cost to build?

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cost to build?

Post by megaton624 » Thu Sep 01, 2011 5:17 pm

I have the gamecube, multiple controllers, soldering and desoldering tools, the case, lots of wires, and necessary tools. Other than the screen, what else do i need to make a portable and how much should it cost?

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Re: cost to build?

Post by Zeflis » Thu Sep 01, 2011 6:08 pm

A battery/charger would be good if you want to take it with you. And chances are you'll need another Gamecube, as if this is your first time making a portable you WILL fry or brake something lol
Also if you don't get a screen with built n speakers you'll need an audio amp and speakers.

Welcome to the forums by the way :)

If you haven't looked very very closely at many tutorials and have most of you design elements finalized I would do that before building

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Re: cost to build?

Post by megaton624 » Thu Sep 01, 2011 6:34 pm

Are there any screens with built in speakers you recommend? I know of the psone screen, but i just want to check all of my options. Also, do amps (as in amperes) effect the system in any way other than battery life?

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Re: cost to build?

Post by Zeflis » Fri Sep 02, 2011 6:23 pm

I personally don't have much experience with a lot of screens, but I know the PsOne screen is very widely used and if you need help with that one there are a lot of people who know about it. There is also a 4.3" screen that I know is good, but not sure if it comes with speakers. For a 7" screen, I know this one's been recommended before, and it does have built in speakers which is nice :)

4.3":
http://www.priceangels.com/4-3-inch-LCD ... 75954.html

7":
http://www.amazon.com/Haier-HLT71-7-Inc ... B001E78UQY

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