XRGB-2 Plus Upscan Converter [JPN]

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   NCS received our shipments of the XRGB-2 Plus upscan converter today and all orders ship this afternoon. We've compiled a short question and answer sequence (a FaQ, if you will) to get everyone up to speed on what the product does, whom it benefits, and why someone would want to spend hard earned ducats for one.    
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What is the XRGB-2 Plus?
  
The XRGB-2 takes video from any source which can output composite, S-Video, D-Terminal, or RGB (21-pin native or component RGB through included adapter) and displays the signal on a VGA or XGA monitor. When connected by RGB signal to a VGA monitor, the results are brilliant colors, sharp definition, and you'll see the game as the designers probably envisioned it. When you purchase one and crack open the parcel, it'll look something like this:
 
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Why get an XRGB-2+ when "$#@" makes a VGA adapter for $50?
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of the VGA adapters in the market only accept composite and/or S-Video as the highest level of video input. A composite signal translates poorly to VGA and S-Video isn't much better. Colors are dark or washed out, text isn't as clear as it should be, and you're better off saving the $50 by connecting the console directly to your television. 
   If you're a discerning player who goes for the best, the XRGB-2 Plus provides a superb consumer-level solution for high quality video. 
 
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So, if I decide to buy an XRGB-2, I should only use RGB cables?
  
Yes, we recommend purchasing the XRGB-2 only if you are using RGB (Japan standard RGB, not European SCART) or  D-terminal (Japan standard only) cables with your console. Using S-Video or composite video with the XRGB-2 is a waste and not recommended. In fact, we steadfastly forbid it. 
 
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What is included with the XRGB-2 Plus?
  
A rundown of the features are captioned below:
 
  • Composite video, S-Video, Digital Video, and RGB inputs
  • Complementary stereo audio input for each video input
  • Internal sound amplifier routes all incoming audio input
  • 15 pin RGB terminal output (Connects to standard VGA plug)
  • Improved Y/C separation filter
  • Supports VGA (640x480 at 31kHz), XGA (1024x768 at 47kHz)
 
   The following cables, accessories are included:  
  • L+R stereo audio patch cable
  • L+R audio splitter cable
  • Audio input cable
  • D-terminal adapter cable
  • Component RGB adapter cable
  • 15-pin VGA cable
  • Remote control w/ membrane keypad
  • 12V 1A power adapter
 
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Alright. Gotta get one. How?
  
The XRGB-2 Plus is now in stock at NCS. Shop for one. We'll post more photos and/or impressions as we delve further.
 
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NCS Weekly Recap

Monday PS2 Grandia Xtreme Limited Edition  NEWS Restock and upcoming imports this week
Wednesday NEWS Nintendo GBA and GC pre-orders, XRGB-2 Plus due next Monday
Thursday DC J-League Spectacle Soccer, Fushigi no Dungeon, Sakura Taisen 2 Memorial Pack
Friday XRGB-2 Plus Upscan in stock