Open Rectangle Template

RP2040 template for use with box style controllers for the GC - CURRENTLY UNTESTED

Table of contents

About

This template was created for the purpose of easing development of box-styled controllers (rectangles) that work with a GameCube console and Nintendo 64 via a USB C to console cable. It uses a RP2040 as its main controller so compatibility to other devices will be limited to the firmware you are using. (Such as HayBox, Pico-Rectangle, etc). There's already a footprint added for a compatible USB-C port that will allow you to used said cables, as well as a USB C to C cable, or C to A cable for PC or Switch.

Usage

This templates requires for you to have a minium experience with Kicad and some EE basics. You can just download it as *.zip and start creating your own. Make sure you are using Kicad 7.

To-do:

  • Write a more extensive guide.

Acknowledgements:

  • @Sleepdealr - For creating the RP2040 design guide which this template is mostly based from
  • Crane's Lab - For having such an amazing community and inspiring creativity in everyone who steps there.
  • @rana-sylvatica - For making the OFOF1/Rana Digital and inspiring me to design my rectangles.
  • @Ryanemzed - For posting a cool clear acrylic build and taking me into a new rabbit hole (and being an amazing community member!).
  • The Phob project - For being an amazing standard for the open source-community.