Discs of Tron Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Discs of Tron Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Discs of Tron arcade hardware with our collection of Discs of Tron Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add reliable high score saving and Free Play functionality while preserving the original vector graphics and immersive gameplay.
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Discs of Tron Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Discs of Tron Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Bally Midway Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Discs of Tron arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sound enhancements, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Bally Midway 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 Stores the Top 10 scores using reliable EEPROM storage. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Original Hardware Designed for authentic Bally Midway arcade PCB gameplay. Upgrade Your Discs of Tron Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Discs of Tron arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Bally Midway 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 effects, timing, and arcade feel that made Discs of Tron one of the most immersive arcade experiences 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. Important Installation Notes Original Discs of Tron PCB required Socketed Z80 CPU required Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering or board modifications required Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries or NVRAM failures High Score Save: Stores the Top 10 scores Attract Sounds: Adjustable to 25%, 50%, or 100% attract cycle rotation Copyright Options: Choose original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves branding Freeplay Mode: Unlimited play without coins Coin-Up Support: Continue using quarters or tokens Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce screen burn during idle operation On-Screen DIP Settings: Configure settings directly through the menu system ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs to reduce power usage Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore scores anytime Separate Score Tables: Individual score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives Stealth Mode: Enter the menu by holding P1 during power-up Bonus Life Options: 10k, 20k, 40k, or 80k Initial Entry Options: Select 2 or 3 initials 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 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. View Global Arcade High Scores Discs of Tron Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ How many scores are saved? The kit stores the Top 10 high scores. Does it support Freeplay and Coin-Up? Yes. The kit supports both Freeplay and standard coin operation. What bonus life options are included? Bonus life settings include 10k, 20k, 40k, or 80k. Can I choose 2 or 3 initials? Yes. The initials entry system supports either 2 or 3 initials. Which CPU is required? A socketed Z80 processor is required. What is Stealth Mode? Hold P1 during power-up to enter the hidden settings menu. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Discs of Tron Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Discs of Tron Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Discs of Tron Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to address common issues like lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This kit brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the original Tron universe experience and vector graphics gameplay.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent score storage via non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust game options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static attract screen burn-in
- Vector cabinet compatibility — Works with vector display arcade cabinets
Advanced Features
- High score backup and restore — Save and reload score data as needed
- Separate score tables — Independent high score tables based on configuration settings
- Optional Wi-Fi support — Upload and sync high scores online
Important Installation Notes
This kit requires a compatible socketed CPU on the Discs of Tron PCB. Always review the installation guide before beginning to ensure correct setup and reliable operation.
Optional Wi-Fi enabled versions allow scores to be uploaded online and synced to your personal player page in addition to local high score saving on the PCB.