American Pinball - Houdini Service Manual
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.LIMITED WARRANTYAmerican Pinball Inc. (“Seller”) warrants only the original purchaser of its productsthat the items listed below are free from defects in material & workmanship undernormal use and service for the specified warranty period. Warranties arenon-transferrable.COVERAGEThe Limited Warranty covers defective workmanship and materials as follows:1All parts of the Pinball Machine, excluding standard plastic, bumper post, rubber ringsand wear & tear parts for 90 days from the date of invoice or shipment by Distributor.2The LCD monitor for 1 Year from the date of invoice or shipment by Distributor.CONDITIONSThe original purchaser must register the Limited Warranty by completing the ProductRegistration Form on the American Pinball Website within fifteen days of receipt. Inthe event of a warranty for the above Coverage to apply, the Original Purchaser mustopen a trouble ticket on American-pinball.com or call 1-833-API-HELP (274-4357).Service related questions can also be sent via e-mail toservice@american-pinball.com.Defective parts need to be sent to American Pinball at the purchaser’s expense, if thedefective parts cannot be removed, the entire Pinball Machine will need to bereturned to the Distributor for repair or replacement. All parts returned must beproperly packaged with an RMA tag/Trouble ticket then returned freight prepaid to theSellers facility.EXCLUSIONSThe Limited Warranty does not cover service, labor, or shipping and handling.Damage, wear, and/or breakage not caused by defective materials or workmanshipshall not be covered by the Warranty. Damage incurred during shipping and handlingshall not be covered by the Warranty.DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTYExcept as specifically provided in a written contract between Seller and Purchaser,there are no other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranties ofmerchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.ivHoudini Service Manual
.DISCLAIMER OF DAMAGEThis Warranty does not apply to any parts damaged due to improper handling or dueto improper installation, usage or alteration. In no event shall the Seller be held liablefor any anticipated profits, loss of profits, loss of use, accidental or consequentialdamages or any other losses incurred by the customer regarding the purchase of anAMERICAN PINBALL, INC. product.CAUTIONS, WARNINGS & NOTICESCAUTION!FOR SAFETY AND RELIABILITY, DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS,EQUIPMENT OR ADD GAME CIRCUITRY MODIFICATIONS. SUCHMODIFICATIONS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GAME PLAY OR CAUSEINJURIES AND MAY RESULT IN VOIDING IN THE WARRANTY.ALWAYS TRANSPORT PINBALL GAMES WITH THE HINGEDBACKBOX IN THE FOLDED POSITION. CONTACT AUTHORIZEDSERVICE PERSONNEL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY REPAIR. ANYSUCH REPAIRS SHOULD BE PERFORMED WITH THE LINEVOLTAGE DISCONNECTED. FOR SERVICING TIPS, REFERENCETHE USER MANUAL OR CONTACT AMERICAN PINBALL INCTECHNICAL SUPPORT. SUBSTITUTION OF PARTS AND EQUIPMENTMAY VOID FCC TYPE ACCEPTANCE.WARNING!EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLYWITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A COMPUTING DEVICE,PURSUANT TO SUBPART J OF PART 15 OF THE FCC RULESAND REGULATIONS. FCC RULES ARE DESIGNED TOPROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST RFENERGY WHEN OPERATED IN A COMMERCIALENVIRONMENT. OPERATION IN A PRIVATE RESIDENTIALAREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASTTHE USER AT ITS OWN EXPENSE WOULD BE REQUIRED TOTAKE WHATEVER MEASURES TO CORRECT SUCHINTERFERENCE.NOTICESCable harness placements and ground strap routing in the game have been designedto keep RF radiation and conduction within levels accepted by the FCC rules. Tomaintain these levels, reposition harnesses and reconnect grounds to their originalplacements, if they become discHoudini Service Manualv
DOCUMENT REVISION HISTORY100-1001January 2018Initial Release of DocumentREGIONAL CONTACTSAMERICAN PINBALLWHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS!1448 YORKSHIRE DRIVESTREAMWOOD, IL 60107847 893 6800viHoudini Service Manual
C ONTENTS.ContentsCoverage . -ivConditions. -ivExclusions . -ivDisclaimer of Implied Warranty. -ivDisclaimer of Damage . -vCAUTIONS, WARNINGS & NOTICES . -vNOTICES. -v1Overview .1-1About This Manual .1-12Unpacking Instructions .2-1Unpacking Houdini .2-1Tools Required For Unpacking.2-1To unpack Houdini .2-1Leveling Houdini .2-33Service Menu.3-1Houdini Service Menu .3-1API Cockpit.3-2Tests.3-3To access Houdini’s Tests menu .3-5Switch Testing .3-6Coil Testing.3-6LED Testing.3-7Display Test.3-7Cabinet Tests .3-7Stage Mechanism Testing .3-7Standard Adjustment Settings .3-7To access Houdini’s Standard Adjustments settings .3-7Replay Adjustment Settings .3-8To access Houdini’s Replay settings .3-8Coil Adjustment Settings .3-10To access Houdini’s Coils settings .3-10Houdini Coil Setup.3-10To calibrate coils after moving or re-leveling Houdini .3-10Sound Adjustment Settings .3-12To access Houdini’s Sound settings .3-13Features Adjustment Settings .3-14To access Houdini’s Feature settings .3-14Houdini Service ManualContents1
CONTENTSPricing Adjustment Settings.3-17To access Houdini’s Pricing settings .3-18Statistics.3-19To access Houdini’s Statistics menu .3-19Utilities.3-22To access Houdini’s Utilities menu .3-224Switch Locations .4-1Dedicated Switch Locations .4-15Coil Locations .5-1Coil Locations.5-16Houdini Code Update .6-1Code Update Procedure .6-1To update Houdini code.6-1Houdini Log Copy .6-2To copy game logs.6-27Houdini Game Rules.7-1Houdini Game Rules Overview .7-1Skill shot .7-1Stage Modes .7-1Basic Stage Modes.7-1Special Stage Modes.7-2Movie Modes .7-3Magic Shop.7-3Jail Escape Hurry-Ups.7-3Secret Missions .7-4Trunk Multiball .7-4Seance Multiball .7-4Outlane Drain Modes.7-5Milkcan Multipliers .7-6Master Magician (Wizard) Mode.7-7Stacking.7-72ContentsHoudini Service Manual
LIST OF FIGURES.ContentsPost Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3Rubber Ring Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4Authorized American Pinball Carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1Open Carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2Carton View After Laying On Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2Houdini Outside of Carton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3Header Secured to Playfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3Service Menu Navigation Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2Service Menu Navigation Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5Tests Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5Switch Testing Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6Dipswitch Settings Drawing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Bullet Catch Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Jail Escape Hurry-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4SEANCE Multiball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5Outlane Drain Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6Milkcan Multiplier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6Houdini Service1
LIST OF TABLES.ContentsCommonly used terms in the Houdini Service Manual documentation: . . . . . .1-1Service Menu Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2Tests Menu Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4Standard Adjustment Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8Replay Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9Coil Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12Sound Adjustment Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14Features Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15Pricing Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19Game Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-22Dedicated Switch Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1Coil Locations Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1Basic Stage Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1Special Stage Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Movie Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Outlane Drain Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5Houdini Service Manual1
Ch 1 - OverviewO VERVIEW.1.ABOUT THIS MANUALThis manual details the integral aspects of the Houdini pinball machine.The following chapters are included in this manual:ChapterTable 1.1TitleChapter 1OverviewChapter 2Unpacking InstructionsChapter 3Service MenuChapter 4Switch LocationsChapter 5Coil Locations/AssembliesChapter 6Code Update With USBChapter 7Houdini Game RulesCommonly used terms in the Houdini Service Manualdocumentation:TermDescriptionADJAbbreviation for the Adjustments menu, where certain settings areadjusted/configured.AUDAbbreviation for the Audit menu, where audits can be run for the machine.CatapultMechanism that vaults pinball across the playfield into magic box for balllock.DIAGAbbreviation for the Diagnostics menu, where diagnostics can be run forthe machine.HoudiniHarry Houdini was a world famous magician who pioneered the art ofillusion. He is also the main character in an awesome pinball machinedeveloped by American Pinball.Plumb Bob TiltWeight on Tilt Assembly.P3-ROC BoardDesigned to control all of the real-time signaling features on a pinballmachine.Note: The documentation for P3-ROC Boards is available in anapplication note on the Support page on american-pinball.com.Houdini Service Manual1-1
OVERVIEWAbout This Manual1-2TermDescriptionP-ROC Driver BoardThe P-ROC Driver Boards are used to control the activation of connecteddevices by turning on or off power to the devices in response tocommands from the P-ROC board.Note: The documentation for P3-ROC Boards is available in anapplication note on the Support page on american-pinball.com.SW-16 BoardUsed to deliver switch state information in a pinball machine to a masterdevice, such as a P3-ROC board, over an RS-485 serial bus.UTILAbbreviation for the Utility menu, where utilities can be run for themachine.V.U.KVertical Up Kicker. Mechanism used kick out the ball from the upperplayfield.Houdini Service Manual
.OVERVIEWAbout This ManualFigure 1.1Houdini Service ManualPost Locations1-3
OVERVIEWAbout This ManualFigure 1.21-4Rubber Ring LocationsHoudini Service Manual
Ch Unpacking Instructions - Unpacking InstructionsU NPACKING I NSTRUCTIONS.2.UNPACKING HOUDINIIn order to fully enjoy Houdini in the manner it is designed to be played, pleaseadhere to the following unpacking instructions.CAUTION!HOUDINI WEIGHS IN EXCESS OF 250 LBS. AT LEAST TWO PEOPLEARE REQUIRED TO UNPACK AND MANEUVER THE MACHINE.TOOLS REQUIRED FOR UNPACKINGA pair of scissors or a utility knife is all that you need to unpack Houdini.To unpack Houdini1Figure 2.1Houdini Service ManualYour Houdini machine should appear in the following carton.Authorized American Pinball Carton2-1
U N PA C K I N G I N S T R U C T I O N SUnpacking Houdini2Figure 2.2Using a pair of scissors, carefully cut the carton seal and open the top flaps.Open Carton3Remove the two foam pieces from the top of the machine.4Carefully lay the carton onto its side.Note: An alternative method, if you choose to not save the carton, is to use a utilityknife to carefully cut down the carton at its seams.Figure 2.35Carton View After Laying On SideUsing the nylon strap, pull the machine out of the carton.Note: To protect the cabinet, plan to use the existing carton to lay the machine ontop.2-2Houdini Service Manual
.U N PA C K I N G I N S T R U C T I O N SUnpacking HoudiniFigure 2.4Houdini Outside of Carton6Slide the two corner posts, that include the game legs, out of the carton.7Unpack the four game legs and bolts that are located inside the two corner posts.8Have two people lift the machine up (on the side opposite of the plunger) so that the twofront legs can be installed. Make sure to secure the bolts tightly.9Now that the front legs are secured, lift the back end of the machine up so that the rearlegs can be secured.10Cut the nylon strap with a utility knife.11Lift the header up and use the supplied Allen wrench to secure the header to theplayfieldFigure 2.512Header Secured to PlayfieldRemove the glass from the cardboard and put aside for future installation.LEVELING HOUDINIThe game, by default, sits at 6.5 . However, depending on the floor, you may have toadjust Houdini so that the game is properly leveled left/right or the appropriate pitch.Houdini Service Manual2-3
Ch 3 - Service MenuSERVICE MENU.3.HOUDINI SERVICE MENUThis chapter includes service menu settings. The service menu accesses thefollowing settings for optimal play and maintenance: Tests Settings Statistics Utilities Health MeterBefore You Begin Have you unpacked your Houdini machine and set it up according to theinstructions in this manual? Have you downloaded the most current supported code from American Pinball’sSupport site?Note: Settings are occasionally updated. Please refer to American Pinball’s Supportsite for the most current documentation.Houdini Service Manual3-1
SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuAPI COCKPITHoudini’s service menu contains tests for all the electrical and mechanical functionswithin the game.Figure 3.1Service Menu Navigation ButtonsTable 3.1Service Menu IconsTestsSettingsStatistics3-2This includes tests in the following areas: Switches Coils LEDs Display Cabinet Stage MechanicalThis includes adjustments for the following settings: Standard Adjustment Settings Replay Adjustment Settings Coil Adjustment Settings Sound Adjustment Settings Feature Adjustment Settings Pricing Adjustment SettingsThis includes audits for the following statistics: Basic Statistics Feature Statistics Standard Statistics Game Time Statistics Earning Statistics Score Breakdown StatisticsHoudini Service Manual
.SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuUtilitiesThis includes information for the following utilities: Houdini Balls Statistics Clear Date and Time Set Restoration of Default Settings Stage CalibrationThe Health Meter provides a quick analysis of theoverall state of HoudiniHealthMeter GreenHoudini is in a healthy state.HealthMeter YellowHoudini may have issues that need to be addressed.HealthMeter RedHoudini is in an unhealthy state. Refer to the HoudiniService Manual or contact your American Pinballdistributor.TESTSThe Tests menu includes a number of diagnostic tests for assuring that your machineis performing at its optimal health. The Tests menu provides tests for the followingitems: Switches Coils LEDs Display Cabinet Stage MechanicalHoudini Service Manual3-3
SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuTable 3.2Tests Menu 3-4Houdini Service Manual
.SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuTo access Houdini’s Tests menu1Power on the machine.2Open the coin door.3Press the MENU SELECT button to access the service mode.Figure 3.24Press the red /- button to select the Tests icon.5Press the MENU SELECT button to enter Tests.Figure 3.36Houdini Service ManualService Menu Navigation ButtonsTests MenuUse the flipper buttons to toggle through the different tests.3-5
SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuSWITCH TESTINGSwitch tests are a form of diagnostics that displays a grid of all the switches on thematrix. A switch test can be performed using either a finger, or ideally, a pinball.1: The dark green color indicates a closed switch, which is an opto switch. Eachcolumn in the table represents a different board on the system.2: The bright green color indicates that there is currently a ball or the switch isactivated. A switch turns green when it is enabled.3: The switch test displays wire colors for the respective switch, which board isactive, and the last switch that was activated.4: Additional switch information includes the last five switch hits.For example, Left Lock 1, Left Lock 2, Left Lock 3, Inner Loop, Right Inner Loop.Figure 3.4Switch Testing MenuNote: For a more extensive description of each switch within Houdini, refer to theSwitch Locations chapter.COIL TESTINGTo test coils, you must close the coin door in order to provide power.Press the start button to disable or enable Coil testing.Note: For a more extensive description of each coil within Houdini, refer to theCoil Locations chapter.3-6Houdini Service Manual
.SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuLED TESTINGWhen first entering LED Test, all LEDs flash on the playfield, rotating through red,green, blue. Each LED has three LED tests, which allows you to quickly see if thereare any abnormal color patterns.You also have the ability to walk through the LEDs one-by-one. LED testing isdesigned to follow the playfield in a logical sequence.DISPLAY TESTThe main display proceeds through a series of colors (red, green, and blue), and atest pattern.CABINET TESTSThe Cabinet tests provides diagnostics for the start button and shaker motor.STAGE MECHANISM TESTINGA test to ensure that the stage mechanism servo is functioning.Press the start button to move the stage through each of its position to confirm it isworking properly.STANDARD ADJUSTMENT SETTINGSStandard adjustments address global options, such as the number of balls per game,tilt settings, and replay award settings.To access Houdini’s Standard Adjustments settingsHoudini Service Manual1Power on the machine.2Open the coin door.3Press the MENU SELECT button to access the service mode.4Press the red /- button to select the Settings icon.5Press the MENU SELECT button to enter the Settings section.6Use the flipper buttons to page through the different settings to the Standard setting.7Press the green BACK EXIT button to return to the previous menu.3-7
SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuTable 3.3Type ofSettingStandard Adjustment SettingsNameDescriptionValue (Range)Standard Adjustment SettingsAttract Mode MusicEnables/disables Houdini’s “Attract Mode” music.Note: Attract Mode is a synchronized display of soundsand music that occurs when the machine is not currentlybeing played. Options: On, Off Default: OffAttract Mode SoundsEnables/disables Houdini’s “Attract Mode” sounds.If set to On, Attract Mode provides Houdini quotes with voicecallouts.Note: Attract Mode is a synchronized display of soundsand music that occurs when the machine is not currentlybeing played. Options: On, Off Default: OffBalls Per GameSpecifies the number of balls available to the player during asingle game. Options: 1 to 5 Increments: 1 Default: 3Ball Saver TimerSpecifies the duration in seconds that the game provides a ballsave should the ball drain. Options: 0 to 61 Increments: 2 Default: 12Max Number of Extra BallsThe maximum number of extra balls that can be configured forHoudini Options: 0 to 9 Default: 4Shaker MotorEnables/disables the use of a shaker motor.Note: A shaker motor is not included with Houdini. Options: On, Off Default: OffTilt Bob Settle TimeDetermines how much time passes after a tilt warning beforethe system responds to another tilt bob trigger. Options: 0 to 5 Increments: 1 Default: 2Tilt WarningsSpecifies the number of times the player is warned due to aplumb bob switch activation. Options: 0 to 9 Increments: 1 Default: 2REPLAY ADJUSTMENT SETTINGSTo access Houdini’s Replay settings3-81Power on the machine.2Open the coin door.3Press the MENU SELECT button to access the service mode.4Press the red /- button to select the Settings icon.5Press the MENU SELECT button to enter the Settings section.6Use the flipper buttons to page through the different settings to the Replay setting.Houdini Service Manual
.SERVICE MENUHoudini Service Menu7Table 3.4Type ofSettingPress the green BACK EXIT button to return to the previous menu.Replay Adjustment SettingsNameDescriptionValue (Range)Replay Adjustment SettingsReplay Award Level 1Specifies the point total required to receive an award that isdefined in Replay Award Type. Options:50000,5000000 Increments: 10000 Default: 500000Replay Award Level 2Specifies the point total required to receive an award that isdefined in Replay Award Type. Options:50000,5000000 Increments: 10000 Default: 1000000Replay Award Level 3Specifies the point total required to receive an award that isdefined in Replay Award Type. Options:50000,5000000 Increments: 10000 Default: 1000000Replay Award Level 4Specifies the point total required to receive an award that isdefined in Replay Award Type. Options:50000,5000000 Increments: 10000 Default: 1000000Replay Award TypeSpecifies the type of reward given to the player based upon adefined accomplishment(refer to Replay Award Level settings). Options: Free Game,Extra Ball, Points, Off Default: PointsReplay BoostSpecifies the amount of points that each replay value will beincreased.After each game in which a replay is earned, all replay levelsare increased by the defined replay boost amount. For anygame in which a replay was not won, the amount is reduced bythe boost amount. For example, if three games in a row earn areplay, each replay amount is set to the original value (3 *boost value). If on the next game the replay is not earned, itdrops to original value (2 * boost value). Options:10000, 1000000 Increments: 10000 Default: 50000Replay LevelsSpecifies how many replay levels are active Options: 1, 4 Increments: 1 Default: 1Replay PercentageSpecifies the percentage of games that award the player areplay if using Replay Type. Options: 0 to 20Increments: 1 Default: 5Replay TypeSpecifies the type of replay awarded to the player. Options: Fixed, Boost,Auto Default: FixedHoudini Service Manual3-9
SERVICE MENUHoudini Service MenuCOIL ADJUSTMENT SETTINGSCoil settings allow you to control the “strength” of the various mechanisms on theplayfield.Hold the right flipper up manually to see if the ball is in the flipper toward the tip (thisalso keeps the ball from draining making it easier to do next test).To access Houdini’s Coils settings1Power on the machine.2Open the coin door.3Press the MENU SELECT button to access the service mode.4Press the red /- button to select the Settings icon.5Press the MENU SELECT button to enter the Settings section.6Use the flipper buttons to page through the different settings to the Coils setting.7Press the green BACK EXIT button to return to the previous menu.HOUDINI COIL SETUPThis process needs to be performed each time Houdini is moved and or re-leveled.This proc
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