On one score display the bottom segment (segment d) of the digits is missing, and the fault moves with the display when displays are swapped.
Gottlieb System 80: bottom segment missing on one display that follows it: replace Z1
Cause: If the problem follows the display, the fault is on that display's own board; here the Z1 driver chip that drives segment d (pin 15) had failed.
Checks
- Swap the display with another to confirm the fault follows it.
- Reflow any cracked joints on the display board connector first.
- Check Z1 pin 15 and the segment d trace.
Fix
- Replace Z1 on the affected display.
The displays run on high voltage; unplug the game and let it discharge before handling them.
Systems
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