LumiPin CLASSIC Pinball Lighting Kits

These instructions are applicable to the following products:

• MM-CLASSIC-SPIKE2-KIT

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Article Sections

What's In the Box

Install Power & Control- Spike 2

LED Channel Prep

Install as Under Cabinet Lighting

Install as Backbox Lighting (Metal Backbox)

Install as Backbox Lighting (Wood Backbox) 

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.

BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH INSTALLATION, UNPLUG POWER CORD FROM GAME. 

The MEZEL MODS CLASSIC KIT is designed to operate  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.

What's in the Box

What's in the Box -- Click to Expand

Color	Item
	2x LED Channel with clear diffuser 2x Mounting bracket and screw 4 x 3" VHB tape (under cabinet alternative mounting option) 2x Addressable LED strip 3x JST Wire Extension (3.2') cable 1x JST Splitter
	Spike 2 Version: PixlWav 100AC Power Adapter Digital LED Controller Large 3m tape 3 zip ties
	4x Magnetic Magnet mounts w/ adhesive 2x Wire clips

Install the Power System- SPIKE 2 (RED)

Install the Power System- Spike 2 -- Click to Expand

1. Gather RED labeled parts and 11/32 nut driver. 
2. Open backbox, locate Power Distribution board cover and remove.
3. 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.
4. Attach the Digital LED controller to the power supply 

Choose from one of the two LED channel installation options below

LED Channel Prep

LED Channel Prep -- Click to Expand

1. Gather LED channel, LED strips and mounting material. If using magnetized mounts for backbox install, see written instructions in Backbox section. 
2. Mount LED strip in channel; place diffuser on top of channel, snapping into place. Add end cap to channel end.

Next install either as undercabinet lighting OR as backbox lighting using one of the two installation sections below.

Install Under Cabinet lighting (BLUE)

Install Under Cabinet lighting -- Click to Expand

NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND MEASUREMENTS ARE PRIMARILY BASED ON A MODERN STERN STANDARD BODY WITH VENTS IN THE BACK BASE OF THE CABINET. PLEASE MAKE NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON YOUR GAME.

1. Gather BLUE labeled parts along with flathead and Philips screwdriver.
2. Mount LED strip in channel; place diffuser on top of channel, snapping into place. Add end cap to channel end. Repeat for both strips.
3. Utilize Flathead screwdriver to open up one of the wire covered vents in the back base of the cabinet (most modern Sterns). This location may vary depending upon the era of game you have. 
4. Determine mounting preference for under the cabinet; 3M adhesive or screw mounted brackets are provided.
5. Mount LED channel brackets or adhesive at outside cabinet edge and ~10" and 33" from back cabinet edge (see video for visual details).
6. Attach channel to cabinet ensuring wire ends are no greater than 6" from end of cabinet.
7. Attach splitter to ends of each channel LED; attach JST wire extension and run wire inside the cabinet.
8. Attach second JST extension wire and feed into the backbox. 
9. Attach JST extension wire to the Digital LED controller.

Install Backbox Lighting- METAL BACKBOX

Install Backbox Lighting for Metal Backbox -- Click to Expand

NOTE: MEASUREMENTS IN THIS ARTICLE/VIDEO ARE SPECIFIC TO STERN METAL BACKBOARDS. PLEASE MAKE NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON YOUR METAL BACKBOX SIZE.

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.

1. 1. Mount first channel magnet bracket at the top end of the channel (wire end). 
   2. Mount second magnet bracket at least 6" from end of channel to ensure attachment to metal backbox.
   3. Attach splitter to ends of each channel LED; attach JST wire extension.
   4. Run wire extension through top of backbox (use topper wiring hole or vents). Utilize wire clips as desired to keep wiring on backbox in place.
   5. Attach JST wire extension to Digital LED controller dongle

Install Backbox Lighting- WOOD BACKBOX 

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