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There are many different versions of Genesis RGB cables available.
There are many different video cables available for the various models of Genesis consoles.  


== Genesis 1 Cables ==
== Genesis 1 Cables ==


=== RGB (SCART) ===
=== RGB (SCART) ===
The Genesis Model 1 doesn’t output stereo through the rear A/V port; that port only outputs mono sound. Luckily, the front headphone jack does output stereo, so the Genesis 1 cables listed above have a 3.5mm headphone cable that routes stereo audio through the SCART connector.
The model 1 Genesis doesn’t output stereo through the rear AV port, only through the headphone jack at the front. The cables listed below have a 3.5 mm headphone cable that routes stereo audio through the SCART connector.


* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-1-sega-genesis-1-stereo-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead-pro-build Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 Stereo RGB SCART cable] (UK Seller)
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-1-sega-genesis-1-stereo-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead-pro-build Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 Stereo RGB SCART cable] (UK Seller)
* [https://retro-access.com/collections/video-games-consoles-video-game-accessories-cables-adapters/products/sega-genesis-1-megadrive-1-stereo-rgb-scart-with-csync-tv-lead Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 RGB SCART Cable csync] (US Seller)
* [https://insurrectionindustries.com/product/sega-genesis-model-1-rgb-scart-cable/ Genesis RGB SCART cable with stereo pigtail] (US Seller)
* [https://retro-access.com/collections/video-games-consoles-video-game-accessories-cables-adapters/products/sega-genesis-1-megadrive-1-stereo-rgb-scart-with-csync-tv-lead Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 RGB SCART Cable with composite sync] (US Seller)


[[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]
[[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]


=== Component YPbPr ===
=== Component/YPbPr ===
While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.
While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.


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* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/32X-PATCH-CABLE-WITH-FEMALE-9-PIN-DIN Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - UK Seller**] (Not compatible with the RAD2x or HD Retrovision cables)
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/32X-PATCH-CABLE-WITH-FEMALE-9-PIN-DIN Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - UK Seller**] (Not compatible with the RAD2x or HD Retrovision cables)


== Genesis 2 Cables ==
== Genesis 2/3 Cables ==


Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, RGB-modded Genesis 3, etc) can use one of these cables.
Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, Genesis 3, etc.) can use one of these cables.


=== RGB (SCART) ===
=== RGB (SCART) ===
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-2-sega-genesis-2-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (UK Seller)
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-2-sega-genesis-2-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (UK Seller)
* [https://stoneagegamer.com/insurrection-industries-sega-genesis-model-2-rgb-scart-cable-w-csync.html Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #1)
* [https://insurrectionindustries.com/product/sega-genesis-model-2-rgb-scart-cable/ Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #1)
* [https://retro-access.com/collections/frontpage/products/copy-of-genesis-2-32x-cdx-rgb-scart-cable-composite-video-sync-version?variant=47709017363 Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #2)
* [https://retro-access.com/collections/frontpage/products/copy-of-genesis-2-32x-cdx-rgb-scart-cable-composite-video-sync-version?variant=47709017363 Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #2)


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* Genesis 2 RAD2X: [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/SEGA-MEGA-DRIVE-2-GENESIS-2-32X-HD-RAD2X-HDMI-480P-CABLE?search=rad2x]
* Genesis 2 RAD2X: [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/SEGA-MEGA-DRIVE-2-GENESIS-2-32X-HD-RAD2X-HDMI-480P-CABLE?search=rad2x]


=== Component YPbPr ===
=== Component/YPbPr ===
* [https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis-ypbpr-component-cable HD Retrovision] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
* [https://rondoproducts.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis HD Retrovision] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-2-Genesis-2-32X-%20Component-YPbPr-cable-240p Retro Gaming Cables] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-2-Genesis-2-32X-%20Component-YPbPr-cable-240p Retro Gaming Cables] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables


== Genesis 3 Cables ==
[[Category:Genesis]]
 
The model 3 Genesis requires a modification to enable RGB output. Once modded, you can use the same cables as the Genesis 2, provided you used the same connector.

Latest revision as of 06:10, 26 January 2024

There are many different video cables available for the various models of Genesis consoles.

Genesis 1 Cables

RGB (SCART)

The model 1 Genesis doesn’t output stereo through the rear AV port, only through the headphone jack at the front. The cables listed below have a 3.5 mm headphone cable that routes stereo audio through the SCART connector.

GenesisPage05.jpg

Component/YPbPr

While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.

Genesis 1 to Genesis 2 Adapters

Genesis 2/3 Cables

Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, Genesis 3, etc.) can use one of these cables.

RGB (SCART)

HDMI

Although the Genesis doesn't support native HDMI output, you can use a cable that adapts RGB to HDMI.

  • Genesis 2 RAD2X: [1]

Component/YPbPr

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