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| zelony:
I have been reading through a lot of the posts about Lightguns recently and had an idea. I currently have a ActLabs Dual GS setup that only works with 98/ME and a set of LCD Topguns. I love the look of the ActLabs guns, but since I upgraded to a Athlon64 X2 4200+ for my MAME cabinet, running Windows98 isn't on the menu. So that leaves me with the just the LCD Topguns. That would be OK, except I don't like how far back I have to stand with them. Plus I don't like the look of them. So, I was reading about the Guncon2 options. I am using a 36" SVGA PC monitor in my showcase cabinet, so I would need to use some kind of converter to make it work. That is when it occured to me, maybe I can cheat. My video card can output direct to TV via S-video, Composite or Component. So why not use the composite out to drive the Guncon2 guns? If I set the Monitor to 640X480 and cloned it to the TV out, it should send the same signal to both. I haven't tried it yet, since I have been too busy working. (Last time I fire an employee without having a replacement lined up :angry:) Just thought I would throw the idea out there for everyone to bask in its glory or tear it apart. Jeff |
| zelony:
Update: I have my new computer for my MAME cabinet ready to go. I am using a Radeon 9600SE with the S-Video to composite adapter. I have it set to clone the primary display on the TV out. I have tested it and it works fine. I am going to swing by the used gaming store here in Des Moines and pick up a Guncon2 gun. I plan to test my theory tomorrow, since I have to work until 2 AM again. :angry: (Worst part of owning a business is the employees.) I will let everyone know how it works as soon as I can. Even if I fail miserably. ;D No big loss if I do, since I can use the gun on the PS2. Later, Jeff |
| wp34:
Jeff, You mention you have a 36" showcase cabinet. Any chance you built it with a Gateway Destination monitor? I am getting ready to start on mine and am struggling a little with how to design a cab for a monitor that big. I am from Des Moines as well. Tim |
| zelony:
Tim, Yes, it is a Gateway Destination. However, I did not build the cabinet. I purchased a NFL Blitz '99 Showcase cabinet in almost new condition and converted it. Like the one pictured here. http://www.klov.com/game_detail.php?game_id=8819 I am using the 49 Way joysticks and love them. So quiet and smooth. I would have used the Monitor that came with the cabinet, however at the time there was no easy way to output 25 KHz from my video card. So I bought the Destination. Now I can use Soft 15KHz to output 25KHz from the computer to the Arcade Monitor. Figures. Now I have a spare 36" monitor taking up space in my office. hehe |
| zelony:
I was unable to find a Guncon2 controller locally, so I had to buy one online. I will let you know if it works when I get to it. I am unfortunately still working a ton of extra hours since I am down a couple of employees... Anyone want to buy a PC Gaming Center and Internet Cafe in West Des Moines, IA?? :cry: |
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