.
From the main menu, select EXIT to begin normal game operation.Open the coin door and press the
SERVICE CREDITS button to allow game play. Press a START button and select a team to begin.
Listen to the audio while playing the game. Note unexpected irregularities in sound (out of phase, no
low frequencies, mono signals from stereo speakers, etc.) Check the wiring harness for internal
shorts or strapped connections. Refer to Wring (Section Three) or Troubleshooting (Section Four).
Close and lock the coin door. Replace the rear cabinet door. Allow the system to operate for seveim
hours before attempting any game changes. Refer to Operatton (Section Two) for adjustment steps
When proper operation is confirmed, the game may be tested for FCC or other agency approval.
YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE, AND MIDWAY WILL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR FCC
COMPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATIONS IN PRODUCTS OTHER THAN A MIDWAY UNIVERSb.’
VIDEO CABINET (MODEL 40135). THE FCC COMPLIANCE LABEL SUPPLIED MUST NOT 7
INSTALLED ON THE CONVERTED PRODUCT UNTIL FCC COMPLIANCE IS VERIFIED.
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CONTROL PANEL TEMPLATE
PLAYER 1
HOLE LEGEND
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CONTROL PANEL TEMPLATE
PLAYER 2
ti3LC LEGEND
S’ZE AN3 TYPE IHOLE
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BLITZ
KIT
SECTION
TWO
I
OPERATION
NOTICE
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. MIDWAY reserves the right to make improvements in
equipment function, design, or components as progress in engineering or manufacturing methods may warrant.
Fill out and mail in the Game Registration card. Be sure to include the game serial number from the label on the rear
of the cabinet. For your records, write the game serial number in the manual SERIAL NUMBER
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GAME OPERATION
STARTING UP
Each time the game is first turned on or power is restored, it begins executing code out of the boot ROM.
These self-diagnostic tests automatically verify and report condition of the CPU and the game hardware. If
any of the individual tests fails, then an error message will be displayed for each test.
Once all Power-up tests have been passed, the game goes into its “attract mode”. Scenes and sounds
from a typical game are alternated with previous high scores in an endless pattern until game play starts.
Insert currency to start the game. Players select teams and other game variables. Play begins after a
countdown period is completed
The game will progress until time is exhausted. If no more play is
required, the game automatlcally returns to the “attract mode”.
GAME RULES Play instructions are found on the information panel over and under the video monitor.
INDIVIDUAL PLAY
Insert currency to start the game. Players may enter their names for future refer&ce if desired. The
teams are selected and the first play is run. An offensive or defensive play is chosen. Additional game
information appears on the screen when needed. Team statistics are shown at the end of each quarter.
CONTROLLING CHARACTERS
The joystick and action buttons control the characters on the field. The joysticks used in this game respond
to different amounts of deflection as well as dtrection, permitting tine control of character motion.
GAME ACTION
Standard league football rules apply, with two exceptions: 30 yards are required for first downs, and there
are only 7 active team players. Game length and speed are determined by the game adjustment settings.
The player view of the action changes automatically whenever a better camera angle becomes available.
Announcer comments and crowd noises are included in the game sounds.
SCORING
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Points are awarded for touch downs, field goals, etc., just as in real live football games
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PLAYER CONTROLS (NOTE: Use joystick and button combinations to discover secret moves.)
The player controls are used to maneuver the team members and attack or defend against adversaries.
+ START Button
This button allows players to begin or continue play. Use both buttons for a two player game
This button has no dedicated functron during game action or service.
+ JUMP I TACKLE Button
Thrs button lifts the offensive team member up or causes the defensive player to tackle opponents
This same button is used to select items from the menus during service.
+ PASS I CHANGE PLAYER Button
This button activates offensive throws. The defense move switches active control to another teammate
This same button is used to select items from the menus during service.
+ TURBO Button
The TURBO button gives any actrve character an extra burst of power or speed.
This same button is used to select items from the menus during service.
+ JOYSTICKS
Each player has a joystrck to control the movements of one on-screen character at a time
The joystick is also used to select items from the menus during service.
CONTROL LOCATIONS
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