Interface card replacement for Minipac?

[jlfreund]

I've had bad luck with MiniPac and wanted to try something else.  My latest problem was with one key (for joystick) not emitting an auto-repeat.  I tried to fiddle with the WinIPac firmware utility program, and got into a state where my board is no longer recognized.

My current arcade is 2P with 22 buttons + 2 joysticks = 30 keys + Happ 3" trackball, all controlled from the MiniPac.

I really like the fact that MiniPac offers a wiring harness for all your keys, and it's very small.  Can anyone recommend alternatives for Minipac that can handle my 30 keys (no need for LED lighting)?

[jlfreund]

In particular, has anyone tried or heard about the Sky-Q4T Encoder Board?

https://december.tistory.com/1460

I'm a little suspicious there are many no-name companies re-branding this part, and none of them have any user reviews.  But other than that, it looks like exactly what I want.

https://www.amazon.com/Yoidesu-Encoder-Generic-Controller-Joystick/dp/B07TYHW4RR/ref=sr_1_31?keywords=usb+encoder+board&qid=1566786742&s=electronics&sr=1-31

https://www.amazon.com/Lazmin-Joystick-Circuit-Encoder-Mainboard/dp/B07TJTGDMM/ref=sr_1_34?keywords=usb+encoder+board&qid=1566786742&s=electronics&sr=1-34

https://www.amazon.com/Circuit-Encoder-Joystick-Arcade-Support/dp/B07TMQ8VV2/ref=sr_1_51?keywords=usb+encoder+board&qid=1566786766&s=electronics&sr=1-51

[Titchgamer]

I have never had any trouble with a mini pac.

They are great little boards but if you are having problems have you tried contacting Andy at Ultimarc for advice?

[AndyWarne]

Echo the above.

I can help with this but not sure wat you mean by "auto repeat" exactly.

Drop me an email: andy@ultimarc.com