Below are the instructions on how to operate the Spike 2 advanced control box running software revision 1.5. Note this version is only compatible with control boxes R1.4 and above.
Buttons
Your control box contains 3 main buttons.
- BACK
- DOWN
- UP
- ENTER
We will reference these buttons in the instructions below.
Note: When operating the buttons please keep your hands away from any HIGH VOLTAGE areas of your Stern Spike pinball back-box. Even if the coin door is open a shock could occur!
SELECT FUNCTION
Press any button to wake the screen.
If you are still on the welcome screen, press enter to show the menu.
Use the up and down keys to select the function name you wish to edit. Press enter to select the function.
| Order | Function Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Select Pattern |
| 2 | Select Color Pallet |
| 3 | Select Speed |
| 4 | Select Brightness |
| 5 | Toggle Sound Activated |
Once you have selected a function, you will then be able to modify the function by using the up and down keys. The below section will indicated what you can modify using the up and down selectors.
Pattern
Use the up and down keys to select a pattern of LED lights:
| Order | Pattern Name | Description | Pallets | Sound | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fire | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 2 | Fire Synchronized | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 3 | Fire Full Frame | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 4 | Fire Full Frame Synchronized | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 5 | Fire with Stars | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 5 | Rainbow w/Glitter | No | Yes | No | |
| 6 | Confetti | No | No | No | |
| 7 | Sinelon | No | No | Yes | |
| 8 | Juggle | No | No | No | |
| 9 | BPM | No | No | Yes | |
| 10 | Rotating Rainbow | No | No | No |
Color Pallet
Use the up and down keys to rotate between different color pallets if enabled for the mode.
Speed
Use the up and down keys to change the speed of the mode. You can adjust the speed from 1 to 10.
Brightness
Use the up and down keys to adjust the brightness of the lights. You can adjust the brightness From 25 to 250.
Sound Activated
You can toggle sound activation on / off by pressing either the up or down keys. The frames will light up to indicate the status of the mode:
| Status |
|---|
| Sound Activation ON |
| Sound Activation OFF |
Note not all modes are impacted by sound activation currently.
FAQ
You will need to set the speed to increase the speed of the design updates. We recommend a speed of 9 or 10 for the fire patterns.
Currently the under-cabinet lights will match the same design as the speaker patterns.
Shhh… nothing yet, but we will be sure to let you know when it is available.