The official UKVaC hall of shame cab thread
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ShinraArcade
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Sorry for duplicating this but though it should be in it's rightful place. Original thread by TheDaddy, so don't blame me for any hernia's
http://www.ukvac.com/forum/topic373371_post1117328.html#1117328
http://www.ukvac.com/forum/topic373371_post1117328.html#1117328
Also wanted to grab the pics and eBay description before it disappears!
Here goes:
DIY Arcade machine made from a head board for a bed - Raspberry Pi, Retropie
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DIY Arcade machine made from a head board for a bed. Condition is Used. Collection in person only.
So, you are bidding on a one of a kind DIY arcade-like machine, which I built in 5 months in my spare time using a headboard for a bed I acquired. I built around it, attached 2 arcade joysticks, stencilled, painted and am using a monitor inside a custom casing I built. It's kinda modular, I.e. the boards at the bottom, you slot in at the bottom to create the full assembly, but can be removed when you need to put it in a van for collection (transit van is highly recommended, or a van with good head clearance). The boards used at the bottom are MDF, cut to size, varnished and painted to keep the colour theme I had going.
It's powered using Raspberry Pi 3b and retropie and I have a Micro SD card with pre-installed retropie and emulated games I currently own (I was using this as a backup for my currently owned retro systems with cartridges that are slowly oxidizing).
I coded retropie a little to change screen orientation, especially useful when playing MAME games, such as Galaga - It looks so cool. Note: The underside shows my construction limitations - There are protruding screws (and bolts behind the housing for the monitor). I am making you aware, because I will not take responsibility for any injury caused by misuse or hyperactive children
. Also made mainly from wood so be aware that as with any wood based stuff, it can set on fire if you're careless with matches and cigarettes. Again, I cannot take responsibility for this. By buying this item, you have agreed to do so at your own risk of these typical dangers (again, I mention this because it's a DIY project I assembled a year ago so is not a retail item, but has been made with some off the shelf parts).
It has 2 plugs, one for the Pi and the other for the Monitor. You will need 2 AAA batteries for the speaker, which is a plunge based one i.e. press it onto the wood and it turns the surface into a speaker. This is situated inside, below the monitor
Tested and working fine. Selling because I want to make space for my girlfriend when we do decide to move in together. Got to plan for the future you see. This would make a great discussion piece in any house and ideal for the retrogeek.
Note: I cannot take responsibility for damage or injury caused by this device. I have outlined the issues you may have with this and will be clear that this is a DIY project, one of a kind, and not a retail sold machine
On 29-Oct-19 at 16:48:42 GMT, seller added the following information:
Additionally: This is for the whole unit, not just for what you want to unscrew and take away. I will not be willing to sell if this is your intention - I need the space, remember, plus I want this cool little DIY project to go to somebody who will appreciate it
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http://www.ukvac.com/forum/topic373371_post1117328.html#1117328
http://www.ukvac.com/forum/topic373371_post1117328.html#1117328
Also wanted to grab the pics and eBay description before it disappears!
Here goes:
DIY Arcade machine made from a head board for a bed - Raspberry Pi, Retropie
[sub][/sub][sup][/sup]
DIY Arcade machine made from a head board for a bed. Condition is Used. Collection in person only.
So, you are bidding on a one of a kind DIY arcade-like machine, which I built in 5 months in my spare time using a headboard for a bed I acquired. I built around it, attached 2 arcade joysticks, stencilled, painted and am using a monitor inside a custom casing I built. It's kinda modular, I.e. the boards at the bottom, you slot in at the bottom to create the full assembly, but can be removed when you need to put it in a van for collection (transit van is highly recommended, or a van with good head clearance). The boards used at the bottom are MDF, cut to size, varnished and painted to keep the colour theme I had going.
It's powered using Raspberry Pi 3b and retropie and I have a Micro SD card with pre-installed retropie and emulated games I currently own (I was using this as a backup for my currently owned retro systems with cartridges that are slowly oxidizing).
I coded retropie a little to change screen orientation, especially useful when playing MAME games, such as Galaga - It looks so cool. Note: The underside shows my construction limitations - There are protruding screws (and bolts behind the housing for the monitor). I am making you aware, because I will not take responsibility for any injury caused by misuse or hyperactive children
. Also made mainly from wood so be aware that as with any wood based stuff, it can set on fire if you're careless with matches and cigarettes. Again, I cannot take responsibility for this. By buying this item, you have agreed to do so at your own risk of these typical dangers (again, I mention this because it's a DIY project I assembled a year ago so is not a retail item, but has been made with some off the shelf parts).It has 2 plugs, one for the Pi and the other for the Monitor. You will need 2 AAA batteries for the speaker, which is a plunge based one i.e. press it onto the wood and it turns the surface into a speaker. This is situated inside, below the monitor
Tested and working fine. Selling because I want to make space for my girlfriend when we do decide to move in together. Got to plan for the future you see. This would make a great discussion piece in any house and ideal for the retrogeek.
Note: I cannot take responsibility for damage or injury caused by this device. I have outlined the issues you may have with this and will be clear that this is a DIY project, one of a kind, and not a retail sold machine
On 29-Oct-19 at 16:48:42 GMT, seller added the following information:
Additionally: This is for the whole unit, not just for what you want to unscrew and take away. I will not be willing to sell if this is your intention - I need the space, remember, plus I want this cool little DIY project to go to somebody who will appreciate it
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KILL IT WITH FIRE AND STICKS!
I dread to think what they're going to do to the Daytona 2.
I dread to think what they're going to do to the Daytona 2.
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And if you’re left handed you can play as Player 2
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Are those… cup holders?
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A thing of beauty this one...
Here is something i made a few years back for a company who wanted to display a laptop were the control panel is. Designed to slot together but fit in a box and sent via courier. Eventually got cut from a white 15mm cardboard and printed in their branding.
