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Title: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: GumbyFromLumby on May 12, 2016, 07:30:06 pm
I would like to build a similar controller box to the one in the pictures. I live in Canada. I'm looking for the best place online to buy all the pieces except the Pandora's Box. Maybe if someone can post me a list of what I need to buy. Allso wondering if it is possible to change the VGA plug in to a HDMI plug in. Any help or suggestions would be great. I am a real rookie so this will be my first attempt at something like this. Thanks
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: Slippyblade on May 12, 2016, 08:25:38 pm
You'd need a separate converter for the VGA to HDMI, I think they are about $30 off Amazon.
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: thomas_surles on May 12, 2016, 09:14:18 pm
don't make the same joystick placement mistake.  :laugh2:
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: PL1 on May 12, 2016, 10:05:56 pm
don't make the same joystick placement mistake.  :laugh2:
Very true.

Friends warn friends about possible crotch-sticks, Joynicorns (http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,129794.msg1327821.html#msg1327821), and face-covering buttons.   ;D

(http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=149243.0;attach=343272;image)

(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j227/corydrippon/GEDC0561_zps03edbf93.jpg)


Scott
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: GumbyFromLumby on May 12, 2016, 11:37:33 pm
Can anyone tell me what the blue button is for? I tried zooming in but can't read what it says.
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: ed12 on May 12, 2016, 11:58:12 pm
u are olny concered about the "blue button" ? wtf is wrong with u ?
see where the dick err stick is ?

ed
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: PL1 on May 13, 2016, 01:00:09 am
Can anyone tell me what the blue button is for? I tried zooming in but can't read what it says.
Coin.

The pink buttons are P1 and P2 Start.

You may want to check out the FAQ here (http://newwiki.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?title=FAQ#Number_of_admin_buttons) for more info about admin buttons.


Scott
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: GumbyFromLumby on May 13, 2016, 12:48:18 pm
u are olny concered about the "blue button" ? wtf is wrong with u ?
see where the dick err stick is ?

ed

I wont be using the same graphics.
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: GumbyFromLumby on May 13, 2016, 01:00:53 pm
Can anyone tell me what the blue button is for? I tried zooming in but can't read what it says.
Coin.

The pink buttons are P1 and P2 Start.

You may want to check out the FAQ here (http://newwiki.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?title=FAQ#Number_of_admin_buttons) for more info about admin buttons.


Scott

Thanks for the link. Was a excellent read and will help me out big time.
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: GumbyFromLumby on May 13, 2016, 02:08:19 pm
So I put together a list of parts i need to buy except the wood for the panel. Please help me if I am missing anything or if I messed up. Thanks.

12 - Standard Buttons
1 - Player 1 Button
1 - Player 2 Button
1 - Coin Button
2 - Joysticks Long Shaft (2/4/8 way)
1 - Arcade Power Supply
1 - Speaker with Grill
1 - Pandora's Box 4
1 - Jamma Harness
1 - Cam Lock
1 - Switch Socket
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: ed12 on May 13, 2016, 02:11:21 pm
thk-u for clearing that up.:)
u did have me confused

ed
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: Slippyblade on May 13, 2016, 02:59:44 pm
I'd not bother with the Pandora's box 4.  I have a PB3, and the only difference is a handful of extra games.  Save the cash and get a PB3 unless one of the few added games is a must have for you.
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: GumbyFromLumby on May 13, 2016, 04:32:58 pm
I'd not bother with the Pandora's box 4.  I have a PB3, and the only difference is a handful of extra games.  Save the cash and get a PB3 unless one of the few added games is a must have for you.

Thank you. Like I said I am new to all this and I appreciate the help. Could you tell me if my list looks ok before I go and order my parts?
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: Slippyblade on May 13, 2016, 05:01:59 pm
Yeah, it looks fine.  Keep in mind though that a lot of JAMMA harnesses don't have the wires for buttons 4, 5, 6.  Make sure the one you order is fully stuffed.  You also may just want to grab a kit.  I just bought this one from Twisted Quarter.  Great communication, fast shipping.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/HAPP-COMPETITION-8-WAY-JOYSTICKS-14-BUTTONS-COMBO-GREAT-FOR-MAME-FIGHTING-/361154720112?hash=item54167fb170:g:12kAAOxyXp5SO2wE (http://www.ebay.com/itm/HAPP-COMPETITION-8-WAY-JOYSTICKS-14-BUTTONS-COMBO-GREAT-FOR-MAME-FIGHTING-/361154720112?hash=item54167fb170:g:12kAAOxyXp5SO2wE)

You can choose button and stick colors.
Title: Re: Need help building Arcade Controller BOX
Post by: infringer on May 14, 2016, 08:59:56 pm
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