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Using A Degaussing Coil
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 8 Comments
Sometimes when you move a game you might find that your monitor has some areas of discoloration or that your once bright colors now appear somewhat washed out. This might be due in part
Checking Diodes On An Arcade Monitor
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 3 Comments
When a monitor just has a black screen, it’s a pretty good indication that it’s not getting power. The typical places to start with this kind of issue would be the power cord and
More Troubleshooting Monitors With Michael
by Tim Peterson | Advanced | 36 Comments
Repairing arcade monitors relies heavily on your ability to identify where the problem resides. Being able to tell where on a chassis the problem originates from will greatly increase your chances for a successful
Replacing A Plug On A Power Cord
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 3 Comments
When you get your arcade game home for the first time, you might notice that your power plug is in rough shape. Frayed wires, loose connections and missing ground prongs are just some of
Basic Troubleshooting Of An Arcade Game
by Tim Peterson | Beginner | 42 Comments
Before you can fix an arcade game, a pinball machine or any electronic device, you have to first accurately analyze the problem. A few tools and a good eye will take you a long
Installing A Fan In An Arcade Cabinet
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 2 Comments
With most current arcade games being powered by computers, arcade cabinets can get quite hot these days. Making sure that you have adequate cooling in your cabinet can help prevent your game from overheating.
Adjusting An Arcade Monitor
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 52 Comments
When you start troubleshooting your arcade monitor, remember to always start off with the simple fixes before moving on to the more complex ones. Many of us want to install a cap kit before
Replacing Lights In An Arcade Cabinet
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 1 Comment
While marquee and coin lights do not effect the gameplay of an arcade game, they do provide a more authentic arcade atmosphere and experience. In this post, we will discuss the steps that you
Laminating An Arcade Cabinet
by Tim Peterson | Advanced | 4 Comments
Arcade cabinets tend to take a little punishment over the years. Time really does take it’s toll on your arcade cabinet and sideart. In this post, we’re going to discuss how you can restore
Installing A Molex Connector
by Tim Peterson | Intermediate | 1 Comment
Molex connectors can provide a handy way to easily remove or replace items (such as a monitor chassis or control panel) without rewiring. In this post, we’ll discuss how to install a Molex connector
