You’re my hero of the day!

Still nothing on screen showing how many t-rex modes you've played/need?

Come on sk8ball this is needed!

Yes!

If the modes consistently started in the same order, I could understand not needing this. But because they are randomized, I've had more than a few games where I'm getting deep into it, and can't remember at all how many T-Rex modes I've been through.

Just doesn't seem like something we should be missing in the game. Even a screen in the info that shows you what objectives are complete/incomplete to reach Escape Nublar would be helpful.

Thanks in advance!

On default settings they proceed in the same order if you do not hit the truck again after spelling T-REX. multiball, chase, encounter, rampage.

This is how I have installed mine.
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And don’t forget the raptors

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How have you connected the wire to the Pteranodon? Just drilled a hole in it and jammed some wire in?

Here's a bit of info on what I did -

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/jurassic-park-stern-2019-owners-club-welcome-to-jurassic-park/page/97#post-5619575
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/jurassic-park-stern-2019-owners-club-welcome-to-jurassic-park/page/97#post-5619629

Yes, but you may hit the truck, and you may end up in an intense game where you're focused on just keeping the ball alive, and you totally forget how many modes you started. Knowing where you stand helps you decide on a strategy.

It just makes no sense that this isn't in the game somewhere. We see if on screen for Control Room, we see it on the pf for Visitor Center, but there's nothing for T-Rex modes. Just seems like an easy feature they could add in to help players know where they are.

Was just pointing out that they're not random as you stated that they were, that's all.

What is the timer on combos? I've noticed that I'm getting quite a few combos where it seems like I'm able to get them a good 10 to 15 seconds after hitting the previous shot.

It's not listed in the rulesheet however if you capture T-Rex you get 8 seconds added to the timers, so this may also apply to the combo timer as well???

Z

Yes, like Scribbles I also drilled a hole and put the wire in with a droplet of glue.

Anyone noticed that this is not how the new code is set up, mine is set to 8 as default:

- changed 'DNA COMBOS EXTRA BALL' default from 8 to 6

this would could help me to get to escape nublar, but i dont want to change it from factory.

Got a new escape nublar challange record with 3:01 yay!

Great stuff!! I'm still yet to get close to finishing it.

Easier if the truck is facing the left when you start (cleaner spinner shot)

Avoid hitting the truck and if you do switch it back to facing the original way before exiting that paddock (otherwise you end up doing more paddocks and having to hit the set trap targets)

Also if doing the competition challenge then the rescues are always in the same positions

It's a game within a game - I love it!!!

I hate to break it to you, but the fact that this change is in this release means that this IS "factory" now. You should absolutely change it. It's the equivalent of a balance adjustment to rules that have been released after millions of playtests. This is the new default.

Did you restore your settings/scores after the update(switching between the custom code and this one)? If you did then that’s why it’s still at 8. Your saved settings are overriding the default.

Thank you, i guess that was the problem!

I don't believe there is one. Similar to IMDN, as long as you don't hit an errant switch, you're good.

There is a light indicator as well. From the code readme:
"- Combos - Added combo indicator (red flasher above 2x target) that pulses while combo is active"

I wont get my Prem until Feb....but buying mods now. Where to get the pteradon? Raptors?

I would say just use the search feature in this thread, and you will see numerous posts about the types/brands of each that owners have purchased (also, correct spelling is "pteranodon").

Google search will also link you to pinside threads. For some reason this is much faster for me. Seems that Pinside search takes an eternity

Just got notice from my distributor that JP Premiums are hitting his dock today. Paid my balance, and the pin (along with topper and shaker) should be on it's way to me later today. I don't know how many he received (told me Stern was only partially fulfilling his order), but thankfully I was first on the list!

I'm giddy!

Good news! Hopefully that means mine should be landing soon as well as I'm second on the list for the next batch with my distro.

I am on V1.03.0 and did a factory reset. DNA combo extraball is set to 8 and it also says thats factory setting.
And why is Tilt Debounce set back from 1000ms to 750 now?

So could anyone check the DNA extraball setting for me? [Feature Adjustment #7]

Just updated.

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When you go into the DNA combo extraball setting - what is the factory default (6 or 8)? It should show 6 as default - as per the screen shot from ectobar

Arhh I wondered what the red flasher was indicating - good to know

Hi Fellow JPers... how do I get the modded movie/sound package that people talk about for this pin? Can you use this on the latest code?

There’s a thread on Pinside dedicated to it. timlah79 is your guy, he can hook you up. It’s awesome!!

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/stern-jurassic-park-2-custom-code-project/page/24#post-5946563

Tim’s version is built into/upon the Stern code itself. He took stock Stern 1.02, then uses the PB utility to replace data blocks for audio and video clips inside the software image file, and then writes the entire new image to the card. Tim’s mods are implanted into the 1.02 code image which then REPLACES Stern’s in its entirety.

As for v1.03, it’s not clear the Tim/Delt mods will ever be ported to the new image structure of 1.03. It’s a ton of work and is very tightly connected to the underlying Stern code structure. The first step would be for PB to be updated to support 1.03, but again the PB developer has not committed to that support yet, if it's even possible (Stern may have intentionally made binary access to the image harder again).

yeah strange, my game says 8 (installed/factory default) and I double checked the Code, its on V1.03.0

My first update went wrong so i did a second long update with check and it said it worked.
I think I will update it again.

Hi all!

So I'm getting a ton of ball rejects from the T-Rex ramp. I've searched the board, and I've seen the previous replies. I've tried removing the plastic spacers on the ramp air-ball protector plastic (and even adding washers, too, in case this helped). I've tried reducing the lower flipper power. And I'm between 6.5 and 7 degrees, and have tried different angles.

It's almost like the balls hit the bottom of the T-rex itself sometimes and rattle back down. I'm not sure if this is a common thing?

I was wondering if anyone has tried anything drastic like trying to raise or lower the static t-rex itself, and if this has helped?

Thanks! I'm missing so many shots because of this and it's bumming me out.

Im no expert regarding the t-rex and having a few rejects by myself but i will try to help
1. Level your game from side to side and get it to 7° degrees, its designed for 7 and small changes can make a big difference. Use a digital leveler and calibrate(!) it, dont use a smartphone.
2. the airball protector is there to keep the ball low enough for the trex mouth, if you remove the washers its too low, and you will get even more rattling balls in the left ramp (I tested this).
3. record a shot in the mouth in slow motion and make sure there is no phyical problem!
4. check if the opto is triggering at the ramp entrance
5. the opened trex`s jaw should kind of touch the ramp as i remember
6. there is a pdf somewhere from stern how to adjust the trex
7. if nothing helps, there is an adjustment where the the shot counts, even if the trex is not eating the ball, so its much less frustrating but you dont have to disable the mech

Having same problem on my pro. Not that often but often enough to be frustrating. Weird thing is that it only became an issue when I removed pf plastic protector. Removing pf protector changed angle of ramp flap a bit so maybe that is introducing more air balls. Hard to tell what the problem is because ball goes straight up ramp, goes behind backboard, but then comes straight down ramp. What looks like the same exact shot will go straight through. I don't think it's the trex. Ball would have to get some serious air to hit that.

Added a premium translight to my pro today. I like it.

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Removed the protector from under the tower so that screw won’t affect the shot and had Cliff make me a carbon fiber protector to eliminate the screws altogether.

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Great way to start a weekend. Second game of the night.

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Great idea!!! Man! I want one

Works perfect hit that shot every time

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How does it affix/attach to the playfield? This is a great idea!

Well..... Dammit.

I got it! A JP Prem! Today! It's set-up!

And it works!

thanks, Brad

The carbon fiber has an adhesive back. I let Cliff know it worked he can make more contact him @ passionforpinball.com