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Time Pilot Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Time Pilot Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCB

Upgrade your original Time Pilot arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sound support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware.

Designed specifically for original Konami hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic arcade experience collectors expect.

Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs
Free Play

Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation.

High Score Saving

Stores Top 5 scores with separate lives-based score tables.

Fast Boot

Quick self-test access directly from the menu system.

Optional Wi-Fi

Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.

Upgrade Your Time Pilot Arcade Experience

Restore and enhance your original Time Pilot arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami arcade hardware.

Original boards often lose high scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original gameplay, controls, timing, and arcade feel that made Time Pilot one of the most iconic multidirectional shooters of the arcade era.

Unlike multigame systems or reproduction boards, this kit keeps your original arcade PCB intact while improving long-term reliability for collectors, operators, and restoration projects.

Important Installation Notes

  • Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if your processor is soldered directly to the PCB
  • Read the Time Pilot Installation Guide before installation

Included Features

  • Easy Installation: Plug-and-play with a socketed Z80 processor
  • Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage instead of batteries or NVRAM
  • High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores with initials
  • Attract Sounds: Enable sound during attract mode rotation
  • Copyright Selection: Choose between manufacturer or HighScoreSaves logo
  • Freeplay Mode: No more coins or opening the coin door
  • Coin-Up Support: Continue using coins or tokens if desired
  • Attract Mode Protection: Helps minimize static images and screen burn
  • On-Screen DIP Settings: Menu-driven configuration with no cabinet pull-out required
  • ROM Saver: Original program ROMs may optionally be removed
  • Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
  • Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime
  • Separate Score Tables: Different HSS tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives
  • Fast Boot: Access self-test directly from the main menu or by setting all DIP switches OFF

Installation Information

  • Installation Difficulty: Easy
  • Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed
  • Processor Requirement: Requires a Z80 processor
  • Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if needed
  • Cabinet Compatibility: Upright and Cocktail supported
  • Installation Guide: Download PDF Installation Guide

Optional Wi-Fi Features and Online Leaderboards

Upgrade to a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit to upload scores online and compete against players around the world, locally within your arcade, or across your own connected cabinet network.

Standard kits save scores locally to the PCB, while Wi-Fi kits add automatic online score syncing through the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard platform.

Time Pilot Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ

Do I need to solder anything to install this kit?

No. Installation is plug-and-play as long as your Z80 CPU is socketed. If it isn’t, install a 40-pin socket first.

What’s the difference between the Wi-Fi and Standard kits?

The Wi-Fi kit uploads scores online while the Standard kit saves scores locally only.

Can I upgrade to Wi-Fi later?

No. Wi-Fi hardware must be selected during purchase.

How many scores are saved?

The Time Pilot kit stores the Top 5 scores with separate tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives.

Will this work in my cabinet?

Yes. Fully compatible with Upright and Cocktail Time Pilot cabinets.

Can I back up or restore scores?

Yes. Backup and Restore functionality is included.

Does it support attract sounds?

Yes. Sound can be enabled during the attract rotation cycle.

What is the ROM Saver feature?

You may remove the original ROMs since the save kit runs the program directly.

Does it support Freeplay and Coin Up?

Yes. Freeplay and standard coin operation both work.

Where is the install guide?

Time Pilot Installation Guide PDF

Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts.

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Great high score save kit

Adds so much fun to our Time Pilot game in the basement. Now it saves scores when turned off

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ROM Saver: The kit supplies supported program code, allowing designated original program ROMs to be removed where directed by the installation guide. Saved settings: Supported configuration changes are retained locally by the kit. PCB Compatibility and Installation Requirements Supported hardware: Designed for documented original Midway, Namco, and compatible Galaga clone PCB configurations. Clone-board verification: Not every Galaga-style or reproduction PCB is compatible. Compare the exact board layout with the installation guide before ordering. PCB access required: The original arcade game board must be accessed during installation. Z80 processor required: The kit installs at the documented 40-pin Z80 processor location. Original processor: The original Z80 is removed from the PCB and installed on the kit unless a compatible processor option is selected. No soldering when socketed: Installation does not require soldering when the required Z80 location already has a compatible socket. Soldered processor: If the Z80 is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket. Orientation: Verify Pin 1 alignment and inspect every processor pin before restoring cabinet power. Installation Information Installation type: Daughterboard upgrade for compatible original Galaga arcade hardware Processor: Uses a compatible Z80 processor Processor location: Documented 40-pin Z80 socket on the game PCB Soldering required: No, when the required processor location is already socketed PCB compatibility: Documented Midway, Namco, and compatible Galaga clone boards Cabinet compatibility: Documented upright and cocktail configurations Installation guide: Download the Galaga installation guide Standard and Optional Wi-Fi Versions The standard kit permanently saves supported scores, initials, and settings locally. It does not require an internet connection. The optional 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi version includes the same local features and can also submit supported completed scores after qualifying initials are entered. Wi-Fi can be disabled without affecting Galaga gameplay, Free Play, local score saving, or menu settings. Standard vs. Wi-Fi Kits View Global Arcade High Scores Galaga Kit FAQ Which Galaga PCBs are supported? The kit supports documented original Midway, Namco, and compatible Galaga clone PCB configurations. Compare the exact board layout with the installation guide because not every clone or reproduction board is compatible. How is the HighScoreSaves menu opened? Hold Player 1 Start for approximately four seconds during attract mode. How many high scores are saved? The kit permanently stores the Top 5 supported scores and their qualifying player initials. Does the kit support Free Play and coin operation? Yes. Free Play can be enabled, or the cabinet can continue accepting quarters or tokens. Does Auto Fire permanently change Galaga? No. Auto Fire and alternate shooting speeds are optional menu settings. Select Normal firing and disable Auto Fire for standard behavior. What firing speeds are available? The supported settings are Normal, Slow, Fast, and Fastest. What does the Level 255 fix do? It allows supported game progression to continue beyond the original Level 255 behavior. Does installation require soldering? Not when the required Z80 location already has a compatible 40-pin socket. A qualified arcade technician must install a socket when the processor is soldered directly to the PCB. Is Wi-Fi required? No. The standard kit saves supported scores, initials, and settings locally. Wi-Fi is optional for online score submission. Are other Galaga upgrade kits available? Other Galaga upgrades have been produced. This page covers the HighScoreSaves kit sold and supported by HighScoreSaves, including its documented settings, gameplay options, compatibility, and optional Wi-Fi features. Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for documented compatible Galaga arcade hardware. Resources 1. Galaga Installation Guide 2. HighScoreSaves Tips and Tricks 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. Galaga Kit Category

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