FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
A question about our replacement boards for pinball machines? Here are the answers to the questions we get asked most often. Can't find yours? Contact us — support is free.
Are your boards compatible with my pinball machine?
Our boards cover Gottlieb System 1 and System 80/80A/80B, Williams System 3 to 7 and Bally/Stern from 1977 to 1985. If in doubt, contact us: we'll confirm the right board for your model.
Is installation complicated?
No: our boards are Plug & Play and fit onto the original brackets and connectors, without soldering, in a few minutes. A manual and our free technical support are there to help you.
Do I need a battery?
No, our boards work without a battery. No more corrosion and lost scores.
Does the gameplay stay faithful to the original?
Yes: our boards interpret the original ROMs in an FPGA, for gameplay identical to the era, without software emulation.
Do your boards also replace the power supply?
On System 80 and 80A, the GottFA80_Plus integrates the power supply; on System 80B, you keep the original power supply. A power supply kit is available on request.
What's the difference between the Light and Full versions?
The Light replaces CPU + Driver + power supply, without sound; the Full adds an integrated sound board, useful if your sound board is faulty.
Lisy80 or GottFA80_Plus: which one to choose?
The Lisy80 is diagnostics-oriented (CPU board + web troubleshooting tools); the GottFA80_Plus is gameplay-oriented (all-in-one to play again quickly).
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes: every board comes with a 6-month limited warranty (parts and labor) against any failure not caused by misuse. Our fusible components are mounted on sockets for easy replacement.
Where do you ship?
We ship to addresses across the United States, with tracking. Shipping is free on orders over $200.
What if my board doesn't work after installation?
Contact us: our free support helps you diagnose, and it's often a simple adjustment or connector. If necessary, we'll take it back.
Is technical support really free?
Yes, before and after purchase, by email and chat, without limit. We reply in French, English, German and Italian.
Is Freeplay available?
Yes: our boards offer true Freeplay, to play without inserting credit.
Can I still play with coins (coin mechanism)?
Yes: our boards keep the original coin mechanism working, so you can play normally by inserting coins. Freeplay is simply an optional setting if you'd rather play without credits.
Can I return a board if I change my mind?
Yes, within 15 days of delivery. We refund the price of the board minus a $50 restocking fee, and return shipping is at your expense. The board must come back complete, undamaged and in working order. A faulty board is never subject to this fee: it is covered by our 6-month limited warranty, at no cost to you.