Ice Hoopla - User Manual

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Summary

Safety and Warnings

AC Power Information

Details about the game's main fuse, power cord, and voltage requirements.

Bonus Adjustment Settings

Set Bonus Type

Option to set bonus type to fixed or incremental.

How to Remove the Conveyor Assembly

Suggestive Spares to Have on Hand

Summary

Safety and Warnings

AC Power Information

Details about the game's main fuse, power cord, and voltage requirements.

Bonus Adjustment Settings

Set Bonus Type

Option to set bonus type to fixed or incremental.

How to Remove the Conveyor Assembly

Suggestive Spares to Have on Hand

The provided document is a service manual for the "Hoopla" arcade game, manufactured by Innovative Concepts in Entertainment (ICE). This manual details the assembly, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the game.

Function Description

The Hoopla arcade game is a ticket redemption game designed for indoor use. Players toss rings onto pegs on a rotating playfield to score points and win tickets. The game features a bonus round for higher scores and ticket payouts. It is designed to be engaging for players of various ages and skill levels.

Important Technical Specifications

Power Supply: The game operates on a grounded A.C. receptacle. The main fuse for 120-volt users is 3 AMPS at 250Volt, slow blow type. The power supply is not voltage adjustable, and voltage conversion information should be obtained from ICE Service Department if operating at different voltages.
Components: The game includes a main board, compact flash, eproms, and various electronic and mechanical components. It features a rotating playfield with pegs, a ring conveyor system, and safety sensors.
Physical Dimensions (Implied from images): The game appears to be a standard upright arcade cabinet with a large display area for the playfield and a smaller display for scores and game information.
Rings: The game uses specific "Ring Toss Rings" (HA4001 - RUBBER HOOP (YELLOW)). It is shipped with 20 hoops, with 12 in the game at all times and 8 spares.
Wiring: Specific wire colors are mentioned for coin switches: white/brown for Coin 1, white/red for Coin 2, and white/orange for the Bill Validator.
Fuses: The main fuse is accessible through the back of the game at the power mod.

Usage Features

Cost of Play: The game can be configured for different costs of play, including $.25, $.50, $1.00, $1.50, and $2.00. This is adjusted via the game's programming menu.
Coin/Bill Acceptance: The game supports multiple coin inputs (Coin 1, Coin 2) and a bill validator, allowing for flexible payment options. Coin 1 is typically set to the lowest value coin, and Coin 2 can be configured for different coin values (e.g., twice the value of Coin 1).
Card Swipe System Compatibility: For card swipe users, the "Coin 1" option should be set to 1, and the card system configured to pulse the game once per credit.
Free Game Option: Operators can enable a "Free Game Mode" where winning the bonus round awards another game instead of tickets, without requiring additional payment.
Ticket Payouts: The game dispenses tickets based on player scores. The "Set Ticket Value" option allows adjustment of the ticket value (e.g., .01, .02, .05, etc.).
Bonus Round: The game features a bonus round, triggered by hooking all 7 pegs. The bonus value can be set as fixed or incremental, with adjustable increment values ("BONUS INC") and a maximum bonus limit ("BONUS MAX").
Game Difficulty: The "Game Difficulty" setting controls how often the pegs turn red (highest value color), allowing operators to adjust the challenge.
Mercy Ticket Setting: The "Set Mercy Ticket" option provides players with a minimum number of tickets just for playing, regardless of their score, to ensure a payout for younger or less skilled players.
Game Time: "Set Game Time (base)" adjusts the duration of the game per credit. "Set Game Time (Bonus)" adjusts the time a player has to achieve the bonus.
Bonus Game Setting: This option enables or disables the bonus game feature.
Game Time Cycle & Direction: "Set Game Time Cycle" controls the time for one revolution of the 6 pegs, and "Set Game Time Dir" sets the direction of spin.
Target Value Settings: Operators can set the point values for red, blue, and green rings ("Set Target Value Red," "Set Target Value Blue," "Set Target Value Green").
Attract Audio Sounds: The attract audio can be disabled while the game is awaiting play.
Date/Time Setting: The internal date and time can be adjusted via the programming menu, useful after battery replacement.

Maintenance Features

Assembly: The manual provides detailed steps for cabinet setup, including attaching the upper marquee, connecting wire harnesses, and removing playfield stop cleats.
Control Panel Access: The control panel cover is removed by nine 5/32" Allen screws, and the control panel assembly is lifted by removing twelve bolts and screws, requiring disconnection of LED connectors.
Conveyor Replacement: The conveyor assembly can be removed by disconnecting its AC power harness (accessed under the control panel) and removing two bolts from the back of the game, allowing it to slide out. Installation involves sliding the new conveyor into front slots and securing it with two bolts.
Safety Sensor Access: Safety sensors are mounted on brackets within the cabinet. One is accessed through the top, behind the user control panel, and the other through the top and behind the ticket dispenser. Both are secured by three 655 square screws.
Cleaning: Regular maintenance includes wiping all acrylic surfaces with Brillianize® (an anti-static, ammonia-free, and alcohol-free product), dusting the belt with a rag, cleaning the belt with furniture polish, and cleaning the hoops with dish soap and water.
Troubleshooting (Implied): The manual outlines steps for programming and adjusting various game settings, which are crucial for troubleshooting and optimizing game performance.
Bookkeeping/Audits: The game logs performance data, accessible through "Bookkeeping Screens." This includes total credits, games played, tickets paid out, average tickets/score, rings hooked, bonus round entries/wins, and games in each award zone.
Clear Meters: The "Clear Meters" function allows operators to reset all bookkeeping meters to zero, with a confirmation message and audio SFX.
Spare Parts: A list of "Suggestive Spares to have on Hand" is provided, including peg assembly, main board, power supplies, belt sensor boards (transmitter and receiver), belt motor with gearbox, 4-digit display, 2-digit display, cheat sensor, and ring board.
Warranty: ICE provides a warranty policy covering defects in materials and workmanship for new machines: 180 days on Main PCB's, Computers & Motors; 1 year on LCD monitor panels; 90 days on other electronic and mechanical components; and 30 days on ICE repairs and parts purchases. The warranty is voided by normal wear and tear, unwarranted stress, abuse, neglect, or arbitrary repair/modification. RMA is required for warranty claims.