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There are many different video cables available for the various models of Genesis consoles.  
There are many different versions of Genesis RGB cables available. Hopefully, this page will simply everything you need to know:


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


If you have a Genesis 1 and there's any chance you'll ever use the Sega 32X, buy a Genesis 2 cable, as well as the custom adapter cable discussed in [https://www.retrorgb.com/32x.html the 32x section]. It might cost a bit more, but overall your setup might be much easier if you just buy a Genesis 2 and an adapter. If you know for a fact you'll only use a Genesis 1, then here's your direct cable choices:
=== 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.


**[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)


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. <br> [[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]
[[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]


== Genesis 2 Cables ==
=== Component/YPbPr ===
While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.


Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, RGB-modded Genesis 3, etc) should get one of these cables:
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-1-Genesis-1-Stereo1-Component-YPbPr-cable-240p Retro Gaming Cables] - Genesis 1 Component Video Cables


* RGB Cables:
=== Genesis 1 to Genesis 2 Adapters ===
** [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?tracking=5543fb4c077bb Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (UK Seller)
* [https://retro-access.com/products/female-sega-genesis-megadrive-stereo Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - US 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://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-model-1-genesis-a-v-port-adapter-adapter-for-genesis-2-cable Genesis 1 Mono Audio / Sega Master System to Genesis 2 Adapter]
** [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://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)
* HDMI Cables:
 
** Genesis 2 RAD2X: [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/SEGA-MEGA-DRIVE-2-GENESIS-2-32X-HD-RAD2X-HDMI-480P-CABLE?search=rad2x]
== Genesis 2/3 Cables ==
* Component Video Cables (RGB Quality):
 
** [https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis-ypbpr-component-cable HD Retrovision] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, Genesis 3, etc.) can use one of these 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-1-Genesis-1-Stereo1-Component-YPbPr-cable-240p Retro Gaming Cables] - Genesis 1 Component Video Cables
=== RGB (SCART) ===
** Genesis 1 Adapters (combine with above cables):
* [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://retro-access.com/products/female-sega-genesis-megadrive-stereo Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - US Seller]
* [https://insurrectionindustries.com/product/sega-genesis-model-2-rgb-scart-cable/ Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #1)
*** [https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-model-1-genesis-a-v-port-adapter-adapter-for-genesis-2-cable Genesis 1 Mono Audio / Sega Master System to Genesis 2 Adapter]
* [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://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)
 
=== HDMI ===
Although the Genesis doesn't support native HDMI output, you can use a cable that adapts RGB to HDMI.
* Genesis 2 RAD2X: [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/SEGA-MEGA-DRIVE-2-GENESIS-2-32X-HD-RAD2X-HDMI-480P-CABLE?search=rad2x]
 
=== Component/YPbPr ===
* [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
 
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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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