Useful Information
Original Xbox AV Connector Guide: What Each Cable Unlocks
The Original Xbox uses a proprietary 24-pin AV connector that carries composite, S-Video, component, and S/PDIF audio simultaneously. Here's what each cable unlocks.
Original Xbox HDMI: Why There Is No Cable and What You Need Instead
The Original Xbox has no HDMI port and no HDMI cable exists for it. Here is why that is, and what the actual options are for connecting it to a modern TV.
SNES on a Modern TV: Connection Options and What to Expect
How to connect your Super Nintendo to a modern TV — composite, S-Video, RGB SCART, and what each option actually delivers.
Best GameCube HDMI Adapters in 2026: An Engineer's Honest Comparison
Carby, Retro-Bit Prism HD, component cables, or the Multi-AV path? An engineer's comparison of every GameCube HDMI option in 2026, including which revision you need.
PS2 480p Games: Which Titles Support Progressive Scan and How to Enable It
Only some PS2 games support 480p progressive scan, and enabling it requires a component cable path. Here is the full list and how to set it up.
How to Get the Best Picture from Your Original Xbox on a Modern TV
Every decision that affects Original Xbox picture quality on a modern TV — cable choice, dashboard settings, and TV configuration, in the order it matters.
Dreamcast VGA: The Complete Setup Guide
The Dreamcast's VGA port outputs a clean 480p progressive signal. Here is how to connect your Dreamcast to a modern TV and what converter to use.
GBS8200 Upscaler Guide: What It Does, Its Limits, and How to Get HDMI Out
The GBS8200 is a popular budget upscaler for retro consoles, but its VGA output needs one more step to reach a modern TV. Here is the full setup guide.
Original Xbox on a 4K TV: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why
The Original Xbox can output up to 1080i, but most setups never get there. Here's what your 4K TV actually sees, and how to give it the best signal to work with.