Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Customize Your Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit 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. Main Features Easy install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring—plug in and go. Save your scores forever: Uses serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores on screen. Real attract sounds: Not just music—gameplay sounds too. Attract sounds: Set at 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract screen rotation. Freeplay & Coin-Up: Play without coins or keep quarters/tokens enabled. Attract mode: Helps minimize screen burn by avoiding static screens. Menu-driven DIP settings: Change options on-screen—no cabinet pulling for DIP switches. ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power. Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Back up high scores and restore later—ideal before/after game-room parties. Fast boot / Self-test: Quick startup; self-test accessible via the main menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches to OFF. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket for the kit to work. Read the Bomb Jack Installation Guide (PDF) before setup. Just the FAQ's How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 10 scores on screen. Does it support Freeplay and coin operation? Yes. Run in Freeplay or keep coin-up enabled—your choice. What are “real attract sounds”? In addition to music, the attract mode can play gameplay sound effects for a more authentic demo. Can I adjust attract sounds frequency? Yes. Set attract sounds to 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract rotation. Can I change settings without opening the cabinet? Yes. Use the menu-driven DIP settings to configure options on-screen. How do I access self-test? Run self-test from the main menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches to OFF. What is ROM Saver? You may remove original program ROMs to reduce power consumption; the program runs from the save kit. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download it here: Bomb Jack Installation Guide (PDF). Do I need a socketed CPU? Yes. A socketed Z80 is required. If your board doesn’t have one, install a 40-pin socket.