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Build an OND designed cab 'Metropolis'
ppv:
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--- Quote from: marvin_rock on December 05, 2013, 09:23:43 am ---First post here - I've got *most* of OND's posts summed up into a printable .pdf - almost like a super huge page-by-page guide, cutting out all the forum talk, and any artwork stuff. Just waiting on permission from him to post it. With that said, is there a recommended site to upload files for the forums?
I finally said "F*** IT" I'm building this thing. But I have zero woodworking experience or tools, so I'm giving the plans to a buddy of mine so we can work it. Next holiday weekend, cabinet here I come.
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Already did it a couple of post back... 8)
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D@MN IT! How did I miss that, would have saved me about 3 hours last night. Of course I think mine is a little bit prettier, but heck, the work is all there.
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I was striving for "Functional"! :D
marvin_rock:
Does anyone know if anything like this exists for a pedestal style cabinet? Specifically the blueprints? I've searched google and the forums and not a lot of luck. I'd LOVE to duplicate this one - http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=117320.0
Ond:
Here is a variation on the CP layout that marvin_rock asked for. The downloadable Visio file can be printed out 1:1 on an A3 printer as is (it will span several sheets), or can be adjusted in Visio to print on other paper sizes. Folks can PM me if they have trouble setting this. It uses the slagcoin layout . Note also, I have set this CP layout to use 30mm holes suitable for Japanese style buttons such as Sanwa.
Ond:
Artwork for both left and right cabinet sides is now complete! In total there is art for:
left and right side panel
Bezel
CP & Front panel
Marquee
The hi-res images should print up nicely, here's a closer look at the detail.
*Note, if it's not to your taste that's fine, I drew it up to please moi :P
Palen:
Hi all,
Haven't been on the forum for a while, but this Christmas I finally had the time to think about the artwork. The almost finished cabinet had been standing in the corner collecting dust for a while. I found a very good printing service near rotterdam. The artwork really transforms the cabinet (worth it every penny).
Some info on my build:
- Design by OND (modified by me:)) I basically cut it in half and left open the space under the controlpanel for a keyboard and mouse.
- Building material: MDF + Pinewood (pine turned out a bit soft, might go for something a bit more heavy the next time).
- Paint: Rolled on a waterbased primer (2 layers, an extra layer on the MDF edges though) and finish (2 layers). Also works fine for the aluminum parts (as long as the primer is made for it).
- Bezel: 3mm Plexiglass painted black (with the same waterbased finish) on the backside (after sanding with scotchbright)
- Artwork: Adhesive vinyl + laminate (satin/matte) for the sides. Adhesive vinyl + floorgraphic laminate for the controlpanel. Floorgraphic is a more sturdy laminate that protects the artwork from buttonbashing / filty hands and cleaning :)
- Marquee: Lambda print on duratrans (that's an opaque translucent type of photofilm) bonded on 3mm PETG (some sort plexi i guess). Marquee retainers are custom bend aluminum strips, held in place by 10 tiny screws.
- Screen: 24" DELL with a really awesome viewing-angle. Really hard to spot any color difference when you move around.
- Audio: 2 x 5'' 2-way speakers (30-50 watt carspeakers) + and a Dynavox mini amplifier 2x25 watt
- Lights: 2 x 0.5 meter bright white LED strip (120 LED's total) for the marquee and 0.5 meter of green LED strip under the controlpanel lighting the keyboard and mouse.
- Control Panel: Ilsa pushbuttons, Sanwa Joysticks, Trackball and Mini PAC controller card by Ultimarc.
Special thanks to OND and anyone else in the forums who helped me build this cabinet :) Possibly we'll get mentioned on the PopCap / Plants vs Zombies facebookpage. I send them some pictures to thank them for the hi-res artwork they provided.
Here's some pictures of the finished cabinet. For pictures of the full build see my photobucket gallery http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/tsluijter/slideshow/