For you builders using VGA monitors, just done a build with an old Dell 19" monitor and had the annoyance of no signal using HMDI to VGA. If you're doing one similar stick your written image card into the PC and change the boot config.txt from there as it won't let you do it over Winscp as you don't have root permissions. It'll save you a lot of hassle. Just find #hdmi_force_hotplug=1 and remove the # and save.
This is perfect. I set my retropi up last night on my new 3. I wanted to make a cabinet for our annual block 3rd of July party. If I can make mine look 50% this nice, people will dig it I think. Thanks for this effort, its going to make for some awesome fun.
I MUST make one now. Not very experienced with wood work, but I am a fast learner. No special tools either but I can compromise. I WILL make one thank you for this!
Dude!! I have been watching several videos for bartop arcades, but this video had some really awesome ideas! The amount of effort others go to for the screen to be installed behind the board, but you place it infront?? I love this and when (or if) I get around to doing my own I'll be sure to use your tips!! :)
The glass was there to keep kids from breaking the screens. I won't have that problem, and I didn't want to deal with dust getting between them. That being said, it would be very easy to add.
I love this build. Does anyone know where to get speakers like these anymore? The last cabinet I made, I just used old Amazon Basic speakers and tore them down so i could mount them, but the speakers in this build look SO much better.
Looks great! 6:06 - Did you put any kind of starters on the drilling spots? Lightly tap it with a nail, just to keep the drill centered at all, or are you that awesome with a hand-drill?
I used your plans to build my cabinet and it came out great. I'm just waiting to put the marquee in, ordered Plexi-glass and printing graphics. I will make two modifications though. The first is using a potentiometer for volume control mounted to the side of the cabinet, and the second is to cut a 5" hole in the back door to mount a cooling fan. I've noticed that after awhile, the Raspberry Pi gets hot as noted by the small thermometer that shows up on the top right corner of the screen.
Very awesome build, I've been looking for a design like this. I am most interested in two things. I would like to know the exact paint and primer you used to cover the mdf. Also, I am curious to the controller board models that you used, Thanks.
Looks great man! I just got a raspberry pi 3 not too long ago and have just been running it like a normal console with retropie but this has given me a great idea with what to do with my pi now!
Didn't see in the comments or on the build page, but what are the rough dimensions...width, height, depth? Looking over several plans and trying to see what will fit in the space I have. I like your design as it seems it has enough room for two players as others I've seen are really cramped. Also excited about what type of build and video you said is coming soon!
I'm starting my build very soon. Great idea to put reflective material behind the marquee sign. I'm using an old pc monitor as my screen. The T moulding really adds a great finish. Thanks for the video, I really enjoyed it 😀
Thanks so much for your plans and your video. I'm building a couple of these right now, and I wouldn't have have even thought of doing it until I saw what you built. Nice job.
I am really excited to try this as my first major woodworking project. Question is, I would like to add a trackball in the middle for the unit. What do you recommendation for layout templates that would accommodate that and what lighted trackball would you recommend? Thanks!
Hi, nice video. Regarding the Joystick screws, does the screws come with the Joystick? Can you recommend which type of screws I should use for a similar Joystick? Thanks
I like how simple the construction of the cabinet is, seen some pretty elaborate constructions out there, some things I might change on my build (That will be based on yours) is air intake holes in the back, and a fan to pull out the heat generated from the monitor in the top. also, is the sound, okay having them blasting out the back like that?
Can't wait for the next videos on this. Would be nice to learn about the inner stuff that most people neglect to mention. Great build, now I gotta build it for my son ;-)
if you can get a vinyl image, but no adhesive backside, what would the best type of self applying adhesive be for the job? and would the 3m 77 work well for the job? and would it work with the soap and water method used when trying to get that image on the cabinet correctly?
I love the build. It looks very professional. One question I have about your info is whether or not you have specific instructions on configuration of the RetroPie to work with the buttons in this particular cabinet. Your RetroPie video is done using a keyboard, rather than being specific to this build. Can you elaborate? Thanks!
This is a dumb question, but how good of a craftsman do you have to be to build this? I'm not very good at building things but I would love to give this a shot.
Love it! Just bought the plans and can't wait to build it...just a question, which router bit are you using for the t strip and where do you buy the colored t-strip???
This looks great! I appreciate the guide. Excuse my lack of technical terminology and know-how, but do you think it'd be possible to also have some simple USB controllers plugged in but create some kind of switcher - whether it's a physical switch or some kind of program on the pi - to be able to switch between the traditional arcade-style controls and USB SNES-style controllers? Like maybe an on/off for the arcade controls and an on/off for the SNES controllers?
hi, I liked your hand work but I came here for products of retropie buttons or joysticks etc. Do you have list of them? I need to build this from scratch like you.
Amazing vid! Me and my dad are going to build a full size one! Also we are going to use the T molding because we agree, it does add an awesome retro look!
Hey! Yesterday We started the arcade cabinet! we got the two sides done, which os pretty much the hardest part to the whole project.mthanks for everything, we really appreciate all the tips and tricks and layouts that you gave, because then we would pretty much have a bog crate with a raspberry pi in it. thanks!
You kind of need to paint it regardless of vinyl, because the vinyl will have a hard time sticking to MDF without paint. Also there will be places the vinyl does not cover that still need paint. You should shoot the whole cabinet with primer and a base color first.
Mike, you mentioned that you prefer a certain type of monitor so that if the power gets cut-off, it does not lose it's memory or remembers where it was at? Can you provide a model number or more specific information on what type of monitor is best to buy? Thank you for your reply. The arcade looks great!
Really beautiful Job GP! Very inspiring too as I plan to do a bar top for an original 3D game based on an old classic! I appreciate the ideas. I think I would go smaller for what I need, but the template idea is great!
Wow! Dude, you have crazy talent! Thanks a ton for posting this. If I play my cards right... Just want a little pizza shack with a couple or more stand-up machines, but these can be put on the counter or table; no more reason for the bottom half it seems. I have a PiB+, a PS dual shock w/USB adapter, 32" 1080p TV with HDMI and the whole gang. I'd been using Dreamcast for years (I love that machine), but I want to expand, experiment and have fun!
That is awesome! I have the technical skills for this. The carpentry stuff is hard. It would be a fun learning experience but I would end up spending twice as much do to mistakes. Does anyone know where I could buy it precut and assemble myself?
Very very very nice my friend! Only one question... what type of adapter is? I haven t find for now that type of connetion for the buttons. Where I can find it?
So do the sanwa encoders plug directly into the pi? Are there enough ports to support the two boards and a flash drive with roms? Also, are they already keymapped for retropie or will I need to change anything? Sorry for all the questions, but I'm planning on building a Bartop and wanna make sure everything goes well
Awesome. Thanks Geek pub. I have gained more confident on building one for myself soon. Can I ask if there any preference display specification if I want to have the actual acrade graphic? Eg. Pixel, refresh hz. Thanks again.
Awesome build! I plan on doing one of these shortly. This video has a ton of great info. The other thing I'm interested in making is a virtual pinball machine. Do you have any thoughts about building one? We'd all love to see a video on making one! Thanks!
Hey man!! Nice cabinet. Simple and clean. Did you need some extra configuration for the two encoders to be recognized as two different players, for multiplayer games, or it's just a simple case of plug and play? Keep on!!
Thank you! I am building my own with a stand to show and play all of my playstations and I had the doubt if it would be possible to play as muliplayer with two encoders as the one you used.
This is awesome and I am in the middle of building it. I also signed up on TheGeekPub for his other really cool builds. OK, question: What is the wiring diagram for the buttons to the controller board? I downloaded the full directions and still do not see this. Thanks!
great stuff! thanks for such a great video! taking the video probably added a lot more time to the project huh? Thanks for all the hard work you put into this for us!
+TheGeekPub yeah me too. Your videos are great and the average person just doesn't understand how much work you've put in to do these for everyone. Thank you!
i built a contrl panel for my full size mame cabinet... used silver shelf paper and it looks great.. but now that i have a rain gutter business... i wish i would have used a flat sheet of black powder coated aluminum (used to make rain gutters) instead of the shelf paper.. it'll last longer plus i have about 25 colors to choose from including real copper... with the proper bit it's also easy to drill through... i may go back... take the panel off and use aluminum instead of shelf paper.. it's super thin .027" gauge so shouldn't affect the buttons at all.... if you do another one.. let me know and i can help source the aluminum.
Question: Did you use the Industrial Velcro for the monitor as well or is it just resting in the cabinet? FYI I did buy your plans, I do like the design overall and it seems relatively budget friendly.
When they were hooking it up it seemed as if they had two separate control boards. However, there are parts that allow two players through one control board, and you have to follow provided diagrams in order to get it working. If all else fails though, try to look it up or ask on a forum including information like the types of buttons, joysticks, controller boards, your Raspberry Pi model number and the version of RetroPie you have installed. Haven't made one myself yet but if you do that you'll probably find an answer as you can't get much more thorough than that!
I noticed the TARDIS t shirt your were wearing near the beginning of the video... KUDOS... I am actually getting ready to build a TARDIS (aka the Big Blue Box) enthusiast PC gaming rig (which I plan to sell a few of once I prototype the design... This video has given me some great tips... Besides the PC components, I plan to use a rPi to control the TARDIS sound and lighting system. It will always be powered on (unless the main switch is turned off) and will be used to trigger the special effects of the case when the computer is turned on... Your speaker placement and application will be very helpful for me in doing this... Would love to bounce ideas off of you as my project progresses...
just curious, how is the monitor held in place besides the spacers in the build? i noticed you dropped it into place but didnt see you secure it with anything after that. other than that awesome build man!
First of all excellent work. I have watched this video at least 25 times and now I want to build one with your pdf plans. In your opinion how do you think it would be to use a 24" led tv for the monitor instead of a computer monitor? I was also thinking it might free up space with the built in front speakers on the tv?
I did buy your plans for the bartop! I am looking forward to making this with my son. How did you find the radius for the circle. I saw the two points, but what is the radius you used?
Could I get the directions and measurements to this? You have the best and easiest design on UA-cam so far and I would love to use this design for my bartop arcade. I would appreciate the response because this would help me a lot sense I've never worked on a project like this before.
The price is pretty reasonable. I think I'm going to do it. That thing would be perfect to place on top of my basement bar and looks like it would be pretty fun to build.
what size is the monitor and do the plans come with a complete list of all purchases needed to complete the project aslo include the templates for the buttons and speakers
Very very very nice! I like the simplicity you build those cabinets by being smart.
For you builders using VGA monitors, just done a build with an old Dell 19" monitor and had the annoyance of no signal using HMDI to VGA. If you're doing one similar stick your written image card into the PC and change the boot config.txt from there as it won't let you do it over Winscp as you don't have root permissions. It'll save you a lot of hassle. Just find #hdmi_force_hotplug=1
and remove the # and save.
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This is perfect. I set my retropi up last night on my new 3. I wanted to make a cabinet for our annual block 3rd of July party. If I can make mine look 50% this nice, people will dig it I think. Thanks for this effort, its going to make for some awesome fun.
I MUST make one now. Not very experienced with wood work, but I am a fast learner. No special tools either but I can compromise. I WILL make one thank you for this!
Fantastic video Mike!
+Mame Addicts Thanks!!
nice! Looking good!
+I Like To Make Stuff Thanks Bob!
I WANT ONE PLZ PUT IT OUT FOR SALE!!
Nicholas Floyd I'll sell you one...
Very good job ! 👍🏼😊☺️👌🏼😀😁
You. Are. A. Genius.
I would love to have just half your manual skills.
Great! Awesome!
Dude!! I have been watching several videos for bartop arcades, but this video had some really awesome ideas! The amount of effort others go to for the screen to be installed behind the board, but you place it infront?? I love this and when (or if) I get around to doing my own I'll be sure to use your tips!! :)
Cool arcade! I agree...the t molding really adds a lot!
Great stuff! I'm surprised you don't add a tinted glass to the front of the display since most cabinets usually have one.
The glass was there to keep kids from breaking the screens. I won't have that problem, and I didn't want to deal with dust getting between them. That being said, it would be very easy to add.
that bit about the air compressor is pretty clever. I'll have to remember that provided that I ever get around to actually building one of these
Love the wood working skillz, talent def runs in the family!
just watched the full size cabinet build. I'm here for the raspberry pi part 😁
I've seen a lot video, and this is the most useful so far, well done GeekPub
I purchased your plans for this and i was wondering what the compass length was set at to find the angle for the curve
I love this build. Does anyone know where to get speakers like these anymore? The last cabinet I made, I just used old Amazon Basic speakers and tore them down so i could mount them, but the speakers in this build look SO much better.
What's the width of this bartop? I'd like to know the monitor size restrictions prior to getting the plans. Thanks!
Nice build! We've been thinking of adding a Retro Pie arcade to our RV and this was a kick in the butt to start it. Thanks for sharing.
Used your plans and actually made 2 cabinets. Just finishing second one. I added vinyl decals made at sign store now waiting for controls I ordered
Looks great!
6:06 - Did you put any kind of starters on the drilling spots? Lightly tap it with a nail, just to keep the drill centered at all, or are you that awesome with a hand-drill?
Watch the Guild Video...
Hey Mike greetings from the UK that is one Sick workshop you have
I used your plans to build my cabinet and it came out great. I'm just waiting to put the marquee in, ordered Plexi-glass and printing graphics. I will make two modifications though. The first is using a potentiometer for volume control mounted to the side of the cabinet, and the second is to cut a 5" hole in the back door to mount a cooling fan. I've noticed that after awhile, the Raspberry Pi gets hot as noted by the small thermometer that shows up on the top right corner of the screen.
Very awesome build, I've been looking for a design like this. I am most interested in two things. I would like to know the exact paint and primer you used to cover the mdf. Also, I am curious to the controller board models that you used, Thanks.
I sell plans with more details on my website.
Looks great man! I just got a raspberry pi 3 not too long ago and have just been running it like a normal console with retropie but this has given me a great idea with what to do with my pi now!
Send pictures!
i will bud! thanks again!
Watched this video and instantly fell in love with this channel. Awesome content!
Didn't see in the comments or on the build page, but what are the rough dimensions...width, height, depth? Looking over several plans and trying to see what will fit in the space I have. I like your design as it seems it has enough room for two players as others I've seen are really cramped.
Also excited about what type of build and video you said is coming soon!
I'm starting my build very soon. Great idea to put reflective material behind the marquee sign. I'm using an old pc monitor as my screen. The T moulding really adds a great finish. Thanks for the video, I really enjoyed it 😀
Thanks so much for your plans and your video. I'm building a couple of these right now, and I wouldn't have have even thought of doing it until I saw what you built. Nice job.
I am really excited to try this as my first major woodworking project. Question is, I would like to add a trackball in the middle for the unit. What do you recommendation for layout templates that would accommodate that and what lighted trackball would you recommend? Thanks!
Hi, nice video. Regarding the Joystick screws, does the screws come with the Joystick? Can you recommend which type of screws I should use for a similar Joystick? Thanks
I like how simple the construction of the cabinet is, seen some pretty elaborate constructions out there, some things I might change on my build (That will be based on yours) is air intake holes in the back, and a fan to pull out the heat generated from the monitor in the top. also, is the sound, okay having them blasting out the back like that?
Can't wait for the next videos on this. Would be nice to learn about the inner stuff that most people neglect to mention.
Great build, now I gotta build it for my son ;-)
+Simple DIYr Thanks! I can't wait to go over it all either!
if you can get a vinyl image, but no adhesive backside, what would the best type of self applying adhesive be for the job? and would the 3m 77 work well for the job? and would it work with the soap and water method used when trying to get that image on the cabinet correctly?
What kind of paper did you use for the marquee? Thank you!
Awesome job man. You made that look easy. I want to tackle a project like this so bad. I'm slowly getting up the nerve.
after cutting out the sides, did you sand at all? or is it unnecessary since you are using t-molding?
Is the wireless keyboard described in the plan's parts list a necessity or an option, what do you need it for if you need it?
Came out great Mike!
+Darbin Orvar Thank you Linn!
Did you use the 191mm control panel? Do you feel its overly close to the monitor ?
I love the build. It looks very professional. One question I have about your info is whether or not you have specific instructions on configuration of the RetroPie to work with the buttons in this particular cabinet. Your RetroPie video is done using a keyboard, rather than being specific to this build. Can you elaborate? Thanks!
Check my website.
This is a dumb question, but how good of a craftsman do you have to be to build this? I'm not very good at building things but I would love to give this a shot.
Love it! Just bought the plans and can't wait to build it...just a question, which router bit are you using for the t strip and where do you buy the colored t-strip???
This looks great! I appreciate the guide. Excuse my lack of technical terminology and know-how, but do you think it'd be possible to also have some simple USB controllers plugged in but create some kind of switcher - whether it's a physical switch or some kind of program on the pi - to be able to switch between the traditional arcade-style controls and USB SNES-style controllers? Like maybe an on/off for the arcade controls and an on/off for the SNES controllers?
Check out the Pacade build. It has USB front ports and does this. No switcher needed.
@@TheGeekPub Wow that's perfect, thank you kindly.
hi, I liked your hand work but I came here for products of retropie buttons or joysticks etc. Do you have list of them? I need to build this from scratch like you.
Amazing vid! Me and my dad are going to build a full size one! Also we are going to use the T molding because we agree, it does add an awesome retro look!
Awesome! I also built a full-size arcade. See my other videos on it.
+TheGeekPub actuallly I have seen them, dozens of times! I keep fantasizing about how awesome it is going to be when we finish it!
Hey! Yesterday We started the arcade cabinet! we got the two sides done, which os pretty much the hardest part to the whole project.mthanks for everything, we really appreciate all the tips and tricks and layouts that you gave, because then we would pretty much have a bog crate with a raspberry pi in it. thanks!
Paintjob looks fantastic. Right now I am hesitating between vinyl or a paint... Could painted one look as good as the vinyl?
You kind of need to paint it regardless of vinyl, because the vinyl will have a hard time sticking to MDF without paint. Also there will be places the vinyl does not cover that still need paint. You should shoot the whole cabinet with primer and a base color first.
Thanks for advice. Looks like I have to learn more about this process.
I just updated my comment. I meant to say the vinyl has a hard time sticking to MDF without paint.
Finished cabinet looks great! Hoping to put one together myself eventually!
+Lentendo They look great and super easy to make. I just used cabinet grade pine ply from Home Depot. $29 a sheet.
Mike, you mentioned that you prefer a certain type of monitor so that if the power gets cut-off, it does not lose it's memory or remembers where it was at? Can you provide a model number or more specific information on what type of monitor is best to buy? Thank you for your reply. The arcade looks great!
All of that is on my website. Link in description.
Awesome-Sauce.
Looking forward to the Raspberry Pi videos as well since I know absolutely nothing about them.
Really beautiful Job GP! Very inspiring too as I plan to do a bar top for an original 3D game based on an old classic! I appreciate the ideas. I think I would go smaller for what I need, but the template idea is great!
+3gdosrsfs You could certainly make it smaller. I'm considering making an even smaller one in the future.
Great video! What jigsaw blade did you use to get such a nice cut on double stacked mdf?
Wow! Dude, you have crazy talent! Thanks a ton for posting this. If I play my cards right... Just want a little pizza shack with a couple or more stand-up machines, but these can be put on the counter or table; no more reason for the bottom half it seems. I have a PiB+, a PS dual shock w/USB adapter, 32" 1080p TV with HDMI and the whole gang. I'd been using Dreamcast for years (I love that machine), but I want to expand, experiment and have fun!
You can definitely do a rad Dreamcast install on the RPI3!
Nice build, with all said and done how much do you estimate the piece weights?
That is awesome! I have the technical skills for this. The carpentry stuff is hard. It would be a fun learning experience but I would end up spending twice as much do to mistakes. Does anyone know where I could buy it precut and assemble myself?
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Very very very nice my friend! Only one question... what type of adapter is? I haven t find for now that type of connetion for the buttons. Where I can find it?
+Cristiano Pardo It's all in the plan file on my website.
TGP, you are an artist with wood. Most of us would be losing limbs doing this ;)
So do the sanwa encoders plug directly into the pi? Are there enough ports to support the two boards and a flash drive with roms? Also, are they already keymapped for retropie or will I need to change anything? Sorry for all the questions, but I'm planning on building a Bartop and wanna make sure everything goes well
Hi!... GREAT video!... What is the bit you are using on your router to make the t-slots?.. i need to get one! :)
Awesome. Thanks Geek pub. I have gained more confident on building one for myself soon. Can I ask if there any preference display specification if I want to have the actual acrade graphic? Eg. Pixel, refresh hz. Thanks again.
Awesome build! I plan on doing one of these shortly. This video has a ton of great info. The other thing I'm interested in making is a virtual pinball machine. Do you have any thoughts about building one? We'd all love to see a video on making one! Thanks!
What about using a daija controller , and a 32inches tv in order to play with perfect pixel asspect ratio ? Changes much ?
SO fun! Looks great! Looking forward to the videos about this to come!
+Chris Pine Thanks Chirs!
Nice work think you may well just break my UA-cam subscription cherry! Also do you have plans for the cabinet dimensions on your website?
Brill job Mike well done.your vids are a pleasure to watch
+dubsskyline Thank you!!!
Great mike what is the size of the backer block for the monitor same as the other ?
What size auger bits you use for Joy-Cons and Buttons ?
Great video man! I'm working on my second build
Have you done a video that shows how to map the buttons and joystick to the raspberry pie?
Coming soon.
Hey man!! Nice cabinet. Simple and clean.
Did you need some extra configuration for the two encoders to be recognized as two different players, for multiplayer games, or it's just a simple case of plug and play?
Keep on!!
Plug and play. I didn't do anything special.
Thank you! I am building my own with a stand to show and play all of my playstations and I had the doubt if it would be possible to play as muliplayer with two encoders as the one you used.
Nice work! Did you seal the wood? Because mine started to grow algae due to moisture from the placing of my hands, from hours of play.
Yes. I primed and painted it.
+TheGeekPub oh sorry, I meant like a water sealer, or does a regular primer work for water resistance or moisture prevention?
Primer doesn't, but a quality paint most definitely will.
This is awesome and I am in the middle of building it. I also signed up on TheGeekPub for his other really cool builds. OK, question: What is the wiring diagram for the buttons to the controller board? I downloaded the full directions and still do not see this. Thanks!
That will be included with the set of buttons and controller you order.
You are really good.! Very thorough and detailed video. Thank you.
wow looks so nice...i get started soon...
Mike, the speaker is conected with the Raspberry PI?
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Nick
Would it be feasible to have the screen inset in such a way that the Acer logo is covered by the wood?
great stuff! thanks for such a great video! taking the video probably added a lot more time to the project huh? Thanks for all the hard work you put into this for us!
Making a video can triple how long it takes to make a project. It's just something I happen to enjoy though, so it works out.
+TheGeekPub yeah me too. Your videos are great and the average person just doesn't understand how much work you've put in to do these for everyone. Thank you!
How long should be the compass to make that circle? Thanks
so you did not permanently attach the control panel, so you just slide it in and out during any maintenance?
i built a contrl panel for my full size mame cabinet... used silver shelf paper and it looks great.. but now that i have a rain gutter business... i wish i would have used a flat sheet of black powder coated aluminum (used to make rain gutters) instead of the shelf paper.. it'll last longer plus i have about 25 colors to choose from including real copper... with the proper bit it's also easy to drill through... i may go back... take the panel off and use aluminum instead of shelf paper.. it's super thin .027" gauge so shouldn't affect the buttons at all.... if you do another one.. let me know and i can help source the aluminum.
Hey Mike, In your opinion, is there enough room for adding a trackball with your current button layout?
Thanks
Yes, but it would be very tight.
Question: Did you use the Industrial Velcro for the monitor as well or is it just resting in the cabinet? FYI I did buy your plans, I do like the design overall and it seems relatively budget friendly.
+Christopher Scott The monitor is press fitted into place. I'll cover that in more detail in a future video.
+TheGeekPub Awesome thanks I really look forward to it.
Awesome build. Another, even easier way of removing hotglue: alcohol - try it!
Awesome! How did you get emulation station to recognize both sets of buttons/joysticks? I can only get player one working...😩
When they were hooking it up it seemed as if they had two separate control boards. However, there are parts that allow two players through one control board, and you have to follow provided diagrams in order to get it working. If all else fails though, try to look it up or ask on a forum including information like the types of buttons, joysticks, controller boards, your Raspberry Pi model number and the version of RetroPie you have installed. Haven't made one myself yet but if you do that you'll probably find an answer as you can't get much more thorough than that!
Very nice!
"is just a matter of pluging every button to the correct socket", in your setup, which one is the correct socket?
I don't understand your question.
basically how do you know the button order to the circuit, or you put them randomly and after figure out where to position them in wood?
It makes zero difference. Retropie will figure it out automatically.
Ok, i get it. Thank a lot!
In your plans, is there a diagram for where to place the spacers?
how do I get the pc monitor to turn on without using the power button due the fact that the bezel is in the way.
I noticed the TARDIS t shirt your were wearing near the beginning of the video... KUDOS... I am actually getting ready to build a TARDIS (aka the Big Blue Box) enthusiast PC gaming rig (which I plan to sell a few of once I prototype the design... This video has given me some great tips... Besides the PC components, I plan to use a rPi to control the TARDIS sound and lighting system. It will always be powered on (unless the main switch is turned off) and will be used to trigger the special effects of the case when the computer is turned on... Your speaker placement and application will be very helpful for me in doing this... Would love to bounce ideas off of you as my project progresses...
Did you use a kit for the buttons and the joystick? If not what controller board did you use? Also how would you add a coin acceptor?
All on my website.
Noah Askew u
radames ramirez u what?
can someone explain how he used the compass to draw the curve?
this is so simple. What a great vid
Nice work Mike do you sell them build ?
just curious, how is the monitor held in place besides the spacers in the build? i noticed you dropped it into place but didnt see you secure it with anything after that. other than that awesome build man!
It's just a press fit. But you can install a VESA mount if you like. Our plans include how to add that.
First of all excellent work. I have watched this video at least 25 times and now I want to build one with your pdf plans. In your opinion how do you think it would be to use a 24" led tv for the monitor instead of a computer monitor? I was also thinking it might free up space with the built in front speakers on the tv?
It should work just fine. Many have done very similar modifications.
Did you print the marquee on a regular sheet of paper or is it on a transparency type material?
I discussed this on my website article, but card stock.
I did buy your plans for the bartop! I am looking forward to making this with my son. How did you find the radius for the circle. I saw the two points, but what is the radius you used?
Watch the first few minutes of this: ua-cam.com/video/57B_LVGCsKE/v-deo.html
I don't think you have enough buttons on the CP...
Could I get the directions and measurements to this? You have the best and easiest design on UA-cam so far and I would love to use this design for my bartop arcade. I would appreciate the response because this would help me a lot sense I've never worked on a project like this before.
There's a link in the video for those plans and a link in the description for the video. They're not free.
@@petes9845 man that's sucks
The price is pretty reasonable. I think I'm going to do it. That thing would be perfect to place on top of my basement bar and looks like it would be pretty fun to build.
@@petes9845 yeah I might
Can you use an LCD TV or does it need to be and LCD computer monitor?
what size is the monitor and do the plans come with a complete list of all purchases needed to complete the project aslo include the templates for the buttons and speakers
24" and yes.
Do you have any instructions on setting up the joysticks/buttons to work with Retropie?
+metzUK Coming in a video in a about a week or two.
Your video helped me finished mine, thanks
What kind of paper was used for the marquee?