LISY35 SMDPhotos coming soon
Bally / Stern · Linux MPU
LISY35 SMD
Bally / Stern — Linux / PinMAME
Linux / PinMAMEDiagnostics / Web UISMD
Linux/PinMAME board for Bally and Stern — great for diagnostics.
$250CADSold out
What you'll need
- MicroSD card required (ROMs not included)
Not sure what to get? Ask us and we'll send the exact part list.
Fast Switch Note: On games with spinners, lots of standup targets, or rapid switch sequences, PinMAME timing may miss inputs — this is a software emulation limitation with no current fix. LISY35 SMD is best suited for diagnostics and bench work via the LISYcontrol web interface. For daily gameplay, SternFA (hardware emulation) is the recommended choice.
Note: On spinner-heavy games, fast switch inputs may occasionally be missed. BallyFA (hardware emulation) is recommended for those titles.
- Tested before shipping
- Ships from Canada — no customs
- LISYcontrol web interface — great for diagnostics
- Recommend BallyFA for daily gameplay
- Ships in 2 - 3 Business Days · Canada only
All sales final. Boards are bench tested before shipping; make sure your machine has no shorts or wiring faults before installing. Sales policy
About this board
A Raspberry Pi Zero–based replacement MPU for Bally and Stern machines. SMD variant — most components pre-assembled by JLCPCB. You only seat the Raspberry Pi Zero, DIP ICs, and SD card. Uses PinMAME for authentic gameplay with optional LISYcontrol web interface.
- Raspberry Pi Zero based — Linux/PinMAME software emulation
- SMD pre-assembled — minimal assembly required
- LISYcontrol web interface over LAN/WLAN
- Bally and Stern compatible
Tech specs
| Type | Linux MPU Replacement |
|---|---|
| Core | Raspberry Pi Zero (ARM Cortex-A7) |
| Emulation | Software (PinMAME) — Linux OS |
| Boot time | ~30 seconds (Linux boot) |
| Form factor | Bally/Stern MPU slot |
| Connectors | Original edge connector |
| Notes | LISYcontrol web interface — Wi-Fi based control panel. SMD variant. |
Installation
Install in the Bally or Stern MPU slot. On first boot, connect to your local network and access LISYcontrol from any browser to control lamps, solenoids, and switches remotely. Ideal for bench diagnostics and field troubleshooting.
Compatible machines
Bally (1977–1985)
Black JackBlack PyramidBMXCentaurCybernautEight BallEight Ball DeluxeElektraEmbryonEvel KnievelFathomFireball ClassicFireball IIFlash GordonFreedomFrontierFuture SpaGold BallGrand SlamGroundshakerHarlem GlobetrottersHot Doggin'Kings of SteelKissLost WorldMata HariMedusaMr. & Mrs. Pac-ManMysticNight RiderParagonPlayboyPower PlayRapid FireRolling StonesSilverball ManiaSkateballSpace InvadersSpeakeasySpectrumSpy HunterStrikes and SparesSupersonicThe Six Million Dollar ManVectorVikingX's & O'sXenon
Stern MPU-100 / MPU-200
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