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* [[FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]]. The FAQ page has a lot of topics covered and can point you in the right direction. If you are new to the hobby or are looking for a specific piece of information, the FAQ is the first place to check. | * [[FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]]. The FAQ page has a lot of topics covered and can point you in the right direction. If you are new to the hobby or are looking for a specific piece of information, the FAQ is the first place to check. | ||
− | * [[Build_an_OND_designed_cab_Metropolis| | + | * [[Build_an_OND_designed_cab_Metropolis|Example project by OND]]. This example project shows design decisions, building techniques and general insight in what the building part of the hobby is about. If you want a basic impression of what skills are involved in building a cabinet, OND's project is well worth reading. |
=Basic Arcade Cabinet Information= | =Basic Arcade Cabinet Information= |
Latest revision as of 05:52, 18 March 2014
BYOAC Portal Basics
BYOAC is all about building arcade cabinets and controls to capture that arcade feeling at home. A lot of people will look at an arcade cabinet and say "Hey, that looks easy - it's just a screen, some wood and some buttons.", but arcade cabinets aren't quite as simple as many people think. Here's a good place to start learning about the various ins and outs of arcade machines in general.
Places to start
- Frequently Asked Questions. The FAQ page has a lot of topics covered and can point you in the right direction. If you are new to the hobby or are looking for a specific piece of information, the FAQ is the first place to check.
- Example project by OND. This example project shows design decisions, building techniques and general insight in what the building part of the hobby is about. If you want a basic impression of what skills are involved in building a cabinet, OND's project is well worth reading.
Basic Arcade Cabinet Information
- Arcade Cabinet
- Basic guide to build a cabinet
- Converting a Cabinet
- Restoring an Old Cabinet
- Connecting a PC to an Arcade Cabinet (an overview)
- Glossary