Posted by mckechnossomy on 18, 2000 at 1:42 PM:
In Reply to: Building my own console. Advice please! posted by JustinT on 18, 2000 at 10:27 AM:
An alternative to a keyboard hack would be to hack a Gravis GamePad Pro or a Macally iShock gamepad. Both use inputsprockets and work with MacMAME. They have enough connections to wire two joysticks and 6 or more buttons.
: Hi folks! I have spent 2 weeks reading all Mame control sites out there, and I think I've gained enough confidance to make my own now. For the record, I'm 28 years old, and want to be 14 again ;)
: Anyhow, it seems that Happ controls are the way to go. I need some general advice on building my setup:
: a) I will go for the keyboard hack method. I will use a USB keyboard (building this for MacMAME, on a G3). Will those 'paper layered' keyboards work? It doesn't seem to me like these newer design will let you solder that easily.
: b) What exact Happ part do you long-timers recommend for a joystick? I want it to be 8 way (combine corners) and it must NOT click. Happ has too many joysticks!
: c) Does each Happ button have everything I need, or do I need to purchase a separate part for complete assembly and mount?
: d) If you think I might be overlooking assembly parts, please raise your hand. Once I place my order, I guess there's no turning back!
: -2 joysticks
: -8 buttons
: -1 'player 1 start' button
: -1 cherry mini button (insert coin)
: Thanks a ton, I can't wait to get this started!