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Title: So I'm finally getting my project underway, the only thing is...
Post by: thedyingmatt on January 24, 2005, 03:16:53 pm

Title: Re: So I'm finally getting my project underway, the only thing is...
Post by: krick on January 24, 2005, 03:26:49 pm

Are you planning on using a TV, arcade monitor, or PC monitor?

If you're planning on using an arcade monitor, I'd look for a cab with at least a 25" horizontal monitor in it.

If you are considering a 2 or 4 player control panel with a lot of controls, you should probably look for a machine with a large, detachable control panel.

You might want a JAMMA harness if you're thinking of ever using the cabinet with real JAMMA arcade boards.

See this recent thread for some discussion on what makes a good MAME cabinet...

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,30888.0.html


For reference, I got this complete working arcade machine for $250 at an auction...

http://mame.3feetunder.com

Title: Re: So I'm finally getting my project underway, the only thing is...
Post by: thedyingmatt on January 24, 2005, 05:21:27 pm

I was just going to go with the easiest setup for my first time, so I was going along with the computer monitor setup.

As far as all the controls go, I was thinking of just the standard six button "street fighter" style setup.

I'm going to go pick up Project Arcade right now, I'll just read through there and make a better decision based on my ideas.

thanks for all the help!

Matthew