Namco Soul Edge Operator Service Manual

							IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR TO MAINTAIN CUSTOMER SAFETY
AT
 ALL TIMES, AND IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THE DETAILS SET OUT IN THIS
MANUAL
 ARE FOLLOWED PRECISELY.
®
™
Part No. 90500084
Operators Manual 
						

							© 1995   all rights reserved.
Published by: 
NAMCO EUROPE LTD.
Namco House,
8 Acton Park Estate,
The Vale,
London. W3 7QE Phone:- 0 208-324-6000
Fax:- 0 208-324-6010
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NAMCO EUROPE LTD.
While the information contained in this manual is given in good faith an\
d was accurate at the time of publication, NAMCO EUROPE LTD. reserve the right to make changes and alterations without notice.
This machine has been manufactured in accordance with European Community\
 directives (1st. January 1996), and as such bears the  marking. Any ch\
anges or
modifications to this machine must be in accordance with European Commun\
ity directives (1st. January 1996).
If you make any unauthorised changes to this product, you may contravene\
 European Community directives (1st. January 1996) 
						

							SAFETY WARNING
In order to use this machine safely, be sure to read this Operators Manual carefully
before installation, adjustment or use of this machine.
Whenever the owner of this machine entrusts disassembly, installation, adjustment,
routine maintenance or trouble shooting to another person, the owner should ensure that
that person read the appropriate precautions and relevant sections of this manual before
starting work.
In order that no accidents occur when the machine is in operation, 
strictly follow
the notes on safety described below. Also, carefully read section 2, “Precautions”
Warnings for Operation ( 
 Requirements)
NOTE:Only operate this machine after checking that it has been installed
correctly and in accordance with the installation and commisioning
manual.
NOTE:If there is an error or problem with this machine, operation must be
stopped immediately and the problem rectified before further use.
Warnings for Disassembly, Installation, Routine Maintenance, and Troubleshooting.
DANGER:Namco Ltd. bears absolutely no responsibility for accidents or injuries
resulting from unauthorized changes to this machine.
DANGER:Ensure that the machine has been turned OFF before making
adjustments or carrying out maintenance. Also ensure only qualified
personnel carry out maintenance or turn the power ON to this
machine.
DANGER:The power supply and inside the monitor will remain hot and have
areas of high voltage even though the machine has been turned OFF,
and there is a possibility of burns or electric shock. Be careful not to
touch these areas.
DANGER:In order to avoid injuries due to mis-operation, be sure that the
voltage of the main power supply is within the prescribed limits. Also
to prevent possible electric shocks due to failure, this machine MUST
be fitted with a securely connected earthed plug.
NOTE:Do not turn the power switch ON until the machine has been installed
correctly. 
						

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Contents
Operators Manual ........................................................................\
........... 1 
SAFETY WARNING ........................................................................\
......... 3 
1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................\
..... 5 
2. PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................\
........ 6
2-1 Cautions When Installing. ............................................................... 6
2-2 Cautions when Handling. ........................................................................\
... 6 
2-3 Cautions when Transporting. ...................................................................... 6
2-4 Cautions when handling the PCB. .............................................................. 6
3. ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................\
........ 7
3-1 Turning on the Power ........................................................................\
......... 7
3-2 Switches for Adjustment ........................................................................\
..... 7
3-4 Test Mode ........................................................................\
........................... 8
3-4-1 Switch Test ........................................................................\
............ 8
3-4-2 Sound Test ........................................................................\
............ 9 
3-4-3 Coin Options ........................................................................\
........ 10 
3-4-4 Game Options ........................................................................\
..... 10
3-4-5 Factory Settings ........................................................................\
... 11
3-5 PC Board Connectors ........................................................................\
...... 12
4. PARTS ........................................................................\
..................... 13
5. SCHEMATIC ........................................................................\
........... 14 
						

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1. SPECIFICATIONS
POWER SUPPLY :- 220/240volts AC
COIN ACCEPTOR:- Mars CashFlow - 1 Channel
 MONITOR :- Hantarex 28 Polo Colour Monitor with auto degauss.
DIMENSIONS :- 790(w) x 1200(d) x 2080(h)
WEIGHT :- 175kg.
ACCESSORIES :- Keys: (Cash Door) ..................... 2
(Coin Door) ...................... 2 
(Back Door) ..................... 2
IEC Mains Lead ...................................... 1 
Operators Manual ................................... 1
Monitor Manual ....................................... 1
1P 8way Joystick
1P Kick Button
1P Guard Button
1P Attack Vertical
1P Attack Horizontal
2P Attack Horizontal
2P Attack Vertical
2P Guard Button
2P Kick Button
2P 8way Joystick
1P Start 2P Start 
						

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2. PRECAUTIONS
2-1 Cautions When Installing.
This game is designed for indoor use only. The game must not be installed outdoors or 
under the following conditions:- 
a. In areas directly exposed to sunlight, high humidity, direct water contact, dust,high heat or extreme cold.
b. In locations that would present an obstacle in the case of an emergency, i.e. near fire equipment or emergency exits.
c. On an unstable surface or subject to floor vibration.
2-2 Cautions when Handling.
a. AC power must always be turned OFF, and the game disconnected, before replacing any parts or connecting/disconnecting connectors.
b. When unplugging the game from an electrical outlet, always grasp the plu\
g, not the mains lead.
c. The machine must be earthed with a securely connected earthed plug.
d. Care must be taken at all times to avoid electric shock when inspecting \
or adjusting the game.
2-3 Cautions when Transporting.
a. Do not subject the game to physical shock when transporting or moving it\
.
b. Always return the levellers to the UP position before moving the machine\
.
c. Take care not to rope any moulded (plastic) parts when transporting.
2-4 Cautions when handling the PCB.
a. Never test the PCB for continuity with a multimeter or similar device. T\
he PCBcontains sensitive devices which could be damaged or even destroyed by t\
he 
internal voltage of such test equipment.
b. Foreign matter or dust on the PCB may cause failure. Turn off the power and clean the PCB with a dry soft brush.
c. When transporting the PCB ensure adequate packing protection to prevent damage.
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3. ADJUSTMENTS
3-1 Turning on the PowerAfter installing the machine, turn on the power. The power switch is located 
above the mains inlet on the rear of the cabinet.
3- 2 Switches for Adjustment
Open the coin door to find the switches for adjustments, located on the \
service
bracket. 
1. Service Switch Press this switch to obtain game credits without incrementing the coin c\
ounter.
2. Test Switch Slide this switch ON to enter test mode. 
Test mode allows game testing and the changing of game settings. (See 3-4 Test Mode on page  8)
There are two DIP switches located on the PCB.
Switch 1 when set ON will enter the game into test mode. Always ensure t\
his
switch is set to OFF and use the test switch on the service bracket for \
testing
the machine. Switch 2 when set ON will freeze the screen.
3- 3 Volume Adjust
The volume control is located on the PCB. Turn the control to increase or decrease
the volume.
COIN COUNTER
TEST SWITCHSERVICE SWITCH
SERVICE BRACKET
1 2
Option Switch Volume
48W extended 
edge connector
56W edge connector
(JAMMA)
PCB
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3-4 Test Mode
1. Open the coin door for access to the service bracket, then slide the tes\
t switchON. The Test Menu Screen will appear on the monitor display.
2. Operating the 1 Player joystick up or down will step through the items. 
3. Pressing the 1 Player Attack (H) Button will select an item.
4. Operating the 1 Player joystick up or down will change the settings.
5. Pressing the 1 Player Attack (H) Button will store the change.
6. Pressing the 1 Player Attack (V) Button will return the display to the\
 Test Menu Screen.
The test switch must always be OFF during normal game mode.
SWITCH  TEST .......................................... For testing switches 
SOUND TEST ........................................... For testing the sound
COIN OPTIONS ........................................ For setting game pricing
GAME OPTIONS ...................................... For setting of difficulty etc.
UARTS TEST ............................................ Not Used
POLYGON TEST ...................................... For testing graphics
A.D.S ......................................................... Not Used 
COLOR TEST ........................................... For monitor set-up 
CONVERGENCE TEST ............................ For monitor set-up
RS-232C TEST ......................................... Not Used
Test Menu Screen
3-4-1 Switch Test
On entering the switch Test, the following screen appears on the monitor. 
Operating the joysticks will cause the + to change to X for each of the \
eight 
positions. 
When testing: 
1P Attack (H) 1P 0000 will change to 1P 1000
1P Attack (V) 1P 0000 will change to 1P 2000
1P Kick 3P 0000 will change to 3P 1000
1P Guard 3P 0000 will change to 3P 2000
2P Attack (H) 2P 0000 will change to 2P 1000
2P Attack (V) 2P 0000 will change to 2P 2000
2P Kick 4P 0000 will change to 4P 1000
2P Guard 4P 0000 will change to 4P 2000 
Pressing 1P Attack (V) will return to the Test Menu Screen
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1P 0000 2P 0000+++ +++ 
+X+ +X+
+++ +++
3P 0000 4P 0000 +++ +++
+X+ +X+
+++ +++
SERVICE SWITCH +
TEST SWITCH X
DIP 1 +
DIP 2 +
COIN 1 +
COIN 2 +
COIN 3 +
COIN 4 + PRESS ATTACK (V) TO EXIT
SONG 000
3-4-2 Sound Test
On entering the Sound Test, the following 
display will appear on the monitor. 
Pushing the 1 player joystick to the right 
will make the number step up and pushing
the joystick to the left will make the number
step down. 
Each number will produce a different sound 
when the 1 player Punch 1 button ispressed.
Song 001 will produce a tone first on the left
speaker, then on the right speaker and then
on both speakers together.
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3-4-3 Coin Options
Note:- The price of play on this machine is set within the CashFlow coin\
 mech.Ensure that the coin options on the screen are set as shown in thefollowing table.
Game Option Screen
Coin Option Screen
GAME COST --------------------------------------------------- (1) 1 COIN 1 CREDIT
DISCOUNT TO CONTINUE -------------------------------- (2) NO
COIN 1 MECH VALUE --------------------------------------- (3) 1 COIN COUNT AS 1 COIN
COIN 2 MECH VALUE --------------------------------------- (4) 1 COIN COUNT AS 1 COIN
COIN 3 MECH VALUE --------------------------------------- (5) 1 COIN COUNT AS 1 COIN
COIN 4 MECH VALUE --------------------------------------- (6) 1 COIN COUNT AS 1 COIN
BONUS FOR QUANTITY BUY-IN ------------------------ (7) NONE
CREDIT MODE ------------------------------------------------ (8) COMMON
COIN COUNTER ---------------------------------------------- (9) TYPE A: 1 COUNTER
FREE PLAY --------------------------------------------------- (10) NO
GAME OPTIONS
3-4-4 Game Options
DIFFICULTY LEVEL : HARD ------------------------------ (11) 
STAGE WIDTH : 18 M --------------------------------------- (12)
FIGHT COUNT(1P GAME) : 2 ---------------------------- (13)
FIGHT COUNT (2P GAME) : 2 --------------------------- (14)
LIFE BAR (IP GAME) : 110% ----------------------------- (15)
LIFE BAR (2P GAME) : 125% ---------------------------- (16)
GUARD DAMAGE : OFF ----------------------------------- (17)
ROUND TIME : 40sec -------------------------------------- (18) 
CHARACTER CHANGE AT CONTINUE : YES ------ (19) 
CHARACTER CHANGE AT 2P GAME : YES --------- (20) 
MUSIC IN ATTRACT : YES ------------------------------- (21) 
SPEAKER OUT : STEREO -------------------------------- (22)
EVENT MODE : OFF ---------------------------------------- (23)
HIT COLOUR : GREEN ------------------------------------ (24)
GAME OPTIONS
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