Fun With Pinball
Fun With Pinball
at the
2019 Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo
Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo
Fun With Pinball will be setting up shop at the 2019 Pinball Showdown with a unique setting and format. The complete exhibit will be on display for the weekend in its own room where Showdown guests can explore all of the electromechanical devices that make some of our favorite games tick, and play the custom games built from recycled parts. Periodically over the weekend, the room will be closed while an assortment of workshops and clinics will take place in the same space.
Weekend schedule
Note that the exhibit room will be closed to general audiences during workshops and clinics. This schedule is subject to change but the latest updates will be posted outside of the exhibit room during the show.
| Saturday May 25 | Sunday May 26 | Monday May 27 | |
| 10:00 am | Open exhibit | Open exhibit | Open exhibit |
| 11:00 am | EM Pinball Topics for Beginners | Pinball Engineering Workshop | EM Tear Down & Reassemble Clinic |
| 12:00 pm | Exhibit closed | Exhibit closed | Exhibit closed |
| 1:00 pm | Open exhibit | EM Pinball Troubleshooting and Repair clinic | Open exhibit |
| 2:00 pm | Open exhibit | Open exhibit | EM Pinball Troubleshooting Techniques |
| 3:00 pm | Open exhibit | Open exhibit | Exhibit closed |
| 4:00 pm | EM Repair Tips | Understanding EM Pinball Schematics | |
| 5:00 pm | Exhibit closed | Exhibit closed | |
| Various | EM Pinball Troubleshooting and Repair clinic 1 | EM Pinball Troubleshooting and Repair clinic 1 | EM Pinball Troubleshooting and Repair clinic 1 |
1 In addition to the workshops and clinics scheduled above, private or small group EM Pinball Troubleshooting and Repair clinics will be scheduled on demand throughout the weekend.
Workshop fees
Please note that apart from the open exhibit and the Electromechanical Pinball Repair Tips seminar, the workshops and clinics all have fees that are separate from your Pinball Showdown admission. To enroll in a workshop or clinic, please use the email link at the end of each description to reserve your seat. A confirmation email will be returned if space is available. If your plans change, please use the same link to cancel your reservation. Workshops and clinics may be cancelled if the minimum number of students haven't enrolled. Payment by cash or check is due at the start of each workshop or clinic.
Workshop descriptions
Electromechanical Pinball Repair Tips
This seminar will present some of the tricks of the trade of Electromechanical pinball repair and address some of the common issues encountered while getting your game running. This is a free seminar (with your RMPS admission) in the auditorium.
Electromechanical Pinball Topics for Beginners
For those who aren't yet comfortable with Electromechanical pinball machines, we'll discuss some of the basic ideas of evaluating, buying, installing and basic troubleshooting your first games.
Duration: ~90 minutes
Class size: min: 4, max: 24
Cost: $25 Signup outside of the Larkspur room at the Showdown.
Electromechanical Pinball Engineering Workshop
Learn how many of the common devices in pinball machines work and how they're used. Working examples from the exhibit will be used to to demonstrate better how they work. You'll find a more detailed description here.
Duration: ~90 minutes
Class size: min: 4, max: 12
Cost: $25 Signup outside of the Larkspur room at the Showdown.
Electromechanical Score Reel or Step Unit Tear Down, Clean & Reassemble Clinic
This will be a guided, hands on exercise to disassemble, clean and reassemble an electromechanical score reel or step unit. Bring your own or one can be provided. Bring your hand tools an plan to get your hands dirty. A suggested tools list will be sent with your reservation confirmation.
Duration: ~90 minutes
Class size: min: 4, max: 12
Cost: $25 Signup outside of the Larkspur room at the Showdown.
Understanding Electromechanical Pinball Schematics
Understanding schematics is key to being able to diagnose issues you're having with your game. We'll discuss much of the overlooked information in game manuals and schematics and some of the typical circuits used in electromechanical pinball machines. A basic level of understanding of how electromechanical pinball machines work will help get the most out of this workshop.
Duration: ~90 minutes
Class size: min: 4, max: 24
Cost: $25 Signup outside of the Larkspur room at the Showdown.
Electromechanical Pinball Troubleshooting Techniques & Examples
Troubleshooting a game can be daunting if you can't find a way to get a handle on the problem. In this workshop, we'll discuss some techniques and tools and go through schematic examples to demonstrate ways to eliminate possibilities and zero in on the root cause of the problem.
Duration: ~90 minutes
Class size: min: 4, max: 24
Cost: $25 Signup outside of the Larkspur room at the Showdown.
Electromechanical Pinball Troubleshooting & Repair Clinic
This clinic is a chance to work individually or in small groups in an instructional setting. We'll work through the specific issues you bring to the clinic either by studying the schematics or working on a game. You can bring your own game or schematics or help us work through someone else's issues.
Duration: These clinics will be scheduled by the hour on an on demand basis.
Class size: min: 1, max: 4
Cost: $80 divided equally among the students. Signup outside of the Larkspur room at the Showdown.