McbazelHDMI Adapter for PS2/PS1, for PS1/PS2 to HDMI Adapter Converter Support 4:3/16:9 Screen Aspect Rtio Switch and Switching 480p/720p Resolution

This device works just fine on my dumb tv but not on my smart tv.

To remind those who don’t know, the PS2 has these outputs from lowest to highest quality: RCA (yellow white red), S-video (4-pin), RGB Scart (multi pin European output), and component video (supports HD, green blue red white red).The PS1 outputs all of these except component, so your PS1 and PS2 (along with PS1/PS2 games) can both output for this upscaler’s S-video.I had recently bought a $20 “RGB upscaler” and was horribly disappointed. It wasn’t even RGB output, because the screen made no difference between the PS2 settings switching between RGB and Component output. And the screen was so dark, I couldn’t even see in the dark Alien Trilogy PS1 game. Then I saw this little $15 cable, and was inspired by the reviews and no mention of a dark signal.This S-video upscaler is so good, I had to write a review. Heck, I ordered a second one for my friend I was so impressed. Remember, S-video is the second best output for these devices, but it’s also WAY better than the RCA cable! Because S-video splits the video signal so there is far less interference/grainy and smeared video.Now, this cable is cheap and not perfect, but it is the greatest $15 I’ve ever spent on any tech accessory. Sure, there can be some combing effects and the reds can be a little over saturated, but man this video comes clean and pretty. Remember this is a budget purchase, so don’t expect your PS2 to become a PS3.Anyway, the best part about this cable is that now, I can easily and comfortably play PS1 AND PS2 games through beautiful upscaled S-video with perfect audio, no noticeable lag, and the best part compared to other upscalers, no horrible dark screens. BUY BUY BUY

I would definitely recommend this HDMI converter for someone trying to utilize their PS1 or PS2 console on a modern HD TV but not spend $100+ on a high end device. It’s obviously not going to be as clear as a CRT TV or high end device, but still a lot better than Red/white/yellow wire composite cable input. It’s actually playable, but if you are super picky about video quality than it might not be the converter for you. You can only expect so much out of $15. All in all, I’d say it was very much so worth the money. Ive enjoyed being able to play ATV off-road 2 again. I always enjoyed that game as a kid! Thanks!

For what it does, it does it well. It’s upconverting the signal, and does look better than plugging directly into AV/S-video ports on your television.

Worked perfectly. Definitely needs to be plugged into a power source to work.

I bought it for my brother to play on his TV. PS2 games are way less fuzzy now and the colors are amazing

Would not recommend. The device is very sensitive where the picture would flicker at times. The overall picture was nice but again the flickering was too much for me. Went with the LevelHike and you can tell its much better quality.

Works with what I have it plugged into, but I have to admit I'm using it with an almost 25 year old first generation plasma TV that maxes out at 720p so your results may differ on a modern 4K panel.