Rablack97, your pants have been warned! >:D
Battery powered? Should be. Looking hawt in the sketch phase.
165x4=660Watt Hours = Avergage of 3.4375 AMP hrs at 12v
So I'd need a 3.5 AH (35,000 mah) battery to do this?????
17" laptop, incorporate the laptop battery?
:applaud:
Looks really good so far. Love the art, any chance you sharing it? I was thinking of doing a mini cocktail arcade but this design is more appealing.
:cheers:
Cool design, especially the sides!
I have a bunch of LCD monitors that are not in use anymore, but they wash out at that kind of angle. What did you specifically look for when looking for a monitor?
Coming along nicely. Do you think you will finish this side of Christmas?
Great work so far Griff,
just wondering how heavy this is gonna be? What's it like 25lbs? Hopefully I'll start on one but with 1/2 inch MDF.
:cheers:
This build is looking better and better. I really love the design and the way you take your time to get the details right!
Got any plans for it? ;D
This is looking real good.
Looking good, Joel. :cheers:
Two questions:
1. Got a link for those SMD LEDs?
2. How far do you plan on wrapping the t-molding around the "fingers" on the CP?
Seems like it would be hard to seat it properly in the narrow cutout area.
Looking great! I like the speaker grills also. I can't help but think this is just "table legs away" from a cocktail cabinet. How well does the size of your tabletop lend itself to that application? Is this unit to small to add tables to?
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Clicked the linky-thing in your sig. I might build one of these! Wonder if I could use a 19" monitor that I have in the garage with a couple stuck pixels.
AJ
Griffin...in case I missed it, what types of games will run on this besides Ms. PacMan? Are you doing a board, or a PC?
I just showed it to the better half and she wants one to bring to parties. GAME ON!!!
Just gotta kill off the "Fist Full of Quarters" build first. DIE BUILD DIE!! :afro:
AJ
Griffin...in case I missed it, what types of games will run on this besides Ms. PacMan? Are you doing a board, or a PC?
I just showed it to the better half and she wants one to bring to parties. GAME ON!!!
Just gotta kill off the "Fist Full of Quarters" build first. DIE BUILD DIE!! :afro:
AJ
Yeah stop slacking death is imminent. I'm using a board in this set to 4-way only
Where do you get such a thing and are they cheaper than an old PC?
AJ
looks really good! are you going to cover it with plexi? how do you plan on holding it down?
Aluminum J-channel around the perimeter with 45 degree cuts and use the CP back to capture it when it slides in?
AJ
That would work, but I do want the plexi to cover the tops of the CPs too as the bezel will fill the entire of that top horizontal area.
Damn you Scott, you just made me spend more money :angry:!!!
Adding one of these to my tooll collection...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0095ZGN8Y/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0095ZGN8Y/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00)
Going to go for it and try and do a full single acrylic piece to wrap over the cp's and screen, go big or go home right? :dizzy:
Always practice on scrap. This applies to most things.
Damn you Scott, you just made me spend more money :angry:!!!
What about rare-earth magnets? Glue a few on the underside of plexi, then some place on some wood supports......
Should allow it to snap into place and be removed without too much force.
What about rare-earth magnets? Glue a few on the underside of plexi, then some place on some wood supports......
Should allow it to snap into place and be removed without too much force.
Not a bad idea, but you would see the magnets glued to the plexi. I still wish i had a good way of sticking my bezel to the back of the plexi then I could put the magnets under that. back when I used to work in a sign making company years ago, we would print in reverse on clear vinyl and then stick that to the back of clear acrylic or glass, it would look great. I haven't been able to find aplace that prints like that anywhere (yet). I asked Scott at GoG if they do it but they can't
I still wish i had a good way of sticking my bezel to the back of the plexi then I could put the magnets under that. back when I used to work in a sign making company years ago, we would print in reverse on clear vinyl and then stick that to the back of clear acrylic or glass, it would look great. I haven't been able to find aplace that prints like that anywhere (yet).
HOLY TITS! :applaud:Thanks!!!
I love it
Holy crap! Thanks what I call "monk's work" :dizzy:
Looks amazing!
But Wait!!!!!
There's more......
I'm totally digging this build. Excellent job so far. The style of the "cabinet" is very nice. Keep it up! :cheers:
I'm totally digging this build. Excellent job so far. The style of the "cabinet" is very nice. Keep it up! :cheers:
...I wanted to build something for the kids to play on...
Yeah, I've been working on my ICE board for the KADE project....Learning how IC's work....you have any expertise in that area?
Too cool....you're becoming a natural at this.....
hmmm, i'm seeing the CP flipped to the side, 2plyr side by side.....counter top model.......
Final bit for today, wired up the power socket to a multi-plug strip. Tried to photograph the wiring as a reference for anyone else using one of these sockets (don't forget they don't come with the 10A fuse installed, you have to put one in yourself.)
(http://www.kinemote.net/lmpm/lmpm054.jpg)
That's it for me for today, now I'm off to take my honey to L.A. to see Stevie Wonder and friends in concert, should be a great night.
First time poster I saw this project and fell in love! I want to build this for my wife. Just wondering when you got the line art for the wood panels printed did you just get it printed at a 1:1 scale as I dont see any measurements on it.
Thanks!
byrneaar
If this is the case, could you point me to the size and style that you used? Thanks!
If this is the case, could you point me to the size and style that you used? Thanks!
You know I have no idea what the actual size is, they are....erm....the blue ones :-\
Red ones are usually .187" where the blues are usually 1/4" or .250. Red ones are used on most traditional arcade switches, blues are pretty universal.
AJ
Yeah go to your local home depot......they will have red ones and blue ones...
The reds are used for switches, the blues are for thicker gauge wire(electrical)....I vouch for those terminals he's using, they are great....
If you live near a fry's, they sometimes sell them in bulk....
GGG sells them in packs of 50 for 4 bux. You won't touch that at HD. I only buy there if I'm in a pinch.
AJ
First time poster I saw this project and fell in love! I want to build this for my wife. Just wondering when you got the line art for the wood panels printed did you just get it printed at a 1:1 scale as I dont see any measurements on it.
Thanks!
byrneaar
Hi & Welcome!! Yes the line art is to scale in the zip files, so all you have to do is paste it onto your wood and cut the lines.
Small update this morning, plumbing in all the electronicalsiz and fitting brackets for assembly
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Question: Does the edge of the joystick hole become exposed when actuating the joystick? It looks awfully close to the edge of the dust washer.
I was wondering if my buttons, along with my accidental edge lighting would illuminate a GGG hand candy ball...
Everything looks sweet, but those buttons with the tall collars left on them look out of place IMO.
Is there anyone on this thread that can convert my files into a Sketchup build to make available for people here too? I'm not very experienced with Sketchup, but I think it would be very useful for many people to play with.This, only i would also love me some autocad (CNC ready) as well..
Is there anyone on this thread that can convert my files into a Sketchup build to make available for people here too? I'm not very experienced with Sketchup, but I think it would be very useful for many people to play with.
I can do your sketchup . . . . after christmas. probably a 1 hour job. Let me know if you want.
How would those work on a 1/2" CP, though? They look like metal snap-ins.
AJ
everything is chunky, cartoony and stubby.
everything is chunky, cartoony and stubby.
Like how my ex looks now
:applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud:
spoiling the curve for all us newbs.
Your builds make us all look like amateurs. :badmood:AJ
Your builds make us all look like amateurs. :badmood:AJ
Pffft says the guy that bangs out full size cabs for friends that look as good as most people's main projects purrrrrllllleeeeeese :laugh2:
I'm done working for free. :angry:
...20 years of being a creative art director...
...20 years of being a creative art director...
How old are you? ???
You've aged well.
You've aged well.
Lol thanks. Large amounts of quality Whisky makes a great preservative
'You know the kids are going to beat the crap out of this right?'
Pretty much, just got a few odds and ends to finish up here and there, a bit of wire clean up, put some feet on it etc.
Aww... I was going to nominate this for the 2012 User Choice Awards if you were finished...
I want to put some handles on the sides but haven't found anything i like yet.
I want to put some handles on the sides but haven't found anything i like yet.
How about something simple like this (http://www.lowes.com/pd_89226-89973-P867-BL_4294777203__?productId=3061593&Ns=p_product_price|0)?
(http://images.lowes.com/product/converted/078555/078555586799lg.jpg)
I can stress test the one I've got sitting here if you're worried about it being able to handle the weight. :cheers:
Scott
Yeah saw those not really sure what I want to do yet. Main problem is that I don't want to mess up the side art with handles. Maybe I can do cutout handle holes in the baseplate and carry it like a crate
(http://www.arcadeemulator.net/media/images/product_detail/2h490067.jpg)
Scott
Really awesome build! I love all the work you put into the backlighting of the controls & panels. Ms. Pac-man is my co-favorite classic along with Galaga, so naturally I really dig the artwork as well.
And I'm excited to see the mini SLG used in such a cool project. :cheers:
My search-fu is very weak. Are there any links to explaining the SLG? And, does it stop the SL-ing when you're in a menu?http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=128970.0 (http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=128970.0) also a thread in buy and sell forum. Lines are added at 640x480 and 1024x768 run front end in different resolution for no lines.
AJ
Quick question I noticed that you have a newer switching power supply. How is it getting power? straight from 120? Im asking because typically ive seen these power supplies used with jamma setups and theyve always had isolation transformers. What am i missing here? Sorry if the questions seems noobish (im not total noob :dizzy:)
again awesome job!
This machine is amazing! Great work
Where did you get the board to run the games?
And whats next???
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f225/imlived/podcastlogo_zpsc5a2f0fa.jpg) (http://"http://www.nerdjackers.com")
Where did you get the board to run the games?
Google Jamma boards
Good jorb Griff!!!
Ok, for those of us who do not understand my "Good jorb Griff" statement, please refer to homestarrunner.com
Ok, for those of us who do not understand my "Good jorb Griff" statement, please refer to homestarrunner.com
Quick question on the POT. This 5k one is too strong for the volume signal from the Jamma board, it takes the volume from 100% to 0% in barely and eighth of a turn, so I need something with less resistance. As I know nothing about this stuff, do I then need a 1k pot for it to be 5 times less resistance or do I need a 25k pot?
Are you using a log pot or a regular? For volume you usually need to use a logarithmic pot or else you'll get those huge jumps in volume.
So did anyone else start building one of these? Just wondering how their experience was with the plans, fitting etc>? I would be cool to see one built for a different theme
looks great, hopefully you figure that out soon.
As for building one, yeah it's definitely one of my future projects.
I actually started purchasing some of the parts. One question how did you wire the power supply? I got mine from GGG and I'm not sure which are the positives that connect to the outlet.
:cheers:
the pads give much better control as they have alot less resistance and are made to be put inline with a speaker.
The only log pots I use require toilet paper aftwards
Well here's stage two of the project in its very raw early concept.I like the curved sides of the base, reminds me of G-rock26's Project Morph (http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,120787.0.html).
The idea here is a table dock that turns LMPM into a four player cocktail. The motivation for this is many happy hours playing Gauntlet with friends as a kid.If you were using a KADE or Lono2, I'd say that the way to switch the controls over is to use an arcade pushbutton for HWB/shift mounted behind a hole in the base of LMPM.
The table buttons and sticks would have to take over the player 1 & 2 roles when docked making the main cabs controls 3 & 4.
Also it needs to auto switch on dock to a different gaming hardware to support much more games. Quite a challenge but a good one to try for.Instead of changing LMPM, wouldn't it be better to build a clone using a gutted laptop for the board?
The base also provides power and bigger sound and of course 4 cupholders :o
If this thread turns into the cupholder thread I'm going to kill myself and then everyone else who has mentioned teh word cup and/or holder. :blowup:
Where did you get that stick/balltop? I need a pink one for a project Im working on.
I like the conversion table, it's a fun innovative design that hasn't been done before and pulling off an on the fly switcheroo of the controlling hardware would be a choice bit of hackery. Plus it has some serious wow factor for guests. IMHO it'd almost be a shame not to go onto the next step. It's not a new project, it's just phase two of this current one. It'd be a shame to quit now...plus I have a thing for feature creep when it's well executed and that is some serious feature creep. Do it.
Live long and prosper, bro.
I like the conversion table, it's a fun innovative design that hasn't been done before and pulling off an on the fly switcheroo of the controlling hardware would be a choice bit of hackery. Plus it has some serious wow factor for guests. IMHO it'd almost be a shame not to go onto the next step. It's not a new project, it's just phase two of this current one. It'd be a shame to quit now...plus I have a thing for feature creep when it's well executed and that is some serious feature creep. Do it.
I'm with LeChuck. Been around here a while and I'll never understand where this "right" way of doing things comes from. We're grown ups building machines that emulate our childhood. There's no "right" way of doing it.
I'm with LeChuck. Been around here a while and I'll never understand where this "right" way of doing things comes from. We're grown ups building machines that emulate our childhood. There's no "right" way of doing it.
There might not be a "right" way to do things in this hobby, but there is definitely a WRONG way to do things. Not saying this idea is one of 'em or not, but there's a whole website dedicated to showcasing a lot of the wrong decisions made in this hobby.
I just walked through the crapmame site...are there any others?
Amazing job on this machine. You have inspired me to attempt my first build. I do have a couple of questions for you about this build.
1. How do you access the internals of the game when necessary? I see no piano hinges or sliding panels. Perhaps a few pics or maybe a video...
2. What lighting controllers do you use for all of the led's (buttons, joystick, end panels)?
3. If you had to do it all over again, is there anything you would change or do differently?
Thank you.
Great question, Griff. If CoryDee can get $600....
Great question, Griff. If CoryDee can get $600....
I was just thinking that....... :lol
uh, now I made myself sad
Hey, get back to work! Don't you have a couple of plates to make?
Welcome back to the world of non-mushy food.
AJ
:cheers: - How much are you asking for the thing? I make cookie cutter bartops, this....this is a work of art.
This is truly fantastic and beautiful.
My hat is off to you, the creativity and concept development (to execution) was amazing.
I LOVE (and I can't stress enough) how much I love the LED lit speaker panels.
I don't know where, how, or when, but I'd love to use that idea somehow.
Truly top shelf work !
Fantastic ! A ++++
;D
Better question: What did you have into it? Not counting time of course.
AJ
Hmmm. Maybe it could stop in Atlanta for a few months! :o Nice crate. How heavy did it end up being?
AJ
They are secure but I don't want to rely on them for carrying.
Dust washers just arrived. Made to order they look just great
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Justin is the nicest guy and will help you come up with great ideas for your build. Please support him and his work and get your custom washers made by him. Here's a link to his store...
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.376168455783834.71886973.150943048306377&type=3 (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.376168455783834.71886973.150943048306377&type=3)
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So did anyone else start building one of these? Just wondering how their experience was with the plans, fitting etc>? I would be cool to see one built for a different theme
Remind me never to ship anything that you have to build a coffin for
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OK, I am trying to stick as close to your plan as I can. Do you have a list of what parts you used and where you got them?
I ordered the Pink Ball Tops from Cajun Arcade
Sent a message to TEFightStands about the pink washers
Ordered 60n1 PCB board / Wiring Harness / 16a Power Supply from Amazon (Paradise Arcade) - cheaper at Cajun, saw too late
Ordered power inlet / cord from Amazon
Will get my printing done through Game on Grafix
Which joysticks (Ms Pacman/Galaga replacements or zippy short shaft?) / buttons / chrome buttons did you order and from where?
Where and which lights did you order?
Sorry for all the questions, just trying to order everything :)
Also, you said if one thing you would change is you would use MDF instead, would you still laminate the top of the CP if you used MDF?
How about the buttons? Did you have to put the text in there yourself (for coin and player buttons)?
I just uploaded the complete set of art for anyone who wants to use it, it includes side panel, control panel and bezel. ... Artwork is in PDF format for easy printing or Adobe Illustrator files if you want to edit them. Cut templates are in various formats all attached to the original post.Sorry to revive and old topic, but I'm having trouble printing this at my local Staples. The max they do for blueprint printing is 36" x 48". The file is 48" x 48". Did you give your local guy the whole file and they split it between two pieces of paper or did you need to split the file on your own and have them print each file on each paper?
I just uploaded the complete set of art for anyone who wants to use it, it includes side panel, control panel and bezel. ... Artwork is in PDF format for easy printing or Adobe Illustrator files if you want to edit them. Cut templates are in various formats all attached to the original post.Sorry to revive and old topic, but I'm having trouble printing this at my local Staples. The max they do for blueprint printing is 36" x 48". The file is 48" x 48". Did you give your local guy the whole file and they split it between two pieces of paper or did you need to split the file on your own and have them print each file on each paper?
Also, when they print, I'm assuming that it's actual size and they don't need to adjust anything else?
Disclaimer: Depending how my printing and cutting goes, is whether I will continue building this project or not. :-) So no guarantees!
Thanks in advance!
DeLuSioNaL29
Thanks, those split files did the trick.
I didn't find these answers in the topic so I will ask here:
1) The wood for this project is 5/8" thick but the matching pink T-molding at t-molding.com is 3/4" http://www.t-molding.com/store/product.php?productid=66&cat=0&page=&featured=Y. (http://www.t-molding.com/store/product.php?productid=66&cat=0&page=&featured=Y.) Did you trim the T-molding to fit or did the thickness of the laminating process make the 3/4" molding fit?
2) Why laminate thickness did you use? (link to product would be great). My guess is that is was 1/16" thick? (5/8" + 1/16" + 1/16" = 3/4"). Is this correct?
3) If that's the case (# 2 above), why not just use 3/4" for the build?
DeLuSioNaL29
Tidied up the wiring which is deceptively complex I guess three different lighting circuits and controllers doesn't help
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would you be willing to make just the wood cabinet and sell it to me just wood ptu toghter
Is there a reason why the images are not coming through for this link? Or is it something on my end?It's not you.
[size=12pt][b]Finished Cocktail Cabinet[/b][/size]
[img]http://www.kinemote.net/lmpm/Shot_Final.jpg[/img]
[size=12pt][b]Concept Art[/b][/size]
[img width=1024 height=791]http://www.kinemote.net/lmpm/mockup.jpg[/img]
I will see if I can rehost these images and register them somewhere
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I will see if I can rehost these images and register them somewhereThank you. ;D