How To

Build Your PinMaster

The PinMaster line is designed to be easily assembled, as well as upgradable and moddable. Our aim is that they are as fun to build as they are to play.

Start by watching the assembly video, and then use this reference to complete your build.

Watch the Assembly Video

Wiring Diagrams

Every PinMaster build uses the same PinSim ESP32 board pictured below. The different controller layouts are depicted with references to the named sockets on the board. Hover or tap any component to see where it plugs into the board.

Board wiring

Back Button BACK Left Flipper FLIP_L Guide Button GUIDE D-Pad D_PAD Pair Button PAIR Z Button Z C Button C B Button B A Button A X Button X Right Flipper FLIP_R Start Button START Solenoid Power J15 Left Solenoid SOLENOIDS (J20) Right Solenoid SOLENOIDS (J1) USB-C Power USB-C Plunger PLUNGER Rumble (Large) RUMB_L Y Button Y Rumble (Small) RUMB_S

PinSim ESP32, PCB v5 — stood on end, component side facing you. Scroll the diagram sideways to see both sets of callouts.

Controller Layout — Cutie-Cube

Guide Back X Y A B Joystick D_PAD Left Flipper FLIP_L Right Flipper FLIP_R J20 Left Solenoid SOLENOIDS (J20) J1 Right Solenoid SOLENOIDS (J1) Start Plunger

PinMaster Cutie-Cube, seen from above.

Controller Layout — Half-Cab & PinMaster 3000

Guide Back X Y Z A B C Joystick D_PAD Left Flipper FLIP_L Right Flipper FLIP_R J20 Left Solenoid J1 Right Solenoid Start Plunger

PinMaster Half-Cab and PinMaster 3000, seen from above.