I'm looking to convert my Sega Saturn into an arcade machine. However, since I want to use it for both Fight Sticks, Light Gun, and regular controllers, switching between the controller could be a bit of a bother. Since I have yet to decide where to place the console and if it's going to be accessible outside the cabinet. I'm using a Fenrir for the games so I plan on powering the system with a main power control somewhere on the outside.
I was looking at building custom fight sticks using the Brooke Retro boards or just taking old Hori Fightsticks and setting them into the frame of the cabinet. Which led me down this train of thought. How can I switch between the controllers without having to unplug them.
I saw the RJ45 adapter and thought maybe I could cut up controller extensions and plug all three controllers into a RJ45 port switcher. Switching between which controller sends info on the otherside. With a dial selecting the controller. However, since RJ45 is 8 wires, it complicates things.
Moving onto the next thought pattern. Could I use RS232 connectors since they have the 9 wires and pins needed for switching? Is there a proper schematic out there for this idea?
Also, is there a better way to switch between controller inputs other than this?
I was looking at building custom fight sticks using the Brooke Retro boards or just taking old Hori Fightsticks and setting them into the frame of the cabinet. Which led me down this train of thought. How can I switch between the controllers without having to unplug them.
I saw the RJ45 adapter and thought maybe I could cut up controller extensions and plug all three controllers into a RJ45 port switcher. Switching between which controller sends info on the otherside. With a dial selecting the controller. However, since RJ45 is 8 wires, it complicates things.
Moving onto the next thought pattern. Could I use RS232 connectors since they have the 9 wires and pins needed for switching? Is there a proper schematic out there for this idea?
Also, is there a better way to switch between controller inputs other than this?