Awesome! The GCVideo mod's image quality is very close to the Official Nintendo GameCube Component Cables, if not slightly better.leonk wrote:something different today, nintendo component cable vs gcvideo hdmi.
Checkout the text at 5:50.
https://youtu.be/6TS32IHeorM
Yeah the official cables add in some sort of softening filter. Of that I'm certain after using forced 240p mode with the GBI GBP software. Even in that mode, edges were slightly diffuse.philexile wrote:Isn't it possible the component signal is being processed in a different way then HDMI? Also, while the HDMI looked sharper, the whites seems a little too bright.
Regardless, it is great to see that its working so well!
PAL Gamecube -> Official Component Cable -> OSSCFBX wrote:Yeah the official cables add in some sort of softening filter. Of that I'm certain after using forced 240p mode with the GBI GBP software. Even in that mode, edges were slightly diffuse.
Will you be accepting consoles for install of your TOSLINK mod?citrus3000psi wrote:Yes the mod works fine. The toslink only mod board will be an easier install.Seraphic wrote: It looks like a very detailed modification, but you were able to get it working?
Is it easier to implement and install TOSLINK when using your internal GCVideo board?
Here is a shot of how the QSB work. This is an HDMI only board. I'm still waiting on the other boards to arrive.
NTSC Gamecube here. But I get slightly soft edges. Now I am using a Framemeister, but I ruled that out as the cause because PS2 component is razor-sharp through it.Thomago wrote:PAL Gamecube -> Official Component Cable -> OSSCFBX wrote:Yeah the official cables add in some sort of softening filter. Of that I'm certain after using forced 240p mode with the GBI GBP software. Even in that mode, edges were slightly diffuse.
Using this setup, I'm able to get pixel perfect sharpness. So I have to dissent.
I have both and recently compared them with a capture device (plus OSSC and upscaler). The official component cable actually does provide a very slightly better image, but it's something you can only spot by a direct A/B comparison and is most likely unnoticeable on consumer CRTs. On the other hand, in my case the GCVideo Lite output while still being component required a significantly different calibration with respect to the official cable (in terms of brightness, contrast and saturation/hue) and this might actually be more worth keeping in mind.andykara2003 wrote:So I'm now wondering if the analogue version of GCvideo is going to give a noticeably sharper image on a CRT than the official component cable?
Thanks very much for that - I didn't expect such a concise answer!Xer Xian wrote:The official component cable actually does provide a very slightly better image, but it's something you can only spot by a direct A/B comparison and is most likely unnoticeable on consumer CRTs.
So you're saying/confirming that ZeldaXPro did NOT produce the device you purchased, which fried your console?noonan2678 wrote:
Quick update on this...
The eBay seller claims to be a reseller and not the "creator." He pushed back citing that he just sells them. Interestingly, his account has 12 feedback and all 12 are sales of the GC HDMI unit.
After some back and forth, he basically said that no one else had a problem and then refunded me the entire purchase price. So, I'm left with a fried, modded GC.
The problem is not with the original design, which was made available for free by someone else (sorry, forget who did that great work), it's with the execution of this unit specifically. I understand these things can
be challenging and appreciate all of the independent efforts to better the hobby. It's clear here though, that Zeldaxpro knew this thing would send 12V through the system if slightly off. That implementation
doesn't have to happen and even if it did, more time should have been spent to ensure that the unit is secure in the digital a/v out. I'm telling you guys, it moved around in there much easier than it should have.
Just be careful if you have one and consider this if you're in the market to buy one. I went ahead and just grabbed a component cable for a good price to be done with it.
There is no softening filter. It's just that analog is a lossy signal format, while digital is lossless.FBX wrote:Yeah the official cables add in some sort of softening filter. Of that I'm certain after using forced 240p mode with the GBI GBP software. Even in that mode, edges were slightly diffuse.philexile wrote:Isn't it possible the component signal is being processed in a different way then HDMI? Also, while the HDMI looked sharper, the whites seems a little too bright.
Regardless, it is great to see that its working so well!
No, saying he did but that the eBay seller is claiming to be his reseller and not ZeldaXPro himself. That alone seemed odd to me, which was why I noted it. He responded to communications with "we." Not sure who "we" could be when the eBay account has only sold 12 of these adapters.Greg2600 wrote:So you're saying/confirming that ZeldaXPro did NOT produce the device you purchased, which fried your console?
Are you guys talking about ZeldaXPro's PnP version 1.0 or 2.0? Also, when you buy from ZeldaXPro, he makes it very clear in the included directions to unplug the power cable before removing or inserting his GC PnP 2.0.noonan2678 wrote:No, saying he did but that the eBay seller is claiming to be his reseller and not ZeldaXPro himself. That alone seemed odd to me, which was why I noted it. He responded to communications with "we." Not sure who "we" could be when the eBay account has only sold 12 of these adapters.Greg2600 wrote:So you're saying/confirming that ZeldaXPro did NOT produce the device you purchased, which fried your console?
Another note... Someone else through a Facebook group has just told me that his friend has also shorted out his console with the adapter. I haven't mentioned anything to him about posting something and don't want to give his info just yet, but
he has no reason to make this up (nor do I). As mentioned, the eBay seller has refunded me the entire purchase price + shipping. I'm sure "they" are aware of the issues with the device at this point.
LOL - that's one way to do it. At least it won't slip around.strayan wrote:I just bought a second cube in pretty rough but working condition and glued mine in.
I'm going to assume you are talking about the HDMI/RGB DUAL board.NevynPA wrote:Hi, I've been following this topic off and on for years, and I was wondering if the BOM in github is current enough to work if I want to build my own board?
Citrus - any idea how much boards will be when/if you get them printed? I could vouch for two orders.
Ah, shame. I'm totally willing to do the soldering myself. I like yours better, but maybe I'll end up going with a Pluto IIx-HDMI to save a few bucks. Thanks for the reply!citrus3000psi wrote:I'd say selling boards direct will be 75-125 and and install charge of 40-50NevynPA wrote:Hi, I've been following this topic off and on for years, and I was wondering if the BOM in github is current enough to work if I want to build my own board?
Citrus - any idea how much boards will be when/if you get them printed? I could vouch for two orders.
I'm not sure if I'll just sell boards directly. I will sell boards + install service though. Reason is that I need to come up with a way to test assembled boards first. Right now my only test method is soldering into the gamecube. Which isn't really feasible if I'm selling lots of boards, except if I'm doing the install.
I have a few ideas in mind, but nothing concrete yet.
I will release the design files, so people can build there own. I'll talk to matt at VG Perfection. He may be interested in doing a run.NevynPA wrote: Ah, shame. I'm totally willing to do the soldering myself. I like yours better, but maybe I'll end up going with a Pluto IIx-HDMI to save a few bucks. Thanks for the reply!
Will the RGB signal on the WiiDual board be able to do 480p?citrus3000psi wrote:I will release the design files, so people can build there own. I'll talk to matt at VG Perfection. He may be interested in doing a run.NevynPA wrote: Ah, shame. I'm totally willing to do the soldering myself. I like yours better, but maybe I'll end up going with a Pluto IIx-HDMI to save a few bucks. Thanks for the reply!
If you want HDMI only, I already released the necessary stuff to build your own. The HDMI only design is cheaper as they have fewer components and is smaller. I'm charging 125 to build/install the hdmi only board in the GC. I only plan on doing a handful, as I'm hand soldering these one by one. Just to recoup costs from designing these.
I think there is getting to be a lot of confusion about what product is what. So I'd like to start using this terminology for my board designs. (These are still GC-Video at heart, not trying to take any credit away from Unseen)
GCHDMI = HDMI only Board for Gamecube (http://shmups.system11.org/viewtopic.ph ... 9#p1268419)
GCDual = HDMI/RGB Board for Gamecube
WiiHDMI = HDMI only Board for Wii
WiiDual = HDMI/RGB only board for Wii
YesGeneraLight wrote:Will the RGB signal on the WiiDual board be able to do 480p?
So I can get rid of my Wii component cables? Will it be C-Sync RGB or RGBHV? I'm guessing it'll be a sharper and more accurate than YPbPr?citrus3000psi wrote:YesGeneraLight wrote:Will the RGB signal on the WiiDual board be able to do 480p?
andykara2003 wrote:Nice - so what would be the best/cleanest way to get an analogue signal from the board to my CRTs - they can take component or VGA?
We are kind of jumping the gun here with questions, since these are far out on the horizon. The Wii version will be just like the GC version. RGBs/RGBHV/YPbPr.GeneraLight wrote:So I can get rid of my Wii component cables? Will it be C-Sync RGB or RGBHV? I'm guessing it'll be a sharper and more accurate than YPbPr?
So the Wii version will have a hole for HDMI and another hole for RGBs/RGBHV? I'll be able to use YPbPr, HDMI and RGB all at the same time?citrus3000psi wrote:andykara2003 wrote:Nice - so what would be the best/cleanest way to get an analogue signal from the board to my CRTs - they can take component or VGA?We are kind of jumping the gun here with questions, since these are far out on the horizon. The Wii version will be just like the GC version. RGBs/RGBHV/YPbPr.GeneraLight wrote:So I can get rid of my Wii component cables? Will it be C-Sync RGB or RGBHV? I'm guessing it'll be a sharper and more accurate than YPbPr?
Sure, apologies :)citrus3000psi wrote:We are kind of jumping the gun here with questions, since these are far out on the horizon. The Wii version will be just like the GC version. RGBs/RGBHV/YPbPr.
There will be a mini HDMI connector, placed in the same location as in this picture: http://i.imgur.com/3GEFzlS.jpgGeneraLight wrote: So the Wii version will have a hole for HDMI and another hole for RGBs/RGBHV? I'll be able to use YPbPr, HDMI and RGB all at the same time?
Looks great! I have no idea on soldering and cutting traces, so I'll just pay you to install it when it's ready.citrus3000psi wrote:There will be a mini HDMI connector, placed in the same location as in this picture: http://i.imgur.com/3GEFzlS.jpgGeneraLight wrote: So the Wii version will have a hole for HDMI and another hole for RGBs/RGBHV? I'll be able to use YPbPr, HDMI and RGB all at the same time?
The RGBs/YPbPr from the GC-Video board will be tapped into the Wii's multiout connector. You will have to cut the traces for the Wii's default YPbPr signals. Now, you are welcome to do your own thing, and wire whatever to wherever. As there will be solder pads available on the board.
