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Title: Got an I-PAC2 and an original arcade joystick. Now I need to merge them.
Post by: Suikodan on August 31, 2010, 07:49:02 pm

Hi,

I just receive the I-PAC2 module that I just ordered (super fast shipping, thanks) and I want to connect my SF2 CE arcade joystick to it.

(http://i845.photobucket.com/albums/ab12/suikodan/a8e6eccf.jpg?t=1283298219)

If you look at the picture, you'll probably recognize the connectors. The one coming from the buttons and the one going to the "JAMMA" black connector.

Of course, I know that I would take all the cables one by one and connect it to the I-PAC2 but I want to know where to start:
1- Do I cut the cables from the black connector or I can pull them?
2- If I cut them, must I expose the "cable" for it to touch the I-PAC2 connector or it'll work with the plastic over it?

Thanks

Title: Re: Got an I-PAC2 and an original arcade joystick. Now I need to merge them.
Post by: Ed_McCarron on August 31, 2010, 08:47:22 pm

Quote from: Suikodan on August 31, 2010, 07:49:02 pm

1- Do I cut the cables from the black connector or I can pull them?
2- If I cut them, must I expose the "cable" for it to touch the I-PAC2 connector or it'll work with the plastic over it?

1.  If you don't plan on reusing the JAMMA connector, cut them.
2.  Yes.  You'll need to strip the insulation off before inserting into the screw connector on the IPAC.

Title: Re: Got an I-PAC2 and an original arcade joystick. Now I need to merge them.
Post by: Suikodan on August 31, 2010, 10:47:26 pm

Thanks for the info.

I have a coin slot and I found out that it has a GND wire. Can I cross it with my 1P GND wire and connect them together in the I-PAC2?

Other than that, my two joysticks are working! I'm happy  :D