Stratovox Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Stratovox Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Taito Arcade PCB

Upgrade a compatible original Taito Stratovox arcade PCB with Free Play, permanent Top 5 high score saving with initials, attract sounds, menu-driven settings, ROM Saver, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while retaining the original arcade hardware.

This HighScoreSaves kit installs at the original board's Z80 processor location. It is an upgrade for compatible original Taito Stratovox hardware rather than a replacement JAMMA board, reproduction PCB, generic multicade system, or software-emulation platform.

Choose Your Stratovox Kit Configuration

Select either a Standard Save Kit for local score and settings storage or a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit that adds qualifying online score submission to the HighScoreSaves leaderboard.

Processor and compatible 40-pin Z80 socket options may also be selected when needed for documented compatible original Taito Stratovox hardware.

On-Screen Settings, ROM Saver, and Score Tables

Supported gameplay and operator settings can be adjusted through the kit's on-screen menu, reducing the need to repeatedly access the PCB or cabinet for common configuration changes.

ROM Saver allows designated original program ROMs to be removed when the kit is installed according to the Stratovox installation guide.

Separate supported high-score tables are available for 2, 3, and 4 lives settings so scores earned under different lives configurations remain independent.

Stratovox Installation Requirements

• Original PCB: Designed for documented compatible original Taito Stratovox arcade PCBs
• Z80 Processor: The documented Z80 CPU location must use a compatible 40-pin socket
• Already Socketed: No soldering, trace cutting, special wiring, or permanent PCB modification is required when the Z80 location is already properly socketed
• Soldered Z80: If the original processor is soldered directly to the PCB, a compatible 40-pin socket must be installed before fitting the kit
• Z80 Installation: Remove the original Z80 from the PCB and install it on the HighScoreSaves daughterboard as shown in the installation guide
• ROM Saver: Remove only the designated program ROMs identified in the installation guide
• Before Power-Up: Confirm Pin 1 orientation, daughterboard seating, processor-pin alignment, socket condition, and clearance beneath the daughterboard

Does this kit require an original Taito Stratovox PCB?

Yes. The kit is designed for documented compatible original Taito Stratovox arcade PCBs and is not a replacement arcade board.

Does the Z80 processor need to be socketed?

Yes. The documented Z80 processor location must use a compatible 40-pin socket before the daughterboard can be installed.

Do I need to solder anything?

No soldering is required when the documented Z80 processor location is already properly socketed. If the CPU is soldered directly to the PCB, a compatible 40-pin socket must be installed first.

How many Stratovox high scores are saved?

The kit permanently stores the Top 5 Stratovox scores with player initials.

Can I use both Free Play and normal coin operation?

Yes. Stratovox can use Free Play while normal Coin-Up operation remains available for cabinets that continue to use coins or tokens.

Does the kit support attract sounds?

Yes. Supported attract-mode audio can be enabled during game rotation cycles.

Does the kit support Upright and Cocktail cabinets?

Yes. The kit supports documented compatible Upright and Cocktail Stratovox configurations.

Does Stratovox use separate high-score tables?

Yes. Separate supported high-score tables are available for 2, 3, and 4 lives settings.

What is the difference between Standard and Wi-Fi?

Standard kits save supported scores and settings locally. Wi-Fi Enabled kits add qualifying online leaderboard submission while retaining local score saving.

What does ROM Saver do?

ROM Saver allows designated original program ROMs to be removed when the kit is installed according to the Stratovox installation guide.

Need to Verify Your Original Stratovox Hardware?

Review the Stratovox hardware compatibility and original-PCB upgrade guide before ordering if you are unsure which Taito board or Z80 processor configuration is installed in your cabinet.