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Whats the word with the xarcade parts?
GoPodular.com:
--- Quote from: Anakin on August 16, 2006, 08:58:12 pm ---I also want it for the console connectivity.
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The ipac is pretty easy to set up. A bunch of guys around here have one (or more ;)) and we could walk you right through it.
As far as having a multi-purpose controller, check out my site. I think this is the best way to go for multiple console/pc use. If you want to use adaptors, your best bet is starting with a Playstation 1 controller and go from there. It seems that this way will give you less chances of lag, but it can be a gamble. If you don't want to solder, you'll have to find a controller that's from the "A-Series" and follow spiffyshoes tutorial. All the other pads will require soldering. The A-Series pads are few and far between though.
I don't know which consoles X-Arcade supports or which ones you want to play on, but check it out to make sure you're covered if you decide that route.
AtomSmasher:
I somehow missed that you wanted console support, so the keywiz won't really help you there. If you're not sure if you'll be able to set up the IPac, issue 4 of Retro Revival has a good tutorial on seting up the I-Pac, and its free to download.
http://www.retrorevival.co.uk/site/index.php
Also, the xarcade DIY kit as the interface, but using happ joysticks and buttons with it should also work quite well for you. I don't think I've heard anything bad about controller board itself.
destructor:
X-Arcade are weakest parts from all tested by me and kowal.
divemaster127:
I have had a xarcade sold it within a month & build my own using happ, parts, some of the premade units use happ, slikstik for example, but I would not touch any of these units that are premade that do not use happ, esp. the ones using chinese parts you get what you pay for...
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davieboynj:
X-arcade buttons are fine, and come in your favorite color, as long as it's black.
X-arcade joysticks are like huffy bikes and nash skateboards. They may get you in, but once you know what you're doing you'll never buy them again.
With that said, i could see ordering the encoder if you wanted cross console support via a serial port switch.