want to build mame cabinet or table

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 09:03 PM

Ok I started this post because im new to wiring buttons and joysticks to a PC for the purpose of a cabinet. Anyway, all input is appreciated because I know nothing about it yet. However, I found a site for those like me who haven't tinkered with it before: Build Your Own Arcade Controls FAQ - Step up to real gaming excitement!. I'll probably be on there for the rest of the night because Im getting into building stuff and this is probably what I'll do next. Please share your projects, and info about how you did it with us. thanks in advance

Ikaria · 11-30-2008, 09:12 PM

Keep all us MAME newbies updated as your project progresses!

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 10:04 PM

ok i will !! Jedi! i did a search for ipac4 everybody seems to have one, but no info on what they do or where to buy?
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Ikaria, youve have played mame on you computer right?

dishpan · 11-30-2008, 10:31 PM

Glad to see that you found the BYOAC board.

Get your IPACs here ...
Ultimarc, the Ultimate in Arcade Controls.*

Ikaria · 11-30-2008, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by heavyguitarman

ok i will !! Jedi! i did a search for ipac4 everybody seems to have one, but no info on what they do or where to buy?
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Ikaria, youve have played mame on you computer right?

Yes...

luckydog · 11-30-2008, 10:34 PM

I'm using a USb joystick for Mame on my newer computer.

compirate · 11-30-2008, 10:41 PM

ya beat me to it, dishpan!

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 10:43 PM

lucky I did that but for games like track and field which i love and even pac man, it just doesnt respond like the original. thanks dishpan...is it as easy as just plugging in keyboard and cpu and wiring buttons. I didn't read much on it cuz my brain in in relax mode?

dishpan · 11-30-2008, 10:43 PM

Compirate, If you weren't so busy cleaning those Pachinkos (and watching those cartoons of yours) you'd be a lot faster on the draw ...

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 10:44 PM

Im glad to get some action going on this side of the pachi site

dishpan · 11-30-2008, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by heavyguitarman

lucky I did that but for games like track and field which i love and even pac man, it just doesnt respond like the original. thanks dishpan...is it as easy as just plugging in keyboard and cpu and wiring buttons. I didn't read much on it cuz my brain in in relax mode?

Your buttons are wired directly to the IPAC which then connects to your computer which looks upon it as being just another keyboard.

If you are a glutton for punishment, you can hack your own keyboard but they are prone to key "ghosting" problems if not done right.

With quality components you get quality results, and yes, it is that easy and yes, it plays as good as, if not better than the original.

To play Pacman properly, get a good 4-way joystick. The 8-way units just don't cut it for 4-way play and I have no experience with the on-the-fly switchable kind.

There is always lots going on at Pachitalk!

Youngjedi · 11-30-2008, 10:52 PM

It's very simple to put together with the Ipac. It's just two wires for every button/direction. One wire on every control is the ground wire, the other is the function. If you look at the Ipac and How it is set up, You can't make a mistake. Then, the Ipac just connects directly to your Motherboard where the keyboard is. I recently added a coin door to mine. Works great. Although, I know my friends won't pay to play, but it makes it look better, and the sound of a coin inserted is nice also.

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 10:52 PM

Ok im sold how much???

Youngjedi · 11-30-2008, 10:55 PM

Ipac2 (for two player only) 39.00. The Ipac4 (up to four players) 65.00.

Ultimarc > Main Page
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The Joystick I use is the Happ Controls Super Joystick. I like it. It works great. I set it up in 8 direction mode, and I don't have any problem with pac man. There are A LOT of choices

Super Joystick

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 11:02 PM

ok great, whats 8 direction does that mean diagonal in addition to h/v ? Although im not necessarily gonna play pac man, theres times when i want to go up and left at the same time.

RaymondV · 11-30-2008, 11:04 PM

I have one of these controllers -
X-Arcade Tankstick™ : Indestructible Arcade Gaming: Free Shipping USA

That thing is unbelievable, Track & Field, Missle Command you name it they all work perfectly.
I am thinking about selling it, by the way.

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 11:12 PM

raymond, that looks real cool...Im not sure about controllers quite yet, my first step is getting the signal to them. I'm thinking way ahead because i still have to finish my Nishijin cabinet. and the honey do's...

dishpan · 11-30-2008, 11:18 PM

Before you jump into the deep end, you need to research and get the right information ...

172092-MAME%20record.jpg

heavyguitarman · 11-30-2008, 11:27 PM

ok dish, what's the pros and cons of 4 or 8 way joystick

Sid · 12-01-2008, 03:53 AM

one thing i would recommend having built and wired 2 mame cabinets

if you buy the IPac.

DONT CHEAP OUT... spend the few extra bucks and get the pre made wire harness thing.. it will save you lots of time and aggravation

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heavyguitarman Sandwich Shooter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: between orlando and daytona beach Local Time: 10:11 AM Local Date: 09-09-2010 Posts: 351 Country: Groans: 3 Groans Received: 0 Thanks: 374 Thanks Received: 754	Re: want to build mame cabinet or table lucky I did that but for games like track and field which i love and even pac man, it just doesnt respond like the original. thanks dishpan...is it as easy as just plugging in keyboard and cpu and wiring buttons. I didn't read much on it cuz my brain in in relax mode?
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heavyguitarman Sandwich Shooter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: between orlando and daytona beach Local Time: 10:11 AM Local Date: 09-09-2010 Posts: 351 Country: Groans: 3 Groans Received: 0 Thanks: 374 Thanks Received: 754	Re: want to build mame cabinet or table Im glad to get some action going on this side of the pachi site
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Youngjedi Kungishi Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Illinois Local Time: 10:11 AM Local Date: 09-09-2010 Posts: 1,748 Country: Groans: 6 Groans Received: 85 Thanks: 17 Thanks Received: 2,185	Re: want to build mame cabinet or table It's very simple to put together with the Ipac. It's just two wires for every button/direction. One wire on every control is the ground wire, the other is the function. If you look at the Ipac and How it is set up, You can't make a mistake. Then, the Ipac just connects directly to your Motherboard where the keyboard is. I recently added a coin door to mine. Works great. Although, I know my friends won't pay to play, but it makes it look better, and the sound of a coin inserted is nice also.
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Youngjedi Kungishi Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Illinois Local Time: 10:11 AM Local Date: 09-09-2010 Posts: 1,748 Country: Groans: 6 Groans Received: 85 Thanks: 17 Thanks Received: 2,185	Re: want to build mame cabinet or table Ipac2 (for two player only) 39.00. The Ipac4 (up to four players) 65.00. Ultimarc > Main Page ______________________________________________________ The Joystick I use is the Happ Controls Super Joystick. I like it. It works great. I set it up in 8 direction mode, and I don't have any problem with pac man. There are A LOT of choices Super Joystick
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