Equipment Instruction Manuals

Please see Instructions for the operation of our equipment below. Please note these guides are for equipment which is intended to be left unstaffed for the duration of your event.

Although on-screen and physical instructions will be present at the time of your hire – you may like to familiarise yourself with the workings of the equipment prior to your event.

It is also a handy guide to consult should you need quick assurance on the day.

4-in-1 Light Gun
12-in-1 Head-to-Head Cocktail Cabinet
300-in-1 Retro Arcade Machines
50-in-1 Video Game Bar Tops
Basketball Shootout
Dance Machine
Shuffleboard (How to play?)
Virtual Pinball

4-in-1 Light Gun Arcade Machine

MAIN MENU

When at the main menu, shoot the Time Crisis Logo with the Player 1 (RED) light gun to proceed to the game. Alternatively shoot at the BLUE arrow to scroll through the other games. Namely: Steel Gunner 1 & 2, and Point Blank. Fire at the logo to proceed to the game.

Please note: Time Crisis is a solo player experience and makes use of the foot pedal to spring into action. The other games are all 2-player compatible. The black button on the side of each Light Gun is an alternative to using the foot pedal and also acts as a ‘Back’ button.

IN GAME INSTRUCTIONS

Press the ’RED’ Player 1 Button to ‘INSERT COIN’ and start game. Press the ‘BLUE’ player 2 Button for multiplayer in compatible games. Use the Light Guns for play. To exit back to the main menu, press the ‘WHITE’ Live button followed by either of the player buttons.
VOLUME: Use the master volume switch to higher and lower the volume of the cabinet.

ON/OFF: Use this switch to turn the cabinet ON or OFF. It is advisable to only use this function if necessary.

Additional Information

Please note: Natural Light may have an adverse effect on gameplay. Your technician will have attempted to avoid any on-screen glare; however, it may have been unavoidable. Your technician will have calibrated the light guns, but it is possible to recalibrate them yourself by accessing the settings menu via the yellow cog icon in the main menu. Please follow the on-screen instructions.

12-in-1 Head-to-Head cocktail cabinet

SELECTING GAME

– Ensure power in on.

– Use Joystick to scroll through games list

– Press ‘A’ button to select desired game

– Press Player 1 for Single Player, Press Player 2 for 2 Players

WHEN PLAYER 1 HAS FINISHED THEIR TURN, THE SCREEN WILL ROTATE FOR PLAYER 2

RESET OPTIONS

EXITING GAME: PRESS AND HOLD PLAYER 1 BUTTON

RESETTING GAME: PRESS AND HOLD PLAYER 2 BUTTON

GAMES LIST

Ms, Pac-Man
Galaga
Galaxian
Dig Dug
Dig Dug II
Rally-X
Galaga ‘88
Mappy
Pac-Mania
Rompers
The Tower of Druaga
Rolling Thunder

Head-to-Head Cocktail Cabinet button layout legend

300-in-1 Retro Arcade Machine

SELECTING GAME There are 300+ games across 6 different systems. Namely: Arcade Classics, Mega Drive, Super Nintendo, PlayStation, NES & Master System. Move UP and DOWN using the joystick to scroll through the games; LEFT and RIGHT to switch between systems. Press the A ‘SELECT’ button to select a game [this is the bottom left button on the player 1 controls]. PLAYING GAME Each game will have its own specific controls. Whereas Arcade Classics may only use one or two buttons, some PlayStation Games – for example – might use all of them. The player 1 button will often be used as the start button across most games and systems. The CREDIT button is necessary while playing Arcade Classics to effectively ‘insert coin(s)’. Press the PLAYER 2 BUTTON to add a second player in applicable games – you may need to add additional credits too. EXITING GAME/RETURN TO MAIN MENU In order to exit the game and return back to the main menu, press the ‘PLAYER 1’ button and the ‘CREDIT/INSERT COIN’ button at the same time. You may now select a new game to play. Press the ‘B – BACK’ button to return to the main menu from the game select menu. SOUND & SHUT DOWN Whilst at the main menu, if you press the ‘PLAYER 1’ button it will bring up options for both ‘SOUND’ & ‘SHUTDOWN’. Use the joystick and ‘A – SELECT’ button to make your selections. Press the ‘B -Back’ button to go back. VENUE STAFF/ CLIENT MESSAGE: It is advised that the Arcade Machine is shut down using the above method first prior to being switched off at the back of the unit or the wall plug at the end of the evening. We will often return the same night but just in case next day collection has been arranged – doing the above helps to protect the system from failing/bricking. RULES & SAFETY Please do not attempt to open up or fiddle with the inner workings of the Arcade Machine. There is potential danger of electric shock. Should there be an issue with regards to the working of the machine please first read the guide above before switching the machine ‘on and off’. 95% of issues are simply user error and a little patience can go a long way. NO FOOD OR DRINK ON THE MACHINES – this cannot be stressed enough. Players love to leave their drinks on the cabinet or control deck even within full view of the sticker which stresses doing the complete opposite. A spilt drink could potentially lead to irreparable damage that would cost the client significantly more than it did to hire the machine. Please supervise young children. Although the Arcade Machines are very robust. Young children will often swing from the joysticks and slam buttons at random. This may damage the controls and the experience of other guests during the remainder of the night.

arcade machine user instructions and button layout

50-in-1 Video Game Bar Tops

SELECTING GAME There are 50+ games on each Video Game Bar Top. Move UP and DOWN using the joypad to scroll through the games. Press the O ‘Circle’ button [PlayStation], ‘A’ Button [SNES] or the ‘C’ Button [Mega Drive] to select game. PLAYING GAME Each game will have its own specific controls. Once in game the START button will often allow you to progress through cutscenes and menus. Press Start on the Player 2 controller to initiate multiplayer in compatible modes. EXITING GAME/RETURN TO MAIN MENU In order to exit the game and return back to the main menu, press the ‘START’ button and the ‘SELECT/MODE’ button at the same time. You may now select a new game to play. Press the ‘BACK’ button [‘X’ on PlayStation, ‘B’ on SNES, ‘A’ on Mega Drive] to return to the main menu from the game select menu. SOUND & SHUT DOWN Whilst at the main menu, if you press the ‘START’ button it will bring up options for both ‘SOUND’ & ‘SHUTDOWN’. Use the joypad and then Press the ‘O’ Circle button [PlayStation], ‘A’ Button [SNES] or the ‘C’ Button [Mega Drive] to make your selections. Press the ‘BACK’ button to go back. VENUE STAFF/ CLIENT MESSAGE: It is advised that the Video Game Bar Top is shut down using the above method first prior to being switched off at the back of the unit or the wall plug at the end of the evening. We will often return the same night but just in case next day collection has been arranged – doing the above helps to protect the system from failing/bricking. RULES & SAFETY Please do not attempt to open up or fiddle with the inner workings of the Video Game Bar Top. There is potential danger of electric shock. Should there be an issue with regards to the working of the machine please first read the guide above before switching the machine ‘on and off’. 95% of issues are simply user error and a little patience can go a long way. NO FOOD OR DRINK ON THE MACHINES – this cannot be stressed enough. Players love to leave their drinks on the cabinet or control deck even within full view of the sticker which stresses doing the complete opposite. A spilt drink could potentially lead to irreparable damage that would cost the client significantly more than it did to hire the machine. Please supervise young children. Although the Arcade Machines are very robust. Young children will often pull at the joypads and slam buttons at random. This may damage the controls and the experience of other guests during the remainder of the night.

Basketball Shootout

POWER ON Press the Power Button to switch on the apparatus. The board should light up and you might hear a buzzer. You can press it again to switch the sound on/off. Holding down this button for 3 seconds will shut it down. GAME MODE SELECTION Once the board is lit press play at any time to start or restart the game. Use the ‘arrow buttons’ to cycle through and the ‘Play’ button to select the Game Mode, Number of Players and Time Limit (if prompted). There are various game modes available. Numbered 1-8. Please see below: GAME MODES 1. Beat the clock (2 points per basket – 1-2 Players) 2. Beat the clock (3 points per basket) – 1-2 Players) 3. Battle Back (Scoring also reduces your opponent’s score, first to 10, 2 players) 4. Last Man Standing (No miss basketball elimination, up to 4 players) 5. Checkpoint (beat the previous player’s score to survive, up to 4 players) 6. Quick Fire (Highest score in 10 seconds wins, up to 4 players) 7. Reaction (Sink the flashing baskets as they change, up to 4 players) 8. Record Breaker (Set a high score and keep improving upon it, High Score remains until reset) TROUBLESHOOTING The equipment may become damaged after strenuous use. The batteries or power supply may have come loose, or a data cable might have disconnected. Please see rear of scoreboard and check if anything has come loose. We may have left additional tools, batteries, power supplies and spare basketballs with the apparatus should you need them. RULES Please ensure that the basketballs are kept within the confines of the apparatus. This is to prohibit damage to both the machine and the surrounding area, fixtures and fittings. Please supervise children. No Food or Drink.

Basketball Shootout Instructions a-board

Dance Machine

MAIN NAVIGATION First: ensure you’re standing on the centre square in the middle of your dance pad as to not accidentally make your selection. Use the pink ‘Left’ or ‘Right’ Arrows to cycle through songs on the Song Selection Carousel. Double Tap the blue ‘Up’ or ‘Down’ Arrows to cycle through Difficulty Options. Press the ‘Green’ Button to make your selection. Note: It is advised to only attempt songs in ‘Easy’ (or ‘Novice’) mode if this is your first time. HOW TO PLAY Once the Song begins; Step on the appropriate arrow on your dance stage, in rhythm to the music, as the related arrow on screen reach the top. Watch Out! You may have to land on 2 arrows at the same time or hold an arrow down. You’re ranked by how closely you manage to time your steps. Chain successful steps together to get on a roll – and achieve higher scores! Beat your best or beat your opponent! Once you have completed a song, you’ll receive your score and a rating! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION During standard play you should already be at the ‘Song Selection Carousel’ set to both Normal and 2 Player Mode. Should you be at an earlier menu please ensure to proceed in ‘NORMAL MODE’ & ‘SOLO’ or ‘VERSUS’ by using the ‘Left’ or ‘Right’ arrows on the Dance Pad to cycle through options. Press the Green Button to confirm selection or the ‘Red’ Button to go back. RULES BARE FEET, SOCKS OR SPORTS SHOES ONLY. NO DRINKS ON THE DANCE MACHINE Do not rock the cabinet or place drinks on the cabinet. Note: This is not a touchscreen device.

Shuffleboard – How to play?

HOW TO PLAY
1. 2 teams, 1 – 4 players per team.
2. Both teams shoot towards the same end (you may swap ends between rounds)
3. Take it in turns to slide your pucks towards the end goal.
4. The team with a puck closest to the far end of the table wins the round. Losing team takes no points.
5. Calculate the score of every puck that finished beyond your opponent’s best effort. This is your team’s score.
6. First team to score 10 points wins a round. Winner of the match is the team that wins best 2 out of 3 rounds.
7. Feel free to set your own scoring rules to better fit desired length of game.

SCORING

The idea is to slide your puck into the highest scoring area without it falling off the end of the table or being knocked off by your opponent. You can also knock an opponent’s puck off the shuffleboard table with a slide from your own puck. If your overshoot your puck off the table, or it falls off either side and into the gutter then that’s no points. All pucks of the same colour beyond your opponent’s furthest puck are to be added together to find your score. Your opponent scored zero. You have to be fully over the line to achieve that zone’s score.

TACTICS

You can aim for an opponent’s puck, knocking it out of place or off the table altogether. If you judge it right, you can use the other puck as a brake, bringing your puck to a hault as it knocks an opponent’s puck from the table. If you’ve already got a good score, you can sacrifice your own puck in order tactically eliminate your opponents. Be careful not to do more damage than good! When sliding the puck down the table, be wary of how easy it is to overshoot. It’s best to use just your thumb and forefinger (you can only use the one hand) to hold the puck. Have a slight bend in your elbow and lightly float it down the table. At the beginning of the game, you should aim for the highest score you can get without overshooting. As the scoring zone becomes more populated, employ tactics to gain the upper hand. This could include knocking off your opponent’s pucks, ‘hanging’ your puck over the edge to try to tempt your opponent into a risky response, or blocking your opponent’s clear route to the highest scoring zone.

Virtual Pinball

SELECTING GAME Use D-Pad to scroll through games list. Press ‘START’ button to select desired game. Press ‘START’ once playfield has loaded, Use Plunger to launch ball, and flippers to play. EXITING GAME: To ‘EXIT’ game press the ‘Menu’ button and use D-Pad to scroll to ‘Quit Game’ and press’ START’ button. Games/Playfields List