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πŸ”Œ HDMI to Composite Converter by RadioShack Review

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2.3
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Details

Connector TypeHDMI
BrandRadioShack
Compatible DevicesTablet

Description of πŸ”Œ HDMI to Composite Converter by RadioShack

Connect a newer video device with HDMI output to an older TV with composite inputs (yellow, red, white). DOES NOT WORK IN REVERSE! Cannot be used to connect an older video device with composite output (like an old VCR or gaming system) to a new TV. Plug and play! Does not requiring additional power. The source HDMI device must be able to output at 480i or 480p. If your video source does not automatically convert, you may have to change settings on your video device. HDMI in to RCA composite out.

Reviews

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fits old TVs

I bought this to use vintage NES and SNES consoles on an old TV that only has RCA jacks. It works out! I was also concerned about how big the screen image would be, it fills 98% of the screen and I only have a very small portion left and right to use with the side graphics on the screen. SNES. Sound isn't a problem either. No plugins or metal boxes, just patches. I'm so excited to finally be able to play my retro games on a retro TV! RadioShack is back to help!

Pros
  • Home audio crossovers and parts
Cons
  • Long lead time

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Doesn't work

The picture quality was horribly blurry and the sound quality was just as horrible. I bought this adapter to mirror my iPhone in my Lexus after reading reviews and searching the Lexus forums. Tested adapter and HDMI setup on TV first and didn't get much result when I put it in car, it was even worse. Returned this one and ended up buying a $9.99 "Revain's Choice" HDMI AV Adapter. It does require a power cord, but it worked great on the first try and the picture and sound are great. Save…

Pros
  • Accessories and consumables
Cons
  • Slightly torn

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Doesn't work with some devices

I bought this converter to connect a Roku Premiere+ to an old analog CRT TV via the TV's composite inputs. For some reason this doesn't work. When I turn on the TV and the Roku device, I get a distorted picture. I tried lowering the Roku's output resolution from 1080 to 720, but it made absolutely no difference. Roku Premiere+ doesn't have an option to set the output resolution to 480, so I couldn't try that. I also tried connecting my Roku device to a more modern HDTV using a converter via the

Pros
  • Electronics
Cons
  • Some bugs