Posted by mckechnossomy on 7, 2000 at 10:19 PM:
In Reply to: Printing a Control Panel Overlay? posted by Fiver on 7, 2000 at 11:45 AM:
Hi, I'm glad you like my overlay :) The easiest way to create something like Robotron 3000 is to use a vector drawing program like FreeHand, Illustrator or CorelDraw. You can use Photoshop or PaintShop Pro but working with a large overlay at up to 300dpi will require a fast computer with tons of RAM. I like having my overlays printed on regular paper and then I cover it with plexiglass, the overlay will then be smooth, shinny, easy to keep clean and the actual overlay won't wear out.
: I checked out the Robotron 3000 and was in awe-- only I still don't have a clue how one would go about creating such a thing. Anyone have a moment to answer my clueless questions or at least point me in the right directions. I have an old Gyruss cab I am in the process of scoping out for a MAME box.
: Sorry for the plethora of questions but I have searched and searched... no luck yet! Please help.
: 1.)What material do I purchase to print on. Vinyl? Where do I get it?
: 2.)I hear Lexan mentioned as though it is a fabric like material and a glasslike material. (and a dessert topping and a household cleaner - sparkle is both!)
: Are there different kinds, and where do I get it. What about glue?
: 3.)Assuming I have this wonderful material, can I print on it using my plain old inkjet. Will it run or fade or smudge? Should I go to a print shop?
: Thanks-- I've been reading and reading and this is a great resource so far.
: --Fiver