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Introduction

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  • Proper expectations of buying, owning, and maintaining arcade equipment.
  • Basic parts/equipment required for a supergun.
  • Explanation for JAMMA and kick harnesses. Maybe JVS too.
  • Glossary

Superguns

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HAS - Home Arcade System

Creator: RGB
Current Version: 4.1
Website: https://homearcadesystem.wordpress.com/
Arcade-Projects thread: https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/332-home-arcade-system/
Specs
Case
  • Includes acrylic plates for the top and bottom.
JAMMA
  • JAMMA compatible.
  • JAMMA+ compatible (Buttons 4 and 5 available via the JAMMA edge).
  • CHAMMA compatible (Button 6 available via the JAMMA edge).
  • MVS Stereo compatible (for specific Neo Geo MVS motherboards that offer stereo audio from the JAMMA edge).
A/V outputs
  • RGBS & audio via 8-pin mini-DIN (XRGB Mini pinout).
  • Audio via 3.5mm jack.
  • Optional: Composite & S-Video add-on via modular hat.
Controller ports
  • Two DB15 male connectors which are pinout compatible with UD-USB Decoders and Neo Geo controllers.
  • Optional: 4-Player add-on via modular hat.
Features
Video
  • Video brightness regulation via a knob.
  • Low Pass Filter toggled with a switch.
  • 75 Ohm or TTL impedance selectable with a switch.
  • CSync processing with three settings: Regenerated, Unprocessed, and Buffered.
Audio
  • Switch for JAMMA (mono audio) or MVS (stereo audio for specific MVS motherboards).
  • When 3.5mm jack is used, audio from the 8-pin mini-DIN connector is disabled.
Controls
  • Test and Service buttons.
  • Button re-mapping.
  • Rapid-fire with 6-speeds synchronized to VSync.
  • Switches to disable buttons 4, 5, and 6 from the JAMMA edge.
Power
  • Voltmeter built-in with selectable +5V or +12V measurement.

Minigun

Creator: Frank_fjs
Current Version: 2.5 (Two versions available with either 8-pin or 9-pin mini-DIN A/V connectors)
Arcade-Projects thread: https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/9408-minigun-supergun-an-open-source-supergun/
Specs
Case
  • Various 3D printed case are available.
JAMMA
  • JAMMA compatible.
  • JAMMA+ compatible (Buttons 4 and 5 available via the JAMMA edge).
  • MVS Stereo compatible (for specific Neo Geo MVS motherboards that offer stereo audio from the JAMMA edge).
A/V outputs

There are two versions available, each with a different main A/V jack.

  • Version 1: RGBS & audio via 8-pin mini-DIN (XRGB Mini pinout).
  • Version 2: RGBS & audio via 9-pin mini-DIN (Genesis 2 pinout).
  • Audio via 3.5mm jack.
Controller ports
  • Two DB15 male connectors which are pinout compatible with UD-USB Decoders and Neo Geo controllers.
  • Optional: 4-Player add-on via sub-PCB.
Features
Video
  • RGB levels adjustable via three potentiometers.
  • Low Pass Filter toggled with a switch.
  • 75 Ohm or TTL impedance selectable with a switch.
Audio
  • Switch for JAMMA (mono audio) or MVS (stereo audio for specific MVS motherboards).
  • When 3.5mm jack is used, audio from the 8-pin mini-DIN connector is disabled.
Controls
  • Test and Service buttons.
  • Switches to disable buttons 4 and 5 from the JAMMA edge.
Power
  • Voltmeter built-in to monitor +5V.

PARSEC

Creator: Low Budget
Current version: 2.2
Order: https://www.tindie.com/products/low_budget/parsec-supergun-v21-play-jamma-arcade-games/
Arcade-Projects thread: https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/7765-parsec-supergun-project/
Specs
Case
  • None available. Supergun rests on standard PCB feet.
JAMMA
  • JAMMA compatible.
  • JAMMA+ compatible (Buttons 4 and 5 available via the JAMMA edge).
  • CHAMMA compatible (Button 6 available via the JAMMA edge).
  • MVS Stereo compatible (for specific Neo Geo MVS motherboards that offer stereo audio from the JAMMA edge).
A/V outputs
  • RGBS & audio via 8-pin mini-DIN (XRGB Mini pinout).
  • Composite and S-Video output built-in.
  • Audio via 3.5mm jack.
  • Optional: YPbPr component video add-on via modular hat.
Controller ports
  • Two DB15 male connectors which are pinout compatible with UD-USB Decoders and Neo Geo controllers.
Features
Video
  • RGB levels adjustable via three potentiometers.
  • Up to 3 TVs/monitors can be connected at once with the 3 video outputs.
  • 75 Ohm video output from the primary A/V outs, but the hat has a switch to select TTL for the DE-15 connector.
Audio
  • Switch for JAMMA (mono audio) or MVS (stereo audio for specific MVS motherboards).
  • When 3.5mm jack is used, audio from the 8-pin mini-DIN connector is disabled.
Controls
  • Test and Service buttons.
  • Coin buttons for Player 1 and 2.
  • Switches to disable buttons 4, 5, and 6 from the JAMMA edge.
Power
  • No voltmeter built in. The hat has a mounting post for a small voltmeter but one is not included.
  • Power On/Off switch.
  • On-board -5V regulator incase power supply does not provide it.
  • 24-pin ATX power connector for use with PC power supplies, but will work with arcade power supplies with a special cable.

JVS/JAMMA Control-Box (CBOX)

Creator: Axun Workshop
Current Version:
Order: http://www.axunworks.com/
Arcade-Projects Thread: https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/11630-axun-workshop-jvs-jamma-control-box-cbox-supergun/
Specs
Case
  • a
JAMMA
  • b
A/V outputs
  • c
Controller ports
  • d
Features
Video
  • e
Audio
  • f
Controls
  • g
Power
  • h

Power Supplies

MWP-606 (aka Suzo 42PP0606)

Order: https://www.ebay.com/itm/360127247409

Mean Well RT-65A

Video Encoders

RGB2COMP

Order: https://www.retrotink.com/product-page/rgb2comp

OSSC

Order: https://videogameperfection.com/products/open-source-scan-converter/

CPS2/CPS3 Digital Interface

Order: https://videogameperfection.com/products/cps2-cps3-digital-av-interface-diy-kit/

9-Pin mini-DIN A/V out only

HD Retrovision Genesis 2 Component Cables

Order: https://castlemaniagames.com/collections/hd-retrovision/products/hd-retrovision-genesis-ypbpr-component-cable

RAD2X Genesis 2 Cables

Order: https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/RAD2X-CABLES/SEGA-MEGA-DRIVE-2-GENESIS-2-32X-HD-RAD2X-HDMI-480P-CABLE

SCART/BNC Cables

Controller Adapters

UD-USB

Order (DB15 ver.): https://paradisearcadeshop.com/home/electrical/pcbs-lighting/pcbs-for-controllers/undamned-usb-decoders/1551_undamned-db15-usb-decoder
Order (Screw terminal ver.): https://paradisearcadeshop.com/home/electrical/pcbs-lighting/pcbs-for-controllers/undamned-usb-decoders/1491_undamned-usb-decoder-plus-by-ud-game-tech

Arthrimus Saturn to DB15

Order: https://arthrimus.com/product/saturn-to-db15-controller-adapter/

Additional Items

JAMMA Extension Harness

JAMMA Extension Harness by RGB

Arcade-Projects Thread: https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/12191-fs-jamma-extension-harness/

Arcade Boards

Vampire Savior CPS2

  • eBay
  • Yahoo Auctions Japan

Darksoft CPS2

Order (US): https://highscoresave.com/darksoft-cps2-multi-kit/
Order (EU): http://www.saveyourgames.it/index.php?route=product/product&manufacturer_id=12&product_id=54
Alt Source for Quick Solder Board: https://arthrimus.com/product/cps2-multi-kit-key-writing-quick-solder-board/
Alt 3D Printed LCD Housing: https://bit-district.com/capcom-cps2.html

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