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Swimmer Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Customize Your Swimmer 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 a serial EPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries).
  • High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores with initials.
  • Attract Music: Enable music at 25%, 50%, or 100% intervals.
  • Freeplay: No need to open the coin door.
  • Coin Up: Still supports coins/tokens.
  • Attract Mode: Reduces screen burn by avoiding static screens.
  • Menu-driven DIP switches: Change DIP settings on-screen.
  • ROM Saver: Remove the 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—perfect for party mode.

Important Installation Notes

FAQ

Do I need to solder anything?

No, this kit is fully plug-and-play.

Does it save scores permanently?

Yes—stored in serial EPROM without batteries.

How many scores are saved?

Top 5 scores with initials.

Does it support attract music?

Yes—25%, 50%, or 100% intervals.

Can I still use coins?

Yes—works with Freeplay and Coin Up.

Will it work in my cabinet?

Yes—supports Upright and Cocktail.

Backup and restore?

Yes—save and restore high scores anytime.

What is the ROM Saver feature?

You can remove original program ROMs because the kit runs the code.

CPU requirement?

No special CPU required—just a socketed Z80.

Where is the install guide?

Swimmer Installation Guide (PDF)

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