How to Make an Arcade Machine: Part 2
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In part two of How to make an Arcade Machine, Mike from The Geek Pub walks through the process of installing all of the electronics into the arcade cabinet. Using this machine you will be able to play all of the old school retro arcade games including PacMan and Galaga!
In part three of this video we will cover installing all of the t-moulding, the lighted marquee, and the graphics on the sides.
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anyone notice that 1up is on the right side of the cabinet ? I've always known 1up to be left
I plan on using your videos and website to source my own project, one thing I noticed that you may consider is taking 30 seconds or so near the end of the videos to point out where viewers can find your other videos "see description below" kind of thing. I know it may seem mundane but the more basic you make it the more praise you'll recieve.
Cheers.
I'm not sure what you mean. I do that very thing in every video. In addition to annotations and cards on every video.
At 5:38 .. I must say, good choice of including a microwave in your cabinet. I also crave a hot pocket whilst gaming. Cheers!
Great video all around. You don't really show all the wooden parts of the cabinet being cut off but gives a good idea. Also, you should post the Amazon links for the parts on the description. Thanks.
Excellent build and great video! The rocker switch up top is a nice touch. btw you have a killer workshop.
looking good!
I Like To Make Stuff I could get more done if I would quit playing it so much! :-)
+TheGeekPub hello cool man :) nice work
You probably dont give a shit but if you're stoned like me atm then you can watch pretty much all the latest series on Instaflixxer. Been binge watching with my gf for the last months :)
@Tristan John Yup, have been watching on InstaFlixxer for years myself :)
I will try to make one following your videos, with a single change, I will give a better use to a trinitron tv because I am interested in being able to use light guns. Excellent video, thank you very much for sharing your knowledge with everyone
In my opinion this is your best project yet! I'm so glad you're uploading regularly again. Do you have an estimated cost for this build?
alexspinaas Thanks so much Alex! Its hard to say, because I recycled a lot of stuff for it that I already had laying around. As a guess, I'd say you'd need $650 if you didn't have anything and had to buy it all. Of course, I'm leaving out any tool costs.
Arcade top!! Congratulations. I'm From Brazil.👍
This is so cool! Good thing you are ordering some other colored buttons. I think it will look a lot cooler. Looking forward to the next episode.
CMR Woodworks | Chris McDowell I like options! :-)
This might be a dumb question but I always thought those happ joysticks should be installed from the top with a stud and a nut. I like how you just used screw to install from the bottom. I wanna put iL Eurosticks in my SF2 Arcade1up cab, which screws did you use? My control deck is only .5" thick mdf so my screws would have to be shorter but those screws look like the perfect size for the joystick mounting plates!
I had to replace the joystick on my x-arcade (that looked like the ones in this video) because they sucked for fighting games, i change them for the IL (Industrias Lorenzo) and they are soo good 😊
What size monitor will this cabinet support? I think I’m gonna use your plans. What’s the largest size monitor that can be added?
I have got to make one of these! Thanks so much for the help!
THIS IS FREAKING AWESOME!!!!!!! I think I may even be able to do this! Holy Cow you have gotten me excited about this! I will be in touch! :)
Chris
+Chris Pine If you make it, you have to share some pictures with me on my Facebook page! I love seeing other people's work!
+TheGeekPub hey its me again. I think i have my software issue down now. But what i dont understand is how you made all you electrics sync up with your power adapter and switch.
For example if i just turned the power on that way. my tv monitor and pc would not turn on, as you have to normally press the buttons on them manually. also if you just turned everything off with the switch, when u turned the pc back on it would detect it hadnt shut down properly and want to recover. Do you just have software for these problems or what?
Looks good. If you take the plastic off the front of the monitor you can get the monitor sitting a lot more flush with the screen bezel. Then run the screen bezel right around the scree
Not possible.
It would be, you just may need a cutting tool.
@@brendongyde I guess if you like losing the warranty on a $500 monitor.
If you purchased this new for this project not advisable. Personally would use a second hand screen.
The Goat at work!!
Yes! It's here. I've been waiting for this post. Love the last build. So glad you have the geekpub back up and running. Love your vids man! Epic!
rylch44 Thanks!
Definitely my next project
If your going to play mostly games from the 80s turn the screen sideways and go for that if it’s 90s games go for this version
What kind of buttons/switches did you use? I've been shopping around for fightsticks for the Ps4 and it seems like there are some premium options (Hori Hayabusa, Sanwa/Seimitsu, etc) but I'm curious if you think they are worth it for a project like this?
What website did you use to add the games?
I was wondering on what type of PC you used for this arcade. It looked like a custom build one but wasn't for sure. And would do you have preference on a PC tower arcade compared to your Raspberry Pi arcade.
I used a custom built PC that I had in the closet for this build, but have since replaced it with a Raspberry Pi 3.
TheGeekPub is it easy to install hyperspin on the pi? I just got mine set up on Windows and want to move it to a pi when I order one
I'm in the middle of making my own street fighter themed cabinet same style as your own.ill be sure to post a few pics to your Facebook page I just joined it a few minutes ago.
what a lovely job you done on your cabinet great to see a great craftsman at work.by the way what size screen did you use. All the best from Ireland
Brian
+dubsskyline My screen is a 27" Acer Touch. Good luck!
We are almost finished with our build. I’m confused on the two button towards the bottom of the control deck. Which layout is this?
I've been thinking about building one for a long time, I've always loved woodworking, tech and videogames and it would be a great project to use some of my tools!
***** It's been one of my very favorite projects!
0:52 so satisfying to hear ^^
Wow!
Hi. Great video. Thanks. The software I've been finding is all emulation of home games. Donkey Kong looks all like Colecovision. Where do you get original arcade ROMs? Thank you.
Loop oo Malip try RetroPie
when will your plans be up for the arcade? You arcade is sweet and awsome by the way
MIKE MANLEY They're up now!
What size screws should I use for the electrical box? On mine the holes are pretty big, probably 1/4" Should I be using a #10 1/2" sheet metal screw? I don't want the screw poking through the 3/4" MDF.
I have a question. Are the buttons on the left and right end sides of the control panel coin buttons? I'm confused. I also barely saw the joystick being wired in the video.
Dumb question. Do the plans on your site include how to wire the controls to the computer? I am extremely new to this. But building one of these has been a dream I have had for a while.
The arcade controls you pick should come with wiring instructions. I don't include it in the plans because there are a hundred different kits that all work different. If you buy the controls listed in my plans your golden.
+TheGeekPub Awesome. Thank you.
I wish you would have shown me how to connect the plugs to the light switch, I'm trying to figure it out.
Hello what size of monitor did you use for this?
I'm an absolute beginner with electrical wiring in that I have no idea what I'm doing but I wanted to add a switch to the bartop build. I've bought everything I need but now I have a problem. Even after buying the plans from the site I'm clueless as to how to wire in a switch to the whole setup seeing as the switch is separate from the quad box. I have three spools of wire each color coded white/black/green. I also have wire caps. Should I cap the the black wires from the power cord and switch together and then run loose black wire from the switch to the 2 gang box setup as usual? Then run power cord's neutral wire straight to the 2 gang box setup as usual and cap all ground wires together?
When is part 3 coming. Great video by the way
Amazing Video! Love your work and youtube :) When will the plans and measurements be up. Looking to build one like yours :)
Alex Cowie I'll have the plans up with the final video (part 3). I'm STILL waiting on my graphics to arrive. Hopefully by next week. Thanks so much for your kind comments!
Good stuff. Although I really don't get why so many of these builds are putting a coin slot on the front......
It would look more nostalgic with a CRT monitor installed ;)
But it would weigh a ton, use a fortune in electricity, and put off a lot of heat.
Awsome how much did this all cost
What specs was the computers, something running Windows 98?
I know this is a older post. But is it possible to provide some direction on how to wire up the receptacle and switch. I have stuck on this for hours. Thanks
www.thegeekpub.com/product-category/downloadable-plans/arcade-plans/
TheGeekPub Thanks for your prompt reply.
Is there any advantage in using the PCs board to wire the controllers, versus connecting the wire directly to the pins on the raspberry pi?
I wrote a whole article on that at my website. TL'DR for you... yes. a ton of reasons.
Whats the size of the monitor?
27"
Can you do one about the software? I wanna make a minecraft cabinet
Hello sir, what about electronic course?
u didnt show how u got the coin box to work .... do did u gt it to register coin inputs on the pc/ emulator
It's on my website.
Hi i buy the arcade bottom 2 player from your amazon store and i dont find a structure or steeps to follow at the setup of it
Is the coin door just for looks or is it practical
I use it all the time.
Could I apply this to an old classic cabinet if I remake the top where the buttons go?
Thanks for these videos Mike - I'm looking forward to making my machine.. One question - does your inclusion of the TOUCH screen LCD mean that you use that to scroll through and choose your game through the front-end? What front-end do you use?
Question, is the monitor just sitting in the cabinet and on the rails or did you secure it more? I haven't found anything else on the blueprints or website?
It just sits there. There is no need to secure it. Unless you plan on tumping the cabinet over or are afraid it might get stolen if in a public setting.
In the case you do want to secure it, just add a board behind the monitor and screw it into the VESA mount holes with some machine screws.
Hi, I would like to know where did you buy the eletronic stuff. Do you have the specifications for them? And how about the PC? Can you tell a little more about it? Thanks.
+Douglas M. Landmann I'm planning to make a Part 4 that covers all of that in a week or two.
+TheGeekPub That will be great! Thanks!
+TheGeekPub That will be great! Thanks!
Nice video bro. It sounds like the Bluejays wanna play galaga. Did you need to use an amplifier with the speakers? Or just wire them straight from the raspberry?
Those speakers are USB powered (built in amplifier). That's why I use them all the time. So easy and sound good.
@@TheGeekPub Nice. U can power the straight from the raspberry? Or did you power fron the usb on the outlet? Or would either way be fine?
Should'a put a CRT in it, just for authenticity now Your gonna say it's impossible, but theres such thing as an HDMI to AV converter, also HDMI to component And CRTS (the really good ones) support Component
+TheKHfan358over3d I covered this in detail... but what the heck. I specifically chose NOT to use a CRT because of 1) cos,, 2) weight, 3) excessive power consumption, 4) form factor, 5) my need for touch screen, and 6) reliability. All covered in great detail on my website if you want to know more.
TheGeekPub hmm, still a CRT is more reliable for gaming, and considering your playing older arcade games it'd perfectly simulate how it's like
Sweet videos, really appreciate them.
Something I noticed; traditionally 1player is on the left, and 2player is on the right, I noticed it is reversed in your setup (perhaps intentional).
+Lorenz “Lysistrata” A Yes, it's intentional. I felt like 99% of the time is one player, and I wanted to stand in front of the cabinet. It's literally at 3 second change to switch it though.
Hmm.. Maybe I can make it?
does the monitor just rest in the machine or is it secured somehow?
never mind i just saw the exact same comment
It is a press fit, but I also include a VESA mounting option.
sanwa or seimitsu sticks/buttons are better. They have better sensitivity and they just feel better overall
+SENzA Send me a set and I'll be happy to try them out!
www.focusattack.com/pushbuttons/popular-brands/sanwa/
+SENzA You forgot to include your credit card number... ;-)
TheGeekPub 6969-6969-6969-6969 expiration date june 9 2069 security code 696
+SENzA tried using it i got error code 69 ;)
Does hyperspin work with mame? Or is there any special software that's needed ?
David Dobson yes hyperspin accepts MAME as an emulator
Hi. I am still very confused about how the coin mech works. I have looked on the webpage and am very confused. Could you explain how to set it up to me? Thanks!
There's a video in the guild section.
TheGeekPub guild seccion????
Does the coin door actually work?
byWieger Yes. It is 100% functional.
+TheGeekPub awesome!
cool
You need a 0.125" steel frame to better-secure the coin box, or they'll pry it out through the MDF and steal all your quarters, then come back a week later, steal the quarters again, and complain that the machines are all broken and should be fixed. :)
+Eight Virtues Since this is a home arcade, I don't think I need to worry too much. ;-)
What Type Of Wood Was Used For The Cabinet?
RickyRacoon 1 3/4" MDF
+TheGeekPub How much did this cabinet cost for you or does it say in your plan PDF
wait can you explain how the coin mech works with the PC????
+Videogametourist It connects to the same controller all of the buttons and joysticks connect to.
So you just use a PC to power it then?
Or a Raspberry Pi.
can you plug the usb fan in your computer?
Most certainly!
What size is the tv
Link in description..........
wouldn't it have been easier and/or cheaper to just take a regular computer case fan and plug it directly on to the motherboard headers of the pc instead of using a usb fan?
+Benoit de Perthuis USB fans are the same price, and don't require me cutting a hole in the PC. Plus, the idea is the cabinet is supposed to be independent of the PC. I can replace the PC at will and the fan will always plug right in.
Is this easy for me to do (i have no experience with this)
It's easy enough if you have a basic knowledge of carpentry skills. Do not expect a step-by-step tutorial from this guy though. His plans are a good deal if you already know what you're doing and you have previous knowledge of arcade cabinet builds. He leaves a lot of crucial stuff out. Like in this video when he did the speaker bar. You didn't show where he got the speaker bar from and he didn't show us him putting it in.
how much the wood cost to you?
$34
I'd say switch the joysticks to some 4 to 8 way's and you're all set.
When I was a kid and arcades were popular they had a semi-indoor arcade at White Water (an amusement park). I remember playing a game (which escapes me) that sent a mild electric shock through you when pressing the coin return button at the coin box. Most of the players were coming in from the pool and water rides. The floor was wet and with wet fingers on the control panel... Guess I was lucky.
Hello! Do you sell your arcade cabinets? Looking to commission someone for a custom. :)
I don't, but its something I am considering doing at some point in the future.
We're do all the coins go ? The geek pub
Into a coffee can right now. I've had plans for some time to build a coin catch.
could u make a parts list
Check the description for the link to it...
TheGeekPub I did but there's no link to the coin door
It's in the plans....
TheGeekPub ooh lol ok thanks for getting to me so fast
still can't find the coin mech its not in the plans
Looking for something to complain about. When he screwed that switch down on the top and did one side all the way down. It sounded like something crunched and looked like it flexed. I can see the switch bursting into flames down the road. Did it ?
I was looking for how actual arcade cabinets were made, but this is okay I guess.
I failed
kelven zhong Lmao, what did you do with the peices?
What is the link or title of the video for installing the games and set up?
Are you seriously too lazy to just click his channel icon and scroll down to it?
Rude! He said there was a video about installing and setting up MAME on his channel. Naturally, looking for what was described, I looked for a title along the lines of "how to use MAME" or "installing and setting up MAME... Not something about a raspberry pi arcade. Do you expect me to assume a video with a title to do with a raspbery pi arcade to have installation and set up of MAME when THIS arcade build doesn't?
Kim Pearson how was I supposed to know he was referring to retro pi and not MAME?
Kim Pearson I literally just learned about this kind of stuff a couple days ago and only knew about MAME.
a windows pc to run a simple arcade machine... are you kidding me? for $80 you can get a pandorabox 3D or something similar. $110 and you have a pandorabox 3d together with all the switches for a 2 player arcade and 2 joysticks.
Go for it. I think I spent $25 on that PC at a yard sale though.