
Checking Diodes On An Arcade Monitor
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
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QA Podcast – Episode 3
In this episode of the podcast, Tim, Jerry and I discuss identifying and troubleshooting monitors in some Neo Geo arcade games, a black monitor on a Donkey Kong Christmas present and some monitor and

QA Podcast – Episode 2
In this episode of the podcast, Tim and I discuss repairing a NBA Jam with no signs of life, some Pac Man color issues and a scrolling screen problem with a Capcom Bowling. We

More Troubleshooting Monitors With Michael
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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

QA Podcast – Episode 1
In our first podcasting effort, Tim and I answer your questions which have been submitted through our comments sections on YouTube and this website. This week we cover converting an old television chassis to

Replacing A Plug On A Power Cord
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
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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
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.

Recommended Documentaries About Arcade Games
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There has been an influx of arcade documentaries released in the last several years. I have been watching some of these documentaries over the last couple of weeks and decided to share some of

Adjusting An Arcade Monitor
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

