simplyRetro D8 ( Retropie / Emulation bartop)

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It seems like you've provided a comprehensive guide on how to assemble and customize a retro gaming console using a Raspberry Pi, specifically the SimplyRetro-D8 project. Here's a breakdown of the steps: ### Arcade Stick 1. Remove the transparent part at the bottom, remove the circuit with the switches and rotate it by 90°. 2. Mount the stick to the shell using the screws from the mounting plate. ### Buttons - If you're not using original 24mm arcade buttons, disassemble them: - Use a caliper to press out the led circuit. - Remove the switch with a flat screwdriver. - Insert the switch into the custom housing and then insert the led circuit. - Test the LEDs by heating the contacts of the resistor if necessary. ### Audio - Follow the pictures as a reference for wiring the audio circuit: - The top part of the audio jack is the Left channel, the middle part is the Right channel, and the bottom part is Ground. - Insert speakers into the mounting circles of the Back Panel using hot glue or by ensuring they fit snugly. ### Raspberry Pi and Closing the Shell - Mount the Raspberry Pi to the Bottom Panel. - Insert power, HDMI, and USB plugs into it (for the Arcade Controller and Display). - Zip tie the power adapter cable for security. - Configure your retro system as desired and close the shell using rubber feet. The guide mentions specific tools such as a caliper, flat screwdriver, hot glue, and zip ties. It also refers to custom housing for buttons and a PAM (possibly a Power Amplifier Module) in the audio section. The text includes references to specific components like LEDs, switches, speakers, and a Raspberry Pi. It's worth noting that this guide is highly detailed and assumes you have access to various tools and electronic components. If someone is new to electronics or hasn't worked with retro gaming consoles before, it might be challenging to follow without prior experience.