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The HighScoreSaves Tapper | Timber | Root Beer Tapper Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit upgrades documented compatible original Bally Midway Tapper or Timber arcade hardware with Tapper, Timber, Root Beer Tapper, and Simpsons Tapper plus permanent high score saving, Free Play, cabinet-aware control mapping, selectable boot games, menu-driven settings, ROM Saver, Backup and Restore, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support. Tapper | Timber Compatibility & Requirements Compatible PCB: Documented compatible original Tapper or Timber arcade PCB Hardware: Original Bally Midway arcade hardware Processor: Compatible Z80 processor required CPU Socket: Compatible 40-pin socket required at the documented Z80 location Cabinet Controls: Control mapping changes automatically for Tapper and Timber cabinet layouts ROM Saver: Documented original program ROMs may be removed after installation Cabinet Support: Upright, cocktail, and cabaret configurations Installation: Plug-in installation when the required Z80 processor is already socketed. If the processor is soldered directly to the PCB, a compatible 40-pin socket must be installed before the kit can be used. Not Sure Which PCB You Have? View Tapper | Timber Multigame Installation Guide PDF Tapper Multigame Settings Menu Video See the Tapper Multigame settings menu and review the available configuration options. This is a settings-menu walkthrough, not a physical installation video. Watch Tapper Multigame Settings Menu Video Four Games Included Tapper Classic Bally Midway bartender gameplay using the cabinet's supported control mapping. Timber Lumberjack gameplay with cabinet-aware controls and two-player simultaneous support when used in a Timber cabinet. Root Beer Tapper Root Beer Tapper variation using the supported Tapper-style gameplay and controls. Simpsons Tapper Simpsons-themed Tapper variation with alternate graphics and presentation. What This Kit Adds Top 10 High Score Save Saves supported Top 10 scores with optional Top 3 score-saving behavior. Separate High Score Tables Maintains individual supported score tables for each game and menu configuration. Lives-Specific Score Tables Supports separate score tables for supported lives settings. Battery-Free Serial EEPROM Stores supported scores and settings without batteries or failure-prone NVRAM. Free Play & Coin-Up Play without inserting coins while retaining traditional coin or token operation when desired. Attract Sounds Configure supported attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100%. Attract Mode Protection Helps reduce prolonged static-screen display during idle periods. Menu-Driven Settings Adjust supported game and cabinet options directly through the on-screen menu. Selectable Boot Game Choose Tapper, Timber, Root Beer Tapper, Simpsons Tapper, or supported last-played-game behavior at startup. High Scores Button Quickly display saved score tables for the selected game. Global High Scores Button Provides supported leaderboard access on Wi-Fi-enabled kits. Menu Lock Helps protect settings from guests or accidental changes. Stealth Mode Allows the kit to boot directly into the last played or selected game. Starting Lives Options Configure supported starting-lives settings. Bonus Threshold Selection Choose supported 10,000, 20,000, 40,000, or 80,000 bonus thresholds. Branding Options Select supported original Midway logos or HighScoreSaves branding. Backup & Restore Back up supported score data and restore it after service, transport, testing, or events. Reset Button Perform a supported soft restart without cycling cabinet power. ROM Saver Allows documented original program ROMs to be removed and stored safely after installation. Cabinet-Aware Control Mapping Tapper Cabinet Playing Timber Timber is limited to one-player operation. Tap plus joystick left chops left, and Tap plus joystick right chops right. Timber Cabinet Playing Tapper Tapper uses the Player 1 joystick, while the left and right Timber chop controls act as Tap inputs. Timber retains supported two-player simultaneous operation when installed in a Timber cabinet. Before Restoring Cabinet Power Verify Z80 processor orientation, Pin 1 alignment, socket condition, cabinet control layout, ROM Saver steps, daughterboard seating, and all documented installation work before restoring power. Standard vs. Wi-Fi Kit Standard Kit Stores supported Tapper Multigame scores and settings locally. No internet connection is required for gameplay, Free Play, Coin-Up operation, game selection, local score saving, or menu operation. Wi-Fi Enabled Kit Includes the same local functionality and adds supported online score submission to the HighScoreSaves leaderboard platform. Wi-Fi can be disabled without affecting local score saving or normal gameplay. Wi-Fi-enabled kits use compatible 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Tapper | Timber Multigame Kit FAQ Which arcade PCBs are supported? The kit is designed for documented compatible original Tapper or Timber arcade PCBs. Which games are included? Tapper, Timber, Root Beer Tapper, and Simpsons Tapper. Which processor is required? A compatible socketed Z80 processor is required. Does installation require soldering? No soldering is required when the required Z80 location already uses a compatible 40-pin socket. A compatible socket must be installed first if the CPU is soldered. How many high scores are saved? The kit saves Top 10 scores by default and supports optional Top 3 score-saving behavior. Can Timber support two-player simultaneous play? Yes when installed in a Timber cabinet. Timber is limited to one-player operation when played using a Tapper cabinet control layout. Can I choose which game boots first? Yes. Supported boot choices include Tapper, Timber, Root Beer Tapper, Simpsons Tapper, and supported last-played-game behavior. Can I back up and restore scores? Yes. Backup and Restore functionality is included. Will the Wi-Fi kit still work if Wi-Fi is disabled? Yes. Local gameplay, Free Play, Coin-Up operation, score saving, game selection, and menu operation continue to work without Wi-Fi. Helpful Tapper | Timber Resources Learn How HighScoreSaves Kits Work What's a Wi-Fi Kit? 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Root Beer Tapper Arcade Reproduction Control Panel Direct replacement control panel for the Root Beer Tapper arcade cabinet. This Root Beer Tapper Arcade Reproduction Control Panel is designed as a direct replacement for the original panel used in dedicated Root Beer Tapper upright arcade machines. The panel closely matches the original size, shape, and mounting layout so it installs properly in the cabinet while maintaining the authentic appearance of the control panel area. Original control panels often become rusted, bent, or heavily worn after decades of gameplay. This reproduction panel provides a clean and durable foundation for restoration projects, allowing collectors and technicians to rebuild the control panel while preserving the correct look and feel of the original arcade hardware. Important Information This listing includes the metal control panel only. No joystick, tap handles, buttons, wiring, harnesses, or wood components are included. If your original panel included these parts, they can be transferred from your existing control panel. No control panel overlay (CPO) is included with this panel. Please review the product image gallery to see the exact item included. Features Accurate reproduction of the original Root Beer Tapper arcade control panel Correct mounting layout designed for upright cabinets Durable metal construction for long-term arcade use Ideal base for installing tap handles, buttons, and control panel overlay Perfect for arcade cabinet restoration or repair projects Compatibility Root Beer Tapper (Bally Midway) Dedicated upright Root Beer Tapper arcade cabinets Installation Notes Transfer original tap handles, buttons, wiring, and hardware from your existing control panel Install reproduction or original control panel overlay (CPO) after mounting hardware Verify alignment before tightening mounting hardware to ensure proper fit Product Specifications Product Type: Arcade Control Panel Game Compatibility: Root Beer Tapper (Arcade) Cabinet Type: Upright Arcade Cabinet Material: Metal Includes: Metal control panel only Overlay Included: No Buttons Included: No Tap Handles Included: No Installation: Transfer original controls and wiring Whether you are restoring a worn cabinet or replacing a damaged panel, this Root Beer Tapper arcade reproduction control panel helps bring your classic arcade machine back to its original appearance and gameplay experience.

Tapper Arcade Reproduction Control Panel Direct replacement control panel for the Tapper arcade cabinet. This Tapper Arcade Reproduction Control Panel is designed as a direct replacement for the original panel used in dedicated Tapper upright arcade machines. The panel closely matches the original size, shape, and mounting layout so it installs properly in the cabinet while maintaining the authentic appearance of the control panel area. Original control panels often become rusted, bent, or heavily worn after decades of gameplay. This reproduction panel provides a clean and durable foundation for restoration projects, allowing collectors and technicians to rebuild the control panel while preserving the correct look and feel of the original arcade hardware. Important Information This listing includes the metal control panel only. No joystick, tap handles, buttons, wiring, harnesses, or wood components are included. If your original panel included these parts, they can be transferred from your existing control panel. No control panel overlay (CPO) is included with this panel. Please review the product image gallery to see the exact item included. Features Accurate reproduction of the original Tapper arcade control panel Correct mounting layout designed for upright cabinets Durable metal construction for long-term arcade use Ideal base for installing tap handles, buttons, and control panel overlay Perfect for arcade cabinet restoration or repair projects Compatibility Tapper (Bally Midway) Dedicated upright Tapper arcade cabinets Installation Notes Transfer original tap handles, buttons, wiring, and hardware from your existing control panel Install reproduction or original control panel overlay (CPO) after mounting hardware Verify alignment before tightening mounting hardware to ensure proper fit Product Specifications Product Type: Arcade Control Panel Game Compatibility: Tapper (Arcade) Cabinet Type: Upright Arcade Cabinet Material: Metal Includes: Metal control panel only Overlay Included: No Buttons Included: No Tap Handles Included: No Installation: Transfer original controls and wiring Whether you are restoring a worn cabinet or replacing a damaged panel, this Tapper arcade reproduction control panel helps bring your classic arcade machine back to its original appearance and gameplay experience.