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SPECIALTY-AV SCART to Component Video Converter for Sega, Genesis, Atari
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Upgrades SCART video signal to high quality Component Video YPbPr / YUV.Works with PAL, PAL M, PAL N, NTSDC, NTSC 4.43 and SECAM.Simple to operate plug and play device.Allows you to ake advantage of the Component Video inputs on your TV, plasma, LCD or Projector.12V DC Power adapter included to match your countrys requirement.
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u/silvernutter · 5 pointsr/crtgaming

I have the SB-2840, and I love the sucker. No noticeable lag or noise, and it actually appears to make intelligent sync decisions (preferring Sync-on-Luma, but accepting CSYNC and translating it to Sync-On-Luma seamlessly.) It has audio inputs, so you don't need to deal with an audio breakout cable. It doesn't need to be color adjusted like other popular transcoders.

One gotcha some people have reported is that it power supply included is sometimes not powerful enough. I swapped mine out for a common 12v 1A power brick immediately, so I never experienced this issue.

Using one on my Sony KV-20FS120 and it works great.

u/Edenal · 4 pointsr/speedrun

Here are a couple of more resources where you can read up on RGB capturing:

https://blz.la/rgb/

http://retrorgb.com/

http://retrogaming.hazard-city.de/

During ESA2014 we used a couple of different scalers. Initially we wanted to used several XRGB minis, but that plan fell through. So we used these in combination:

CM-393 (also known as Centaur Pro): A SCART to HDMI scaler. Will only work with NTSC consoles. In the case where we wanted to catpure PAL sources, we had to run the video signal through a DVD-recorder to conform the signal to proper PAL. PAL60 will also have to go through a DVD-recorder. For that purpose we had several KiSS DP-558 units available.

We also used Cypress CP-255i: A more high-end scaler, basically plug and play. But does not have an input for SCART. For those cases we had Sync Strikes. Or SCART (RGB) to YUV converters. http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO

Seriously, those RGB to YUV have saved our asses more than once. It's a great utility. Works just fine for hooking up your retro consoles to a PVM or a TV with only component inputs. (Assuming it accepts 240p).

As for the future. We opted for a solution which would allow us to stick to one scaler. We went for the Extron DVS-304. This model has been discontinued but can be found in Ebay. This little beauty accepts anything analog. And you should be able to score one for less than 100$.

Since you can get scaled RGBHV output, it's very easy to replicate the output to any source. Which might not be very helpful for personal streaming, but it is godlike for marathons.

There is still a model in production Extron DVS-304 DVI.


tl;dr: There's no easy solution. But SCART (RGB) is nothing more than Red + Green + Blue + Sync.

u/Highfro · 3 pointsr/crtgaming

Yep you can do exactly what your describing using a SCART to Component adapter

A lot of people use this one

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XSSDPO

I've hear it's okay and does the job pretty good for the price

Just keep in mind this is not an upscaler so it will only work the way you describe and probably won't let you hook it up to an HDTV that doesn't accept 480i/240p

Edit: as said below this would be a much better option for not much more in price http://www.ani-av.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=220

u/Yst · 3 pointsr/snes

The SNES does not and will never produce a component signal. It is capable of producing RGB (in all models save the Mini, which requires modding) with CSYNC (in all board revisions save 1CHIP-03, which requires modding), as well as Composite, out of the box.

Solutions for getting Component from an SNES are based on converting an RGB signal to YPbPr (i.e., Component), which is non-trivial, but much easier and cheaper than analogue to digital conversion. This is what HD Retrovision's cables/converters do, and this is what any other SCART to Component converter such as this one does.

Consequently, purchasing an SNES SCART cable and SCART to Component converter is one option (and is equivalent in function to the HD Retrovision cable).

One major caveat, however, is that 240p over Component is not a standards-compliant signal. So it's a bit of a crapshoot whether a screen will actually process it. Adding a line-doubler would fix this, but somewhat defeats the purpose of this more economical approach.

PVMs/BVMs with BNC inputs can utilise 240p RGB directly (with nothing more than a passive SCART->BNC adapter). But consumer CRTs in North America simply didn't support RGB during the analogue era.

u/espo83 · 3 pointsr/gamecollecting

My guess is that the box you have only outputs progressive, which your CRT probably doesn't support. I agree that I would expect this to work on a modern tv that supports 480p.

If you want it to work on CRT, something like this will probably work.

http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462974027&sr=8-1&keywords=scart+to+component

u/mrpopsicleman · 2 pointsr/crtgaming

I've used this one for a couple year now. Works really well. Just needed to open it and adjust the colors a bit with a Philips head screwdriver.

u/Keltoigael · 2 pointsr/SEGAGENESIS

Before everyone points you to ebay please read up on http://www.retrorgb.com, it has a slew of great info. I purchase all my cables through http://www.retrogamingcables.com, make sure you choose the model 2 genesis to rgb scart cable with c-sync on the cable. Its a free option when you go to purchase the cable. This is the converter I use, http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO . Like many have said on the reviews I had to pop the lid off and adjust the color with the caps. Mine came with to much green, its as simple as find a small screw driver and turning until you get the desired picture.

u/nakedarthur · 2 pointsr/retrogaming

This is the one I grabbed a few months ago:

http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

Strangely, it's been out of stock at Amazon, but you should be able to find them on eBay no problem. This seems to be their official eBay page for it:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-SCART-RGB-to-YUV-Component-Video-Converter-Scaler-/221156873851

u/ssl-3 · 2 pointsr/raspberry_pi

I've looked into this, somewhat in-depth.

The trick, as you know, is to get an RGB signal out of the console. Most of the old consoles (and some of the newer ones) can do this -- again, as you know.

You don't need a scaler, per se, if your TV supports 240P mode over component video. You just need a SCART to YPbPr component adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO

The above is a link to one that used to exist, and indeed did exist the last time I thought about this seriously (6 or 8 months ago).

You can test 240P YPbPr compatibility using a Wii connected with component video, and pretty much any of the old, official emulated titles (NES Zelda, Mario, etc): Set the Wii for 480i (no, not 480p!), and see how the picture looks.

On my old Samsung A550 LCD, 480i/240p from the Wii looks nice and square and blocky and digital -- it recognizes this mode as being an old gaming system, and gets the hell out of the way.

If anything, it's too perfect -- it's completely devoid of any of the ugly NTSC problems that old consoles have, and sharp as a tack.

480p is irrevocably blurry on the same games with the same TV, because the TV is left trying to do fancy-pants scaling as would be useful for video (as it doesn't know any better).

There may be a path from SCART to VGA, but if it is 240p that you desire (and I think it is), you might find that the VGA input can't hack that particular resolution at NTSC-ish refresh rates.

u/[deleted] · 2 pointsr/LaserDisc

You can try it out with an inexpensive SCART to Component cable, [like this one] (http://www.sciteq.com.au/shop/scart-to-component-video-cable/), but I'm uncertain if it will work without something to handle YPbPr / YUV conversion in between the player and the reciever, in which case the least expensive option is to grab 2 cables (1 SCART and 1 Component) and something like [this] (http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO).

However, I'd strongly recommend skipping the SCART output entirely and using composite instead. Laserdisc is a natively composite format and using the composite output means a lot less processing inside the player; The composite to SCART pathway in the 925 is muddy and does not do the image any favors.

I don't know what level you're shopping at, but Onkyo's [HT-RC460] (http://www.onkyousa.com/Products/model.php?m=HT-RC460&class=Receiver&source=prodClass) has an MSRP of "just" $549, will accept a composite input, and will upscale it to either 1080i or 4k and output it via HDMI.

u/MetalMilitia206 · 2 pointsr/crtgaming

RGB is a different signal than component(YPbPr). You will need a SCART to component transcoder or a SCART to HDMI converter to get the signal to your capture card. The PVM won't convert the signal for you, it will only pass the signal.

u/ugzz · 2 pointsr/retrogaming

Absolutely, svideo is worlds better. Especially for capture.

RGB is the next level, it has potential to be as clear and noise free as a modern HD signal. You can get the cables on ebay or wherever for about $20. However nothing really uses that plug, so you have to use an upscaler or converter. The nice ones are $$$ (like 200 and up), but you can get cheap ones that work pretty well. I've used this exact setup with my modded N64 (modded to use RGB with snes cables). [retrogamingcables] (https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/super-nintendo-entertainment-system-famicom-snes-n64-rgb-av-scart-cable-ntsc-tv-lead-wire-cord?tracking=5543fb4c077bb) and [component box amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO). I found the converter box for $35 on ebay. So all in was just over $50, and the quality was like a 10x jump.

There's plenty of other options too, that's just the first setup i messed with and i was perfectly happy with it.

u/jonstarks · 1 pointr/retrogaming

bro, http://amzn.com/B004XSSDPO
and buy a scart cable (before u buy anything make sure your tv supports a 240p signal)

u/icedtrip · 1 pointr/crtgaming

You're trying to tackle an issue that I was up against until this past weekend when I broke down and picked up a Sony CRT with component inputs, but here was where I ended up. I shared this in another thread as well ( https://redd.it/6cw74h ).

I use a couple of Extron Crosspoints to output to multiple devices, one of which only took S-Video / Composite. I was using this device to convert my component systems to S-Video. I had my RGB systems first go through this device to convert RGB to YPbPr (although I'd recommend the Shinybow SB-2840 as someone else mentioned), then to the monoprice device.

I hadn't had a lot of time to play / tinker with it when I posted in the other thread, and someone got me thinking to look further into the monoprice device. Much like what you mentioned about the specs you found, the monoprice device didn't convert 240p properly, and instead passed it along as 480i. Some of my systems were kinda OK with it, but others had some issues.

I would imagine the device RGB240P mentioned ( this ) would work since the guy that makes it deals with retro consoles. I've purchased RGB amps from him in the past and signed up on the waiting list for this device too.

u/RadioHitandRun · 1 pointr/crtgaming

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004XSSDPO/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ADXERLXGK7AZN

I was thinking of getting this and some RGB scart cables for my Genesis/Saturn, any thoughts?

u/Wolfie747 · 1 pointr/crtgaming

The only PVMs I could find for sale in my state were very limited and at the most 9 inches, which is far too small for my liking. I decided to look around for trinitrons which obviously were far more common. Although there is not much info about Australian sets out there, I found a couple of listings that actually bothered to show what ports it had and I found plenty of ones with component. My question is for hooking it up to the TV, will I need a simple cable like this one (25 AUD) or an actual box like this one (I think the price is in USD, making it 65 AUD) Obviously in my currency the price difference is pretty big, so I wanna make sure I don't overspend when I don't need to.

u/puredynamo · 1 pointr/gamecollecting

Scart support isn't really a problem in the US. You can get converter boxes that will take scart and convert it to component and you can get scart cables pretty cheap. Something like this will convert let you use component cables from a scart cable:

http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426703936&sr=8-1&keywords=scart+to+component

I don't personally have one of those as I have a framemeister, but a friend does and it works well except that it doesn't have audio out from the box but people have modded them to get audio out of it.

u/ThePenguinParade · 1 pointr/n64

VGA is RGBVH at 31hz unlike the consoles RGBS at 15hz. You can however get a RGB/Scart to Component adapter/transcoder. External boxes of these are usually around $50 (https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO). You could probably make one yourself as well for cheaper, if you have the knowhow. You also would need the tv to accept both 240p and 480i signal over component, which most do not.

u/operatingsauce · 1 pointr/crtgaming

I got this one a few weeks ago. People say you need to open it up to adjust colors, but I didn't end up having to do that for mine, so I guess your results will vary. I also had to mod mine for audio pass through, which wasn't too hard, but if you don't have soldering skill you'll need a SCART audio breakout adapter. Once I got it set up, the picture looks fantastic.

u/worm_bagged · 1 pointr/crtgaming

I get Specialty-AV unit off of Amazon. Works great, can't see any graphical issues and I doubt the Shinybow gets any sharper really.

https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504620554&sr=8-1&keywords=scart+to+ypbpr

u/RaymondDoerr · 1 pointr/gamecollecting

If your Trinitron supports it, give SCART -> Component a shot, it's a bit better than S-Video, but requires a special converter. :)

Good thing is though, if you plan to go BVM/PVM someday, the money invested to buy all the SCART cables and a switch to go SCART -> Component -> TV isn't wasted, the only "extra" you need to buy is a SCART -> Component converter.

https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504146961&sr=8-1&keywords=scart+component

But, don't invest the money unless you can afford to go "halfway" to PVM now, there is a quality difference jump from S-Video to Component but it isn't that much, many say you can't even tell. It's no where near the quality difference of going RF/Composite to S-Video.

u/RGB240P · 1 pointr/crtgaming

This might be your simplest solution: https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/SCART-breakout-adapter-for-composite-and-s-video

That will give you an RGB video signal for the CRT, and S-VIDEO for the Elgato's A/V in.

If you want better quality than S-Video for the capture, then you need to first use a matrix switch to split the RGB signal. I would recommend either the gscartsw or an Extron Crosspoint for that.

Once split, you would then need to convert that second RGB output signal into a video format that the Elgato can understand.

If you want to use the Elgato's YPbPr (YUV) component input, you can try and run the signal through one of these: https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO

If you want to use the Elgato's HDMI input, then run the RGB signal through an X-RGB mini "Framemeister", or alternatively the Open Source Scan Converter (OSSC).

u/VietKongCountry · 1 pointr/crtgaming

Thanks a lot for the suggestion. Still trying to get my head around how these things even work. Currently using csync RGB scart. Seems like it's a bit of hassle, but definitely not too ridiculous. I was hoping there was some way to extract the image directly from the monitor without having a horrendous mess of cables, but there isn't.

I found an explanation from the guys who run the ESA speedrunning event, if anyone is interested:

"Here are a couple of more resources where you can read up on RGB capturing:
https://blz.la/rgb/
http://retrorgb.com/
http://retrogaming.hazard-city.de/
During ESA2014 we used a couple of different scalers. Initially we wanted to used several XRGB minis, but that plan fell through. So we used these in combination:
CM-393 (also known as Centaur Pro): A SCART to HDMI scaler. Will only work with NTSC consoles. In the case where we wanted to catpure PAL sources, we had to run the video signal through a DVD-recorder to conform the signal to proper PAL. PAL60 will also have to go through a DVD-recorder. For that purpose we had several KiSS DP-558 units available.
We also used Cypress CP-255i: A more high-end scaler, basically plug and play. But does not have an input for SCART. For those cases we had Sync Strikes. Or SCART (RGB) to YUV converters. http://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO
Seriously, those RGB to YUV have saved our asses more than once. It's a great utility. Works just fine for hooking up your retro consoles to a PVM or a TV with only component inputs. (Assuming it accepts 240p).
As for the future. We opted for a solution which would allow us to stick to one scaler. We went for the Extron DVS-304. This model has been discontinued but can be found in Ebay. This little beauty accepts anything analog. And you should be able to score one for less than 100$.
Since you can get scaled RGBHV output, it's very easy to replicate the output to any source. Which might not be very helpful for personal streaming, but it is godlike for marathons.
There is still a model in production Extron DVS-304 DVI.
tl;dr: There's no easy solution. But SCART (RGB) is nothing more than Red + Green + Blue + Sync. "

u/srdev_ct · 1 pointr/crtgaming

I can vouch for these:


SPECIALTY-AV SCART to Component Video Converter for Sega, Genesis, Atari
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nCoPDbV9X23ZZ

You can get them on eBay too.

u/GBrecharge · 1 pointr/retrogaming

Which SCART to Component box did you order? I got one as well and had to mod a headphone out jack to it for sound because it only did video. This powered splitter looks like it would be a good one, if a little overkill, but it's only about $35 USD. This switcher will automatically switch to whatever device is powered on.

Consoles to Hydra, Hydra to splitter, splitter to component box and Framemeister then to the TVs.

I don't currently use this setup, but if I did I'd probably start here.

P.S. if you ordered one of these and don't want to deal with modding the thing, I'd recommend using this adapter to get sound.

RGB is hard.

u/maxtiis1999 · 1 pointr/crtgaming

I posted here before about this but didn't have an image at the time showcasing the issue. I imagine seeing what's going on can better help you guys identify the problem.

I'm attempting to use a scart cable on my model 1 genesis, and run that through a ypbpr converter to display it on a digital tv. I'm using this converter: https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=scart+converter&qid=1558425306&s=gateway&sr=8-5
As well as retro gaming cables model 1 genesis rgb scart cable and a hd retrovision ypbpr component cable.

u/VirgoAdam · 1 pointr/crtgaming

https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO

I use this exact one.I had to open it and tweak the potentiometers because the colors were slightly off but otherwise it works very well.

u/d3ku5crub · 1 pointr/crtgaming

Without modding, all you can do is use Composite, seeing as there's no S-Video on your TV. If you're not opposed to modding, the site retrorgb.com has links to a modding service to add RGB to an N64, which can then be converted to Component with a device like this: https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO

u/jacob_magoo · 1 pointr/retrogaming

I have used one of these for a long time (link below). Picture is great and it's worked with everything I've thrown at it. Snes, genesis, Saturn, rgb modded n64. It produces a stunning picture on my 36 inch trinitron over component. Not sure how much justice it would do, but I can post some pictures of it in action if you're interested. It's about half the price of the other suggestion as well, it doesn't do audio though, you'll have to make sure you get the scart cables with audio breakouts. When you get it, you may have to open it up and adjust some of the pots on the board to get the color just right, just need a small screwdriver to turn the dials, takes all of 5 minutes.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XSSDPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_7DRZAb4TRV7R8

u/larsoncc · 1 pointr/crtgaming

Do you have a SCART to YUV/component transcoder, if so, which one, and as a follow-up, do you have any issues with any particular system?

Trying to judge this guy, as I've seen it recommended before: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XSSDPO

u/darkchylde28 · 1 pointr/retrogaming

I just read through the original post and the comments following and am confused. If the TV in question has HDMI, component (NOT composite aka RCA aka yellow/red/white) and S-Video, then it most certainly does accept RGB natively, as component is literally plugs for Red Green and Blue, separately. According to a list of specs for the model mentioned (here), the unit supports both component and composite.

Without modding anything, the highest video quality for the NES will be composite, no matter what converters you hook them up to, as you're only changing the base video format (composite) into a compatible signal, not improving it in any way. Similarly, for the SNES and N64, S-Video is going to be the highest quality video without modding. The Dreamcast does have a VGA cable available, but you're going to be out some money for an adapter box to move the analog VGA signal to a digital HDMI one. In my opinion, that money would be better spent buying a SCART to composite adapter, as the SNES, Genesis & Dreamcast all have SCART cables available and SCART, while not quite as crisp as component, is a form of RGB and would look great on your TV; here is an example of such a converter. The PS2 has had component cables available for it for years, so you just need to pick up a set; they're usually cheapest when purchased as a generic set for multiple systems--mine is for PS2/Xbox/360.

Note that the N64, while compatible with the SCART cable used for the SNES, won't output SCART/RGB signal without some internal modification. Without modding, you're stuck at S-Video as your top end video quality on it.

Hope this helps!

u/ouy_evol_i · 1 pointr/crtgaming

I'm using this converter https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO I'm not sure, how can I tell? Also should I buy higher quality cables?

u/240pMan · 1 pointr/retrogaming

My first piece of advice with all of this is to take your time to understand the basics. All of this isn't that hard to understand; it just takes a little time. If you really want to RGB mod your consoles to get the best picture then it is going to be expensive. Some consoles, such as the Genesis, early model SNES systems like the SNS-CPU-GPM-02, Sega Saturn and Playstation one output RGB natively so they don't have to be modded. Others like the NES and and N64 require RGB mods. This site is a really good starting point: http://retrorgb.com/index.html. You could also use s-video instead of RGB scart. S-video is better than composite and most consoles output s-video.
 
It seems that you are confused about scart and RGB. RGB is the signal being output by the console and scart is the cable used to carry that signal. If you want to connect your system outputting RGB via scart to a CRT with component input, then you need a scart to component transcoder like this one, https://www.amazon.com/SPECIALTY-AV-SCART-Component-Converter-Genesis/dp/B004XSSDPO. A transcoder simply coverts the signal and does not change the resolution or refresh rate and there should be no loss in picture quality.
 
So it appears that you are trying to RGB mod your SNES? If you have an early model SNES then you don't need to mod it. You don't need an official Nintendo scart cable; you can use a generic one. If you have a later model SNES such as a 1-chip version or SNES mini then the RGB mod you linked to is what you need. You have to keep in mind though that even though the RGB mod kit on that site is $29, it would cost $65 for them to install it. Then you still have to buy a scart cable (maybe $10?) and a scart to component transcoder (at least $50) to connect to your CRT.
 
The cheapest option would be to just get a used Wii, softmod it and play that on a CRT. Wii can output component and you can get a good third party component cable for $10 or less. Retroarch Wii can run retro games in their native resolutions and it looks just like games running on the original systems. You would also need an SD card to run your games off of but those are cheap. This option might cost you $60-70 but that is much better than spending hundreds of dollars if you went with the other options.

u/klaymankombat · -1 pointsr/gamecollecting

This is the adapter I have, and these cables I think are the ones I have.

You have to buy an extra audio adapter though to get audio, or mod the audio jacks onto the adapter like my dad did (don't ask me how he did it though cuz I have no idea).