They are in production and right now orders are about 4 weeks out so if that gives you any idea. I know you excited to get them and can't blame you. Just recently I have picked up a few games and couldn't even wait to get them in my own machine. As to not take from production I used ones that I pulled out during QC for me to use. They were ones that I considered 2nd's quality, even though they would seem fine for most I am just extra particular with what I let leave out of the Pin Stadium factory if that makes sense.

I will email everyone tracking information when they go to ship, and they were being process in the order received. Thanks again for everyone's tremendous support (and then some) on this product. Thank you all for being patient and Pin Stadiums are leaving rapidly out every day! Orders have tripled in the last 2 months so though it seems it's been about the same time frame, production is increasing greatly if that makes sense

Scott
Pin Stadium
www.pinstadium.com

The lights will still power On/Off so all will be normal but technically the wifi signal will be broadcasting which is no biggie.

Hey glad you love them and thanks enthusiasm for the Pin Stadiums. I have to agree ColorDMD is awesome! I think they agree too because they are a customer of Pin Stadiums and vice-versa. Good combination and I have their product on almost all of my machines. The only reason I don't have it on the others is just because they just came out with them and I need to place an order!

There was a way to do this during the initial design/testing process however the reason why it was decided not to be implemented was that after numerous reiterations and prototypes, these disconnect points (from the Pin Stadium PCB module through the wiring to the LED light bars} created weak points in the system. As a result the extra expense of a Bally/Williams quality ribbon cable was added between these two connection points to allow a sturdy construction and rugged long term reliability. It also made the "memory" ribbon cable length feature possible in order to retain the proper distance to the mounting glass slide in point through the cable clamp retention system.

When raising and lowering the playfield you can simply rest them under a plastic, ramp, or habitrail to secure them. Each game will be different, but you will find a specific location that works best. Most of the time the return habitrail or ramp holes above the inlanes work really well.

They generate their own WiFi so any Android or iPhone/iPad would work. And if you want I could set it up personally for your particular machine before it ships if that would help.

Josh is correct you can secure them on the initial setup and be good to go.

Also I meant to mention that a lot of operators are getting these for their routes as they increase visibility dramatically and they draw people in. When I designed them I have to admit I did not think about how beneficial they would be for operators trying to increase the plays on their games, but it makes sense and from the looks of the sales of them to these for this purpose I have to say it's a great idea.

Don't know what to get for the holidays or for that special collector you know?

There have been a lot of requests for Pin Stadium gift certificates for the holidays. This gift card gives you the ability to get the ultimate Pin Stadium set up (GI module with UV+Glow) for the pinball machine of your choice. Upon completing the purchase we will email you your gift card certificate that you can print and give to that special someone or yourself. Happy Holidays!

Here is the link to purchase:
https://pinstadium.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=55

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Thanks you! By the way your light up legs looked really cool on that Dialed In CE that was posted up a few threads back. Good work!

Initially I thought the same, but having the disconnects is a lot more work to do than just laying them down and placing them, aside from the stress on the wiring harness. Also there is no need unless you were doing a playfield swap, and even then you can rest them down inside of the cabinet too.

I did fail to mention that removing the entire Pin Stadium only requires 3 quick disconnects if you wanted to transfer it to another game or lift it out for any reason, so it is that easy if you would like but the other method is much more simple. I hope that makes sense, it's hard to explain until you have them in your hands. The best thing to do is try one set and then I feel it will be clearer the advantage of this design. That's what each of the operators did initially, although some did order in volume from the get go too since they had seen them in person at Expo.

They key to getting them to stay is to find the sweet spot on each machine and tucking them firmly under the rail or plastic, however in your case it sounds like the best thing for you would be to use the 3 disconnects (they unplug and plug in) at the base of the unit and that will let you remove them in under just a few seconds. I have not documented this since most use the other method. However based upon what you explained then this would be perfect for you as it was designed for this also. Thank you for the input as this may help others also!

Well something incredible has just happened, and it's thanks to you guys that have believed in the product and experienced it first hand. The 500th Pin Stadium was just sold and the last few weeks have been record breaking. Special thanks to all of our loyal customers who have supported us and the following:

Trent from Tilt Amusements (would not have happened if it wasn't for him, period! He was the first to allow this to be displayed in his machines at the shows)
Zach and Greg SDTM ZMeny
Nick and Kevin from Buffalo Pinball KevInBuffalo
Rudy Soup rudysoup
TWIP pin2d
The Canadian Arcade JoshODBrown
and more!!!!!!!

Some interesting facts: 67% of the Pin Stadiums ordered were re-orders from existing customers, and the top order for a single customer is 28! (there were many with a close 2nd) and you all know who you are. Can't thank you enough. Now back to work!

Scott
Pin Stadium
www.pinstadium.com

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Thank you so much!!! It’s been a blast for sure.

I don’t know as I only have time to check in here on this topic. Just focusing on what’s important. That’s all you can do!

Thank you!!! I appreciate that.

Yes you are the first to post and install them on this Gottlieb system. Your pics are excellent and wow did this really bring this game out!! I have never played one before and seeing it like this is intriguing. Looking forward to the install videos. Please post them up here if you have time. Thank you for your orders!

Here are some compilation pics of Monster Bash with the Pin Stadiums installed (GI module and with UV+Glow). Someone had just asked about this machine so I figured I would post this here too.

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Important note on the Monster Bash when the Pin Stadiums were installed, I was able to pull out out 7-8 LED spotlights that I had installed in an attempt to increase the illumination. By themselves they still were inadequate, but better than factory however the big issue was were the spotlights weren't shining. It was very dark in those areas and created a lot of contrast to the point where the ball got lost at times in those various areas.

I spent a few hours installing the spotlights a couple years back and mounting them, versus about 15 minutes putting the Pin Stadiums in. Once installed you could not see the spotlights lighting benefit any longer and the playfield was then evenly lighted, so I pulled them all out where I could easily or pulled the bulbs out(those kept falling out) on ones that were more difficult to remove.

The best location for the UV+Glow was to trigger it from the Frankenstein flasher, very cool effect. Some may have seen this video, but since I have had a few requests I thought it best to repost it here:

Yes that would be you! You have many close on your heels, but you are leading the pack for the moment.

Thank you for being an amazing customer and also being an early supporter of the product! That will never be forgotten either.

Scott
Pin Stadium
www.pinstadium.com

Glad you are liking it and it looks super cool. I have not seen it on this machine yet. Thanks for posting this up for all to see.

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There is a special section to vote for your favorite mod too. If you like Pin Stadium I would be very grateful for you to vote for this in that category. It means that more people will hear about the product and get a chance to see and hear about what Pin Stadiums can do for their pinball should we win. You the customer are what fuels the success of Pin Stadium. It’s how it all got started and continues to thrive. Thank you!!

Scott
Pin Stadium
www.pinstadium.com

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Thanks you for posting this up and I am sure that in person it looks even better! It's so hard to truly capture these moments and the results that you see if when they are installed. This is the first I have seen them on GNR, how cool!!

What is even cooler than all of this, volkdrive is the first Pinsiders to place an order from this Pin Stadium Announcement post in the Pre-Order days. You sir are the one of the ones that started it all on here and that really says a lot. You saw the vision early and you had faith that it would come to fruition. Wow, thank you for this and it will never be forgotten. If it was not for customers such as yourself, many others would not have been able to experience the Pin Stadiums on their machine. Also, I see that you just placed another order for even more of them, thank you!!!

Scott
Pin Stadium
www.pinstadium.com

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