Can you buy video games from Amazon US though? Last time I tried I was barred from buying one even after a lengthy negotiation with the seller. The Amazon webpage showed me a list of stuff that I was forbidden to buy from the US, and used videogames was amongst them. (along with food, alcohol, guns, etc.)
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Upscalers, CRTs, PVMs & RGB: Retro gaming done right!
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Can you buy video games from Amazon US though? Last time I tried I was barred from buying one even after a lengthy negotiation with the seller. The Amazon webpage showed me a list of stuff that I was forbidden to buy from the US, and used videogames was amongst them. (along with food, alcohol, guns, etc.)
I used to play that in the arcade, and then it got a Sega Genesis port which is one of the worst ports ever made.
It had a spiritual sequel called Blood Storm which played much better than Time Killers and was even gorier.
D.Lo
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I had some issues with sync on my 60Hz modded Mega Drive 2 on some games, I adjusted the sync level on the Framemeister, which I've never had to do before.
So weird, all other consoles sync fine anywhere on the scale except the extremes, the MD needed to go to 25/30 to be stable on the problem games.
So weird, all other consoles sync fine anywhere on the scale except the extremes, the MD needed to go to 25/30 to be stable on the problem games.
baphomet
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For what its worth my supergun also came from him. I received it in the mail the same day I got the email with the tracking number.
Wow really? That's pretty neat, hope things go well for me, also a supergun??? I didn't know they sold this until recently, I would like to get one of those in case I pick up a arcade pcb on ebay.
BONKERS
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Why not just get RGB and then transcode it? From what i've heard YPbPr out from the SNES is not worth the time and headache.
I already use RGB and have a transcoder somewhere too, but I want to do component mods on my spare SNESs (not for my own use). It's actually a very basic mod, but finding a panel mount TRRS jack is proving to be surprisingly hard. I could do the mod in a few minutes if I can find the jack.
Thank you! You're awesome
It even redirected to their NZ site, so I'll try make an order now!
Ouch, $39 shipping :/
Thanks. I'll do a bit more local searching but if I turn up nothing I may have to take you up on this. The stores seem to have tons of mono (2 pole) and stereo (3 pole) jacks but no 4 pole ones, but I've emailed a query to Jaycar (one of the local electronics chains) so I'll see what they come back with. Even eBay doesn't seem to have them which is weird.
Speaking of which... it's it hard to use a supergun and swap out PCBs for someone who doesn't solder or have much experience with modding and other related skills?
I don't really have space for it (at the moment), but it seems like such a cool thing to aspire to someday - owning/preserving arcade/playing arcade PCBs.
Maybe one day.
I don't really have space for it (at the moment), but it seems like such a cool thing to aspire to someday - owning/preserving arcade/playing arcade PCBs.
Maybe one day.
Friend of Sonic
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I too am interested in the Supergun thing-- I really need to look into this and what it all entails. It seems to be the rage nowadays.
robot
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In short, PCBs are plug n play when it comes to superguns/arcades and jamma harnesses. There are a lot of "buts" though depending on what kind of boards you are interested in collecting. Things like voltages and adapters come into play depending on what game you want.
It can get to be a very expensive hobby too, just be careful!
I figured as such. This stuff can't be cheap, but I've been known to pay a premium on occasion for some rare carts, and this isn't much different from that.
How do you store exposed PCBs to prevent them from getting harmed by the elements? I assume you can't just toss them in a closet and call it a day. But then again, maybe they're more durable than I suspect. Carts are pretty durable, but they get dirty and refuse to boot without a good cleaning at times. So I imagine boards can get finicky with age as well.
robot
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I keep mine wrapped in anti-static bubble bags and then stored in medium size USPS boxes. With the exception of stuff like CPS2, F3, MVS, etc, everything on the board is exposed so they're very very fragile. Couple that with the price tag, you wind up treating them like they're museum pieces.
Boards go anywhere from $40 - $400. I've seen Cave shmups go for more, but the usual stuff is in that range - usually closer to the $100 - $150 range.
If you're into SNK or Capcom games, MVS or CPS2 are great starter boards to collect since they're reasonably priced for the most part and enclosed in plastic cases (like carts). If you're into shmups, good luck - some of those games get crazy expensive/hard to find. Also, I wouldn't use ebay as a price guage - I've seen games listed for $250 that can be had for $60 (much like the cart market).
CPS2 and Neo Geo MVS would definitely be my first boards if I ever got into setting up a JAMMA system. I'll probably not buy one any time soon, but for education purposes, where are some places to buy prebuilt superguns that can take CPS2 and Neo Geo MVS boards? I understand that the JAMMA standard is just a 3 button setup. So the supergun would need to adhere to JAMMA+, right?
Who makes those?
robot
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Sent you a lengthy PM!
Thanks!
Pancakes R Us
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I haven't bought for a while since I started buying digital downloads, but if you buy direct from Amazon (not marketplace sellers), I believe Amazon will ship to you. I don;t think they ship consoles though. Here are some games I bought:
Mario Kart 7
Mario 3D Land
Zelda OOT 3D
Dead or Alive Dimensions
NSMB 2
...all for 3DS, directly from Amazon.com with no issues. Alternatively, there are some very friendly members here that like to help out the international community, so feel free to post in the BST thread.
Sync Strike(which I ordered).What are the alternatives to the XSync-1? I need one to capture RGB
It's pretty simple stuff to be honest, and doing a little homework about the game you're looking at buying is a good way to start off. Look at PCB's that don't have suicide batteries or nasty leaky capacitors, as those boards is where having a little soldering experience helps save you some bucks.
But there's people out there that can do those services for you if it's over your head.
When you get the space, I'd absolutely explore it, as like Bar81 said the best part about going RGB is that it opens the doors for a proper supergun setup. It's certainly one of the main reasons I did it years ago!
Oh, I didn't know about Amazon directly. But yes, they prevent sellers from sending video games abroad. This is the message they give me when I try to use my European address:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/cust...topnav_help?ie=UTF8&nodeId=201505270&pop-up=1
I know I will have to enlist a nice gaffer to help me with my NTSC collection, between Amazon restrictions and eBay GSP scam it's like America doesn't want me to play their games
sixteen-bit
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I have used forwarding services like tenso to get Amazon.jp games. Maybe there's something like that for NA?
The Mageling
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This may not be the right thread, but I'm wondering if I should play PS2 games on my PVM in 480i, or on PS3 with its upscaler? I imagine if it's a 3D game it'll look better upscaled. Just curious.
PS3 does make things look a bit nicer but you'll be facing quite a bit of lag with not only the PS3 upscaler but moving from a PVM to a modern TV.
Your question is a bit ambiguous, are you going to use a real PS2 on your PVM? Or that same PS3? If the former then I'd say PVM, definitely, you'll have real hardware and zero lag. If not, I'd say it's not worth it, might as well use the upscaler.
Don't know if this is frowned upon, but I'm selling off my PVM since I won't have room for it when our 2nd kid arrives.
Here is the post for it in B/S/T.
Asking $200, Local Pickup only near Annapolis, MD.
Here is the post for it in B/S/T.
Asking $200, Local Pickup only near Annapolis, MD.
Later Alligator
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if it's a 60 gig launch ps3, they have built in hardware for ps2 compatibility... i dont think they are emulating anything, are they?
ScionOfTheRisingSun
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No, everything looks like blurry dog shit upscaled next to a CRT that displays it in cut-your-eyes-open native resolution sharpness.
sixteen-bit
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I'm #TeamCRT and wear my bias on my sleeve but PS3's BC should only be a last resort.
Congrats/Good luck with the second kid. Too bad you live so far away from me. I'd bite on a deal like that, especially from a fellow GAF-member who only put 50 hours on the tube.
It has real PS2 hardware components but it's still not a perfect reproduction, many games have issues. A real PS2 is still better, apart from having no HDMI upscaler.
The Mageling
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Sorry, I have a real PS2 currently hooked up to my PVM for use with PS1 games, I also have one of the launch 60 gig PS3s, but that's on my LCD in the living room.
I appreciate everyone's input, it seems like I'll just use the PS2 on the PVM. The only bad thing about it is I don't have a good way of getting decent sound out of it right now. I could probably rig something up but I'm lazy and will probably just stick with the mono speaker.
It's a shame that the PS3 wants to upscale everything. If it could run everything at its native resolution, the 60 gig BC model would be the only thing you ever needed.
King Mystery
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Ehh, I'm considering taking the plunge on the XRGB Mini, but I'm still fuzzy on how I would connect my PSOne to it.
From what I read, I would need a Japanese PSOne SCART cable, right? But does the SCART cable go directly to the XRGB Mini or would I need some sort of converter box between it and the console?
From what I read, I would need a Japanese PSOne SCART cable, right? But does the SCART cable go directly to the XRGB Mini or would I need some sort of converter box between it and the console?
The XRGB Mini has a funky little RGB connector on the front, and includes a converter cable that takes Japanese RGB 21 SCART. You should only need to buy a Japanese RGB 21 SCART cable for your PS1.
Make sure it's not a Euro SCART though, the pin layout is different.
King Mystery
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Shadow Hog
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Well, no, you can buy a European SCART cable; you just need to buy a separate SCART-to-DIN adapter for the XRGB-Mini, since the adapter included is JP21-to-DIN. SCART and JP21 have the same physical connectors, but the pins are different, a fact that could actually cause irreparable damage to XRGB-3s if you mixed the two up (not Minis; they accounted for that issue with that model, you'll just get no signal).
robot
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Can anyone recommend a cable that goes from 21 pin RGB to BNC input?
I'd need that to hook up SNES/Genesis to a Sony PVM, correct?
Would this be a good cable?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Female-RGB2...ideo_Game_Cables_Adapters&hash=item2ed6e53ab0
I'd need that to hook up SNES/Genesis to a Sony PVM, correct?
Would this be a good cable?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Female-RGB2...ideo_Game_Cables_Adapters&hash=item2ed6e53ab0
There's still 3 frames of lag. I use a BC PS3 just because It saves me a component input and a nice amount of space, but for any high action games you're gonna feel the input lag.
Eh I disagree with this. My PS2 collection is basically 80% turn based RPGs or other games that require no significant input timing (like Escape from Monkey Island.) It's definitely the best option for me.
StevieWhite
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Hey guys - new member here. Recently captured some Dragon Force footage (upscaled to 720p by my Framemeister) with my Elgato. Pretty pleased with the result.
I know it has been stated before in this thread, but as long as you are playing a game that maintains a constant resolution, the Framemeister really breathes new life into those old Saturn games. I'm glad I held on to them.
I know it has been stated before in this thread, but as long as you are playing a game that maintains a constant resolution, the Framemeister really breathes new life into those old Saturn games. I'm glad I held on to them.
Cool looking game.
So my SCART switcher came!
I bought this unit based on this:
http://www.videogameperfection.com/2014/06/29/silverscreen-trilogy-review/
There's not a ton of information about it, but they seem to be highly coveted by people on the shmups forum. My friend in Scotland was kind enough to buy it from a local seller, and then send it on to me.
I don't have all the cabling yet for it, but hopefully soon.
And here's the guts, for anyone interested.
I bought this unit based on this:
http://www.videogameperfection.com/2014/06/29/silverscreen-trilogy-review/
There's not a ton of information about it, but they seem to be highly coveted by people on the shmups forum. My friend in Scotland was kind enough to buy it from a local seller, and then send it on to me.
I don't have all the cabling yet for it, but hopefully soon.
And here's the guts, for anyone interested.
So, after months of research and following this thread, I finally pulled the trigger and ordered an xrgb mini. It's on it's way!
I just want to thank everyone for sharing their knowledge with me thus far. This is one of the best threads out there about IQ from old consoles, and it's all thanks to you fine people.
So, about connecting a DC to the XRGB Mini... what's considered the optimal setup? Is there any way to get 480p from games that support it then toggle back down to 240p from the games that don't?
P.S. I don't have any VGA ports on my HDTV. So I'd need to do this entirely though the Mini. Will the Kenzei allow me to do this?
I just want to thank everyone for sharing their knowledge with me thus far. This is one of the best threads out there about IQ from old consoles, and it's all thanks to you fine people.
So, about connecting a DC to the XRGB Mini... what's considered the optimal setup? Is there any way to get 480p from games that support it then toggle back down to 240p from the games that don't?
P.S. I don't have any VGA ports on my HDTV. So I'd need to do this entirely though the Mini. Will the Kenzei allow me to do this?
I've been curious about this as well, so I'm eager to get some light shed on this.
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