tschak909 Posted July 25, 2016 Share Posted July 25, 2016 Is there an A/V to HDMI converter that can have its comb filter disabled? The A/V to HDMI converters that I have (that are based on SiliconImage ASICs), have the tendency to merge fields together, or to apply a _VERY_ oppressive comb filter, which while it does improve the sharpness of certain transitions (large playfield blocks, etc.), it of course causes a nasty striped fringe around extreme transitions (especially for small objects)... I'd like to know if anyone has found a flexible AV to HDMI converter, or if I will need to research on creating my own. (I am aware of RGB modifications for my VCS, I am considering those as well, but I am just curious as to what's out there..) -Thom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newsdee Posted July 25, 2016 Share Posted July 25, 2016 My XRGB-Mini has never disappointed me. Here's a discussion about it with the VCS: http://atariage.com/forums/topic/240468-xrgb-mini-framemeister-best-settings-for-atari-2600/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayik Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Perfect HDMI picture: Mod the 2600 with Tim Worthington's 2600rgb (http://etim.net.au/2600rgb/) RGB cable Frameister sRGB mini (https://solarisjapan.com/products/xrgb-mini-framemeister-compact-up-scaler-unit) The mod requires desoldering of a chip and soldering. Unless you are good with a soldering iron, it is best to pay someone to do it. You will have a perfect proportional picture with absolute clarity and no interference. With or without scan lines (your choice). I'll post some screen shots when I am home. A good read about the xrgb mini: http://retrogaming.hazard-city.de/framemeister.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tschak909 Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 I am very familiar with the 2600RGB and have been watching it closely... I was more interested in what upscalers people were using to deal with the finished signal...Everybody seems to point to the Framemeister...so I will bite the bullet....eventually... -Thom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaWarrior Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Composite is not good enougt for you The VCS doesn't need HDMI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tschak909 Posted July 28, 2016 Author Share Posted July 28, 2016 Dude, it's not about want, it's about the fact that TVs are showing up, less and less, with AV inputs. -Thom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roland p Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 My XRGB-Mini has never disappointed me. Here's a discussion about it with the VCS: http://atariage.com/forums/topic/240468-xrgb-mini-framemeister-best-settings-for-atari-2600/ In what way is it better than connecting the VCS directly to your tv? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaWarrior Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 So, Keep your TV Or even RGB mod it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newsdee Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 (edited) In what way is it better than connecting the VCS directly to your tv?The composite upscaling in the XRGB is much better than the one in LCDs TVs, with a slightly sharper image and much better framerate (proper 60fps). I didn't expect it and was very pleasantly surprised when I tried at first with a SNES; on those old sprite flickering effects any frame drops are obvious. Your mileage may vary of course. My TV was a Samsung of around 2009, but I wouldn't be surprised if modern ones go cheap on composite too. Edited July 28, 2016 by Newsdee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Loguidice Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I'll second the XRGB-mini. If you have any type of classic videogame or computer collection, it's well worth the investment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tschak909 Posted July 28, 2016 Author Share Posted July 28, 2016 So, Keep your TV Or even RGB mod it No. Unreasonable to even consider this. -Thom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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