Red Baron Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Red Baron Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Red Baron arcade hardware with our collection of Red Baron Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add reliable high score saving, Free Play functionality, and an on-screen settings menu while preserving the classic aerial shooter gameplay.
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Braze Red Baron Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze Red Baron High Score Save Kit — Features & Install 📄 Installation Guide (PDF) Overview A simple-to-install high score save kit for Red Baron that permanently remembers the top 7 scores and initials—no batteries required. It also functions as a ROM Saver, reducing issues from aging sockets. Premium gold-plated machined header pins provide a strong, reliable connection, and the daughter card snaps firmly into place. No special wiring or soldering is required. Installation Summary Power down the cabinet and access the CPU board. Carefully remove the 6502 CPU from the Red Baron board. Insert the 6502 into the included daughter card. Plug the daughter card into the vacated 6502 CPU socket on the board. Power on and follow the install guide to verify operation. To clear saved scores: enter Self Test, then press and hold Start + Fire until the screen displays “ERASED.” Key Features Installs in minutes: no board modifications or special wiring; no soldering required. Top 7 High Score Save: scores and initials are retained permanently (no batteries). ROM Saver: reduces problems from aging or intermittent ROM sockets. Premium hardware: gold-plated machined header pins; daughter card locks firmly in place. Easy reset: clear the table via Self Test (Start + Fire) with on-screen “ERASED” confirmation. FAQ Where can I download the install guide? Red Baron Install Guide (PDF) Do I need to solder anything? No. Installation requires no soldering or special wiring. How do I clear the high scores? Enter Self Test, then press and hold Start + Fire until “ERASED” appears on screen. Which CPU does this kit use? The kit interfaces with the 6502 CPU—remove the existing 6502, place it in the daughter card, then plug the card into the 6502 socket. What ensures a reliable connection? Gold-plated machined header pins provide a secure, long-lasting connection to the Red Baron CPU socket.
Details and Benefits
The Red Baron Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to address common issues such as lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited cabinet options. This upgrade adds modern reliability and convenience while preserving the classic aerial combat gameplay that Red Baron fans love.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent storage using non-volatile memory
- On-screen settings menu — Adjust gameplay and kit options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static attract screen burn-in
- Cabinet compatibility — Works with Upright 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
Important Installation Notes
This kit requires a compatible socketed CPU. Always review the installation guide prior to installation to ensure correct setup and reliable operation.
Note: This kit does **not currently include a Wi-Fi enabled version** for online score syncing.