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Mac's Galaxy

Manufacturer: Maquinas Automaticas Computerizadas, S.A., of Madrid, Spain (1986-1987) [Trade Name: MAC S.A.]
Year: 1986
Date: March, 1986
Type: Solid State Electronic (SS)
Players: 4

About This Machine

Mac, a rare and enigmatic pinball machine from Spanish manufacturer Maquinas Automaticas Computerizadas (MAC S.A.), is a hidden gem for collectors and historians. Produced in March 1986, it is a solid-state (SS) electronic machine built around the MAC System IV MPU. Mac's significance lies not only in its origin from a little-known Spanish manufacturer but also in its rarity - little information exists on this machine outside of its basic specs.

Gameplay-wise, Mac features a straightforward yet challenging layout with two flippers and three pop bumpers. A 4-bank of drop targets requires precise aiming to clear, and a captive ball adds an element of unpredictability to gameplay. Notably, the entire machine is controlled by a single postcard-sized circuit board.

Unfortunately, no information is available on the design, art, or theme of Mac, leaving more questions than answers about this mysterious machine. Its trade name, MAC S.A., hints at the company's ambitions in Spain's pinball market. While details are scarce, Mac remains a unique and intriguing specimen for pinball enthusiasts seeking to uncover the secrets of lesser-known European manufacturers.

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Technical Details

MPU:
MAC System IV
Notable Features:
Flippers (2), Pop bumpers (3), 4-bank drop targets (1), Captive ball (1). Single postcard-sized circuit board.

Credits

ROM Files

Documentation

  • Service Manual For MAC Pinball System IV (1987, Spanish, one CPU schematic)
    4 MB
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  • Technical Information for Multi Game System IV (1994, Spanish, with schematics)
    2 MB
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