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GP-Wiz MAX 32-input USB VS. I-PAC 2 Interface
StinkyPinky:
I am attempting to construct my first MAME cabinet, and have come to a decision that may need some assistance. For my control panel, I have narrowed my choice of interfaces to two. The I-Pac 2 ( http://www.ultimarc.com ) and the GP-Wiz MAX 32-input USB ( http://www.groovygamegear.com ). Am I on the right track with these interfaces, or do I need to go in a completely different direction? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Cheers!
Shape D.:
my personal preference would be to go with the Ipac. connecting wires to it is just easier.
tetsujin:
--- Quote from: Shape D. on February 25, 2005, 01:36:17 pm ---my personal preference would be to go with the Ipac. connecting wires to it is just easier.
--- End quote ---
How's that? They both have screw-terminals.
The real question is how you feel about USB "joystick" input vs. keyboard input. I think as long as your software supports USB game controls it's mostly a matter of taste. (On that basis I'd go with the USB joystick encoder any day.)
NoOne=NBA=:
Out of curiousity, why did you rule out the KeyWiz?
If you are planning to run MAME exclusively, it won't really make a difference which route you go.
If you are planning to run OTHER software, make sure they ALL support CONFIGURABLE joystick input if you plan to get the GP-Wiz, or that they all support keyboard input if you get the I-pac or KeyWiz.
You don't want to get caught short with a program that doesn't support the encoder you choose.
Grasshopper:
Advantages of GP-Wiz:
* Lower price
* 4 extra inputs
Advantages of I-Pac:
* supports USB and ps/2 so you can hedge your bets if you're not sure which will be best for you. This is the most significant difference IMHO.
* Programmable keyset, and keeps settings when switched off.
There are other minor differences but the ones listed above are the ones that I think are important.
Personally I'd buy an Ipac.
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