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<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Cost */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> See [[In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet]] for plans and details.<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> Original 1-player option: £124.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> 2-player option: + £61.00 = £185.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> == Cost breakdown ==<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> '''Can we compromise by adding an external 6-button joypad for 2-player game sessions?'''<br /> <br /> '''Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making'''<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1120 2021-05-14T19:14:55Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* What is being asked for */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> See [[In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet]] for plans and details.<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> Original 1-player option: £124.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> 2-player option: + £61.00 = £185.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> '''Can we compromise by adding an external 6-button joypad for 2-player game sessions?'''<br /> <br /> '''Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making'''<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1119 2021-05-14T19:14:09Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Title */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> See [[In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet]] for plans and details.<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> Original 1-player option: £124.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> 2-player option: + £61.00 = £185.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> '''Can we compromise by adding an external 6-button joypad for 2-player game sessions?'''<br /> <br /> '''Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making'''<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1118 2021-05-14T19:11:56Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Comments */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> Original 1-player option: £124.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> 2-player option: + £61.00 = £185.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> '''Can we compromise by adding an external 6-button joypad for 2-player game sessions?'''<br /> <br /> '''Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making'''<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1117 2021-05-14T19:10:44Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Cost */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> Original 1-player option: £124.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> 2-player option: + £61.00 = £185.89 for all parts excluding wood<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> Can we compromise by adding an external 6-button joypad for 2-player game sessions?<br /> <br /> Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1116 2021-05-14T19:04:48Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Comments */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> Can we compromise by adding an external 6-button joypad for 2-player game sessions?<br /> <br /> Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1115 2021-05-14T19:03:54Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Who is for it */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace:<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> Can we compromise by using a 6-button joypad for 2-player games?<br /> <br /> Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1114 2021-05-14T19:03:23Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Comments */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace.<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> Should a 2-player cabinet be built?<br /> <br /> This will dictate a higher budget - also the control panel will be far wider, meaning the whole cabinet must be wider too(!)<br /> <br /> Will there be many users playing 2-player sessions? How often? Is this a valid design option?<br /> <br /> It will mean shifting the 1-player controls permanently to one side.<br /> <br /> Can we compromise by using a 6-button joypad for 2-player games?<br /> <br /> Please discuss in Slack channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1113 2021-05-14T18:56:12Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* What is being asked for */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> ==Donations of items we have already:==<br /> <br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> <br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> <br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> <br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> <br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace.<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1112 2021-05-14T18:55:26Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* What is being asked for */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> Raspberry Pi 3b+ board<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus<br /> £33.90<br /> <br /> NEC MULTISYNC LCD 20.1&quot; 1600x1200 DVI-I DVI-D VGA<br /> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/373476532022<br /> £29.99<br /> <br /> The difference in budget is dictated by whether we have a 2-player arcade cabiniet or 1-player (x 2 of the following parts)<br /> <br /> Picade X HAT (interface for joysticks &amp; buttons to RaspPi) x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-x-hat-usb-c<br /> £15.90 x 2?<br /> <br /> Sanwa 8-way arcade joystick x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-8-way-arcade-joystick-jlf-tp-8yt<br /> £26.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> 6x Sanwa arcade buttons x 2?<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/official-sanwa-arcade-button<br /> 6 x £2.25 = £13.50 x 2?<br /> <br /> Picade Wiring loom (wires joystick &amp; buttons to Picade)<br /> https://thepihut.com/products/picade-wiring-loom-v2<br /> £5.10 x 2?<br /> <br /> Donations of items:<br /> USB Speaker bar for sound<br /> Raspberry Pi 3B+ case, Official power adaptor<br /> SD card, USB Storage pendrive<br /> USB wired keyboard for RaspPi testing and config<br /> Adaptor HDMi to DVI screen cable<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace.<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1111 2021-05-14T18:14:09Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Why/how this will be good to have */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> Slack Channel #decision-making<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace.<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1110 2021-05-14T18:12:15Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Who is for it */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Slack Channel &lt;!-- Which channel discussion on slack --&gt;<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> Any and all members of Norwich Hackspace.<br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1109 2021-05-14T18:11:18Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Date for Decision */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> 21st May 2021<br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Slack Channel &lt;!-- Which channel discussion on slack --&gt;<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1108 2021-05-14T18:10:55Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Date proposed */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> 14th May 2021<br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> Usually one week after posting <br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Slack Channel &lt;!-- Which channel discussion on slack --&gt;<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1107 2021-05-14T18:10:35Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Proposer */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> Tim H-Smith<br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> Usually one week after posting <br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Slack Channel &lt;!-- Which channel discussion on slack --&gt;<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=09/20&diff=1106 2021-05-14T18:10:20Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Title */</p> <hr /> <div>== Title ==<br /> In-house Retro Arcade Game Cabinet<br /> <br /> == Proposer ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Date proposed ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Date for Decision ==<br /> Usually one week after posting <br /> <br /> == Cost ==<br /> &lt;!-- this should include purchase cost prefrably with an internet link, cost of consumables, --&gt;<br /> <br /> == What is being asked for ==<br /> <br /> == Why/how this will be good to have ==<br /> Slack Channel &lt;!-- Which channel discussion on slack --&gt;<br /> <br /> == Who is for it ==<br /> <br /> <br /> == Comments ==<br /> <br /> == Outcome ==<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- This can be used to update the progress of the proposal --&gt;<br /> &lt;!-- Agreed - Completed<br /> Agreed - waiting action<br /> Rejected - <br /> More information required<br /> On hold --&gt;</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1094 2021-04-23T16:57:00Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, via an emulator.<br /> <br /> One of the cheapest and low-powered machines to run it on is the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also require:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, made using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would it benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games and many more. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here].<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> After a test, Lakka was superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end. This includes locking away the advanced options, so when the final arcade cabinet is built, the menus will be for purposes of playing the games and starring the HackSpace members most played games for a Favourites Game List, which is needed as there are too many games to choose from initially. Password protection can be added for advanced options, servicing the arcade cabinet system settings. The GUI menus, front-end are also more suitable, as RPi RetroArch will be used and Lakka front-end was developed by the RetroArch team.<br /> <br /> ===How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?===<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Display===<br /> <br /> The Final Burn Alpha games run typically on a 4:3 ratio screen. We need a display which is this ratio, lightweight so it can be installed in the cabinet safely. Also a larger screen is preferred, as long as it does not exceed the cabinet's requirement in dimensions - width and height. A suitable screen can be installed and mounted, we can even recycle a non-used screen donated to the HackSpace.<br /> <br /> It was suggested a screen that can be detached from it's stand, back elements could be very suitable.<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons===<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Audio/Speakers===<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear===<br /> <br /> ===Items and Materials needed broken down===<br /> <br /> ===Cost of items===<br /> <br /> ===Labour and possible roles broken down===</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1093 2021-04-23T16:56:36Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, via an emulator.<br /> <br /> One of the cheapest and low-powered machines to run it on is the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also require:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, made using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would it benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games and many more. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here].<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> After a test, Lakka was superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end. This includes locking away the advanced options, so when the final arcade cabinet is built, the menus will be for purposes of playing the games and starring the HackSpace members most played games for a Favourites Game List, which is needed as there are too many games to choose from initially. Password protection can be added for advanced options, servicing the arcade cabinet system settings. The GUI menus, front-end are also more suitable, as RPi RetroArch will be used and Lakka front-end was developed by the RetroArch team.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Display===<br /> <br /> The Final Burn Alpha games run typically on a 4:3 ratio screen. We need a display which is this ratio, lightweight so it can be installed in the cabinet safely. Also a larger screen is preferred, as long as it does not exceed the cabinet's requirement in dimensions - width and height. A suitable screen can be installed and mounted, we can even recycle a non-used screen donated to the HackSpace.<br /> <br /> It was suggested a screen that can be detached from it's stand, back elements could be very suitable.<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons===<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Audio/Speakers===<br /> <br /> ===Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear===<br /> <br /> ===Items and Materials needed broken down===<br /> <br /> ===Cost of items===<br /> <br /> ===Labour and possible roles broken down===</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1092 2021-04-11T15:18:08Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, via an emulator.<br /> <br /> One of the cheapest and low-powered machines to run it on is the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also require:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, made using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would it benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games and many more. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here].<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1091 2021-04-11T15:16:46Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Proposal */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, via an emulator.<br /> <br /> One of the cheapest and low-powered machines to run it on is the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also require:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, made using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games and many more. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here].<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1090 2021-04-11T12:54:13Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Description of retro arcade game cabinet */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, made using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games and many more. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here].<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1089 2021-04-11T12:53:03Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Which emulators and games are available? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games and many more. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here].<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1088 2021-04-11T12:51:30Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Which emulators and games are available? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/ http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here]<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1087 2021-04-11T12:50:54Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Which emulators and games are available */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available?===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games. For a full list of included emulators in Final Burn Alpha (FBA) see [http://www.lakka.tv/doc/Arcade/]<br /> <br /> A full game list of compatible roms can be found [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/libretro/fbalpha/master/gamelist.txt here]<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1086 2021-04-10T20:44:54Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Research materials */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> ===Which emulators and games are available===<br /> <br /> Currently the Raspberry Pi runs a very decent emulator named [https://retroarch.com RetroArch] which is cross-platform.<br /> <br /> The most extensive game list with most desired games belongs to Final Burn Alpha, which also incorporates the MAME ROM games.<br /> <br /> ===Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?===<br /> <br /> The RetroArch team created a deployable RetroArch with a front-end called [https://lakka.tv Lakka] which after a test was also superior and more customisable than the RetroPie front end.<br /> <br /> How can the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Requirements for Cabinet &amp; Mounting gear<br /> <br /> Items and Materials needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1085 2021-04-10T20:35:53Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: </p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be mounted on steel parts, using a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display (CNC?)<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1084 2021-04-10T20:34:15Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Description of retro arcade game cabinet */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> The electrical equipment all needs to be powered.<br /> <br /> The screen would need the most power, and may be a CNC developed and built in-house, see [https://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=Plasma_CNC Plasma_CNC] in projects in this wiki.<br /> <br /> Overall, the arcade game cabinet must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display (CNC?)<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1083 2021-04-08T22:49:57Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Proposal */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose a retro arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> ===Description of retro arcade game cabinet===<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> This all needs to be powered. It must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display (CNC?)<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1082 2021-04-08T19:50:19Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* Research materials */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose an arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> This all needs to be powered. It must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display (CNC?)<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1081 2021-04-08T19:49:20Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* How would benefit the Hackspace? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose an arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> This all needs to be powered. It must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ===Why do it and how would benefit the Hackspace?===<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi or other target platform can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1080 2021-04-08T19:47:33Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: /* How would benefit the Hackspace? */</p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose an arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> This all needs to be powered. It must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ==How would benefit the Hackspace?==<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it.<br /> <br /> The arcade game cabinet can help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace and may make the hackspace more popular.<br /> <br /> Similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented on the internet, making it a very achieveable project.<br /> <br /> The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves.<br /> <br /> As part of the games corner it would also help members forge relationships.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi or other target platform can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1079 2021-04-08T19:45:02Z

<p>Tim H-Smith: </p> <hr /> <div>==Proposal==<br /> <br /> We propose an arcade game cabinet machine to be built and situated in the hackspace.<br /> <br /> Arcade games from the last 40 years have been preserved on the internet and are freely distributable as ROMs. These ROMs can run on various platforms, including one of the cheapest and smallest options, the ARM processor powered [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/raspberry-pi-3-model-b-plus/ Raspberry Pi]. It would also need:<br /> * A screen that could be mounted in the arcade game cabinet easily<br /> * Speakers mounted in the arcade game cabinet<br /> * 8-way arcade stick and various buttons mounted in front of the screen<br /> * The arcade game cabinet itself<br /> This all needs to be powered. It must be built to be clean and safe to use as well as durable.<br /> <br /> ==How would benefit the Hackspace?==<br /> <br /> Norwich Hackspace already have plans for a games corner. This would be an amazing start to it. It help relieve stress, give people a place to do something non-working in the hackspace. Because similar projects have been finished and very referenced/documented, it is a very achieveable project. It may make the hackspace more popular. The project would directly benefit those planning and working on it by developing their skills and their selves. As part of the games corner it would also help members forge relationships.<br /> <br /> ==Research materials==<br /> <br /> Items needed broken down<br /> <br /> Cost of items<br /> <br /> Labour and possible roles broken down<br /> <br /> Which emulators and games are available<br /> <br /> How the Raspberry Pi or other target platform can be connected to which peripherals<br /> <br /> Which front end for emulator meets the requirement and why?<br /> <br /> Requirements for Display<br /> <br /> Requirements for Joysticks &amp; Buttons<br /> <br /> Requirements for Audio/Speakers</div>

Tim H-Smith http://wiki.norwichhackspace.org/index.php?title=In-house_Retro_Arcade_Game_Cabinet&diff=1078 2021-04-08T17:32:05Z

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