From 6e44a27c928a37f75a8e28f0540025246cc78fac Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Steve Clement Date: Fri, 1 Jan 2016 16:44:29 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] - rough estimate added --- README.md | 63 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++------- 1 file changed, 56 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index ebe27cc..b1816a8 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -24,15 +24,21 @@ Any Intel i7 ### Speakers -Mid-range 2-speaker setup. +Mid-range 2-speaker setup. Or a [Pinball Cabinet Kit](http://virtuapin.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=17&products_id=70) + +Approx. 99€ + +A complete [Flipper Fidelity Sound System Kit](http://virtuapin.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=16&products_id=120) + +Approx 130€ ### Monitors 3 are needed in total -* Backbox, head of the cabinet (32") -* Dot Matrix Display (15.6") -* Playfield (46") +* Backbox/Backglass, head of the cabinet (32") Approx. 300€ +* Dot Matrix Display (15.6") Approx. 300€ [in a Kit with USB Interface](http://virtuapin.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6&products_id=231) +* Playfield (46") Approx. 1500€ if [Commercial grade used](http://virtuapin.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6&products_id=29) For the main playfield the thinner the screen, the better. Mainly because the flipper buttons need to be in the most natural position for game play. @@ -52,10 +58,14 @@ For the main playfield the thinner the screen, the better. Mainly because the fl :warning: The cabinet will become hot. Proper cooling is needed. Suggesting 200x200x20 fans. If you want to play it fancy, get fans with LEDs. +Approx. 20€ a piece + #### LED Flashers These are high-powered LED elements and need passive cooling. +Approx. 10€ a piece + #### Nudge Nudging a Pinball table is essential to good game-play. @@ -65,15 +75,25 @@ Nudging a Pinball table is essential to good game-play. We will need quite a few buttons. From the 2 Flipper buttons, 2 Nudge Buttons to the Start buttons and maybe a plunger button. The [following buttons](http://www.ultimarc.com/ultralux.html) have RGB LEDs pre-wired for the PacLED64 +Approx. 84€ + +#### Plunger + +Research if there is a digital "analog" [plunger](http://virtuapin.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=25&products_id=199). + #### iPac The iPac allows you to control arcade buttons, switches etc through USB. It acts like a keyboard and sends a keyboard signal. Latency is an issue and I would advise against rolling your own with an Arduino or Raspi. +Approx. 70€ from [Ultimarc](http://www.ultimarc.com/store/section.php?xSec=2) + #### PacLED64 The PacLED64 is an LED controller and lets you connect LED lights. +Approx. 70€ from [Ultimarc](http://www.ultimarc.com/store/section.php?xSec=5) + #### Alternative: LED-Wiz A more universal piece of hardware that can control many different types of outputs, like solenoids, motors, lights etc. @@ -83,7 +103,11 @@ A more universal piece of hardware that can control many different types of outp ### Misc. Hardware (joints, legs etc.) 4 table legs -1 Coin door +1 Coin door (Approx. 60€ from [Ultimarc](http://www.ultimarc.com/store/section.php?xSec=9&xPage=1&jssCart=3fb4ca3db5c0c8a631d4d777d9515933)) + +#### Glass + +To make the experience more real adding a piece of tempered glass over the big play-field screen is recommended. ## Software @@ -96,10 +120,21 @@ A more universal piece of hardware that can control many different types of outp # Build +## Reference Pinball + +We are very fortunate to have access to a real Pinball Machine. +The machine in question is "The Who's Tommy Pinball Wizard" (January 1994). +[IPDB](http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=2579) +[WikiPedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Who%27s_Tommy_Pinball_Wizard) + ## Precision Some DIYers suggest a precision of 3mm (for the main screen fitting for example) +## Art work + +Obviously the Level2 Pinball cabinet wants to be customized with beautiful Art-work. We would need someone to design the outer shell of the cabinet. + # Resources [Biscuit joiner (Nutfräse)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biscuit_joiner) @@ -118,7 +153,7 @@ Some DIYers suggest a precision of 3mm (for the main screen fitting for example) [Virtuapin, commercial DIY Cabinets](http://virtuapin.net/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2&zenid=9361125f7b96c5d60456f6e76a11eb9e) -[Traditional pinball and arcade game parts](http://na.suzohapp.com) +[Traditional pinball and arcade game parts](https://na.suzohapp.com/) ## Pinball Repositories @@ -130,4 +165,18 @@ Some DIYers suggest a precision of 3mm (for the main screen fitting for example) [Helper tool to manage VPin ROMs](https://github.com/jbienz/PinTools) -[DirectOutput framework for virtual pinball cabinets](https://github.com/DirectOutput/DirectOutput) \ No newline at end of file +[DirectOutput framework for virtual pinball cabinets](https://github.com/DirectOutput/DirectOutput) + +# Rough cost-estimate + +| Item | Price | +|---------------------|-----------| +| PC-Hardware | 2300€ | +| Software | 160€ | +| Screens | 2100€ | +| Wood | 1000€ | +| Glass | 150€ | +| Pinball HW | 700€ | +| Tools | 300€ | +| Misc | 120€ | +| *Total Cost* | *6686* | \ No newline at end of file