Curt Vendel Posted December 18, 2018 Author Share Posted December 18, 2018 I'm not gonna lie...I was hoping you'd put up a wiring diagram! I was trying to do this a few years ago and a few people didn't think it was doable on one controller port. http://atariage.com/forums/topic/260387-help-me-incorporate-a-paddle-controller-into-a-7800-arcade-stick/ Sure, I'll be more than happy to. I'll do that after New Years and post up. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swami Posted December 18, 2018 Share Posted December 18, 2018 I'm not gonna lie...I was hoping you'd put up a wiring diagram! I was trying to do this a few years ago and a few people didn't think it was doable on one controller port. http://atariage.com/forums/topic/260387-help-me-incorporate-a-paddle-controller-into-a-7800-arcade-stick/ Im not sure why it would be difficult if he is using a switch to change the wiring. Maybe if there was no switch it would be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted December 18, 2018 Share Posted December 18, 2018 Im not sure why it would be difficult if he is using a switch to change the wiring. Maybe if there was no switch it would be a problem. In the thread I started a few years ago, toiletunes and Stardust pointed out a switch would be needed. I don't see a switch on Curt's controller, maybe it is just on the underside or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevEng Posted December 18, 2018 Share Posted December 18, 2018 In the thread I started a few years ago, toiletunes and Stardust pointed out a switch would be needed. I don't see a switch on Curt's controller, maybe it is just on the underside or something. Check out the video in Curt's earlier post. Around the 1 minute mark he shows the switch location. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted December 18, 2018 Share Posted December 18, 2018 Check out the video in Curt's earlier post. Around the 1 minute mark he shows the switch location. Got it! Had tried to watch that before but my phone didn't like the format or something, and never got back to it. Thanks Rev. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 18, 2018 Author Share Posted December 18, 2018 In the thread I started a few years ago, toiletunes and Stardust pointed out a switch would be needed. I don't see a switch on Curt's controller, maybe it is just on the underside or something. I guess you didnt watch the video I posted... Basically its very simple... Both fire buttons commons wire to pin 6 and their NO outputs through a resistor (Im used 560k) go to ground and Paddle A & B respectively So button one NO switch when pushed connects to pin 9 which is also Paddle A What you do is connect Paddle A to Pin 9 and put a SPST switch from pin 9 to the to NO switch on button one. When its closed the connection works fine for the joystick and the paddle doesnt function, when its open only the paddle connects to Pin 9 and it functions normal and the fire button doesnt work. Easy peasy 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 18, 2018 Author Share Posted December 18, 2018 Oooops... 560 Ohm... no k 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+GoldenWheels Posted December 18, 2018 Share Posted December 18, 2018 I guess you didnt watch the video I posted... Basically its very simple... Both fire buttons commons wire to pin 6 and their NO outputs through a resistor (Im used 560k) go to ground and Paddle A & B respectively So button one NO switch when pushed connects to pin 9 which is also Paddle A What you do is connect Paddle A to Pin 9 and put a SPST switch from pin 9 to the to NO switch on button one. When its closed the connection works fine for the joystick and the paddle doesnt function, when its open only the paddle connects to Pin 9 and it functions normal and the fire button doesnt work. Easy peasy Watched it after Rev pointed it out to me! Thanks Curt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 24, 2018 Author Share Posted December 24, 2018 I shipped out quite a lot of orders this morning. Hope everyone enjoys their controllers- Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zezba9000 Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 How much are these and do they support all buttons like the keypad etc? Sorry if I missed that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 These are $89.99 Keypad? The 5200 version (not available yet) will have a keypad on them. You can check them out and order here: Https://thejoystickshop.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy B. Coyote Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 (edited) A couple of people ordered the new PLA78R (Right hand) version, just wanted to show everyone the update of the design. Both left and right versions come with built in Paddle control and a side fire button for the paddle. Wow is that ever a cool design! When you get around to making the 2600 version might it be feasible to put the black paddle controller button where the "2" button is on the 7800 version? I figure with one less fire button in the mix there would be space to mount the paddle button on the top of the controller. The only other feedback that I thought might be helpful would be to suggest putting a little rubber grommet in the cord hole on the metal front panel of the controller. That would keep the cord from getting torn up on the metal panel over time and help prevent damage when someone inevitably trips over the cord at some point. In any case, awesome work so far and I'll have my wallet ready for as soon as the 2600 version is ready for purchase! Edited December 29, 2018 by Jin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Wow is that ever a cool design! When you get around to making the 2600 version might it be feasible to put the black paddle controller button where the "2" button is on the 7800 version? I figure with one less fire button in the mix there would be space to mount the paddle button on the top of the controller. The only other feedback that I thought might be helpful would be to suggest putting a little rubber grommet in the cord hole on the metal front panel of the controller. That would keep the cord from getting torn up on the metal panel over time and help prevent damage when someone inevitably trips over the cord at some point. In any case, awesome work so far and I'll have my wallet ready for as soon as the 2600 version is ready for purchase! Just use the 7800 version works all the same. With all the cool 7800 stuff out there why even have a 2600 plugged in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevEng Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 If someone isn't wanting to use it on a 7800 (shocking!) it shouldn't be too hard to rewire for the 2600 2-button rom hacks. The first post in that thread has a link to instructions for adding a second button to a cx40, which would be a good starting point. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy B. Coyote Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Just use the 7800 version works all the same. With all the cool 7800 stuff out there why even have a 2600 plugged in? No thanks, I'd rather wait for the 2600 version. I don't own a 7800 anymore and I'm not too keen on spending $90 on something styled after a system I don't own. Aesthetics are important to me, especially when it comes to expensive arcade stick controllers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 Hi, 2600 versions Ill post up for sale next weekend. Im actually away on vacation right now. Just checking in between doing things with the family. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrekMD Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Got mine and it looks great. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 TrekMD, Glad to hear. Enjoy! ?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 No thanks, I'd rather wait for the 2600 version. I don't own a 7800 anymore and I'm not too keen on spending $90 on something styled after a system I don't own. Aesthetics are important to me, especially when it comes to expensive arcade stick controllers. Ok cool. How are you going to play rikki and vikki? Steamer? Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy B. Coyote Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Ok cool. How are you going to play rikki and vikki? Steamer? Lol Oh mother flubber! Someone just had to go and make a really good looking Atari 7800 game with adorable foxes... well, fudge. Reconsideration of the 7800 may be required. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swami Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 If I wanted to switch the joystick (octagonal gate) to a 4/8 way switchable, what would be the easiest high quality switchable ball-top stick to use in this case? I think a gate like in my old Mad-Catz xbox 360 fight-stick would be a good style, but something in Sanwa or Suzo-Happ, or can I just switch the restrictor gate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 On my controllers? Just remove the 4 bottom screws to remove the bottom half of the case, the joystick has a 4 way/8 way disk, you squeeze the two tabs and turn it one position to set it to 4 way, if you want to set it back just return it back to the other position. Close the bottom cover back and tighten the screws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swami Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 On my controllers? Just remove the 4 bottom screws to remove the bottom half of the case, the joystick has a 4 way/8 way disk, you squeeze the two tabs and turn it one position to set it to 4 way, if you want to set it back just return it back to the other position. Close the bottom cover back and tighten the screws. I'll check again in a couple days, I'm out of state, but I'm pretty sure it has an octagonal restrictor gate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Vendel Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 Its very simple. Ive tested it myself several times: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swami Posted December 31, 2018 Share Posted December 31, 2018 Its very simple. Ive tested it myself several times: FE This is the restrictor gate in the arcade controller that you sent me. It is octagonal. It cannot be switched between 4and 8 way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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