Arcade Operators Manual - Amidar

Amidar Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Konami Amidar arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract mode enhancements, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support 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, sound, or the classic arcade experience collectors expect. Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Install Guide Free Play Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation. High Score Saving Reliable serial EPROM storage with no batteries required. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Original Hardware Designed for authentic Konami arcade PCB gameplay. Upgrade Your Amidar Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Amidar 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, sound, timing, and arcade feel that made Amidar a classic maze-action arcade game. 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. Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or complex wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EPROM storage with no batteries required High Score Tracking: Saves Top 10 scores with multiple score tables based on lives selected Attract Sounds: Adjustable attract audio frequency options Free Play Mode: Coin-free operation with optional coin support Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce screen burn from static screens Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Configure game settings without opening the cabinet ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to reduce power usage Cabinet Compatibility: Supports Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and reload high scores before or after events God Mode: Practice endlessly with unlimited lives (scores not saved) Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No Socketed Z80 Required: Install a 40-pin socket if needed Cabinet Compatibility: Upright and Cocktail Installation Guide: Download PDF Installation Guide Optional Wi-Fi Features and Online Leaderboards Learn About Wi-Fi Enabled Kits 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. All Global Arcade High Scores Amidar Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 10 scores with multiple score tables depending on lives selected. What is the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? Wi-Fi kits upload scores online and sync to your personal page. Standard kits save scores locally only. Is installation truly plug and play? Yes. No soldering or board modifications are required. Ensure your Z80 is socketed or add a 40-pin socket. What is God Mode? God Mode allows endless practice without losing lives. Scores are not saved in this mode. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Amidar Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Amidar Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store