Worklog Thetacube - Wii Portable

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Hey guys, here's my worklog for my Wii portable (contest entry)! I'll be calling it the "Thetacube", has a nice ring to it, no?

I've ordered everything I need to build a working portable, minus the battery stuff (will be running off external power until I get that ball rolling). Not trimming this time around as I want to keep this simple.

I intend to achieve these features:
- 3DS sliders & DS lite buttons
- Fully functional Bluetooth & maybe IR leds for full Wiimote support
- Fully integrated GC controls w/ dual tact mod (GC+)
- 4.3" composite display
- Built-in Speakers
- Slim cooling design
- Wii inspired aesthetic with a retro twist ;)
- Frankencase (hacked up computer keyboard housing as a baseline)

Good luck to everyone in the contest!

EDIT: Photos
 
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When does the contest end? And what if I don't make it in time? Sorry I have a lot of noob questions.
 

Stitches

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The case is very clever. What colour are you thinking of?
 

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Trim wasn't officially supported by the forums & thus I can't ask for help--the power rails are mysteriously shorted to ground (yes i tried everything, apart from throwing it out the window :) )
Not a big deal though, I'll just convert it to an OMGWTF. Things are slow with this project it seems...
 

cheese

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Make sure your sanding on the edges is good enough, that would cause shorts to ground. What grit of sandpaper did you go up to?
 

The Next Guy

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I had my custom trim after looking t the compendium work after going from 120 - 320 - 400 - 600. The edges of the board feel so smooth is is crazy!!!
 
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