These instructions are applicable to the following products:
- MM-DYN-DELUXE-SPIKE2-KIT
- MM-EL-DYN-SPIKE2-KIT
Article Sections
What's In the Box (parts by product type)
Install PixlWav Power & Control
Install Under Cabinet Lighting
Install Speaker Lights (if applicable)
Install Speaker Light Kit Integration (Rectangular Speaker Light Kits only)
DANGER ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Pinball machines have high voltages which can cause DANGER TO LIFE AND LIMB. TURN POWER OFF and UNPLUG PINBALL MACHINE prior to installation. Pinball machines are high voltage and can cause electrical shock.
SAFETY GLASSES are also recommended while working with or installing pinball parts.
Please follow these safety instructions as well as all installation instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the pinball machine, accessory or other parts. Please see our Disclaimer for associated risks and responsibilities (Section 13 in our Terms of Service) prior to installation.
Images included in these instructions are of an installed prototype and may vary from your product slightly.
If you have questions or concerns regarding the proper installation of this part, please contact us for assistance.
When removing screws from the playfield, reinstall by first turning them counter-clockwise to match the original groove in order to respect the integrity of the playfield wood.
SPEAKER LIGHT KIT CUSTOMERS PLEASE NOTE:
If you are installing this kit with a set of Speaker Lights (rectangular or circular) please install the Speaker Lights last. If you are integrating this kit with PREVIOUSLY installed Speaker Lights, please see this article for necessary preparation steps.
What's in the Box: Dynamic Lighting
Kit Components -- Click to Expand
|
Part Color |
Item |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Integration Kit Components -- Click to Expand
|
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH INSTALLATION, UNPLUG POWER CORD FROM GAME.
The PixlWav System is designed to operate on 5V DC ONLY. Do not attempt to connect any components of this kit to another voltage; doing so is a misuse of the system which will cause damage permanent damage to every system component. Misuse will not be covered by Mezel Mods or PinWoofer.
This product requires the use of the PixlWav Power & Control system. Do not use alternative power supply.
Install the PixlWav Power System (RED)
PixlWav Power and Control Installation Steps & Video-- Click to Expand
- Gather RED labeled parts and 11/32 nut driver.
- Open backbox, locate Power Distribution board cover and remove.
- Locate Dollar Bill validator connection (note your game may include an orange 'dummy' plug; remove this plug). Attach the PixlWav Power to the dollar bill validator connection.
- Attach adhesive to the HUB board and mount on the back wall of the cabinet just under the opening into the bottom of the backbox. Press firmly to activate adhesive.
- Plug the 5v DC power cable from the PixlWav Power to the PixlWav Hub Input jack (labeled 3 on Hub Connector Key).
- Attach the LED controller Stub Connector to the PixlWav Hub in the area labeled 'CON' (labeled 1 on Hub Connector Key).
- Ensure that the Hub is set to CON by using the switch (labeled 2 on Hub Connector Key).
Install Backbox Lighting (GREEN/PURPLE)
LED Channel Preparation and Backbox Channel Installation Steps & Video-- Click to Expand
- Gather GREEN and PURPLE labeled parts.
- Mount LED strip in channel; place diffuser on top of channel, snapping into place. Add end cap to channel end.
Backbox Cabinet Lighting Installation Steps & Video
NOTE: MOUNTING PLACEMENT IS CRITICAL TO ENSURE ATTACHMENT TO METAL BACKBOX. CHANNEL EXTENDS ON TO WOOD CABINET AND IMPROPER MAGNET PLACEMENT WILL RENDER MOUNT USELESS.
PLEASE VIEW VIDEO AND READ INSTRUCTIONS ENTIRELY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF MAGNET MOUNTS.
- Mount first channel magnet bracket at the top end of the channel (wire end).
- Mount second magnet bracket at least 6" from end of channel to ensure attachment to metal backbox.
- Attach splitter to ends of each channel LED; attach JST wire extension.
- Run wire extension through top of backbox (use topper wiring hole). Utilize wire clips as desired to keep wiring on backbox in place.
- Attach JST stub connector to end JST wire extension and plug into an open channel on first PixlWav Hub (mounted inside backbox) in the area labeled 7.
Install Under Cabinet lighting (GREEN)
Under Cabinet Lighting Installation & Video-- Click to Expand
- Gather remaining GREEN labeled parts along with flathead and Philips screwdrivers.
- Repeat LED strip mounting steps for under cabinet channels outlined in previous step.
- Utilize Flathead screwdriver to open up one of the wire covered vents in the back base of the cabinet.
- Determine mounting preference for under the cabinet; 3M adhesive or screw mounted brackets are provided.
- Mount LED channel brackets or adhesive at outside cabinet edge and ~10" and 33" from back cabinet edge (see video in DYNAMIC chapter for visual details).
- Attach channel to cabinet ensuring wire ends are no greater than 6" from end of cabinet.
- Attach splitter to ends of each channel LED; attach JST wire extension.
- Feed JST wire extension into cabinet.
- Attach JST stub connector to JST wire extension and plug into an open channel on second PixlWav Hub (mounted inside cabinet) in the area labeled 7.
Install 5.25" Speaker Light Kit (ORANGE) and Rectangular Speaker Light Integration (BLACK)
5.25" Speaker Lighting Installation Steps & Video-- Click to Expand
For additional information on 5.25" Speaker Light Kit installation, please utilize the Installation Document provided by PinWoofer, starting after installation of the power and control systems PixlWav Speaker Light Kit
For additional information on the rectangular Speaker Light Kit installation, please utilize the installation video provided below, stopping after frame installation. Proceed to next section to install integration wiring.
Rectangular Speaker Light Integration (Black)
For integration of the CoinTaker Deluxe or Speaker Light Kit Type 14 Kit, please gather the BLACK LABELED PARTS. Attach the JST wire extension (if needed to allow reach to Backbox Hub) and the JST stub connector (shown in photo) and plug into an open channel on the first PixlWav Hub (mounted inside cabinet) in the area labeled 7 below.
Hub Board Connector Identification Key
Comments
4 comments
In the section Deluxe and Super Kit: Expansion Wiring (YELLOW), there needs to be a step to ensure that the Controller/Ethernet switch on Hub 2 is set to ETH.
Both of my boards were set to CON out of the box, and it took some troubleshooting to figure out why the backbox lighting was working but the under cabinet lighting wasn't.
The speaker kit included in the Super version of the Dynamic kit has a major caveat that isn't revealed until after the main instructions. If you have the required 5.25" speakers and installed them yourself, you're probably going to need a gasket that isn't included in the kit, and the Stern version is stupidly expensive ($13) for what appears to be a poorly cut piece of foam. Oh yeah, that price isn't for a pair - that's each.
That should be mentioned on the product page before purchase - preferably with a description on what material you need and a template for making your own. I happened to have a stash of dense EVA foam and an old bracket to trace for the template.
It's extremely easy to make them, but it's an unpleasant surprise when you find out you need it after following the installation instructions.
The video for section Install Under Cabinet lighting (BLUE) wasn't available when I set up my lights, and there is a discrepancy between what measurements this page says to use ("within 6" from rear of cabinet") and what the video says (install brackets @ 10" and 33" from the rear - go along the edge for Dynamic or 5" in from the edge for Expression.
Gonna have to remount those on my install.
Thanks for the feedback Brian.
We've made a few changes to the article which clears up the initial confusion on the following:
The foam gasket you referred to is one that is included from the factory on all Stern LEs as well as the PinWoofer Speaker upgrade product. For those who have purchased aftermarket speakers from other sources, a foam gasket will be required. This will be added to our product requirements and feature matrix on the next revision.
Please sign in to leave a comment.