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Simple conversion from real arcade to mame machine with pc?

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amendonz:
They make an agp style card, going cheap on ultimarc. Or could upgrade your pc. Doesn't have to be too flash. Just make sure it has pcie

matsadona:
There is also a possibility to use software to force the standard gfx card to the lower resolutions. Please read through the specific threads regarding that. Look for Soft 15khz in the Monitor/Video section as a starter :) That could save you some money.

Note that you might also need a video amplifier (if you don't go with a J-Pac), that boosts the VGA output to the level that most arcade monitors demands.

Turnarcades:
This is a very broad question as there are so many ways to do conversions, which is why this entire site is ddicated to the discussion and info relating to the many aspects of building your own arcade cabinets and controls. There is much detail to look at with each aspect of a build so you should read up first. It's easy to list things that might work but a common problem for newcomers to this hobby is that they think you can just plug a pc in and it will magically become an all encompassing multi game wonderland. It's a lot more complex in reality and as dedicated components have become available as well as many of us old timers going through the trial and error phase, machines can now be a lot more refined and polished than the crude cobbling together we used to do, so you should aim for something suited to your needs, budget and gaming preference.

Your first stop should be the wiki, buy saints book or follow a step by step in the project announcements topic. You may find a conversion is not the best thing for your needs if you are unsure of the hardware or software headaches you may have.

mrtuesday42:
read read and read. and then read some more.

if your cabinet is in decent condition it is less work. is it a monitor or are you using a lcd/crt/computer/tv etc???

personally i used a jpac. its two connections from the pc to the arcade and you are done. works with neo geo or jamma.

if you just playing some games and not trying to be super authentic then you can use whatever controls it already has.

now this will just get you playing games. it doesnt address how it looks, how it plays, some people prefer different joysticks or buttons than other. i personally like the classic happ comp buttons but others like the puffy GGG buttons. this doesnt address lcds or lighting or coin doors or anything that really MAKES your arcade.

oh and be prepared to lose sleep, time, and money in pursuit of this little project :D

smalltownguy:

--- Quote from: mrtuesday42 on September 15, 2010, 12:10:48 pm ---oh and be prepared to lose sleep, time, and money in pursuit of this little project :D

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