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Elias:
Functionality aside, what is the best-performing keyboard encoder? This would include the obvious no-ghosting/blocking/etc., and also speed and reliability during gameplay. Or do the top encoders all handle this the same way?

slycrel:

  From all the research I've done, the top 2 options I've seen are the I-PAC and the keywhiz.  AFAIK they were designed specifically for PC arcade machines, though they are certainly not limited to these options.  You shouldn't see any ghosting or blocking with these.

Elias:
I also posed this question in the chat room, and it seems the top encoders (KeyWiz, I-Pac, Hagstrom's, etc.) have no edge in performance over each other.

Gideon:
Ooh, I was just about to post the same topic.  I want to know the differences in features between I-PAC and KeyWiz.  Please enlighten my ignorant self.

Lotus:
The features that the I-PAC has but the Keywhiz doesn't are:
Keeps its programming after power off
Transparent keyboard pass-through
Shift function which doesnt need a dedicated shift button
Possibly easier to wire if you have a standard panel owing to simpler markings
USB option.
Supports panel LEDs

The features the Keywhiz has which the I-PAC doesnt are:
Cheaper
4 more inputs and a dedicated shift button input

So it depends on what features you need/don't need.






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