The framemeister is simply amazing, and works perfectly in my experience. Changes and the like of the osd menu, including the last update. As such, youll want to pick your 20 most important profiles to put on your microsd card, with the. Its purpose is to help evaluate upscalers and deinterlacers, either the integrated ones on a display or external ones. Brand new in box xrgb mini framemiester upscaler for retro gaming. Framemeister n xrgbmini upscaler unit dp39547 compact micomsoft japan import. Im trying to find a lag testing software to test the lag. Xrgbmini framemeister compact up scaler unit eur scart adapter. Home xrgbmini framemeister compact up scaler unit jp21 scart adapter. Used xrgb3 micomsoft dvi compatible up scan converter free shipping from japan. The other solutions listed on this page have a ton of ifs. It is designed to upscale the video image of classic consoles from 240p and 480ip to hd resolutions like 720p and 1080p. Jun 28, 2012 loser xrgb mini input lag measured at 18 to 22ms tolerable in many games, but disappointing for a gamecentric video processor. Like the framemeister, it can scale output quality beyond 480p but like the retrotink it works by multiplying the input resolution, reproducing the input lines at.
Jul 08, 2016 the additional features offered by the xrgb mini are nice, but often not needed, and can be added to the ossc by combining it with another scaler such as a dvdoabt unit, as we discussed here. This upscaler is ideal for retro gaming, especially for games that. Make offer framemeister xrgbmini compact up scaler unit. Ill be doing a wide assortment of tests with the unit in the coming days. The xrgbmini promised to unite those two modes into one, new.
When i was looking to buy an xrgb mini framemeister for use in the uk, i was aware that id either have to use a stepdown converter for the psu, or find a replacement psu. This is because id read that it came with a psu that expected an input of 100v with an output of 5v at 2. What matters is that the worlds best up scaler is finally here. The xrgb mini was released to provide a simpler way to take multiple input formats and upscale them all to hdtv sizes 480p, 720p, 1080p. Information about the xrgbmini framemeister in english more information and tests with the xrgbmini framemeister software. Xrgb mini framemeister purchase links to the right. Xrgb mini framemeister purchase links to the right the framemeister was a revolutionary scaler that completely changed the way we play games on flatscreen tvs. Had this for a month now and can say the framemeister is an excellent product.
Framemeister back the xrgb mini is the latest in the family of micomsoft s xrgb upscalers and upscan converters for classic consoles. These modes affect deinterlacing and picture colour only, they dont change scaling. Think im going to go with the xrgbmini framemeister, then a blackmagic intensity pro capture card. Xrgbmini framemeister compact up scaler uniteuro scart users should check out our eu tax free. You could get a ps3 for less and just play your ps1 games on that but i hear the ps1 image quality on it is not great. Yes that title sure is a mouthful, but it doesnt matter. It can also be connected to a display device with dvi terminal if you use a conversion cable commercially available because it is equipped with a game mode 2d i p conversion mode low delay of game for game screen of interlaced video footage also can convert a lowlatency, in this flight. Micomsoft will add a software switch to support 50hz output timings as well. I finally found a goodaffordable upscaler retro gaming. Its readily available, works on all tvs and when mixed with firebrandxs profiles, is simple to use. Framemeister xrgb mini eur scart adapter solaris japan.
While the mini in the official name let us hope for a smaller price tag than its older brother, the price actually turned out to be same. I thought i would start a thread about sharing your xrgbmini settings. This page serves as an update notice for the various integerbased and some noninteger ntsc profiles for the xrgb mini framemeister zip package. So far i have tested the following systems and computers. All you have to do is plug in your console and switch to the rgb input. This page compares the ossc to the xrgb mini framemeister, as theyre. The xrgb mini framemeister is one of the easiest solutions to play and record retro consoles and at the same time it delivers the best quality for 240p consoles. You might wonder why youd need an upscaler at all, since all flatscreen tvs automatically convert. So i took the plunge and bought the xrgbmini framemeister from micomsoft.
Micomsoft framemeister dp39547 mini compact upscaler. Welcome to firebrandxs custom ntsc profiles page for the xrgbmini framemeister. Micomsoft has just announced it will be discontinuing the xrgbmini framemeister upscaler. Remember you have to add your displays input lag times on top of what the mini is already doing. They are still not quite up to standards, but you can in fact use them now as an option.
Jun 24, 2016 the xrgb mini does a decent job at upscaling and keeping the image syncd. Up to 3years accidental damage cover from purchase and 2year breakdown cover starting at end of product 1st year guarantee. Xrgb mini framemeister compact up scaler unit eur scart adapter. The framemeister xrgb mini includes an international power adapter japanese plug, an rgb cable adapter and a remote control. The panscan option allows the scaler to preprocess the video and center it on a widescreen setting such as 720p1080i and tvs with a zoom feature such as these trinitron hd crts can then have a fullscreen, highresolution 4.
As already i mentioned in last article update, ive been enjoying watching the micomsoft continues working to include new features in framemeister xrgb mini, what helps in the perception that the investment was worth it unfortunately the list of changes from version. Its essential to remember that as of firmware revision 2. Framemister xrgb mini english firmware39000 yen shipped. By version number and the short range probably this is some bug fix. An hd upscaling device for your retro game systems that can display physical media at such a high quality, that gives emulation a run for its money. Welcome to firebrandxs custom ntsc profiles page for the xrgb mini framemeister. The xrgb mini is limited to fewer io options compared to the dvi3551a. Jul 11, 2015 the rgb input lead that comes with the xrgb is wired for japanese 21 pin rgb, it looks the same as the more common euro scart, but is wired up differently.
Even though im not noticing any at all so far, im just curious. Micomsoft framemeister dp39547 mini compact upscaler unit. Dvi scaler for all low end mac and gaming needs low end mac. Hdmi please note vga is no longer supported in this model.
Software xbox 360 hardware software psp hardware software nds hardware software wii hardware software flash memory gba gbm g. We recommend adding a dterminal cable to connect devices using component output. Framemeister xrgb mini a collection of essential guides. Denpashinbunsya unit dp39515 xrgb mini framemeister. Xrgbmini framemeister classic console upscaler wiki. The framemesiter xrgbmini is a device designed to upscale retro game consoles to 720pi or 1080pi with optional scanlines, minimal lag and countless more features through hdmi to your modern television set. Xrgbmini framemeister compact up scaler unit jp21 scart adapter. Take advantage of our eu tax free offer to avoid all import fees. This is because id read that it came with a psu that.
This wiki is a work in progress being fed by the community, so expect some annotations and placeholders within the artcile meanwhile. Cube hardware software psx 2 hardware software xbox. Marvell hd digital format converter 2 x hdmi input 1 x dterminal input 1 x video input 1 x svideo input 2 x stereo audio input 1 x multirgbscart input 1 x usb on the go 1 x hdmi output super highspeed ip conversion is installed in this product. Important notes about the xrgb mini framemeister and my custom ntsc profiles. Ultimately most users are disappointed with the frame lag. Welcome to firebrandxs custom ntsc profiles page for the. Once you rewire or replace the rgb21 to 8pin adapter with an adapter that accepts rgb scart it becomes nearly plugandplay.
Compact upscaler unit framemeister xrgbmini dp39547 limited pack hitech with this upscaler, your retro games will look incredible on your hdtv more details. We also host the 240p test suite, homebrew software developed for use in video game consoles. Mar 19, 2018 today were taking a look at the framemeister. As already i mentioned in last article update, ive been enjoying watching the micomsoft continues working to include new features in framemeister xrgb mini, what helps in the perception that the investment was worth it. Xrgb mini framemeister compact up scaler uniteuro scart users should check out our eu tax free. Microcomputer software framemeister n frame meister n xrgbmini dp39547. The rgb input lead that comes with the xrgb is wired for japanese 21 pin rgb, it looks the same as the more common euro scart, but is wired up differently. Jul 12, 2015 when i was looking to buy an xrgb mini framemeister for use in the uk, i was aware that id either have to use a stepdown converter for the psu, or find a replacement psu. On paper there is input lag but its so tinny that even a hardcore virtua fighter player or a hard core cave shootem up player wouldnt notice.
Think im going to go with the xrgb mini framemeister, then a blackmagic intensity pro capture card. The framemeister xrgb mini unit includes an international power adapter japanese plug, an rgb cable adapter and a remote control. The xrgb3 can also be used as an upscaler but the end result is not always good and you will have to deal with other issues that more modern scalers do not always exhibit input lag, tweaking settings. Information about the xrgbmini framemeister in english more information and tests with the xrgbmini framemeister software updates. Xrgbmini framemeister deinterlacing, scaling, processing. The table below hopefully demonstrates the differences between the two at least in relation to the wires that are used in the xrgb adapter, click the image to see it larger. They plan to stop production in february 2017, and this final batch will start shipping in february also, as they are currently out of stock due to shortages in some integrated circuits needed in the construction of this unit. Xrgb mini framemeister the current standard for retrogaming on a flatscreen tv. Important notes about the xrgbmini framemeister and my custom ntsc profiles. Xrgbmini framemeister compact up scaler unit unboxing. I was happy using meister mode until recently when i found out that it sometimes causes errors in games. What other items do customers buy after viewing this item. Portta hdmi converter up scaler av or cvbs and svideo and rl audio to hdmi converter v1.
The scaler even has scan lines through svideo which is a bonus. Thats the only system ive encountered that displays too dark for me. To check the compatibility with various sources and signal formats i used a dvdo video processor iscan vp50pro with a xrgb3 chained to that. Loser xrgb mini input lag measured at 18 to 22ms tolerable in many games, but disappointing for a gamecentric video processor. The xrgbmini framemeister is one of the easiest solutions to play and record retro consoles and at the same time it delivers the best quality for 240p consoles. One thing of note is that games which supported the extra. Compact upscaler unit framemeister xrgbmini dp39547. It can be converted to hdmi signal to analog video and audio of video s d terminal. Xrgb mini framemeister euro scart conversion mmmonkey. May 18, 2016 only 6 days after releasing version 2. In later firmware revisions, the option to triple, quadruple and even quintuple the line count has been added, to learn more about that, click here. At the moment, the framemesiter is overall the best scaler for retro gaming. You wont feel and difference in gameplay from using your console on a normal crt or on a hd tv via the framemeister.
Winner xrgb mini less inputs than the others, but most compatible and flexible. Email delivery of policy documents or by post on request. Apr 20, 2014 yes that title sure is a mouthful, but it doesnt matter. The xrgb mini does a decent job at upscaling and keeping the image syncd. Xrgb mini stand remote with english overlay installed instruction manual in japanese dsub to component cable rgb mini to jp21 adapter rgb mini to scart with csync stripper original power supply not included as it was japanese unit have provided usb adapter that i have used with 5v2a usb charger no low ballers please, i have. The device also comes with a scaler with both upscaling and downscaling function that will allow you to adjust the output signal to a resolution that. With supreme high operating frequency up to 165mhz and maximum bandwidth up to 1. The best upscaler in the world wont fix a bad tv and lag is going to be a major issue. You wont feel and difference in gameplay from using your console on a normal crt or on a hd tv via the. So, im trying to convince myself to give up crts and move on the xrgbmini. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Upon its release, there was nothing else like it, however production of the framemeister has stopped.
The best possible upscaler for all your old school consoles. Power off xrgb mini on the remote, dont need to unplug 9. Due to limited stock, customers can only purchase one framemeister unit. For a plug and play expierience we recommend to include a dterminal and hdmi cable to your order. Compact upscaler unit framemeister xrgbmini dp39547 limited pack hitech japanese edition, brand new. Are there any more reasonably priced but equally effective i.