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Fast Freddie Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Kaneko Arcade PCB
Upgrade your original Fast Freddie arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware.
Designed specifically for original Kaneko hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic arcade experience collectors expect.
Start games without coins while still supporting optional coin operation.
Permanently saves and displays the Top 10 scores.
Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract-mode rotation.
Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.
Upgrade Your Fast Freddie Arcade Experience
Restore and enhance your original Fast Freddie arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Kaneko 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 Fast Freddie one of the most recognizable ladder-climbing platform arcade games of the early 1980s.
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.
Available Kit Options
Build your kit exactly how you want it. Choose between a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit.
Optional processor and socket upgrades are also available to simplify installation on original hardware.
Important Installation Notes
- Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 is not socketed, install a 40-pin socket first
- Read the Fast Freddie Installation Guide before starting installation
Included Features
- Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
- Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of batteries or failure-prone NVRAM
- High Score Save: Saves and displays the Top 10 scores permanently
- Attract Logo Selection: Switch between original manufacturer and HighScoreSaves branding
- Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract-mode rotation
- Freeplay Mode: No coins needed while still supporting Coin Up
- Attract Mode Screen Saver: Helps reduce monitor burn-in
- Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change options without opening the cabinet
- ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs to reduce power consumption
- Cabinet Support: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
- Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores before parties or events
- Separate Score Tables: Unique tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings
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.
Fast Freddie Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
Which game does this kit support?
This kit is designed specifically for Fast Freddie arcade PCBs.
How many high scores are saved?
The kit saves and displays the Top 10 scores.
Does it support Free Play and Coin Up?
Yes. Freeplay mode and Coin Up are both fully supported.
Can I change DIP settings without opening the cabinet?
Yes. All DIP options are fully menu-driven through the on-screen interface.
What additional features are included?
Backup and Restore, attract-sound options, and separate score tables for multiple lives settings are included.
Does it support attract sounds?
Yes. Attract sounds are adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% rotation intervals.
Does it support Cocktail cabinets?
Yes. Compatible with both Upright and Cocktail cabinets.
Where can I download the Installation Guide?
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Z80 8-Bit Microprocessor (40-Pin CPU) The Z80 is a classic 8-bit microprocessor widely used in arcade machines from the late 1970s through the 1980s. This processor served as the main CPU in many arcade PCBs, executing game code, processing player inputs, and coordinating communication with memory, sound hardware, and video circuitry. The Z80 became one of the most popular processors in arcade hardware due to its reliability and expanded instruction set compared to earlier CPUs. Because of its widespread use, the Z80 is commonly found in a variety of classic arcade games and remains an essential component when repairing or restoring vintage arcade boards. This processor uses a standard 40-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) and installs directly into a compatible socket on the arcade PCB. Replacing a faulty CPU can often resolve boot failures, lockups, or other operational issues in aging arcade hardware. Key Features Z80 8-bit microprocessor Standard 40-pin DIP package Common CPU used in many classic arcade PCBs Handles core game logic, timing, and system control Ideal for arcade PCB troubleshooting, repair, and restoration Used In Arcade Games Such As Donkey Kong Galaga Donkey Kong Jr. Frogger Galaxian Dig Dug Xevious …and many other classic arcade titles Installation Notes Installs into a standard 40-pin DIP socket on compatible arcade PCBs Ensure correct notch orientation when installing the CPU Recommended for technicians performing arcade board repair or restoration *Manufacturer brands or markings may vary.
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40-Pin Socket Specifications This 40-pin DIP socket is designed for reliable installation of integrated circuits and arcade daughter boards that use a standard 40-pin layout. Using a socket allows the chip or module to be easily removed or replaced without soldering directly to the PCB, helping protect the board during upgrades, repairs, or troubleshooting. Pin Pitch: 2.54 mm (0.100″) standard DIP spacing Total Pins: 40 pins arranged in two rows (2×20) Mounting Type: Through-hole (THT) for secure soldered installation Compatibility: Designed for standard 40-pin DIP integrated circuits and modules Installation Benefit: Allows ICs to be inserted or removed without repeated soldering Use Case: Ideal for arcade PCB upgrades, ROM installations, and repair work The standard 2.54 mm (0.100″) pin spacing matches the layout used on most classic arcade PCBs and DIP integrated circuits. Once soldered to the board, the socket provides a stable connection while allowing the chip to be safely inserted and removed when needed.
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