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stand up arcade question

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  • 10-05-2009 11:39pm
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    Emmet_F
    Registered Users Posts: 18 ✭


    Hi,
    Not sure where to post this question. I recently moved back to IReland and brought a full size arcade machine back with me. I plugged it in using a transformer/adaptor from argos and I think I blew the machine. I thought I was using a step-down transformer but I guess it was just a plug adaptor.

    The machine turned on and then there was a pop and it won't power on now.

    Do you think I have completely fried the machine or is it worth getting a step-down and trying again? If it is fried - does anyone know anywhere in Ireland to get and old 1983 arcade game repaired?

    Thanks,
    Emmet.


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    spartacus93
    Registered Users Posts: 1,453 ✭✭✭spartacus93


    It depends on the machine to be honest. The fact that there was a pop means you did do damage. Can you post a link to it. You might have just damaged the power supply.

    Before you go plugging anything else in, check the sticker on the plug to see if the input is just 110V (states) or 110 - 220. If it's 110 - 220 (as a lot of laptops are for example) it will work fine without a transformer, just a normal adapter will do the job.

    If it just says 110V and you plug in 220V you will do damage


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    Emmet_F
    Registered Users Posts: 18 ✭Emmet_F


    Thanks for the response. Any ideas where I could get this serviced in Ireland (preferably Munster)?


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    spartacus93
    Registered Users Posts: 1,453 ✭✭✭spartacus93


    Emmet_F wrote: »
    Thanks for the response. Any ideas where I could get this serviced in Ireland (preferably Munster)?

    Not a clue to be honest, try emailing the manufacturer, or look on their website for advice

    Hmm, just saw the 1983 bit... Hopefully the manufacturer is still on the go!


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    Emmet_F
    Registered Users Posts: 18 ✭Emmet_F


    Thanks - It's a 1983 Mario Bros.. I think I will be able to get it fixed.


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    Ishmael
    Registered Users Posts: 1,460 ✭✭✭Ishmael


    Might be worth asking in a pub with a poker machine in it where they get the machine repaired.


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