Hey thanks! I will try that. I have had the headboard open though with my very limited knowledge of the kinds of electronics that it runs on, didn't want to poke around too much.
The 3 batteries (that are mounted remotely off of the back circuit board) haven't been replaced. Ever. They're not in a neat housing; they're kind of soldered together. Wondered if that had anything to do with it though someone told me they simply maintain supply so that high-scores, etc don't wipe if the machine is unplugged.