Installation Instructions (Stranger Things)

Remove the playfield glass and balls from the machine, then raise the playfield vertical.

Standard

First going into Settings/ADJ/Feature Adjustments(ST) by opening the coin door and use the buttons to navigate to that menu.  Turn on the “UV Kit Installed” change it to “YES” or this kit WILL NOT work.  Then you will locate your GI and Flasher cables:

GI: Connect the BLUE/WHITE cable’s alligator clips to a White GI Bulb (polarity is not important so it doesn’t matter which side you connect them to) and plug the other end of this cable into the USB connection on the GI Module(black heat shrink with USB connection). UV+Glow: This is the RED/GREEN cable coming from the same USB GI module mentioned above and this will go to the #172 Lower Right Ramp trigger which is the flasher on the right side near the ramp.  You can visually locate this flasher by opening the coin door and going into Settings/Diag/Lamps and cycle to #172 using the volume buttons.  Be sure to pull out white the high voltage switch buttons located near the hinge of the coin door or the flashers will not work during this Settings mode.   Even easier, you can see the #172 flasher location indicated by the pic below.  Once you find it then use the “Y” Konekt adapter(attached to the Red/Green cable) supplied with the kit which will allow you to simply unplug the factory flasher and plug it inline with this flasher.

Fusion Connections will be like this:

164 Eject (Blue/Black cable)

165 Left Orbit (Red/Black cable)

172 Lower Right Ramp (Green/Black cable)

(White/Black cable not used)

(UV+Glow the Red/Green cable not used) 

True UV Reveal Flasher: Connect the other cable to a Purple GI Bulb with the alligator clips and polarity does not matter as always with any connections you make.

Note: In some cases the alligator clips may not be able to reach clip cleanly onto the terminals due to the black heat shrink that is on them from the factory. If this is the case, simply get a small flathead screwdriver and back off the factory heat shrink to make room for the clips to grab onto the terminal. Be sure to do this with the game “Off” of course.  Make sure this connection is solid and firm due to the fact that if these become detached, the UV will stay on and get warm. This will make the light bar to get warm and lose bond with the cabinet wall along with causing damage due to the heat.  This kit is real UV so it’s Very important!!

Connect the power supply cable into the service port located behind the right speaker in the backbox.

Lower the playfield to resting angle position on the cabinet and rest the light bars on the playfield.

You will first plug the “Y” power splitter(pic below) into the end of the power supply cable.  NOTE: When these first shipped, the “Y” splitter was shipped separately so wait for that to arrive before attempting to install.   If you were one of the first ones to ship, then your Non-USB cable Flasher module may have a power cable connection with a long splitter that is about 2.5 ft long  with two 3 pin black connectors on the end.  If so, unplug that completely as you WILL NOT use it.   You want to use the small black “Y” splitter that is about 7 inches long(your kit may already have this on it unless you received an email from us).   Then plug the one end of the splitter into the GI Module(black heat shrink with USB connection) and then plug the remaining supplied power cable into the UV-Reveal Flasher module(this DOES NOT have a USB connection).

 

**IMPORTANT**”. Sometimes the “Y” connection to the UV Reveal module has a very close tolerance and it may not be getting power when you plug these two together.  Test it by wiggling the wire, if it has power and is on then great, but if you see it flicker then you can simply use a small flathead screwdriver to move the center male contact pin off to the side(pic below).  Push it to the side so that it is off center in the terminal and you will be good to go.  Then put some electrical tape around both the connectors to keep it in that sweet spot.  If you have the “Things” Edition Fusion version then just daisy chain the “Y” connecter on top of your other “Y” connector.  This will allow you to have everything connected to your power cable.

 

 

 

 

ALSO VERY IMPORTANT:  You must plug your pinball machine into a wall outlet that is controllable via a switch or plug it into a power strip and power it On/Off that way.  Due to how this kit works and the power it needs, you MUST do this or if you don’t, the UV will stay ON even when the game is OFF.  Wee don’t want that as it gets really warm quickly and DAMAGE the light bars.  BE SURE to do this in order to get the best results and to have it installed properly so you do not cause damage to the lights.  Make sure you are adhering to this even during the install as you don’t want to leave the coin door open while installing and the game should be off during the install.  Failure to follow this will damage your lights and they will not be repairable.  It’s a simple step that cannot be over looked.  

Place the now connected Pin Stadium GI Module over the backboard into the bottom of the cabinet out of the way of any moving objects.

Next locate the accessory packet and inside of it are small adhesive ribbon cable clamps included to use to attach to the back of the playfield to help guide the ribbon cables. They are to be attached to the furthest upper left and right corners of on the backside of the playfield backboard. These are vital as they act as a guide to keep the cables clear of pinching and allow as a memory for your cable length to help keep the cable tucked away and hidden.

Tip: Bend the ribbon cable in half (as shown below) so that it slides easier in the cable clamp. This allows for easier adjustment for slack and helps when you go to tuck it out of site once the playfield is down. You will eventually find a sweet spot that works with each machine. The ribbon cable is designed to be bendable so that you can further tuck it up and out of the way for a nice stealth look.

Lower the playfield back down to its level resting position and use the included alcohol wipe to clean just below the playfield glass track.  The positioning of the lights will be 1/8th of an inch below the glass channel. Clean about 2 inches below the glass so not to pick up any stray dust. It will need to be very clean and completely dry before proceeding. The wipe is to ensure the best adhesion for the Magna-Mount system that hold the lights to the side of the cabinet. This is a VERY IMPORTANT step as this will ensure the Pin Stadium lights have a solid mount. Take your time here on this one please.  Also DO NOT remove the other side of the Magna-Mounts from the light bar prior to installation.  The light bars are to be installed with them on for two important reasons, one for correct positioning and also for polarity of the mounts.  If you take them off and install them there is a good chance you will reverse polarity if they are not put on with the light bars.  If polarity it wrong light bars will always shift when you re-attached them and never go in the correct spot.   The two magnets fight against each other.

Notice here, I have roughly marked the length of the lights to know where to clean and positioning of the lights is critical for the best effect and clean factory finished look. The ribbon cable should be tucked just behind and under the back playfield glass receiver channel.

Carefully peel off the white protective backing for the Magna-Mount system, paying attention to align the lights 1/16th inch below the channel and far enough back to hide the ribbon cable and to clear the backbox hinge.

Note:  DO NOT separate either of the sides the Magna-Mounts from the back of the light bar as it needs to be installed together as the magnetic polarity is set for proper mounting.  This is very important!

Press firmly all along the entire length of the light channel with your fingers to create maximum bonding. Repeat for the opposite side of the cabinet.  Take your time here as this is a vital part of the install to ensure proper mounting.

Restore the playfield to normal play position and replace the balls. Attach the Pin Stadium lights to their Magna-Mount backs on the side of the cabinet. Replace the playfield glass and lockbar.

**Important: Remember to always remove the lights and rest them on the playfield before raising your playfield. They will get potentially get damaged if you do not do this. Try to remind yourself as this is SUPER important especially since you are not used to doing this each time when raising your playfield. If you plan to raise the playfield to a vertical position then we suggest that you wedge the light bars on the playfield safely under a slingshot plastic or habitrail ball return above an inlane. Each machine is different and you will need to find a good spot on each machine to secure them.

FINISHED and Enjoy Upside Down mode like never before!!!

REMINDER:  You must plug you pinball machine into a wall outlet that is controllable via a switch or plug it into a power strip and power it On/Off that way.  Due to how this kit works and the power it needs, you just do this or if you don’t the UV will stay on even when the game is off and we don’t want that as it gets warm really quickly.  BE SURE to do this in order to get the best results and to have it installed properly as to not cause damage to the lights.  

Then download and install the Pin Stadium app. Click Here!

Enjoy the light show and your new vision of your Stranger Things pinball machine! Please post up your impressions on the Pin Stadium Pinside thread as many others are really wanting to see and hear the results. It would be really great if you can take a picture in the dark of your machine with the UV lights OFF and then with them ON! Thank you again for your order and support of this product.  As always please do no hesitate to email me directly with any questions: [email protected]