Build Your Own Arcade Controls Forum
Main => Project Announcements => Topic started by: somunny on May 22, 2007, 08:28:06 pm
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Using the XBOX 360 controller for most retro games sucks, IMO. This unit has an Ultimarc Magstick Plus and Happ buttons in it. Here's some pics of the process:
Here's the pieces of the kit. I laminated everything with black Wilsonart.
(http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/8493/dsc00004jt4.th.jpg) (http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00004jt4.jpg)
All glue, no screw!
(http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/8104/dsc00005jg0.th.jpg) (http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00005jg0.jpg)
The unused hole is hidden beneath the laminate.
(http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/1246/dsc00006au7.th.jpg) (http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00006au7.jpg)
I glued some corner blocks in to mount the control panel deck and bottom cover to.
(http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/6016/dsc00007lb9.th.jpg) (http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00007lb9.jpg)
Here's a close up of the t-nut installation. I later Bondo'd over the top of the t-nuts.
(http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/9171/dsc00008wd2.th.jpg) (http://img79.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00008wd2.jpg)
I didn't like the idea of drilling a hole through the box for the cord, so I used a usb pass-through I had. The hacked 360 controller plugs into it on the inside of the unit and an extension plugs in on the outside.
(http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/7828/dsc00040gq9.th.jpg) (http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00040gq9.jpg)
Here's the finished project!
(http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/9026/dsc00039ei1.th.jpg) (http://img79.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00039ei1.jpg)
(http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/9393/dsc00038uh3.th.jpg) (http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00038uh3.jpg)
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god job that's pretty cool
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That looks great. How did you do the the CP top/artwork?
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i agree very cool art work
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I did the XBLA logo in photoshop and the sprites in Illustrator. Thanks for the compliments. :)
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sooooooo
wanna make me one? I need 2 sticks though, already bought smash TV ages ago on XBL
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10 out of 10 mate.
im constantly amazed at the artwork and finished products around here :cheers:
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From the other thread in consoles:
Beautiful. :cheers:
I'm a huge fan of formica myself. I like the usb pass thru very much. I wish there was a way to do that for playstation controllers...
The art is awesome. Nice and simple but colorful at the same time.
My suggestions for your (inevitable Wink) next stick:
Add a slant to the box. It's more comfortable to play with a sloped surface because of ergonomics. Most arcade machines have slanted surfaces right? ;)
For the hole you're not using, I'd cover it with a scrap from a 1 1/8" holesaw (it'll be undersized so you'll have to use some bondo). Although the formica is super strong and durable when used on a substrate, it's prone to cracking if left unsupported. It wouldn't take much to crack it where the unused hole is.
Can we have some more pics please? ;D
I'd like to see the insides and some more details of the usb pass thru port.
Fantastic job. One of the nicer single player panels I've seen. :cheers: ;D
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The MDF was a kit that I got from northerngames. I have a plan drawn up for my next box (and possibly run of boxes). It's shorter with a slant and a rectangular top. I try to keep the buttons on the deck down to a minimum so you can see more artwork.
I got a chance to test it out this weekend (as you can see by my XBLA sig ;)). I'll get some pics of the guts for you Nite.
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nice work. i really like the artwork.
now, my suggestion is to make your next one wireless. look at my avatar. also, there is a thread on the first page called "my first arcade controller(s)." there, i have links to my wired and wireless versions.
its not that much different to make a wireless one. and so much cleaner with no wires!!! you just need a 2AA battery holder from radio shack ($3). message me if you got any questions on a wireless version.
very good job and i understand the feeling of not wanting to play xbla on a regular controller. so much better with a joystick and buttons. enjoy.
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I'm considering making one for my PS3. I have PS3 and 360 but don't really play any XBLA titles. I play Tekken Online though, Super Puzzle Fighter, Virtua Tennis would work too.
How much did all the supplies cost you?
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nice work!
that usb passthrough gives it a professional touch :cheers:
Jay
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Thanks guys.
I think I have about $100 into it. The thing I like about the usb controller as opposed to a wireless on is there's no need for batteries.
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Looks good.
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he! i have seen that usb extender somewhere else ;)
nice work. i am also considering to build one for my ps3 for sf2 hd remix
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he! i have seen that usb extender somewhere else ;)
nice work. i am also considering to build one for my ps3 for sf2 hd remix
Thanks. :) This thread is a year and a half old so it's funny to see it brought up again. I have plans to make a couple of new SF themed ones, too.
I don't remember who originally posted the usb pass-throughs but I know it was on this board. I have a dozen of them waiting for projects.
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lol did not see that it was old :) because i fount the usb units by browsing the net. i thought you got the idea from my cab :)