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Title: Jamma edge cconnector problems
Post by: g.robert on November 19, 2007, 03:44:09 pm

I want to purchase from Bob Roberts a Jamma edge card connector with pins ASAP. I have a converted (from killer instinct) area 51 site 4. It frequently re-starts sometimes sticking in a continuous shut down / re-start mode. It seems when I wiggle the Jamma edge card connector the problem goes away for a few hours to days. I believe this is due to a loss of the +5VDC at that connection. Am I on the right track?

Title: Re: Jamma edge cconnector problems
Post by: SirPeale on November 19, 2007, 04:36:52 pm

Sounds like it.  You could just tighten up the connection and clean the pins so it makes better contact.

Title: Re: Jamma edge cconnector problems
Post by: g.robert on November 20, 2007, 01:32:55 pm

Thanks, I'll give it a shot.

Title: Re: Jamma edge cconnector problems
Post by: ArcadEd on November 21, 2007, 12:14:41 am

If the cleaning doesn't work, try putting a bead of solder on the pin on the board.  This will cause the connector to go in a bit tighter and make a better connection.