How To: Spare Parts for Arcade Games
On first inspection, repairing a spare parts for arcade games that is not functioning correctly or is completely dead might seem like a bit of a challenge. There are PCB boards, plenty of wires and a general feeling of unfamiliarity for anyone more accustomed to repairing say a PC. Still, this is no reason to stop you trying to fix what a reasonably expensive machine is most likely, and if you are anything like me it can become a bit of a hobby! Firstly, a disclaimer: Some of the tips I’ll be sharing today include checking mains voltages, so if you are unfamiliar with working with mains voltages I’d definitely advise you ask a qualified electrician to check these areas for you – we want to fix your arcade, not get you electrocuted! Now that’s out of the way, let’s take a look at what’s wrong with the machine and how we can fix it. Today I’ll be focusing on Jamma-based arcade machines (more on what a Jamma arcade is here). As these are some of the most common types of ca