This document is the owner's manual for the Namco MS. PAC-MAN/GALAGA Model 9600 Arcade Size Home Edition. It provides essential information for the safe operation, maintenance, and enjoyment of the arcade game.
Function Description
The MS. PAC-MAN/GALAGA Model 9600 is a home arcade game that combines two classic Namco titles: Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga. It is designed to replicate the arcade experience in a home setting.
Ms. Pac-Man Game Play:
The objective of Ms. Pac-Man is to score points by guiding Ms. Pac-Man through a maze, eating dots, fruit, pretzels, energy pills, and ghosts. Players earn a bonus Ms. Pac-Man life for every 10,000 points scored. The game starts with three lives, indicated by symbols at the lower left of the screen. Ms. Pac-Man begins near the center of the maze, below the ghosts' reincarnation chamber. Players use a joystick to navigate Ms. Pac-Man. Eating all dots clears the maze and advances to a new one. Floating fruit and pretzels provide bonus points. Eating an energy pill turns ghosts blue, allowing Ms. Pac-Man to gobble them for points (200 for the first, 400 for the second, 800 for the third, and 1600 for the fourth ghost on the same pill). The effects of energy pills are temporary, and ghosts' eyes return to the chamber for reincarnation after being eaten. Ghosts blink before returning to their original colors if not eaten. The game features four changing mazes with increasing difficulty and varying side exit locations, offering four ways out of each maze. Bonus fruit symbols also float freely with higher point values. The game includes a three-act cartoon series depicting Ms. Pac-Man's love story with Pac-Man, their marriage, and the birth of Pac-Baby.
Hints for Survival in Ms. Pac-Man:
- Practice clearing dots before attempting to eat ghosts.
- Stay near an energy pill, luring ghosts towards you before consuming it to maximize ghost-eating opportunities.
- Utilize maze openings as escape tunnels, noting that different mazes have different tunnel configurations.
Galaga Game Play:
In Galaga, players control a fighter spaceship, moving it left and right to defend against missiles and suicide attacks from Galaga aliens and the Galaga Commander. The game features infinite levels, with every third level being a challenging stage. Players can retrieve captured fighters from the descending Galaga Commander's tractor-beam to gain a "dual fighter" and double their firepower. Points are awarded based on the type of attacks and the enemy's condition (waiting, offensive, or formation). Destroying the boss Galaga requires two hits. A special hidden Galaga can change shape and split into multiple pieces; destroying all transformed Galagas yields 1,000-3,000 bonus points. Challenging stages (every third stage) present nine different Galaga that fly unpredictably; destroying all of them earns a 10,000 perfect score bonus.
Galaga Winning Strategies:
- Tractor-Beam: If the fighter is hit by the boss Galaga's tractor-beam, it is captured. Destroying the attacking boss Galaga releases the captured fighter, turning it into a dual fighter with doubled firepower. If no fighters remain after capture, the game ends.
- Hit Ratio: The scoreboard at the end of the game displays the number of missiles fired, Galaga destroyed, and the percentage of targets hit.
- Stages and Fighters: The current stage number is in the lower right, and remaining fighters are on the right side of the screen.
- Bonus Fighters: Additional fighters are awarded at scores of 30,000, 70,000, and every 70,000 points thereafter.
- Characters: Fighters are player-controlled spaceships that fire missiles. Dual fighters shoot two parallel missiles. Galaga are insect-shaped aliens that fly in formation and attack. The boss Galaga, at the highest position, is the only one with a tractor-beam. Destroying the boss temporarily weakens the remaining Galagas' attack power.
- Fire when Galaga is Weakened: After destroying the boss Galaga, the enemy is temporarily weakened, providing an opportunity to destroy remaining Galaga while avoiding collisions.
- Escape Plans: Attack the right and left sides of the enemy formation early to create escape zones. This prevents being surrounded, though Galaga may still attack in these zones.
- Dual Fighters: Using dual fighters doubles firepower, which is crucial for defending positions and achieving perfect scores, especially during challenging stages.
- Blue Boss: Hitting the boss Galaga and turning it blue makes it easier to destroy, even if it has captured fighters.
Important Technical Specifications
- Input Power: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 5 Amp, 60 Hz
- Installed Dimensions: 33" W x 24" D x 68" H
- Fuses: 5A, 220V Quick-blow (using incorrect fuses can cause fire/electric shock).
- Optimum Operating Environment: 50-105° Fahrenheit.
Usage Features
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Test Screen (PACMAN/GALAGA TEST SCREEN):
- To enter: Press the TEST button located behind the faux coin door.
- Navigation: Use the joystick to select sub-menus; execute with any control panel button.
- Test Menu Options:
- MS. PACMAN ADJUSTS
- GALAGA ADJUSTS
- GENERAL ADJUSTS
- SHOW AUDITS
- SWITCH TESTS
- MONITOR ALIGNMENT
- FACTORY DEFAULTS
- EXIT
- MS. PACMAN ADJUSTS:
- MS. PACMAN PER GAME: 1, 2, 3, or 5
- BONUS MS. PACMAN: NONE, 10K, 15K, 20K
- DIFFICULTY: NORMAL, HARD
- SPEED: NORMAL, FAST
- DEFAULT SETTINGS: 3-PACMAN, 10K BONUS, NORMAL, NORMAL
- GALAGA ADJUSTS:
- ATTRACT SOUNDS: ON/OFF
- FIGHTERS PER GAME: 2, 3, 4 OR 5
- BONUS AT: 20K/60K/NONE, NONE, 30K/100K/100K, 30K/120K/120K, 30K/150K/150K, 30K/100K/NONE, 30K/120K/NONE, 30K/150K/NONE, 30K/NONE/NONE
- RAPID FIRE: ON/OFF
- SHOT SPEED: NORMAL/FAST
- DIFFICULTY: EASY/NORMAL/HARDER/HARDEST
- DEFAULT SETTINGS: SOUNDS - OFF, FIGHTERS - 3, BONUS - 20K/60K/60K, RAPID FIRE – OFF, SHOT SPEED – NORMAL, DIFFICULTY - NORMAL
- GENERAL ADJUSTS:
- COIN 1 CREDITS: 1, 2, 3 OR 4
- COIN 2 CREDITS: 1, 2, 3 OR 4
- CREDITS TO START: FREEPLAY/1/2/3/4 (MUST BE SET TO FREEPLAY)
- CREDITS TO CONTINUE: BUY-IN DISABLED/1/2/3
- BONUS CREDITS: NONE/3/4/5
- DEFAULT PRICING SETTING: COIN 1 CREDIT - 1, COIN 2 CREDIT - 4, 2 CREDITS TO START, 1 CREDIT TO CONTINUE, NO BONUS CREDITS
- CLEAR HIGH SCORES
- CABINET: UPRIGHT/COCKTAIL
- SHOW AUDITS: Displays counts for LEFT COINS, RIGHT COINS, MS. PACMAN STARTS/CONTINUES, PACMAN STARTS/CONTINUES, GALAGA STARTS/CONTINUES.
- SWITCH TESTS: Pressing any switch turns the display from white to red.
- MONITOR ALIGNMENT: Includes a CROSS HATCH pattern.
- FACTORY DEFAULTS: Resets all settings to defaults (game reverts to UPRIGHT setting; for COCKTAIL mode, return to GENERAL ADJUSTS-CABINET).
- EXIT: Returns to game mode.
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Bonus Games (Codes): In freeplay, pressing any start button brings up the game select screen.
- To enable Pacman: At the select screen, push the joystick UP, UP, UP, DOWN, DOWN, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, then press the start button.
- To enable Speedy Ms. Pacman & Rapid Fire Galaga: At the select screen, push the joystick LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, UP, UP, UP, FIRE then the start button. This enables the speed setting for one game only.
- To enable Speedy Pacman: At the select screen, push the joystick UP, UP, UP, DOWN, DOWN, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, UP, UP, UP, FIRE then the start button.
- These codes override setup menu speed settings for one game. If game settings are normal, codes make them fast; if fast, codes make them normal.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning: Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Servicing: Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required if the apparatus is damaged (e.g., power supply cord/plug damage, liquid spills, objects fallen into apparatus, exposure to rain/moisture, abnormal operation, or if dropped).
- Monitor Repair/Replacement: The game's monitor contains high voltage, even after unplugging. A qualified technician must perform any monitor repair or replacement.
- Power Cord Protection: Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, especially at plugs, convenience receptacles, and where it exits the apparatus.
- Attachments/Accessories: Only use manufacturer-specified attachments/accessories.
- Unplugging: Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
- Ventilation: Do not block ventilation openings; install according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Heat Sources: Do not install near radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-producing apparatus.
- Safety Plug: Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
- Surge Protection: Using a surge suppressor or UPS is recommended to safeguard the game from power spikes or losses.
- Moisture: Do not expose the system to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing.
- Power Disconnection: Disconnect the power cable before working on the machine.
- FCC Compliance: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Chicago Gaming Company could void the user's authority to operate the product. If interference occurs, try reorienting/relocating the antenna, increasing separation, connecting to a different circuit, or consulting a dealer/technician.
- Duration: 180 days from the date of purchase for defects in materials or workmanship.
- Registration: Warranty registration card must be received within two weeks of purchase.
- Proof of Purchase: Include a copy of your receipt with the warranty registration card.
- Coverage: Applies to home use only.
- Purchase Source: Product must be purchased through an authorized Chicago Gaming Company Dealer.
- Transferability: Warranty is extended to the original owner and is not transferable.
- Voided Warranty: Removal of serial numbers and/or bar-codes from the product or components will void the warranty.
Technical Support
- Provider: Chicago Gaming Company.
- Availability: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time.
- Contact: Call 1(708)780-0070 and select extension 4851. Please DO NOT contact Namco for technical support.
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