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![Use A Raspberry Pi Pico as a HID [Gamepad, Keyboard, Mouse, and Multimedia]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/__QZQEOG6tA/mqdefault.jpg "Use A Raspberry Pi Pico as a HID [Gamepad, Keyboard, Mouse, and Multimedia]
Thanks to http://www.pcbway.com for helping make this video happen!
The Raspberry Pi Pico is a super flexible board! Today Ill show you how to make it work as a USB Gamepad, USB Keyboard, USB Mouse, and more!
00:00 Introduction
00:30 PCBWay!
01:17 The Design
02:25 Assembly
04:53 Demonstration
07:05 Code Walkthru and Installation
14:54 Conclusion
Resources for this build
CircuitPython for Raspberry Pi Pico
https://circuitpython.org/board/raspberry_pi_pico/
CircuitPython Library Collection
https://circuitpython.org/libraries
PicoCader Github (Source files, PCB Files, etc)
https://github.com/printnplay/PicoCader
3D Printed Parts
https://www.printables.com/model/250148-the-picocader-3d-printed-raspberry-pi-pico-powered
5 Pin Sanwa Clone Joystick
https://www.amazon.ca/Classic-Competition-Joystick-Machine-Stickers/dp/B01N0DO631/ref=sr_1_21?crid=3OISH5XBNMU83&keywords=5+pin+sanwa+joystick&qid=1659055410&sprefix=5+pin+sanwa+joystick%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-21
24mm Arcade Buttons
https://www.amazon.ca/Buttons-Perfect-Replace-Fighting-Joystick/dp/B01N5JRU2R/ref=sr_1_4?crid=21A5O9EC4W8G3&keywords=24mm+arcade+buttons&qid=1659055468&sprefix=24mm+arcade+buttons%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-4
USB Mini to USB B Cable
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B09FGPJNXN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
OLED Display
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B076PNP2VD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Really into retro games and tech? Check out my retro channel!
www.youtube.com/pnpretrospective
Want to help support future builds and get first access to new designs? Check out my Patreon
https://www.patreon.com/jcprintnplay")
![Beginners Guide To Setting Up RetroPie in 2022 [Installation, Configuration, Themes, and Boxart]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gaeRMh3EAEk/mqdefault.jpg "Beginners Guide To Setting Up RetroPie in 2022 [Installation, Configuration, Themes, and Boxart]
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Getting setup with RetroPie might seem daunting, but it doesnt have to be! Follow this guide, and youll be blasting through your favorite retro games in no time! Any other questions? Pop them in the comments bellow.
0:00 Introduction
0:52 Hardware Overview
1:30 Imaging Your SD Card and Adding Wifi Credentials
3:08 Setting up your first controller
3:35 Connecting to WiFi and Copying ROMS
5:30 Quitting a Game
5:50 Adding Custom Themes
6:35 Adding Boxart and Game Descriptions
7:20 Adding Additional Controllers
7:57 Outro
Thanks for watching!
Get RetroPie Here! (Using the Raspberry Pi Imaging Tool)
www.raspberrypi.org/software
Interested in even more retro content? Check out Print N Play Retrospective!
www.youtube.com/pnpretrospective
And, would you like early access to projects, videos, and more? Check out my Patreon to support the channel
www.patreon.com/jcprintnplay
Thanks so much for watching!")
