Saturn:Video Cables

There are two main model versions of the Sega Saturn, plus multiple motherboard revisions. Luckily, all can use the same video cables.

SCART

• retrogamingcables.co.uk (PAL/NTSC) (UK Seller, PAL users must select "sync on luma", everyone else select "NTSC CSYNC")
• retro-access.com (PAL)
• retro-access.com (NTSC)
• stoneagegamer.com (NTSC)

HDMI

• RAD2x cables

Component YPbPr

• HD Retrovision Genesis 2 Cable castlemaniagames.com (Sega Saturn Adapter)
• Sega Saturn Component Cable retrogamingcables.co.uk

DIY RGB Warning

Properly built Sega Saturn cables must have a 470 ohm resistor and 220uF capacitor on the CSYNC line of each cable! Here's an example of what happens on some model 2 Saturn's when you don't have the correct components. Notice all the weird horizontal artifacts!

Troubleshooting

• If you have trouble with your existing RGB SCART cable, try adding a 220uF capacitor and a 470ohm resistor to the sync line on your RGB SCART cable.  Alternatively, you can order a cable that uses luma as sync, but that might have compatibility issues with some setups.
• If you are unable to get an RGB cable working with a device in your video chain, such as an upscaler, check if your cable is using Luma for sync or if it's CSYNC by using a multimeter and testing if the sync pin has continuity with the sync pin of the Saturn-side connector. Some third party cables use luma sync which some devices (such as Extron Crosspoints) are not compatible with.