Easy HDMI Mod For The PlayStation 2
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We have an easy to install and affordable PS2 HDMI Kit. It’s called the ElectronAnalog and it's from the folks over at Electron Shepherd. But for just $19, is it any good and how does it compare to some of the more advanced HDMI kits out there? Let’s take a look!
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3:25 HDMI Kit Overview/Parts
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“Everything worth doing is worth doing right” it might only be $20 but it’s nice to know at least know was well thought out.
You have one of the nicest satisfying intros on youtube
Thank you so much 🙏
Sometimes I just leave it playing on my Android TV just cause of the music
This even fits the ultra slim?!!? SOLD! I even just today got notified that my MemCard Pro 2 shipped. What a great PS2 day.
so does the retrogem now
Just use with a nice upscaler/deinterlacer or something. This chip is just a hdmi converter without any of those capabilites hence why he got all the bouncing without going into progressive mode (very few PS2 games have this mode). Its also how they can claim zero latency (its not doing anything really)
@@hiRyan329329 If you had an upscaler why would you need an internal hdmi mod?
"Easy" is always relative when soldering enters the equation
You won't get many easier soldering jobs than this when it comes to modding consoles
This is a very easy solder job compared to other mods. Looks like something even a beginner could do tbh.
It's an "easy" soldering job, because it's soldered on through-hole component with large separated pads and not on surface mounted components with really close legs. As long as you have flux and an iron, it shouldn't be that hard.
Why don't you just man up and admit you don't know how to solder instead of trying to debate the meaning of the word "easy"?
Like any skill, it always becomes easier with practice.
Unless you have particularly shaky hands, this level of soldering is extremely easy with the right equipment
$19, fantastic. But $35 shipping to EU.. nope.
Give it time, hopefully it'll come down for you.
Bruh...
It's freakin' $10 shipping in the US, even. Fuck 'at.
It's still worth $54 if u want to upgrade to hdmi.
@@androxiloginThat seems very reasonable
Hey man, every time I watch your videos I'm blown away by that intro all over again.
Agreed. Its pretty sweet.
As soon as I saw Electron Shepard I knew this would be great. I love their Wii HDMI mod and have done so many.
I said the same thing. I think they’re amazing.
The fact this also supports the Xbox and Dreamcast has my ears perk up
If it can support even more systems, this could be huge
it can, it will work on the ps1 using the vga option, and the wii. I've been wondering if it will work for a Vic-20 honestly
Looks like it supports anything that outputs a component or vga signal (or can be modified to do so).
@@dragoncracker How does it work on PS1 and Wii?
@@RiderNexus by connecting to VGA signal, looking around the bitbuilt forums you can find some good examples
This is kinda awesome. Sure, the console specific digital to digital high-end solutions are great, but It's nice to see a decent budget option that is relatively easy to install as well.
Great video, I used the same adapter on my Clear Blue Phat PS2. Removed the optical out and mounted a micro hdmi instead of cutting the case. For the price and ease of install this is a great option that provides good video output.
Installed one in my crystal Xbox as well after my xboxhdmi stopped outputting video on me.
Great review! I do think you should've reiterated briefly on the interlaced jitter issue, as that can be jarring for some, but I acknowledge that you did already go over it just before. Just nice to have it in the Cons section for those who skip around so they don't forget what they're getting.
Nice vid. Hadn't considered going internal with it myself. The Analog2HDMI board is great! I rigged one up a few years back in an empty SNES cart with Component jacks and a micro USB port for 5v power. Been using it with my Xbox, PS2, and Wii since. Once you start playing the interlacing jaggies are less annoying - to me at least.
why analog audio when SPDIF digital audio is right there?
It also used spdif
Feel like most people forget SPDIF is a thing
Yeah once I discovered SPDIF sound on PS2 it was like I my console was raised from the bottom of a well and sounds like it always should have.
I was here to ask the same thing!!!
Maybe for the native PS1 support? Dunno
Good thing you posted this on a Thursday, like you used to do before. 😉
Thanks for sharing this mod Tito. This is a great option
I saw that chip noticeably move when you plugged the HDMI cable into the port in the last shot. You're not kidding when you said that mounting it was a con. XD
This is great, as much as I would love to have the fxpixel mod, that price range is out of the question, especially since it’s such a difficult install I would risk possibly breaking the ps2 or the mod itself. Great video!
Keeping Retro Alive one Macho video at a time!!! 🎉
These intros with rotating consoles and pieces, I love them! One can easily figure out how you do it, but it's so well executed it looks almost magical
literally just about to set up my PS2 again and was dreading the cheap HDMI adapter route. Thanks Tito!
I mean, this is essentially the exact same thing, it's just internal instead of external...
@DarkSerge34 True, however I'm trying to convert as many of my retro consoles from analog to HDMI as cheaply and as quickly as possible. For the price with its flexibility, I've already ordered several for different consoles and projects. Converting old Mini-HDMI analog projects I've already completed for example to give them a full-size port is a dream come true.
@@DarkSerge34 Forgot to mention how much this will save me on excess cable mess as well.
This is the same thing as PS2HDMI you can find for 5 bucks, just without the housing. Ripoff
@@golimonkey it uses a slightly different converter IC and maybe the pcb is laid a tat better, but... yeah, $30+ a piece is ridiculous.
This looks great! Thank you for the video.
Great video, Tito!
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Snazzy music ya got there, Tito!
Great work!
While an internal mod is a cleaner solution, if you're not doing digital to digital it's pretty unnecessary as component to HDMI converters are cheap and abundant and aren't limited to being used with 1 console, and if the system is otherwise stock, I wouldn't want to start with a mod like this.
Otherwise, this could be a great mod for cleaning up a retro-setup.
My only other critique would be that, while not quite as small, you could likely achieve the same result with the Wii2HDMI circuit board, save the VGA integration, and last I checked you could get those for $2 a piece depending on where you go.
Any UK / EU distribution for this? Shipping to the UK is £29 which is a real shame as I'd love to take a look at these.
Agreed, double the unit cost for postage is very high.
You can also use a wii2hdmi on any console with few mods 😊
Get PS2HDMI and remove its housing. Same thing, 5$...
I was gonna ask about latency, since it's going from Digital to analog and bake again.
THX for all your awesome videos. I wish I had the skill to do all your mods. I have all my retro machines, but I don't want to mess them up.
That’s awesome! I love your video!! I wonder if you have any video tutorials about how to install $19 hdmi chip to NES (Nintendo Entertainment System console)?
Definitely going to pick one up for my Dreamcast, and maybe some of my Gamecubes and N64s too! So great to finally see a more affordable and simple HDMI solution for older consoles.
If you have the earlier model gamecube with the digital video out, the best bet is probably a digital to HDMI as there's no soldering, no opening the case, you just plug it on and it's a pure digital connection.
It's what I'm looking at, but from memory they're about $100 Australian to buy and ship it to me. I haven't made the purchase yet, as I'm still looking for my controllers
Am I wrong in thinking this will provide the same picture quality as a cheap component => HDMI adapter?
Probably not, the only reason i see to use this over one of those cheap adapters is the convenience of not having to have that thing stick out the back and then power it with an external cable
You are correct. You can achieve the same results with an external converter
You can get a Rad2x and use it to output RGB with line multiplier. Plus you can use it with multiple systems and the same cable can be used with the ps1
I got a spare PS2 that's soft modded, and this is perfect for that. Thanks, glad this is a thing.
I'm very happy this product exists, it sits nicely in a gap between cheap external converters and full digital to digital console-specific mods.
it really has no reason to exist though. It adds the complexity of an internal mod but only provides analog-to-digital functionality which has already been available as cheaper external solutions for a long time. This is basically the worst kind of video connectivity solution. If you only want an HDMI connector, just buy a cheaper PlayStation to HDMI adapter which literally is the same thing and doesn't require any modification (plus can be easily switched between consoles). If you want to do an internal mod, save your lunch money and buy a true digital-to-digital HDMI mod kit for the best possible video output and more features.
@@kalmtraveler This is a general purpose mod, I'm sure for some console scenes it will be one of the best options available when it comes to an internal mod. Plus, it's somewhat of a simpler mod since you'll probably solder to easier points (output connectors rather than e.g. GPU pins). Finally, it can be a cool project for someone who likes this kind of tinkering but is doing this to a console that either doesn't have a dedicated digital-to-digital mod available, or is simply not their favorite console ever so they don't necessarily care that much about getting 100% quality. Also the price differential can get more substantial depending on the exchange rates the person is dealing with (for those of us in other countries), though in this specific case the shipping cost makes this point moot. As stated, I simply think it's neat to have an in-between solution available and I'm sure each person can decide on their own if it makes sense for their setup or DIY project!
@@ViewtifulSam I understand as stated. Just saying that this doesn't offer anything new. People have been internally wiring external component-to-HDMI adapters for quite a while, and you can find some of those for lower cost than this kit. I'm not saying that you shouldn't tinker if you just want to tinker, rather that from a value or quality proposition this specific kit does not bring anything new and could be swapped for better options.
@@kalmtraveler Yeah, from a purely practical standpoint I can see your point for sure. The use cases are probably quite niche
Would have loved to see you having four of those and install them to the Dreamcast, GameCube and XBOX as well.
This is a soldering mod I'd dare to try myself.
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great video tito
how awesome would it be to see a mini consolization playlist. i like the small footprint of this and would love to see a smaller modded DC and NES
Going for the SPDIF would of avoided noise from the video signal getting into the audio and vice versa
Estos mods son geniales que sigan sacando mas para este genial sistema play estation 2💪😎🍻
hey dude, pretty cool video, but how do you do the shots at the beggining??? its like magic
Just ordered mine. Thanks, Macho! 😊
Thank you for your video 🤩
I actually like the picture from the ElectronAnalog over the PixelFX. That generation of graphics was still a bit jumpy for my tastes so getting the blur from the digital>analog>digital is actually a blessing. In my honest opinion though you should play PS2 games on a CRT. PS3 and XBOX360 are where I start to move into digital display territory. The only old console I really appreciate HDMI or digital mods is the N64. The PS1's lack of FPU makes their graphics look terrible on anything new. I need those fixed 480 lines to smooth some of it out.
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It feels illegal to be this early! Didn't watch the video yet. But YEAH LETS GOO!! :D
Using an microSD card adapter as a microSD card slot is actually a pretty clever hack considering they come with pretty much every microSD card. I have like a dozen.
But as a slot goes it's bare minimum. I like click-spring action of slots on modern devices.
Just picked one up for my Wii!
I really wish this existed for the SNES 😍
It is interesting that this doesn't support RGB video. If it did, you'd be able to use it on SNES, RGB modded N64s, even RGB modded NES consoles.
EDIT: Actually this does accept RGB looking at the solder mask. But it's RGB HV. I don't think that'll work as the SNES outputs RGBS? I could be wrong though, I'm not an expert!
@@brandonkickFor $19, I think it's worth trying to use it with RGBS. Just connect the sync line to the H or V. Some RGB-capable devices are intelligent enough to tell if a Csync signal is connected, and this one can seemingly already tell if a signal is YPbPr (Which is sync on Luma, basically a BW composite signal) or RGB.
If it doesn't work, just try it in another console (or with S-video since it also supports Y/C)
I could see this being useful as a VGA solution for the Dreamcast
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I have to ask the question;
Why didn't you use the TOSLink for digital audio?
If this product has a digital audio option, the TOSlink is right next to the AV port and is present on all PlayStation 2 consoles I have ever seen.
It would not only give a perfectly clean audio signal, but offer the option for surround sound too.
I'm seconding this. Would have just been one less wire to fuss over had he just done that.
I like this. Finding a quality Component to HDMI box is always hit or miss unless you want to spend a lot of money on a good scaler. For $20, I think this is a reasonable compromise.
I think I'm going to buy this. The video port on my Phat PS2 was broken when it was given to. So I removed the port completely and install a cheap external hdmi adapter internally. It does work, but the whole install is kind of janky. The picture it outputs isn't that great. This looks like it will give a better picture. Would be cleaner looking to install and I already have an open spot for it.
Love it!!!
Sounds interesting for the new 386 handhelds 😊
if you add a switch to the component jumper you can toggle component and rgb so ps1 games will work in rgb and ps2 games in component
Your southern drawl came out in this one!!
Hopefully community steps in with quality 3d printed mounting brackets system specific for this.
Also, curious about full list of systems this would work with, like would this be able to be used on Wiis (even though a another cheap mod does exist).
this type of content will never be boring to watch.
The cheaper option I was looking for. I want to do this to my soft coded PS2 - Dev modded. Maybe grab a few for my GameCube since I still haven't done the Pico mod yet.
This really feels like an internal, more generic version of the external adapters Electron Shepard is already selling for the OG Xbox, Wii and PS2 (tho the PS2 one requires an additional USB-C powerbrick).
I guess it's a pretty good option for those who do not want something sticking out their console, want a simple HDMI solution on the Dreamcast or don't want to deal with an extra power adapter for the PS2...
The ogx already has a similar mod where you use a wii2hdmi. Those things are dirt cheap and are just basic component to hdmi converters
This reminds me of the time Review Tech USA put a cheap composite to HDMI converter into his N64. I'm surprised it took so long for someone to develop a product like this.
Electron Shepard does have a PS2 to HDMI adapter coming out and given that their OG XBox HDMI adapter turned out pretty good I think it'll turn out just as good
They do? Then I’ll wait because I LOVE their OG Xbox one.
I came straight to the comments and I wasn't disappointed 😂
right on another great mod video!
I really enjoy your videos keep up the great work
a flex board to solder down instead of wires would be amazing
I thought he would point out why he was doing it to the Ps2 mini build, that ps2 is the 79000 series and pixelfx doesn't support that particular model (an another i think) at that point you could have the ps2 mini or a different ps2 with pixelfx. i was planning to do the ps2 mini build myself with the electron Sheppard prior to this video being released (along with a clear shell wii). im glad this video came out so i can finally get the motivation to finish it 😂😂
You didn't mention this, but I assume that while this is universal, that it doesn't do any scaling correct? So if you use this to convert RGB/VGA or YPbPr from an even older generation console that can only put out about 240P, then what happens in those instances in regards to modern displays?
I just got a standard PS2 to HDMI thing, took the case out and wired that up
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It would be nice to see how it compares to a set of cables, like the Levelhike or pound cables.
Every single time we come across something as cool as this, it’s out of stock.
As much as I love mods like this - and I do - there's always other solutions including not needing to use a dedicated converter box to go Component to HDMI and that's the only thing it does. As much as for Tito something like this is "easy", it still requires intricate micro soldering with steady hands and small cables, where you need to really check you haven't bridged any connections or made dry solder joints.
I have an inexpensive all-in-one type game capture box made by AVerMedia - Game Capture HD II C285 I believe. Not only does it record video because it has 2 inputs (Component and HDMI) but only one output (HDMI) it actually does convert Component to HDMI signal, and always correctly without interlace flicker being passed through the HDMI. So I record game footage from most consoles I own (PS2, PS3, PS4, Wii U, all jailbroken/softmodded) and also make the PS2 work even with modern 4K TVs and monitors that have long since done away with legacy inputs. Using an OPL build with GSM on the PS2 allows you to get up to 1080i from the PS2 as well, which can help for recording sharper video.
I'd recommend a solution like that to anyone, especially since I paid very little for mine and it even comes with a little remote control to stop/start recording, manage files etc. I wish AVerMedia would make another all-in-one standalone for 4K consoles like the PS4 Pro, Series X etc.
I feel like the real target audience for this is game stores and similar console resellers. I feel like if you have the skills to do an internal mod you could save up and do a more advanced one if it's for your personal ultimate console. If you are refurbishing consoles to resell for a profit at scale I can see where this would come into play especially if you're trying to just sell to the general public that just wants a plug-and-play option.
Macho let me ask you a question, If I have Hdretrovision cables and a tink 5x pro I wouldn't really need this kind of a mod correct? thanks for the video I always enjoy your content :) take care brother.
no
I looked at the kit and I see it doesn't list 240p as a supported resolution so it's usefulness as an addon to HDRetrovision cables would be limited.
Does it do any scaling, or does it spit out the native 448/480 resolution? Also, I'm curious if it displays in 4:3 or 16:9, since most of your offscreen footage is in widescreen.
Thank god someone is finally covering this!
I "still" use an OSSC (1.6 - non-Pro). Wish you wouldve shown some comparison shots, so people like me would know whether this upgrade is actually worth it or not.
What about instead of modding inside the console if this can be used for turning a PS2 component cable to an HDMI cable?
That way if someone has a spare cable laying around they don't mind splicing, or if they prefer a No-Cut HDMI solution.
Just an idea I had.
I literally just made my ultra slim PS2... Not that I would have done this anyway. The fact that my TV has a SCART connection & shipping over to Europe is more expensive costs more than I think it's worth doesn't make me regret not waiting longer.
I spray painted it blue & burnt my finger on my soldering iron.
excellent
I feel this would be more useful if made into a little box with component inputs so you can connect any console to it, but it needs power so idk. Also I think it should have been mini HDMI, so it would be easier to take out one of the console's original plugs and put this device in its place
Right, so gamecube on the DOL-101 without the digital SHOULD be on the cards for this little kit. Neat.
This is a neat mod, but does it work properly when you play PS1 games? A lot of the external HDMI-adapters for the PS2 does not work properly when playing PS1 games, so it'd be interesting to know if this works properly when playing PS1 games on the PS2.
It should work if it is placed in RGB mode.
So how does this compare to console plug in HDMI adapters like Electron Shepard's own Wii and HDMI adapters? I just got their Wii2HDMI adapter. I have other Wiis so will this be better than the Wii2HDMI adapter or the same? I actually wonder if I'll see the same board in the adapter. I hope there will be more videos putting this thing in OG XBOX, Wii and maybe even an analog only GameCube (DOL-101) and comparing the outputs.
Wow ! super easy and super cheap. Alas am in UK
Yeah, the shipping abroad is a bit high unfortunately, not sure what’s driving that. I’m hoping they can lower it
I'm not sure about this one. It's obviously a good quality product, but if I'm going through the trouble of opening up the console, soldering and modding the case to fit, I might as well get a digital to digital mod to get the best quality, even if it's harder to install.
Now, if this had an HDMI plug instead of a port, it could be used to mod an existing AV cable without even touching the console. I think that would be an interesting product.
Otherwise, I like my cheap external adapter. It don't mind a small dongle between the console and the HDMI cable.
Hmm. Guess I'll keep hoping for a cheaper digital to digital mod for the PS2, something that isn't too expensive because it doesn't do upscaling and effects and expects us to use a RetroTINK 4K or Morph.
Still though, this is cool for people who just want HDMI out without sweating the details, and keeping the price extra low. Definitely has a place in the market.
w video (just from the start)
That's pretty RAD! 😎
So many of these mods require soldering skills, not everyone has them, it can be super daunting to even consider if you don't
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Very nice but when are we going to start seeing mods for the wii or BC Ps3?😅
The Wii I can see why, but what needs to be modded on BC PS3?
@@computercatgaming02 how about a better smaller/external power supply for starters. That thing runs hot 🔥 all the time, not helping the longevity of the OG consoles 💀
@@GrmDark Fair enough, I just have been fine with CFW and increasing the fan curve to the minimum of 35% and it's been very cool compared to stock settings on both of my BC PS3s, CECHC and my CECHB. But yeah the PSU contributes to a lot of the heat, especially on those models
a nice alternative. want to know if using adaptive motion deinterlance? 90% ps2 games are 480i only.
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Definitely cool and affordable for an internal port, but at this point, does it really differ from the eBay HDMI adaptors that use the standard port?
If would of been nice to see it compared to one of the plug and play PS2 to HDMI adapters as at they not only have a similar price tag, but basically end up doing the same thing to get the HDMI signal. So outside of it being internal what is the upside compared to those?