Juno First Free Play and High Score Save Kit
$75.00
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Juno First Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCBs
Upgrade your original Juno First 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 Konami hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the fast-paced shooter gameplay collectors expect.
No coins required while still supporting Coin Up operation.
Permanently stores the Top 20 scores.
Sound enabled during every attract rotation.
Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.
Upgrade Your Juno First Arcade Experience
Restore and enhance your original Juno First 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, controls, timing, and fast-paced shooter gameplay that made Juno First a standout arcade classic.
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 Information
- 6809E Processor Required: This kit requires a 6809E processor
- Konami-1 CPU Must Be Socketed: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is soldered directly to the PCB
- Read the Juno First Installation Guide before installation
Main Features
- Easy Install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
- Save Your Scores Forever: Uses serial EEPROM instead of NVRAM or batteries
- High Score Save: Stores the Top 20 scores permanently
- Attract Sounds: Sound enabled every attract rotation
- Free Play: No coins required while Coin Up remains supported
- Screen Saver Attract: Rotates content to help reduce CRT burn-in
- Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change DIP settings directly on-screen
- ROM Saver: Remove original ROMs to reduce heat and power usage
- Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
Additional Features
- Separate Score Tables: Independent score tables for 3, 4, 5, and 7 lives
- Backup and Restore: Save and reload scores anytime
- Stealth Mode: Boots to appear stock and original
Installation Information
- Installation Difficulty: Easy
- Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed
- Processor Requirement: Requires a 6809E processor
- Socketed CPU Required: Konami-1 CPU must be socketed
- 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.
Juno First Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
Which boards does this kit support?
Designed for original Juno First arcade PCBs. Your Konami-1 CPU must be socketed.
How many high scores are saved?
The kit stores the Top 20 scores using reliable serial EEPROM memory.
Does it support Free Play and Coin Up?
Yes. Both Free Play and Coin Up are fully supported.
Can I change DIP settings without opening the cabinet?
Yes. DIP settings are fully menu-driven and adjustable on-screen.
What is ROM Saver?
ROM Saver allows removal of original program ROMs to lower heat and power consumption.
Are lives tracked separately?
Yes. Separate score tables exist for 3, 4, 5, and 7 lives.
Does it work in Upright and Cocktail cabinets?
Yes. Fully compatible with both cabinet styles.
Where can I download the installation guide?
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6809E 8-Bit Microprocessor (40-Pin CPU) The 6809E is a powerful 8-bit microprocessor commonly used in classic arcade PCBs during the early and mid-1980s. This processor served as the main CPU for many arcade boards, executing game code, handling player inputs, and coordinating communication between memory, sound hardware, and video circuitry. Known for its advanced architecture compared to earlier processors, the 6809E provided improved instruction sets and efficient memory addressing, making it a popular choice for more complex arcade games. A properly functioning CPU is essential for reliable board operation, making the 6809E a common replacement component during arcade PCB repair and restoration. Key Features Motorola 6809E 8-bit microprocessor Standard 40-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) Used as the main CPU in many classic arcade boards Handles game logic, timing, and hardware communication Ideal for arcade PCB repair and restoration work Used In Arcade Games Such As Circus Charlie Juno First Track & Field Hyper Sports Star Wars Qix …and many other classic arcade titles Some arcade boards use the 6809E processor in conjunction with other supporting chips or adapters. In certain Konami systems, the 6809E can be used with a 42-pin Konami-1 adapter, which is included with some HighScoreSaves kits. Installation Notes Installs into a standard 40-pin DIP socket on compatible arcade PCBs Ensure proper notch orientation when installing the CPU Recommended for technicians performing arcade board troubleshooting or restoration *Can be used with a 42-pin Konami-1 adapter (included with some HighScoreSaves kits). *Manufacturer brands may vary.
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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