Midway Hydro Thunder 25in Upright Service Manual

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DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS SUB MENU SCREEN
These tests allow the operator to verify the electrical and electronic condition of the game. This screen
does not permit changes.
To select these tests, use operator control switches to select the DIAGNOSTICS MENU and press TEST
to activate it. The screen displays the sub menu. Use the same steps to activate any one of the items
listed. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue to other menu screens. 

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SWITCH AND LAMP TEST
SWITCH AND LAMP TEST SCREEN
Use the operator control switches to select the Switch and Lamp Test and press the TEST button. This
screen reports information but does not permit changes.
Activate each switch and the indicator on the screen changes state. Release the switch and the indicator
returns to its previous normally open or closed condition. Switches may be tested in any combination.
These Switch Tests are used to verify crossed wires, intermittent conditions, and...

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HARD DRIVE TEST
HARD DRIVE TEST SCREEN
The Hard Drive Test verifies the functioning of the Hard Disk Drive Assembly.
Highlight the test by using the operator control switches to select the option; then press TEST to begin.
This screen reports information but does not permit changes.
The Hard Drive Test verifies the existence of the data necessary for the game to operate. Each test
should return a “passed” result. Other results may indicate a problem with the hard disk drive.
There is a...

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STEREO SOUND TEST
STEREO SOUND TEST SCREEN
The Stereo Sound Test verifies the operation of the stereo sound hardware and cabinet speakers.
Increase the master volume level before beginning this test. Use the operator control switches to select
this test and press TEST to activate it. This screen reports information but does not permit changes.
Press the TEST button when prompted by on-screen instructions to check each speaker and the game
sound hardware. Listen to the audio signals from the...

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MONITOR PATTERNS TEST
MONITOR PATTERNS SUB MENU SCREEN
NOTE: This game uses a medium resolution monitor. The increased resolution means that more video
information is displayed on the screen than with standard resolution monitors. Use of an industrial-grade
degaussing coil is recommended before any corrections to monitor adjustments are attempted.
The Monitor Patterns routine provides test screens to verify monitor performance or make adjustments. To
begin the tests, use the operator...

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MONITOR PATTERNS TEST (continued from previous page)
Red, Blue, and Green Color Screen tests fill the screen with 100% of the chosen color at normal
intensity. Each screen should be absolutely uniform from top to bottom and side to side. No retrace lines
or noise should be visible.
The Color Screen tests can verify monitor intensity, black level, blanking and color purity.
Color Screens may not hold their uniformity if the monitor degaussing circuit is defective.
White, Black, 50% Gray, and...

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FORCE FEEDBACK ADJUSTMENTS
FORCE FEEDBACK ADJUSTMENT MENU SCREEN
The Force Feedback Adjustment Menu allows operators to set the use and intensity of feedback from
the steering wheel motor. Select the test or adjustment with the operator control switches and press TEST
to activate it. This screen permits changes to the existing values.
The Force Feedback Adjustment ranges from 0% (minimum) to 100% (maximum) with 50% as the
factory default setting. Use a higher amount of force for players...

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WATCHDOG RESET
WATCHDOG RESET TEST CONFIRMATION BOX
The Watchdog Reset Test checks the function of the game’s watchdog circuit by causing a forced reset.
Use the operator control switches to select the Watchdog Reset Test, then press TEST to activate it.
This test is similar to the restart command available on many personal computers.
Note:Use caution when performing a Watchdog Reset Test. Although game information should not be
affected, audit data could be changed. Once data has been...

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ADJUSTMENTS MENU
ADJUSTMENTS MENU SCREEN
The Adjustments Menu allows operators to set game and player variables. Use these screens to
optimize game performance and earnings.
The General Adjustments include pricing, game variables and cabinet type variables. Select these items
to set player incentives, the cost of playing, and the size of game equipment.
The Difficulty Adjustments set the level of game difficulty. These adjustments can optimize the game’s
characteristics to best suit the...

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GENERAL ADJUSTMENTS MENU
GENERAL ADJUSTMENTS MENU SCREEN
The General Adjustments Menu contains options to control the cost and type of play. It also sets the
cabinet type game display and measurement system. Select a variable with the operator control switches.
Use the VOLUME UP and VOLUME DOW N buttons to change a variable. Certain items have sub-menus.
This screen permits changes to the existing values.
Metric sets the measurement system for display on game screens. Set this option to ON...