Keyboard Encoders - Revision history

PL1: /* Mini-PAC */

2016-07-01T03:36:41Z

‎Mini-PAC

PL1 at 11:38, 12 December 2014

2014-12-12T11:38:24Z

PL1: /* KADE */

2014-08-21T02:53:27Z

‎KADE

PL1 at 02:57, 20 August 2014

2014-08-20T02:57:35Z

PL1: /* X-Arcade BYO Kit */

2014-07-13T01:46:24Z

‎X-Arcade BYO Kit

Megaweapon: /* JammASD */

2014-06-10T19:44:04Z

‎JammASD

Megaweapon: /* JammASD */

2014-06-10T19:33:44Z

‎JammASD

Megaweapon: Added JammASD

2014-06-10T18:55:42Z

Added JammASD

PL1: /* J-PAC */

2014-03-12T00:18:58Z

‎J-PAC

PL1: /* I-PAC VE */

2014-03-12T00:17:10Z

‎I-PAC VE

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 ==Mini-PAC==
-A very versatile keyboard/trackball/spinner encoder. The Mini-PAC interfaces either over USB or over PS2 (PS2 only works for buttons). The interface does not suffer from ghosting and matrix side-effects common to regular USB keyboards. The board is actually a small-size I-PAC2 with 3 optical interfaces added.
+A very versatile keyboard/trackball/spinner encoder. (gamepad outputs added to 2015 version)
-It interfaces 28 buttons and 3 analogue inputs for a trackball and a spinner.
+It has a shift function for adding secondary functions to connected buttons.
-It has default MAME style input mapping and a second programmable mapping. Utilities for programming under DOS, Windows, OSX and Linux are delivered with the Mini-PAC
+===Original version Mini-PAC===
-It has a shift function for adding secondary functions to connected buttons.
+The interface does not suffer from ghosting and matrix side-effects common to regular USB keyboards. The board is actually a small-size I-PAC2 with 3 optical interfaces added.
-An optional harness is available to easy connect the Mini-PAC to 28 buttons/joyctick switches and to 3 analogue controls.
+Inputs can also be programmed as gamepad button outputs.
 '''Relevant Link: [http://ultimarc.com/minipac.html Ultimarc's Mini-PAC Page]'''

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	'''Relevant Link: [http://ultimarc.com/minipac.html Ultimarc's Mini-PAC Page]'''		'''Relevant Link: [http://ultimarc.com/minipac.html Ultimarc's Mini-PAC Page]'''
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		+	==U-HID==
		+	Ultimarc's [http://www.u-hid.com/home/index.php U-HID] allows users to assign a variety of input and output functions to desired pins.
		+
		+	Input devices/types:
		+	* Microswitch buttons/joysticks
		+	* Optical (spinner/trackball/mouse/360 degree steering wheel)
		+	* Analog (potentiometer joystick/pedal/270 degree steering wheel)
		+
		+	Outputs:
		+	* Keyboard
		+	* Gamepad (including analog and digital controls)
		+	* Mouse and mouse buttons
		+	* LED outputs
		+
		+	Total 50 connection pins:
		+	* Max 8 analog axes on 50 possible pins (Windows limitation)
		+	* Max 32 Gamepad buttons on 50 possible pins (Windows limitation)
		+	* Max 8 Quadrature mouse devices on 16 possible pins out of the 50.
		+	* Max 3 Quadrature mouse axes (X, Y and Z, Windows limitation)
		+	* Max 50 keyboard keys on 50 possible pins.
		+	* Max 16 LEDs in any combination of PC or U-HID controlled. (USB 500 mA current limitation).
		+	* Max 50 low-current output drivers.
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		+	==U-HID-G==
		+	The [http://www.u-hid.com/home/uhidg.php U-HID-G] is similar to the U-HID, but with only 8 input pins and a three-axis accelerometer for sensing gravity and motion acceleration.
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		+	==U-HID Nano==
		+	The [http://www.u-hid.com/home/uhid_nano.php U-HID Nano] is similar to the U-HID, but with only 8 input pins.
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	==KADE==		==KADE==
		+	[[image:KADEminiArcade.jpg\|right\|thumb\|KADE miniArcade. Photo © kadevice.com, Used with permission.]]
		+	[[image:KADEmicroArcade.jpg\|right\|thumb\|KADE microArcade. Photo © kadevice.com, Used with permission.]]
	The [http://www.kadevice.com KADE] series of Open Source/Open Hardware encoders allow you to load your choice of various gamepad, keyboard, rotary joystick, or game-console specific firmwares.		The [http://www.kadevice.com KADE] series of Open Source/Open Hardware encoders allow you to load your choice of various gamepad, keyboard, rotary joystick, or game-console specific firmwares.

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-Keyboard Encoders offer the functionality of a keyboard hack in an easy-to-use form.  They offer several benefits including reduction of ghosting, ease in connecting controls and time savings.
+Keyboard Encoders offer the functionality of a keyboard hack in an easy-to-use form.  They offer several benefits including reduction/elimination of ghosting, ease in connecting controls and time savings.
 ==I-PAC2==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html Ultimarc's I-PAC2 Page]'''
 ==I-PAC2 FS32==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html Ultimarc's I-PAC2 Page]'''
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 ==I-PAC4==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipac1.html Ultimarc's I-PAC4 Page]'''
 ==I-PAC VE==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipacve.html Ultimarc's I-PAC VE Page]'''
 ==J-PAC==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/jpac.html Ultimarc's J-PAC Page]'''
 ==JammASD==
 Functionally similar in most respects to the J-PAC, this encoder includes an audio amplifier supporting both mono and stereo sound (vs. the J-PAC's unamplified mono only) as well as an RCA jack for use with a lightgun.  The JammASD is PS/2 only and limited to 7 buttons per player (with no support for Tilt, Service SW or Test buttons).  The JammASD draws power from the JAMMA harness itself or (alternatively) from a PC power supply by wiring a standard 4-pin Molex receptacle to screw terminals on the JammASD.
 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.arcadeitalia.net/jammasd.html ArcadeItalia's JammASD Page]'''
 ==KeyWiz MAX==
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 '''Relevant Link:<br>[http://groovygamegear.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=76_80&products_id=199 GroovyGameGear's KeyWiz MAX Page]'''
 ==KeyWiz Eco 2==
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 '''Relevant Link:<br>[http://groovygamegear.com/webstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=76_80&products_id=200 GroovyGameGear's KeyWiz Eco 2 Page]'''
 ==KE18==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.hagstromelectronics.com/products/ke18.html Hagstrom's KE18 Page]'''
 ==KE24==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.hagstromelectronics.com/products/ke24.html Hagstrom's KE24 Page]'''
 ==KE-USB36==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.hagstromelectronics.com/products/ke_usb36.html Hagstrom's KE-USB36 Page]'''
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 ==KE72==
 [[image:ke72.jpg|right|thumb|KE72]]
 The KE72 features 72 individual inputs.  Each input may be programmed to output a single keystroke, or a sequence (macro) of keystrokes. For macros, each input may generate up to 32 keystrokes when activated, and up to 16 keystrokes when the input is released. The KE72 is able to emulate any keystroke found on a standard 101 or 104 key keyboard.
 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.hagstromelectronics.com/products/ke72.html Hagstrom's KE72 Page]'''
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 ==LP24==
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 Additional features?
 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.hagstromelectronics.com/products/lp24.html Hagstrom's LP24 Page]'''
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 ==Mini-PAC==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://ultimarc.com/minipac.html Ultimarc's Mini-PAC Page]'''
 ==X-Arcade BYO Kit==
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.xgaming.com/byoarcade.shtml X-Arcade PCB]'''
 ==PC Arcade Controller 2 Player Version(With USB/PS2 ADAPTER) For MAME Cabinet==
 Supports 2 x Joysticks,12 x fire buttons(each 6 buttons for 2 player),P1 Start,P2 Start,Insert Coin.
 Extra inputs for Pause[P],MAME Menu[Tab],Quit Game[Esc].
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.arcademvs.com/ARCADE_ACESSERIOR.htm Y-Plus ADAPTER]'''
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 ==See Also==

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 X-Arcade™ Build Your Own Arcade Features
-<li>Supports 28 Inputs In Any Combination (2 Joysticks + 20 Buttons) See Default Config Here</li>
+<li>Supports 28 Inputs In Any Combination (2 Joysticks + 20 Buttons) See Default Config [http://www.xgaming.com/downloads/PC-MAC.pdf Here]</li>
-<li>Speedstep™ Design Supports 28 Simultaneous Input Presses With Absolutely No Delay
+<li>Speedstep™ Design Supports 28 Simultaneous Input Presses With Absolutely No Delay</li>
-<li>Award Winning Electronics Featured In Video Game/Technology Publications Worldwide
+<li>Award Winning Electronics Featured In Video Game/Technology Publications Worldwide</li>
-<li>Fully Programmable Input Assignments In Hardware (PC Only) For Re-Assigning Buttons/Joysticks To Any Input On Keyboard.
+<li>Fully Programmable Input Assignments In Hardware (PC Only) For Re-Assigning Buttons/Joysticks To Any Input On Keyboard.</li>
-<li>Programmed Modes Include Memory Storage To Maintain Settings When Unit Is Off
+<li>Programmed Modes Include Memory Storage To Maintain Settings When Unit Is Off</li>
-<li>4 Different Memory Mode Settings In Hardware For Saving Button/Joystick Layouts For Various Emulators Or Settings
+<li>4 Different Memory Mode Settings In Hardware For Saving Button/Joystick Layouts For Various Emulators Or Settings</li>
-<li>Direct Plug-In For Connectors: No Screwdriver Required
+<li>Direct Plug-In For Connectors: No Screwdriver Required</li>
-<li>Included LED Display Shows On/Off Test Function And Assists In Programming Modes
+<li>Included LED Display Shows On/Off Test Function And Assists In Programming Modes</li>
-<li>Includes PS/2 Keyboard Pass-Thru Input
+<li>Includes PS/2 Keyboard Pass-Thru Input</li>
-<li>No Separate Power Required, No Ghosting, No Scanning, No Delays
+<li>No Separate Power Required, No Ghosting, No Scanning, No Delays</li>
-<li>External Connection Via PS/2 Port or USB Port
+<li>External Connection Via PS/2 Port or USB Port</li>
-<li>No Limit On USB Simultaneously-Pressed Switches: Full Native On-Board USB Support
+<li>No Limit On USB Simultaneously-Pressed Switches: Full Native On-Board USB Support '''***NOTE: Exceeding the 6-button limit requires a work-around configuration mentioned [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,140123.msg1450239.html#msg1450239 here]. ***'''</li>
-<li>Compatible With Any Game System (Game Adapters Sold Separately)
+<li>Compatible With Any Game System (Game Adapters Sold Separately)</li>
-<li>No Software Or Drivers Needed
+<li>No Software Or Drivers Needed</li>
-<li>No Soldering Requied (Easy Installation For Anyone!)
+<li>No Soldering Requied (Easy Installation For Anyone!)</li>
-<li>Can Be Used With Any Third Party USB or PS/2 Trackball/Spinner
+<li>Can Be Used With Any Third Party USB or PS/2 Trackball/Spinner</li>
-<li>Fully Compatible With Any OS, (Mac, Linux, Unix, PC, etc)
+<li>Fully Compatible With Any OS, (Mac, Linux, Unix, PC, etc)</li>
-<li>Fully Seamless Operation And Configuration With MAME/Emulation Software
+<li>Fully Seamless Operation And Configuration With MAME/Emulation Software</li>
-<li>Default Support Provided Both By MAME and Gametap (X-Arcade PCB Support In Both Applications)
+<li>Default Support Provided Both By MAME and Gametap (X-Arcade PCB Support In Both Applications)</li>
 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.xgaming.com/byoarcade.shtml X-Arcade PCB]'''
 ==PC Arcade Controller 2 Player Version(With USB/PS2 ADAPTER) For MAME Cabinet==

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 ==JammASD==
-Similar in most respects to the J-PAC, this encoder includes an audio amplifier supporting both mono and stereo sound (vs. the J-PAC's unamplified mono only) as well as an RCA jack for use with a lightgun.  The JammaASD is PS/2 only and limited to 7 buttons per player (with no support for Tilt, Service SW or Test buttons).
+Functionally similar in most respects to the J-PAC, this encoder includes an audio amplifier supporting both mono and stereo sound (vs. the J-PAC's unamplified mono only) as well as an RCA jack for use with a lightgun.  The JammASD is PS/2 only and limited to 7 buttons per player (with no support for Tilt, Service SW or Test buttons).  The JammASD draws power from the JAMMA harness itself or (alternatively) from a PC power supply by wiring a standard 5-pin Molex receptacle to screw terminals on the JammASD.
 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.arcadeitalia.net/jammasd.html ArcadeItalia's JammASD Page]'''

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	'''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/jpac.html Ultimarc's J-PAC Page]'''		'''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/jpac.html Ultimarc's J-PAC Page]'''
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		+	==JammASD==
		+
		+	Similar in most respects to the J-PAC, this encoder includes an audio amplifier supporting both mono and stereo sound (vs. the J-PAC's unamplified mono only) as well as an RCA jack for use with a lightgun. The JammaASD is PS/2 only and limited to 7 buttons per player (with no support for Tilt, Service SW or Test buttons).
		+
		+	'''Relevant Link: [http://www.arcadeitalia.net/jammasd.html ArcadeItalia's JammASD Page]'''

	==KeyWiz MAX==		==KeyWiz MAX==

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 ==J-PAC==
-[[image:jpac.jpg|right|thumb|J-PAC]]
+[[image:jpac.jpg|right|thumb|J-PAC  Photo © Ultimarc.com, Used with permission.]]
 The J-PAC is an encoder which allows plug-in connection of a [http://wiki.arcadecontrols.com/wiki/JAMMA JAMMA] arcade cabinet to a VGA card and keyboard port or USB port on a PC motherboard, and incorporates all the functions of the standard I-PAC's and has a dual interface for PS/2 and USB.
 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/jpac.html Ultimarc's J-PAC Page]'''
 ==KeyWiz MAX==

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 ==I-PAC VE==
-[[image:ipac_ve.jpg|right|thumb|I-PAC VE]]
+[[image:ipac_ve.jpg|right|thumb|I-PAC VE  Photo © Ultimarc.com, Used with permission.]]
 This "value edition" of the I-PAC only comes in USB form. It is suitable for all Windows versions, Linux, and Mac, but not DOS. You may require a standard A-B USB cable (check the Ultimarc website for details regarding this).
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 '''Relevant Link: [http://www.ultimarc.com/ipacve.html Ultimarc's I-PAC VE Page]'''
 ==J-PAC==