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This tiny, power-packed module takes in the native Component video and analog audio output from the Nintendo Wii and outputs a crisp HDMI™ video stream. This module utilizes a fully custom PCB with a higher quality, next generation IC compared to what is typically used on the widely available, low quality analog-to-digital modules that are readily available online. The low quality construction of those other modules often leads to video and audio with interference that inhibits enjoyable gameplay. If you are not happy with those modules, then you will absolutely be happy with these.

Features

These modules are not compatible with the Wii Mini. These are only intended for use with the normal Wii.

This module efficiently supports all of the resolutions that are default to the Wii:

NTSC Consoles:

  • 480i, 480p, 240p (via VC/Homebrew)

PAL Consoles:

  • 576i, 480i, 480p, 240p*/288p* (via VC/Homebrew)

* 240p and 288p are unofficial modes used by select Virtual Console titles and homebrew software.

Technical Specifications

Size: 52.2mm x 29mm x 14.5mm
Supply Voltage: 5V
Video Input: Component
Audio Input: Analog Audio
Video Output: HDMI™
Compatibility: NTSC and PAL (all resolutions are supported!)
Latency: LAG FREE!!

What's Included
  • 1x ElectronWarp
Special Instructions

In order to fully utilize this adapter, you need to enable 480p output from your Wii's settings menu:

  • Wii Settings > Screen > TV Resolution. In this menu, click on the "EDTV or HDTV (480p)"

This will allow some games to output at 480p resolution.

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Quality Comparison

Generic Wii2HDMI

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Videos

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Customer Reviews

Based on 198 reviews
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Jon G.
Not as good as the cheaper alternative

I have the cheap wii hdmi adapter that does a better job of converting the signal. This one makes the image dark. It works and does what it supposed to but I can't recommend this when someone can get a similar product for half the cost.

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Ruben R.
Excellent in every way.

I like the ElectronWarp - Wii for its robustness and simplicity.
It allowed me to dive back into my GameCube and Wii adventures.
The gaming experience is intact!
What a pleasure to revisit Isle Delfino from Super Mario Sunshine aboard an authentic train, or listening the Super Mario Galaxy orchestra in game!

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Mitchell M.
Electron Warp

Bought both the Electron Warp and the Electron Pulse. Love them both. Wanted a converter that precisely replicated the component outputs so I could hook up to my upscaler using fewer cables. Works perfectly, thanks!

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Anonymous
Best Wii HDMI Adapter on the Market

I learned about this adapter for my Nintendo Wii from the people over at RetroRGB, since they have a console info section and promote this product for a plug and play Wii to HDMI adapter. This product is wonderful and has no issues transmitting the Wii's SD video and sound over HDMI. No noticable ghosting lines (had that issue with a generic Wii HDMI adapter) or quality issues. Combining this with disabling the deflicker filter via USB Loader GX on Wii homebrew and post-processing with some games results in basically the best picture you can get from the Wii without using a scaler like the RetroTINK 5x Pro or 4K, or using Electron Shepherd's native digital HDMI picture hardware mod. The product also has a very tight grip on the back of the console so you're unlikely to knock it out by accident, and the grip appears to also be tight for the HDMI connection on the adapter.

I think the only "criticism" I could mention, not necessarily a huge deal and it doesn't knock off a star from me, but the Wii's picture is a limited color range picture, like the Wii U. I was under the impression the color range for the Wii was full range, perhaps incorrectly so. One of the replies to a 4 star review from Electron Shepherd suggests that the ElectronWarp's HDMI settings outputs a full color range. Either that isn't true, my product is defective, or maybe there's a misunderstanding on my part. The HDMI black level (color range) on my TV has an automatic setting which correctly sets the picture to a limited color range (called Low on my TV), with the full color range (called Normal on my TV) being washed out. I don't necessarily think this is a huge deal given that my TV can correctly process both full and limited color range but perhaps the reply to that review could either be misleading or confusing like it was for me when I figured that out.

On a more positive note, surprisingly, the 240p video does actually work on this product as intended! My HDTV processes 240p video correctly (not incorrectly deinterlacing it) and it looks alright. I had no idea my flat screen TV was even capable of correctly processing 240p video over HDMI but results may vary for other flat screen TVs.

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Amy

worked great to make our beloved nostalgic Wii work with our new smart tv

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Frederick G.
The best Wii HDMi adapter!!

Get this Electron Warp adapter if you want great looking Wii 480p results!! Mod your Wii (De-flicker) for even better results to go with it!!

I used a generic Wii2HDMI adapter on my Wii for 10+ years not caring about perfection. Recently I modded a Wii & removed the deflicker option. I noticed that the Wii LOZ games (Twilight Princess, Skyward sword) look bad in 480p. It turns out my old Wii2HDMI adapter was making fake horizontal lines.

I bought this Electron Warp dongle hoping it would get rid of those horizontal lines. IT DID!! What a huge difference!!! The LOZ games look way better!! This also helps with other games in 480p.

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Brandon M.
Works great.

Works great. No issues.

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Mikel L.
Nice and simple solution

We are very happy with the Wii2HDMI adapter. It does exactely what it's supposed to do and we can enjoy our Wii games on the new TV without any drawbacks. Thank you!