The Steltronic 716005-Special Camera Cable is designed for bowling centers where the bowling balls are returned above ground through a surface return system rather than an underground ball return. This specialized cable connects directly to the Steltronic PinCam or legacy SCIBA camera while providing additional connections for optional mercury switches used to prevent false ball detection.
In a typical underground ball return installation, the ball detect sensors are positioned near the camera assembly without interference from the pinsetter. However, when a surface return tunnel is installed, the camera must be mounted on top of the tunnel, requiring the ball detect sensors to be relocated to a different position, typically behind the pinsetter rake/sweep.
When sensors are mounted behind the rake/sweep, the movement of the rake itself can unintentionally trigger the sensors. The scoring system may interpret these false triggers as additional balls being rolled, resulting in inaccurate scoring and game interruptions.
To eliminate this issue, the 716005-Special cable incorporates connections for the Steltronic Mercury Switch (Part Number 715908). When installed on the pinsetter, the mercury switch temporarily blocks sensor activity while the rake/sweep is in motion, preventing false ball detection and ensuring accurate scoring operation.
Features:
- Designed for Steltronic PinCam and SCIBA camera installations
- Supports above-ground (surface return) ball return systems
- Additional connections for mercury switch integration
- Prevents false ball detection caused by rake/sweep movement
- Improves scoring accuracy in specialized pinsetter installations
- Genuine Steltronic cable assembly for reliable operation
This cable is commonly used in bowling centers where camera placement must be relocated due to surface ball return tunnels and where sensor isolation is required to maintain proper scoring system performance.
