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Carnival Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Customize Your Carnival 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.
  • Permanent score saving: Uses serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries).
  • High Score Save: Displays the Top 3 on-screen and stores up to 30 scores total.
  • Real attract sounds: Not just music—gameplay sounds are included.
  • Attract sounds options: Set to 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract rotation.
  • Freeplay & Coin-Up: Play without coins or keep quarters/tokens enabled.
  • Attract mode: Helps minimize screen burn by avoiding static screens.
  • Menu-driven DIP settings: Change options on-screen—no cabinet digging required.
  • ROM Saver: Optionally remove 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 game-room parties.

Important Installation Notes

Just the FAQ's

How many scores are saved?

The kit displays the Top 3 scores on-screen and stores up to 30 in total.

Does it support Freeplay and coin operation?

Yes. You can use Freeplay or keep coin-up enabled.

What are real attract sounds?

In addition to music, the attract mode plays actual gameplay sounds for a more engaging demo.

Can I change settings without opening the cabinet?

Yes. DIP settings are menu-driven and accessible on-screen.

What is ROM Saver?

You can remove original program ROMs since the program runs directly on the kit, reducing power draw.

Where can I download the Installation Guide?
Do I need a socketed CPU?

Yes. A socketed Z80 is required. If your board doesn’t have one, install a 40-pin socket.

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Make this WiFi Enabled to upload your scores?: YES! - Make this WiFi Enabled to upload my scores! +$35 Would you like to add a z80?: Yes - Add a z80 +$7 Would you like to add a 40pin Socket?: No

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Make this WiFi Enabled to upload your scores?: No, Standard Kit is good enough! Would you like an instruction magnet?: No, no instruction magnet for me Would you like to add a 40pin Socket?: No

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