Help regarding multiple encoders and Chris' control system

I recently found out I will need two encoders for my 4 player panel due to the amount of LED's I will be using. Both encoders support 4 players.

Now, after looking back to the "setting up IPAC" images provided, it shows you need to have the controls wired a specific way to work with Xarcade. Here is my question. Would it still work if I followed those directions except instead of wiring all 4 players on the same board, can I wire players 3 and 4 onto the second board under players 1 and 2?

I was told the encoders will have two separate ID's so the Ultimarc software will pick up two separate encoders. I know we can use multiple encoders but I need to know if this particular idea works or if I need to have all 4 players on the same board, in their matching sections.

Thank you.

yes, you can wire player 1 and 2 to encoder 1, and player 2 and 3 to encoder 2. make sure there are no keys used twice between the encoders. I use a Ipac Ultimate because it has so many inputs, works with my 4 player.

So ultimately it only matters what keys you map to the buttons rather than exactly where on the encoder they are wired to?

correct

Thanks man, slowly learning all the little ins and outs.

Marcux wrote:yes, you can wire player 1 and 2 to encoder 1, and player 2 and 3 to encoder 2. make sure there are no keys used twice between the encoders.  I use a Ipac Ultimate because it has so many inputs, works with my 4 player.

Did you need 2 Ultimate I/O as well? for 4 players with all those led?

I am using 2 ultimate I/O control boards and am having trouble getting players 2-4 working in various games. Could you share what you have done?