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#Cheap S-VHS from 2000

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#48811From: Bradford K LevyFeb 9, 1992 3:29 PM
Can anyone recommend a cheap way to get S-VHS output from my Amiga 2000? (I just got a nice big tv w/decent res and S-VHS input, that I'd like to use instead of cluttering the living room w/another monitor.) I don't need gen lock or other capabilities, just want good quality s-vhs output.
#48831From: John PendergrassFeb 9, 1992 7:21 PM
Well, 'good quality' is a subjective phrase 🙂 I use the DigiFex video adapter. It plugs into the RGB port, and delivers either composite, or S-VHS output out. I find the quality fine for my own stuff, and for some business video I've done. Costs about $100 give or take. I doubt if it is 'broadcast' quality though (whatever *that* means) 🙂 Next step up are the S-VHS genlocks; there are several available. –jp–seattle–
#48843From: Bill ForcadeFeb 9, 1992 10:18 PM
Bradford: Several companies make an "encoder" which fits in the video slot and has jacks on the back (or is an external unit). These usually go for about $100. If it has an S-Video jack you are all set. If it does not, then Redmond cable will sell you a cable to connect the chroma and luma RCA jacks to the S-video connector. My A2000 has the internal encoder with the chroma and luma RCA jacks. I got the Redmond S-Video cable. Works like a champ. – via Whap!…….from Chicago
#49303From: Andre PageFeb 14, 1992 9:51 PM
A company called Software Sensations sells a cable calles "S-View" It is inexpensive (forgot how much) call 213-277-8272 for info. / / / //ANDRE