Control Panel Wiring

Wired up the Control Panel this weekend. I started by wiring the Ground on each microswitch and split this into two different circuits, one for Player 1 and the other for Player 2. Next I wired each Button to its corresponding connection on the IPAC.

Once all the wiring was done I hooked up the Control Panel to the Computer via the PS2 cable and booted, and what I got was an Keyboard Error. So for the next couple of hours I troubleshooted this until I found the source of the Error: A FAULTY connector on the IPAC. If I had the COIN2 wired then I would get the error but without the connection the Keyboard is detected correctly and boots.

Control Panel Covering & Mounting

I got the control panel overlay from Ozstick yesterday. I covered the Control Panel last night with the overlay and cut the holes with a knife. I had all the buttons and joysticks mounted in less than a hour and I am more than pleased with the results. The overlay looks and feels very professional and should hopefully last for a few years of use.

The Monitor Shelf & CP Test Fitting

Added the frame for the monitor shelf this weekend. I made the frame out of pine and secured it to the cabinet with 35mm wood screws. All I need do now is make the top and secure that down.

I also tested the positioning of the Player 1 Joystick to ensure it did not hit the side rail of the control panel frame and it fitted in with over a 5mm gap.

Control Panel Construction Update

Finally managed to do some more work on the control panel by finishing off the drilling on the Administration button holes and bolt holes for the joysticks. I also built and fitted the frame to hold the Control Panel into the cabinet.