Roc 'n Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kit
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Roc 'n Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCBs
Upgrade your original Roc 'n Rope arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, initials entry, 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 classic arcade experience collectors expect.
Start games without coins while still supporting Coin Up operation.
Permanently saves the Top 5 high scores with initials support.
Separate high-score tables for every difficulty and lives combination.
Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.
Upgrade Your Roc 'n Rope Arcade Experience
Restore and enhance your original Roc 'n Rope 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 arcade feel that made Roc 'n Rope one of Konami’s most unique early climbing-action arcade games.
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
- Requires a 6809E CPU: Ensure your board uses a 6809E processor before installation
- Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your processor is soldered directly to the PCB
- Read the Roc 'n Rope Installation Guide before installing the kit
Included Features
- Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
- Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries
- High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores permanently
- Initial Entry: Initial entry supported for high scores
- Attract Sounds: Plays at 100% of attract-mode rotations
- Freeplay: No coins needed while still supporting Coin Up
- Attract Mode Protection: Helps minimize screen burn with no static screens
- Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change game settings directly from the on-screen menu
- ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs if desired to reduce power consumption
- Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
- Separate Score Tables: 16 unique high-score tables for every difficulty and lives combination
- Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores later for parties or events
Installation Information
- Installation Difficulty: Easy
- Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed
- Processor Requirement: Requires a 6809E 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.
Roc 'n Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
Do I need to solder anything?
No. Installation is completely plug-and-play with no soldering required.
Does it save high scores permanently?
Yes. Scores are saved using reliable serial EEPROM instead of battery-backed RAM.
How many scores are saved?
The kit saves the Top 5 high scores.
Can I enter my initials?
Yes. High-score initials entry is fully supported.
Does it support attract sounds?
Yes. Attract sounds play at 100% of the attract-mode cycle.
Can I use Freeplay and Coin Up?
Yes. Both Freeplay and Coin Up modes are supported.
Are there separate score tables?
Yes. The kit includes 16 different high-score tables based on difficulty and lives settings.
What processor is required?
A socketed 6809E processor is required.
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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