Step-by-Step Wiring Guide: Brook Fighting Board Cables

This guide will walk you through the process of wiring your fightstick or hitbox using Brook's Fighting Board Cables.

Before You Begin:

• Ensure you have a Brook Fighting Board 
• Gather your buttons (Sanwa Denshi, Seimitsu, GameFinger, etc.) and joystick (Sanwa JLF-series, Seimitsu LS-series, Hori Hayabusa, or compatible).
• Have your Brook Fighting Board Cable (and Hitbox Cable) ready.
• Refer to your Brook Fighting Board's user manual for specific compatibility and button function details.

Part 1: Using the Fighting Board Cable (20-Pin & 4-Pin Harness)

Step 1: Identify Connectors

• Locate the 20-pin harness (main buttons and joystick) and the 4-pin harness (auxiliary buttons).

• Identify the 5-pin JST PH connector on the 20-pin harness (for the joystick).
• Observe the female spade connectors on the harnesses (for the buttons).

Step 2: Connect the Joystick

• If your joystick uses a 5-pin connector, align it with the 5-pin JST PH connector on the 20-pin harness.

• Carefully plug the joystick connector into the harness connector. Ensure it's fully seated.

Step 3: Connect the Main Buttons (20-Pin Harness)

• Identify the switch terminals on the back of your arcade buttons.
• Slide the female spade connectors from the 20-pin harness onto the switch terminals of your main action and option buttons.
• Ensure the connectors are securely attached.
• Connect each button to the desired spot on the 20 pin connector.

Step 4: Connect the Auxiliary Buttons (4-Pin Harness)

• If you're building an all-button fightstick or need R3/L3 simulation, use the 4-pin harness.
• Slide the female spade connectors from the 4-pin harness onto the switch terminals of your auxiliary buttons.
• Connect the 4 pin connector to the correct location on the brook fighting board.
• Refer to the brook fighting board manual for correct placement.

Step 5: Connect to the Brook Fighting Board

• Locate the corresponding connector ports on your Brook Fighting Board.
• Plug the 20-pin and 4-pin harness connectors into their respective ports.
• Ensure they are fully seated and secure.

Part 2: Using the Hitbox Cable

Step 1: Identify Connectors

• Locate the Hitbox Cable.
• Observe the female spade connectors on the cable (for the buttons).

Step 2: Connect the Buttons

• Identify the switch terminals on the back of your arcade buttons.
• Slide the female spade connectors from the Hitbox Cable onto the switch terminals of your buttons.
• Ensure the connectors are securely attached.
• Connect each button to the desired spot on the hitbox cable.

Step 3: Connect to the Brook Fighting Board Cable

• Locate the 5-Pin JST PH connector port on your Brook Fighting Board Cable.
• Plug the Hitbox Cable connector into the connector.
• Ensure it's fully seated and secure.

Part 3: Final Steps (For Both Cables)

Step 1: Verify Connections

• Double-check all connections to ensure they are secure.

Step 2: Test Your Setup

• Connect your Brook Fighting Board to your computer or console.
• Use a game or testing software to verify that all buttons and joystick directions are functioning correctly.
• Refer to the brook fighting board’s user manual for testing information.

Important Reminders:

• Always refer to your Brook Fighting Board's user manual for specific instructions and compatibility details.
• Button functions may vary depending on your Fighting Board version.
• The cables now come in two different colors, but they have the same specs, so they work exactly the same.
• Non-soldered design, just swap the button to make it a joystick gaming board.

By following these steps, you can easily wire your fightstick or hitbox using Brook's Fighting Board Cables.