Arcade Operators Manual - Amidar

Customize Your Amidar Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your original Konami Amidar arcade PCB with this Free Play and High Score Save Kit designed by HighScoreSaves for fast installation, stable score retention, and modern configuration options. This plug and play Amidar upgrade adds automatic free play mode, multi table high score memory, attract mode audio control, optional Wi-Fi features, and screen protection to help preserve your vintage hardware. Whether restoring a dedicated cabinet or enhancing your game room lineup, this HighScoreSaves modification keeps authentic gameplay intact while providing the convenience and reliability expected from a modern arcade enhancement. Looking for more information? Visit the Wi-Fi versus Standard Kit guide or download the Amidar Install Guide . Build your kit exactly how you want it. Choose a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit. You can also add a processor and/or a 40-pin socket—optional but recommended for easy installation. Learn More About This Kit Click a button to view details, tips, or the installation guide. This HighScoreSaves upgrade adds automatic free play, dependable multi table score saving, optional Wi-Fi connectivity, enhanced attract mode features, and screen protection while maintaining authentic Konami Amidar gameplay. Main Features Easy installation: No soldering, board modifications, or complex wiring—just plug and play. Permanent score saving: Reliable serial EPROM storage (no batteries or failure-prone NVRAM). High score tracking: Saves the Top 10 scores with multiple score tables based on lives selected. Attract sounds: Play music at 25 percent, 50 percent, or 100 percent of attract-screen rotations. Freeplay mode: Coin-free play with optional coin operation. Attract mode protection: Reduces screen burn by eliminating static screens. Menu-driven DIP settings: Change game options without opening the cabinet. ROM saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to reduce power use. Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail arcade cabinets. Backup and restore: Save and reload high scores before or after events. God Mode: Practice endlessly (scores are not saved in this mode). Why This Kit is the Best Upgrade for Amidar This HighScoreSaves modification enhances original Amidar hardware without altering authentic gameplay. Compared to bootlegs or reproduction boards, this upgrade provides reliable score retention, free play functionality, menu-driven settings, attract mode improvements, and optional Wi-Fi features while keeping your classic Konami arcade PCB fully original. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 is not socketed, install a 40-pin socket for this kit to work. Read the Amidar Installation Guide PDF before setup. Just the FAQ's How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 10 scores, with multiple score tables depending on lives selected. What is the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? The Wi-Fi kit uploads scores online and syncs to your personal page. The Standard kit saves locally only. Is installation truly plug and play? Yes. No soldering or board modifications are required. Ensure your Z80 is socketed or add a 40-pin socket. What is God Mode? God Mode allows endless practice without losing lives. Scores are not saved in this mode. Where can I download the Installation Guide? You can download it here: Amidar Installation Guide PDF . Resources Amidar Installation Guide PDF HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page eBay Store — HighScoreSaves