How to Mod: Stock Arcade1Up Star Wars Arcade Cab to Play Sega Star Wars Trilogy, Battle Pod, & More!
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--This video is for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES only--
This tutorial gives you step-by-step instructions on how to mod your stock Arcade1Up Star Wars cabinet in order to play ANY analog controlled game, including SEGA Star Wars Trilogy and Star Wars Battle Pod. See my full Playlist of games here: https://youtu.be/Jb7PEtQlPOA
See additional control panel upgrades and my built-in Analog throttle options here: https://youtu.be/QxkDCoEBrZE
By using an Ultimarc A-PAC Control Interface Encoder, you can transform your stock Star Wars yoke into a fully functional analog controller that can be used with your PC or RaspberryPi. I encourage folks to use parts and tools they already have and I've listed the Parts List below for reference:
**X-AXIS TROUBLESHOOTING - There are some stock yokes that are wired differently for the X-Axis potentiometer. CHECK YOURS BEFORE YOU START YOUR MOD!! Pay close attention to my yoke wire diagram as my yoke has the Red wire on top, Brown in the middle, and Black on the bottom. In this case, Red=Ground, Brown=Right, Black=Left. If your yoke is wired with Black on top, Brown in the middle, and Red on the bottom, you'll need to swap the wires to Black=Ground, Brown=Right, Red=Left. Detailed video here: https://youtu.be/-gqg8YwP1LM
0:00 Intro
0:31 SECTION 1: Parts and Tools
3:01 SECTION 2: Yoke Disassembly and the A-PAC Encoder
5:35 EXTRA: Deep Look Inside Star Wars Arcade1Up Yoke
8:20 EXTRA: Overview of Stock Yoke Wiring
12:26 EXTRA: Yoke Wire Diagram
13:46 SECTION 3: Installing Buttons & LEDs
21:21 SECTION 4: Test LEDs, A-PAC, & Buttons
24:07 SECTION 5: Cabinet Installation
30:16 SECTION 6: Optional Parts & Cosmetic Mods
33:34 SECTION 7: Emulation & Front Ends to Launch Games
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM PC SPECS:
CPU - Core i5 3GHz or higher
RAM - 8 GB or higher
GPU (Graphics Card) - GT 1030 2GB GDDR5 (MINIMUM), Best recommended GPU is GTX1650 if getting a small form factor PC)
CORE PARTS NEEDED
Arcade1Up Star Wars Home Arcade Cabinet with Custom Riser - https://amzn.to/2xHeD5T
Ultimarc A-PAC Control Interface Encoder - https://amzn.to/2YLvU8u
LCD Monitor Converter to HDMI 1280x960 - https://amzn.to/34H711P
LED Arcade Coin/Players Buttons 28mm (5pcs) - https://amzn.to/31EB3RE
LED Arcade Red Lamp Buttons 28mm (6pcs) - https://amzn.to/3lzCmJU
Zero Delay USB Encoder Wire Harness with 0.187 Inch Terminals (20pcs) - hhttps://amzn.to/3jjx03o
***UPDATE*** I've confirmed that the stock speakers will NOT work properly without an AMP or splicing the wires to connect to the 4 pin connector next to the 3.5mm speaker jack on the LCD display adapter. Consider getting an amp/speakers, or a JST 4 pin connector to splice to your stock speaker.
SOUND UPGRADES
JST PH 4Pin Wire cable to use STOCK Star Wars Speakers - https://amzn.to/3gJwTwa
Kinter MA170+ 2-Channel Auto Home Cycle with 12V 3A Power Supply Black - https://amzn.to/2QxWP3g
2pcs 4 Inch 60W 2 Way Speakers - https://amzn.to/2ELXZ8G
OPTIONAL USB POWER HUB FOR LED BUTTONS
Sabrent 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub - https://amzn.to/34Mr0MC
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Thrustmaster USB Joystick for PC - https://amzn.to/3bapDZd
Thrustmaster T3PA Add-On (PS4, XOne & PC) - https://amzn.to/32xUIlE
Thrustmaster TR J12 USB Adapter for Pedals only- https://amzn.to/3gCKc1D
OPTIONAL TOOLS
These are the drill bits I used in this tutorial.
3Pcs High-Speed Steel Step Drill Bit Set - https://amzn.to/2QyEnYt
1-1/2" Arbored Hole Saw - https://amzn.to/3b5OD3O
I currently prefer to use a Forstner bit to drill through both the plexiglass and control board
IRWIN Marples Forstner Bit, Wood Drilling, 1-1/8-Inch - https://amzn.to/32FxtpE
Ferrule Crimping Tool Kit, Preciva AWG23-7 Self-adjustable Ratchet - https://amzn.to/32BJuwD
Wire Stripping Tool/ Wire Cutter/ Crimper/ Pliers - https://amzn.to/3jx7doB
OPTIONAL POWER SUPPLY UPGRADES (For tutorial, search - "inlet module switch wiring")
6pcs Inlet Module Plug Male Power Socket with 5A Fuse Switch 10A 250V 3 Pin - https://amzn.to/32Fx0no
16-14 AWG Female Spade Disconnect Connectors Terminals Nylon Fully Insulated Quick Crimp Wire Connectors 100 Pcs Blue - https://amzn.to/3b6gkcP
OPTIONAL COSMETIC UPGRADES
Led Strip Lights Kit with Remote - https://amzn.to/3gEoVo7
Rocker Gamer Chair - https://amzn.to/32B3yPD
Lastly... I've finally learned how to say Potentiometer!! Poh-ten-shee-ohm-meh-ter. I'll get it right moving forward. ;)
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