Most folk would install the Beta.. Scott is pretty good at getting back to you if you have any issues..
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Team TNA - The UK's Total Nuclear Annihilation Pinball Club
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Im not 100% on this - maybe too early for me given my time with it, has anyone else in the club done this and can report ?
I've heard from a few people, including @C&C that the TNA at PBR plays very mean compared to most others.
OK I’ve just noticed this mainly because I only play 1/2 player and don’t really look at displays during startup. I assume this is how it was from NIB as I haven’t even had the backglass out yet.
Anyway the top line of player 3 is off!
Thoughts? Easy fix or contact Spooky.
Thx Coly
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Anyway the top line of player 3 is off!
Thoughts? Easy fix or contact Spooky.
Thx Coly
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I'm sure Spooky would send you a replacement. When I had mine I had issues with the segment between the flippers and they sent out a replacement the same day.
Reseated connectors Col?
I just got a replacement coil for the auto shoot come through in the post - even though it was my error
I just checked mine Col and there are some IC chips behind each display. They are removable ..?!
have you tried player 3 ?
I just checked mine Col and there are some IC chips behind each display. They are removable ..?!
have you tried player 3 ?
I’ve tried 3 players and yep it’s missing the top segment.
I’ll pull glass off when I get a mo and check alls seated well and nothing untoward.
Thx Coly
I’ll pull glass off when I get a mo and check alls seated well and nothing untoward.
Thx Coly
if all displays are out with same segment it’s a controller chip error, or a connector or a blob of solder.
if you don’t sort it, the whole of the north east will become radioactive, so best bet is to get the pin quarantined to my house pdq.
if you don’t sort it, the whole of the north east will become radioactive, so best bet is to get the pin quarantined to my house pdq.
I’d post on pinside. Nae good. Check all connections.. High intensity sub and shaker motor does have its downsides!
start with the fuses
Thanks , all fuses checked and found the source of the problem. The 5/12 v dv transformer has blown something and i’ve lost those 2 power outputs. There is still 230v present on the input side
Also found this washer wedged in the transformer terminals ( not that it’s causing any issues but….. )
Also found this washer wedged in the transformer terminals ( not that it’s causing any issues but….. )
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Worth checking the other pins, washers finding their way onto transformer terminals! :-(
Fubar
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Well, after about 9 months wait I finally got my TNA delivered yesterday. Big thanks to @Dave Playman helping me set it up. What a game!
Worked out of the box with no functional issues (yet!) which was a big relief. There is a bubble on the LCD screen which is only really visible when turned off, so still something to tinker with
Worked out of the box with no functional issues (yet!) which was a big relief. There is a bubble on the LCD screen which is only really visible when turned off, so still something to tinker with
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Well, after about 9 months wait I finally got my TNA delivered yesterday. Big thanks to @Dave Playman helping me set it up. What a game!
Worked out of the box with no functional issues (yet!) which was a big relief. There is a bubble on the LCD screen which is only really visible when turned off, so still something to tinker with
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Awesome, can't wait to get mine now. Sorry to hear about the little issue with the screen, hopefully it's an easy fix if possible or spooky sends you out one soon. Nothing to stop you enjoying it which is the main thingWell, after about 9 months wait I finally got my TNA delivered yesterday. Big thanks to @Dave Playman helping me set it up. What a game!
Worked out of the box with no functional issues (yet!) which was a big relief. There is a bubble on the LCD screen which is only really visible when turned off, so still something to tinker with
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ian866
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That looks as though some fluid or air has got trapped between the screen and the protective panel in front of it, might clear up if you take it out and separate them then clean and reassemble.Well, after about 9 months wait I finally got my TNA delivered yesterday. Big thanks to @Dave Playman helping me set it up. What a game!
Worked out of the box with no functional issues (yet!) which was a big relief. There is a bubble on the LCD screen which is only really visible when turned off, so still something to tinker with
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This is a pretty standard spooky thing unfortunately (my TNA also, and R&M), just where the speaker panels touched the LCD. Adding some small washers underneath the LCD will fix it.
Mine is back online, just awaiting confirmation but all roads are heading to a faulty PSU.
Played several games since , good chat with Spooky tech - an owner in europe a few months back had the same issue, expenses will be sorted.
Been messing around with the sound tonight , it just didn’t feel right, system like that with distortion. I like it loud but it will never be full volume.
The sub box only had 3 screws in it so one corner added to the bad sound, so did the sub, the shaker motor housing is removed as it touches the sub box and rattles
Next time i take up the playfield i’ll make a note of the settings and post them up , the line out from the screen setting makes a difference too
So far i’ve managed 1.6m and 5th reactor flashing
Played several games since , good chat with Spooky tech - an owner in europe a few months back had the same issue, expenses will be sorted.
Been messing around with the sound tonight , it just didn’t feel right, system like that with distortion. I like it loud but it will never be full volume.
The sub box only had 3 screws in it so one corner added to the bad sound, so did the sub, the shaker motor housing is removed as it touches the sub box and rattles
Next time i take up the playfield i’ll make a note of the settings and post them up , the line out from the screen setting makes a difference too
So far i’ve managed 1.6m and 5th reactor flashing
Glad you got it back up and running, hopefully spooky sending out a replacement PSU also.
Thanks for sharing all the info you are coming across with the machine, will helps others to keep an eye on certain areas in and around the machine.
Thanks for sharing all the info you are coming across with the machine, will helps others to keep an eye on certain areas in and around the machine.
Fubar
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I need to sort the volume out on mine... Set it to 2 and it's wonderfully loud - neighbours won't approve. Set it to 1 and it's a bit quiet for my taste... need something in the middle!
i’ll try and do it tonight and post up.
You need to adjust the volume in the monitor (and the amp). Wait for @SeikoKid post or see further back in this thread for what Scott Danesi advised.
I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS 
Sorry, just had to put that
I have played with mine now 3 different times. Im pretty certain now this is as best as it will get without going mad on spacers and silicone ( which I don't think will make any difference anyways ) Anything further will require a better amp and maybe better speakers
Firstly I checked out the sub, I don't feel it needs a spacer as the cone and rubber don't touch the cab. Ive removed the net though as it might touch that and it will add to the vibration - I could find a cheapo sub cover online to make a proper finish and some smart covers for the holes, or recut the net and fit it over them
I fixed down the 4th missing screw out of the box by the shaker as that was vibrating on test, it does make a difference
Ive removed the shaker cover - only came with 1 screw and was touching the box and vibrating - it has also made a difference
There is missing nut on the 4th bolt for the sub, this needs addressing but at present the sub is solid
Please see my mark ups. Following Scotts guide is good but at output 11 from the screen for proper use the volume is meh, I tried it on 25, 28, 40, 45, etc and ended up with 32
If you turn everything off on the amp you can find your sub distortion point - do that first
I might add more treble , not decided and doesn't affect the distortion
@Fubar - If its still too much - I play on 3/4, my kids bedroom is above my games room and on 1 at night no probs - maybe turn the amp volume down - 7 is slammin but the distortion creeps back a bit
Any feedback or suggestions please do tell
I hope it helps. if not then ignore everything I have wrote and do it yourself
EDIT*. The volume I have set at 3pm
Sorry, just had to put that
I have played with mine now 3 different times. Im pretty certain now this is as best as it will get without going mad on spacers and silicone ( which I don't think will make any difference anyways ) Anything further will require a better amp and maybe better speakers
Firstly I checked out the sub, I don't feel it needs a spacer as the cone and rubber don't touch the cab. Ive removed the net though as it might touch that and it will add to the vibration - I could find a cheapo sub cover online to make a proper finish and some smart covers for the holes, or recut the net and fit it over them
I fixed down the 4th missing screw out of the box by the shaker as that was vibrating on test, it does make a difference
Ive removed the shaker cover - only came with 1 screw and was touching the box and vibrating - it has also made a difference
There is missing nut on the 4th bolt for the sub, this needs addressing but at present the sub is solid
Please see my mark ups. Following Scotts guide is good but at output 11 from the screen for proper use the volume is meh, I tried it on 25, 28, 40, 45, etc and ended up with 32
If you turn everything off on the amp you can find your sub distortion point - do that first
I might add more treble , not decided and doesn't affect the distortion
@Fubar - If its still too much - I play on 3/4, my kids bedroom is above my games room and on 1 at night no probs - maybe turn the amp volume down - 7 is slammin but the distortion creeps back a bit
Any feedback or suggestions please do tell
I hope it helps. if not then ignore everything I have wrote and do it yourself
EDIT*. The volume I have set at 3pm
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Thanks for having me over to experience the unboxing with you mateWell, after about 9 months wait I finally got my TNA delivered yesterday. Big thanks to @Dave Playman helping me set it up. What a game!
Worked out of the box with no functional issues (yet!) which was a big relief. There is a bubble on the LCD screen which is only really visible when turned off, so still something to tinker with
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really enjoyed it. The game is awesome! So colours, light show, music and general vibe are spot on
I look forward to playing it again next time I’m over. Cheers
@SeikoKid had me over today and talked me through what you are meant to do in TNA. Such an amazing game concept, very old school and simple but executed so well with modern technology. I started to get the feel of wanting to play one more game, and the sense of excitement in the build up to destroying the reactor.
You lucky things who own one.
You lucky things who own one.
