Description:
The Super Neo 29
Candy was SNK's last iteration of Candy Cabs. There were a lot of
changes from the Neo 29. All the sharp corners have given way to
smooth contours. In my opinion, it is the most aesthetically pleasing
of the SNK Candies. Brightly colored shapes with smooth gradients and
corners make up the artwork and color scheme. The marquee is large
with a unique shape and speakers directly below it.
Unfortunately, in this case good looks mean a sacrifice in function.
For one, the bezel and its frame are screwed directly onto the
cabinet, whereas in most candies, the bezel swings up. Also monitor
rotation is possible, but is quite a chore. You must remove the bezel
and its frame, completely remove the monitor, and reinstall it
rotated. The bezel rotates with the monitor and is secured to the
bezel frame.
The Super Neo 29's construction is made up of a combination of plastic
and metal. The control panel top, bezel, bezel frame, and marquee are
all plastic, while the actual shell and bottom of the control panel
are metal. This combination allows for stability and mobility.
Just like the Neo 29, the placement of the power supply is right
behind the coin door which has power on/off, degauss, test switch, and
voltage adjustment.
The monitor in this model is usually a dual-sync Hitachi, it has an
amazingly bright and clear picture. A remote adjustment board is
mounted on the inside of the control panel, which swings up and is
locked in place by two cam locks which can be accessed from the bottom
of the control panel.
This is a great cabinet, it looks and runs great, just suffers from a
couple inconveniences. I endorse it, but I would not recommended it if
you are going to be rotating the monitor often.
-Travis B. (TravistyOJ)
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