Midway Cruis N Exotica 27 Dedicated Game Operations Manual

							Operations - 5
  Video Game Machine Array
 SET-UP
1. Inspect the exterior of the main cabinet and the seat pedestal for signs of damage prior to assembly.
WARNING
The cabinet is top heavy. Do not push against plastic parts during movement.
2.  Remove the keys from the steering wheel.  Unlock the coin, cash box, and rear doors to access the
electrical cords, mechanical components, and spare parts packed inside the cash box.
3.  Install one nut onto each leg leveler. Tilting as needed, locate the threaded holes under the cabinet
and pedestal, insert a leveler into each hole. Do not tighten nuts at this time.
4.  Roll cabinet to intended location, maintaining a clearance to work in, and lower each leveler until the
cabinet is stable and level.  Adjust levelers as necessary to equally distribute the weight. 
						

							Operations - 6
Location of Casters and Levelers
5. Reach inside the base of the cabinet and remove the bolts used to fasten a mounting rail to the
cabinet and set aside. Individually pull the rail out, flip it end for end, and reinsert it. Fasten the rail to
the inside of the cabinet with bolts until finger tight; some movement is required in the mounting rails
to align holes with pedestal assembly.
 Repeat for the mounting rail on the other side. See diagram for
proper placement.
Location of Pedestal Assembly  Mounting Holes 
						

							Operations - 7 6.  Roll the pedestal near the cabinet and align the opening in the pedestal with the ends of the rails.
Slide the pedestal forward onto the rails leaving enough space to attach the wiring harness. Mate
each cable connector and press firmly to seat the contacts.  Ensure no wires are pinched during
pedestal attachment. Fasten in place with the ¼ -20 tamper resistant screws and large flat washers
provided in spare parts. Tighten the screws firmly with the wrench provided, and then tighten the bolts
for the mounting rails.
7.  Lower each leg leveler until the pedestal is stable and level with the cabinet. Adjust all levelers until
both pieces are flush and parallel with each other.  Inspect for pinched wires, and then insert and
firmly tighten the remaining fasteners to attach the two pieces as one.
8.  Remove the hasp used to secure the rear door from the spare parts bag. Remove the lock bracket
nuts from above the rear door opening. Slide the hasp bracket onto the bolts until it protrudes through
the hole in the cabinet, and then reinstall nuts.
Rear Door Hasp Installation
9.  Modify the lock plate by removing the hardware at the top of the rear door, rotating it so the slot is
above the door and reinstalling the nuts and bolts.
10.  Reinstall the rear door onto the cabinet and lock it.  If necessary, insert an extra padlock in the hasp at
this time. Install the screws at the top and sides of the rear door and tighten snugly.
11. Remove the power cord from the spare parts bag and insert a portion of it in the cord clamp. Make
sure there is enough slack before plugging the cord into the receptacle.
Line Cord Installation 
						

							Operations - 8 12.  Plug the VGM into a grounded (3-terminal) AC wall outlet.  Press the ON/OFF switch located near the
top of the cabinet to switch on power to the game cabinet. After the Self-Test Mode the game
automatically enters Attract Mode if no errors are found.
13.  Open the coin door.  Locate the operator control switch panel and then press and hold the Begin Test
button to enter the menu system.  W ait until the Main Menu screen appears on the monitor.
Coin Door Switch Location
14. Follow on-screen instructions to select Diagnostics, then choose SW ITCH TEST.  Follow the on-
screen instructions to verify that each of the controls is operational.  If no errors are found, the controls
should function well.
15.  Return to the Diagnostics screen, then choose MOTION TEST.  Follow the on-screen instructions to
verify that motion seat is operational.  If no errors are found, the seat should function well.
16. Return to the Diagnostics screen, then choose SOUND BOARD TEST.  Follow the on-screen
instructions to verify that each of the speakers is operational.  If no errors are found, the audio should
function well.
17. Return to the Diagnostics screen, then choose STEERING W HEEL TEST.  Follow the on-screen
instructions to verify the presence of steering resistance. If no errors are found, the aim will be good.
18. Return to the Main Menu screen, then choose CALIBRATE CONTROLS.  Follow the on-screen
instructions to set steering limits.  If no errors are found, the controls will have the maximum accuracy.
19. Return to the Main Menu screen, and then choose EXIT.  The game will automatically enter its
“attract” mode of operation (scenes and sounds from typical races, player’s scores, messages, etc.).
20. Insert currency or tokens and play a game.  Change the volume and make any other adjustments.
Close and lock all open doors.  Tighten the leveler nuts and engage the caster locks.
21. Insert currency or tokens and play a game.  Change the volume and make any other desired
adjustments.  Close and lock all open doors.  Make sure the leveler nuts are tightly fastened and
engage the caster locks. 
						

							Operations - 9
MAINTENANCE
♦
 Viewing Glass
It is not necessary to switch off power to the VGM to clean the glass.  Apply a mild glass cleaner to a
clean cloth or sponge and wipe the viewing glass. 
 Do not apply the cleaner directly on the glass!
Liquid could drip down into switch or control circuits and cause erratic game operation.
♦
 Player Controls
Use plastic-safe, non-abrasive cleaners to avoid damage.  Apply cleaner to a clean cloth or sponge
and wipe the player controls.  Do not apply the cleaner directly on the controls!
♦
 Cabinet and Seat
Use plastic-safe, non-abrasive cleaners to avoid damage.  Apply cleaner to a clean cloth or sponge
and wipe the seat or cabinet. 
 Do not apply cleaner directly on artwork or cabinet!
GAME FEATURES
CRUIS’N EXOTICA™ ships configured for one-player game play.  Cabinets may be linked to permit player
competition.  A lighted header option is available.
Cruis’n Exotica™ is the latest, most thrilling and adventurous driving game in the Cruis’n™ video game
series. Players can select tracks located in nearly a dozen exotic locales around the globe. From Tibet to
Atlantis, Mars to Hong Kong, it is every player’s goal to rack up high scores and mileage points.
Speeding on their way toward a first place finish, drivers listen to cool tunes on the radio as they pass
palms swaying in the breeze, 3-Dimensional animals cavorting roadside, and a variety of shortcuts hidden
along the way. A player’s combined speed and skill virtually assure a place in the winner’s circle.
Player incentives, like free games for top speeds and distance, are sure to captivate players and ensure
many trips around the track. A player finishing in first place soon discovers they have been whisked away
on a free trip to an exotic locale. (Player incentives are Operator Optional and enabled at the Operator’s
discretion)
For added excitement the dashboard now features a keypad. Player’s are encouraged to maintain a
personal access code and to use the keypad to recall player statistics. Player statistics record mileage,
win-to-loss ratio and high scores. As soon as the personal access code is entered, the stored player name
and information is instantly recalled and displayed onscreen.
STARTING UP
Each time power is switched on or restored to the game machine, the system enters Start-up Tests.  A
rug pattern appears on the CRT screen.  W hen the rug pattern ends, the screen shows a CPU Board
map.  Bad ICs are indicated in red, good ICs are in green.  The software revision level is shown at the top
of the screen.
A status screen to report on network activity will appear for about ten seconds. This screen is used to
verify and troubleshoot connections on an array of cabinets.
The system enters Attract Mode once it passes all power-up tests. The Attract Mode screen will cycle
endlessly and display a variety of scenes and sounds from a typical race on any given track.  The system
does not exit Attract Mode until the desired amount of coins or tokens is inserted and game play
commences.
NOTE:
  An error message appears on screen and the game does not enter start up if an error is detected
during the Start-Up Test. Record any messages before attempting to service the game. 
						

							Operations - 10 GAME RULES AND OBJECTIVES
The game is configured for one-player game play, but up to four cabinets may be linked at one time to
promote multiple player competition. To enter Game Mode, individual player(s) must insert the required
amount of currency or tokens, press the Start button, and select a car and track. The main objective of the
game is to earn top ranking against other drivers.
PLAYER CONTROLS
♦
 Start button
The start button is used to begin game play or to select certain features before a race.
♦
 Radio button
The radio button allows the player to turn radio sounds on and off, and to change stations.
♦
 Lo button
This button shows the view from the driver’s seat inside the vehicle.  This is a normal driver view.
♦
 Cam button
This button shows the view from directly above.  The player can see the front end of the vehicle.
♦
 Hi button
This button shows an aerial view of the vehicle.  This is what a helicopter camera would see.
♦
 Pedals
The gas and brake pedals control vehicle speed. Press the gas pedal twice to create a power boost.
♦
 Seat Position Adjuster
The seat position may be changed at any time, even during competition. Pull the adjustment lever to
the left while seated then slide the seat forward or backward. Release the lever to lock the seat into
position.
Player Control Locations 
						

							Operations - 11
GAME OPERATION
Access to the menu system for statistics, adjustments, and testing is secured by a keyed lock to prevent
tampering.  W hen the menu system is entered, on screen messages guide the operator through tasks.
Cabinet Switches
♦
 The ON/OFF SWITCH 
is located on the top side of the cabinet.
♦
 The REMOTE MONITOR ADJUSTMENTS 
are located inside the coin vault.  Adjust video image size,
brightness, contrast, etc. using the Monitor Test screens and the monitor controls.
♦
 The SLAM TILT SWITCH 
detects forceful vibrations against the coin door to eliminate pounding for
free games.  It is located on the inside of the coin door opening near the lock.
NOTE
: The Slam switch is not present on Dollar Bill Validator (DBV) ready doors.
Control Buttons
♦
 The TEST BUTTON 
accesses the game Menu System.  Press the Test button to access the Main
Menu and select individual diagnostics, audits, utilities, etc.
♦
 The VOLUME UP BUTTON 
scrolls through menu selections or adjustment items and raises the
sound level in game play.  An audible tone accompanies each activation of this button.
♦
 The VOLUME DOWN BUTTON 
scrolls through the menu selections or adjustment items and lowers
the sound level in game play.  An audible tone accompanies each activation of this button.
♦
 The SERVICE CREDIT BUTTON 
allots credits without affecting the games bookkeeping total.  This
button can also be used to exit from menu selections or to return to the main menu.
Coin Door Switch Location 
						

							Operations - 12
NOTES 
						

							
	




	




 
						

							Diagnostics - 2
MENU SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE MENU SYSTEM?
The game’s Menu System is a series of auditing, game adjustments and diagnostic screens. You can
easily access and apply these screens to optimize game performance. For instance…
¾  Use game audit screens to assess game performance.
¾  Use adjustment screens to help you customize game performance. For example, you can restore
factory default game settings. You can also calibrate player controls for player accuracy.
¾  Use diagnostic screens to verify proper equipment operation.
   ACCESSING THE MENU SYSTEM
Open the coin door. Locate and press the TEST MODE switch. The game system will exit game Attract
Mode and enter Diagnostic Mode. The system runs a brief self-test, and then displays the Main Menu.
The Main Menu is the opening screen of the Menu System.
Game audits, adjustments and diagnostics are line items on the Main Menu. Selecting an item opens its
submenu. Every submenu presents various options that you may act upon.
CRUIS’N EXOTICA DIAGNOSTICS
MAIN MENU
DIAGNOSTIC MENU
GAME AUDITS
ADJUSTMENT MENU
UTILITIES
CALIBRATE CONTROLS
ADJUST VOLUME
EXIT
VERSION INFORMATION
VERSION:
DATE:
BUILD:
SERIAL:
CHIP DATE:
PRESS VOLUME UP/DOWN BUTTONS TO SELECT
PRESS TEST BUTTON TO ACTIVATE
PRESS SERVICE CREDIT BUTTON TO EXIT
Typical Main Menu Screen
MENU LAYOUT
Observe that each menu screen basically uses the same layout. The game ID, Serial Number, and Date
of Manufacture will appear on most of the menu screens.  These numbers will be helpful to factory
personnel when referring to your game for parts or service.
¾  The block at the top of each screen displays the current menu title.
¾  Data, such as menu items and video reports, etc., appears in the center of the screen.
¾  Messages, for example explanations and active control functions, etc., appear at the bottom of the
screen.
MENU NAVIGATION TOOLS
Use the operator control buttons located inside the coin door to navigate menus. Press the Volume Up or
Volume Down buttons to scroll through the menu options.  Notice the options sequentially become
highlighted. Press the Test button to select a highlighted option and access the next menu level. Press
the Service Credit button to exit from a menu option screen. NOTE: 
Only one highlighted option can be
selected at a time.
To return to play mode, press the Service Credit button while in the Main Menu screen.