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Chipnetics Computing

728 orders since Aug 07, 2018

St. Albert, AB, Canada

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Product: (4.89)

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Cody | May 12, 2024

Great alternative to OEM VGA boxes

For DreamBaby - Dreamcast DSUB (15khz | 31Khz) Adapter

I recently got a Retrotink 4K and wanted to take advantage of the HD15 port. I previously bought the Retro Gaming Cables Dreamcast component cables, but they have visible chromatic aberration that drove me nuts. This little baby does the trick with no visible degradation or issues in the signal.

My only complaint is that there's no housing around the unit, so it's a little exposed. But other than that, great device at a fair price. Fast shipping too.

Ryan | Jan. 22, 2024

Great way to experience the GBS-C!

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

This is a great, solid way to get a GBS-C. You're not just getting a modified board in a case; there's an entire additional custom board that helps house the mods and overall makes it a nice reliable and stable device. It also adds some connectivity features you may not get otherwise.

I recently moved across the country, and realized my previous self-modified GBS-C no longer worked. It was a fun project and I like saving money, but one downside to my own DIY stuff is that it's not always consistently useful or is in some transition (I added BNC connectors to it, but the 3d printed case I had made no longer fit it, so it was out of the case during the move and this probably broke it). Also, I had never added the clock gen mod because I could never decide on a great place to put it.

Given the above, you're getting a lot for the price. This is a solid device that probably works better than the one I had made prior, so I'm very happy with it.

Steven | March 16, 2023

As fun to assemble as it is to actually play with.

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

I've been wanting a consolized MVS forever and thought about getting one off AliExpress or building my own from the open source MVS, but stumbled upon this kit instead. It was the SNES controller ports that sold me. I own an AES also and as cool as the original controllers are, the SNES controllers are just so much better overall IMO.( Even though I'm a bigger fan of the Sega Genesis 6 button controllers). I have several controllers for my SNES consoles sitting around including two asciipads with turbo functions that work great for shooters. The kit was an absolute joy to assemble myself with the help of the instruction video which made it a breeze. I thought I'd mention I tried using retrobit controllers but the inputs were off so I'll definitely be getting some 8bitdos to complete this console and be cable free. Overall great, affordable and attractive solution for getting your own MVS console.

Peter | Sept. 26, 2022

Nobody said it yet: excellent

For SyncBaby - SNES RGB (15khz | 240p) Video Adapter

Just wanted to put in a good word for the SyncBaby and PlayBaby because nobody else has done so. I own several of these devices and use them with a homemade GBS-Control upscaler built using the wonderful Chipnetics design for inspiration. Shielded VGA cables with 3.5mm stereo breakout is a great time.

The units also include an embedded LM1881 sync separator, which is very important for the PlayStation. It removes about 90% of sync-on-composite video artifacts. A better fix is to mod the console to pull composite video out of circuit and drive csync from the GPU to the multi out.

A couple notes after purchase. Be sure to insert an M3x6mm screw in the bottom of the included standoffs so you can fine tune the unit's height relative to your console's multi out. Also, don't forget to clean any flux residue with a toothbrush and isopropanol.

tl;dr SyncBaby and friends just work and they enable excellent video carried over cheap and readily available VGA cables.

Tilman | July 24, 2022

Great product, snes ports are a great addition!

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

I had some fun playing MS2 and blazing star for testing and the SNES controller ports are genius. I have two of those old AES bean controllers and they suck, now I can even use my 8bitdo wireless snes controllers. My TV did not like the signal however, which was expected and I had an OSSC on hand to solve that problem for me. Great build quality as well, the acrylic feels sturdy and looks awesome!

Juan | June 21, 2022

Great kit.

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

Great way to get a working Neo Geo at home. Both the quality of the product and its design are flawless.

Steven P | March 17, 2022

All amazing

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

Product is excellent, high quality, all great quality, great service, nothing bad to say, thank you!

Logan | Jan. 31, 2022

Great device with awesome build quality

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

Great device with awesome build quality but make sure you use a high quality VGA to HDMI converter or cable. At first I thought my unit was defective as I was experiencing faint diagonal lines fall down the screen when playing SNES and PS2 but realized they were non-existent when playing with an actual VGA monitor, that's what I get for using a cheap generic adapter found in my drawer.

Jonathan | Nov. 21, 2021

Great workmanship and product!

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

The craftsmanship on the GBSControl is phenomenal! It's well worth the uncharge of getting one pre-made vs building one yourself if you're not super familiar or comfortable with soldering and building one yourself. Plus, the design is very small and minimal.

I originally purchased the GBSControl and had issues (nothing related to the build). Turns out, GBSControls do not play nice with Retrovision HD Cables.

I messaged Chipnetics explaining what issues I was having. They were very professional and quick to respond. They were very eager to either allow me to return for a refund, or try a few troubleshooting steps. As I really do not like returning products I opted for the troubleshooting. We came to the conclusion (based on other people's experience) that GBSControllers just do not play nice with the Retrovision cables.

So, they shipped me a playbaby sub adapter ($50) for free for the trouble I was running into. Something they 100% did not have to do.

When I received the PlayBaby and connected everything, the GBSControl worked liked a charm!
Anyone who is looking at the GBSControl for a PS2. I highly recommend getting the PlayBaby DSUB. Or, at least try to get OEM Sony Component Cables.

I give Chipnetics as a store and their customer service a 10/10.

For the GBS Control. I decided to get the GBS Control over a Retrotink 5X Pro for a few reasons.
1) price. $300 is just a bit too steep for 1 console. PS2 is the only non HDMI console I have. Plus, they are rarely ever in stock. Once they go live, they sell out quick.
2) The $30 Hyperkin AV to HDMI converter I have is good, but it really left me wanting a bit more.
So, I figured a GBS Control was a good middle ground after watching some YouTube videos.
I am glad I went with the GBS Control. Sure, I could have built one for maybe $50-60, but my workmanship would be nowhere near as good as
what I got with Chipnetics. Not even close!
Playing PS2 games on my tv at 1080 is AWESOME. Games look great, input lag is non-existent.

The only thing negative I'll say about the GBS Control is how you need to access the menu. You have to connect to the wifi chip thats on the device and use a url to change your settings. But, once you get it to how you like it, you'll never have to open it ever again.

Over all, the GBS Control is a 8/10 (This is no way reflecting chipnetics as it's just the GBS Control in general).

I think anyone can buy from Chipnetics with confidence! I would just recommend reading up on GBS Controllers in general, and NOT USE Retrovision HD Cables.

Florian | Nov. 17, 2021

Great box with huge value for decent price

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

The modded GBS comes with all the necessities and a great note how to start using it. The latest edition includes very useful upgrades like a vga to hdmi converter pre installed and a switch for selecting Scart vs component input on the fly. For further questions I was promptly answered and received detailed help if I needed it to further understand the GBS and it’s controls. Can recommend

Maximilian | Oct. 22, 2021

Product is ok and does the job with a few caveats

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

I use this mainly for upscaling arcade hardware to modern displays, JAMMA boards, CPS1-3, NeoGeo. The product works mostly well but I get washed out colors and overly bright whites alot. Some JAMMA boards would sync at 1080 but the picture would be jumping up and down running in 720P mode seemed to correct this. There isn't alot of documentation on the options in the menu, most of which are pretty straight forward but definitely a few head scratchers I had to look up. Questions and support responses came pretty quickly at first but after a couple of short emails the maker stopped replying to emails which was rather disappointing as I have several issues not quite resolved. Also reviewing the mod itself I can't confirm it but seemed like some shortcuts were taken.

Edit: I was able to update the firmware and work out many issues I had with color/gamma being washed out. I did not request a return as the product worked for its intended purpose. My major complaint was the sudden drop in communication, I understand you can't offer unlimited support but if you can't or are unwilling to help I don't think its too much to ask for you to just say so rather than just stop replying to emails. That being said I still recommend the seller and the product for someone needing to upscale arcade hardware.
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Response from Chipnetics Computing | Oct. 22, 2021
Max, I sent you 18 emails working through your specific setup with you, as best I could. To see a review 10 months after your purchase, despite that, is a surprise. I'm happy to help all my customers with email dialog, to a point. Eventually, with a family, career, mortgage and life, I have to move on to other customers needs. A purchase cannot entail unlimited email support. I've always been receptive to returns, which you never requested; and leads me to believe you're more upset that I did not continue chatting with you above all else. For that, I apologize.

Olivier | Oct. 14, 2021

Great product

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

Works great, event if it lacks a bit more documentation, like à diagram, or a proper manual. But you can find the informations on the github of Rama, and the description of the scaler.
The 240p downscale is great !
I use it to send 15 khz video from my computer (640/480) to my PVM monitors.

Javier | July 2, 2021

A great upscaler for the price.

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

With so many upscalers available, it's easy to feel overwhelmed with all the choices out there, especially if you still want to get good image quality from your consoles while on a tight budget. Thankfully this little upscaler does a fine job, and its motion adaptive de-interlacing does a fantastic job at getting rid of the annoying flickering present in most PS2 titles, like Timepsplitters 1, Silent Hill 3, and DMC1 which run at like 480i on the platform. With that said it's still worth keeping expectations in check, even with an upscaler as good as this it can only do so much to make old games running at low resolutions look good, don't expect it to magically turn them into HD conversions. It's also not the most plug and play solution as you will have to have a VGA to HDMI adapter that also has an audio jack, but it's still a great solution for its cost and the seller is incredibly friendly and helpful.

Thomas | June 10, 2021

Nice bit of kit

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

Thank you for taking the time to design and produce this kit. After almost a decade I'm finally putting my mv1c to use.

Paulo | May 25, 2021

Perfect Neo Geo Kit!

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

The kit is very straightforward to assembly and the result it is beautiful machine, the SNES controller is definitely a plus.+++

Corey | April 11, 2021

Great for interlaced games.

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

Been using it for my PS2 games because, without it, the console caused a major burn-in on my computer monitor. Not anymore. The clock gen mod itself can do some wonky things though, like cause some artifacts between transitions or on solid backgrounds, but apparently, it can't be helped.

Christoph | March 25, 2021

Great put-together package.

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

I wanted to get a GBS Control, but didn't want to deal with soldering and all the other required steps I would need to install GBS Control on this device. This seller has put together everything neatly, and in a nice casing. The GBS Control software came pre-installed, so it was just plug-and-play. I would say the cost is definitely worth it, since it saves you all the hassle of setting it up, and everything is ready to go. I've tested my PS2 and Wii with it, and it looks great with the motion-adaptive deinterlacing. The seller also responded quickly and answered my question well. Highly recommended if you want a GBS Control, but have little or no soldering knowledge.

Minsung | March 4, 2021

It's a great product.

For SyncSlayer II - SCART to VGA Adapter

It has better performance than other signal splitters. It performs better than the product using the LM1881, and the jumper is also more efficient.

Zachariah | Feb. 22, 2021

Excellent kit!

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

Quality components, precise locations for stand-offs, snug fit for the MV-1C motherboard, excellent customer service.

This was a fun kit to assemble, and the finished product is aesthetically pleasing. (Looks like a hotrod!) It will be a treasured addition to my gaming collection. My only complaint is the documentation lacks a component list. Other than that, Great Job!!

Jordon | Dec. 22, 2020

Works great, PS2 looks really good through this

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

The motion de-interlacing looks really good on this, much better than the bob de-interlacing on other devices.
This is a great way to make PS2 look good on modern screens.

Maximilian | Dec. 10, 2020

Great kit! Pretty easy to install!

For Consolize Kit for Neo Geo MV1C motherboards

The Seller has great communication, the kit is well thought out and pretty easily put together. The assembly instructions on the acrylics and standoffs could be alittle clearer but has plenty of room for the NeoBiosMasta mod if you want to install that with it. Totally worth it! Also highly recommend the modified GBS-8220 makes for a great upscaler!
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Response from Chipnetics Computing | Dec. 11, 2020
Thanks Max, fair comment on the standoff instructions - I'll be sure to add more detail for future buyers!

Daniel | Nov. 26, 2020

Perfect 15khz solution for my tri-sync X68000 monitor.

For SyncSlayer II - SCART to VGA Adapter

For my CZ-614D, I set the jumper from C-Sync to H-Sync, and use an AD-HD15NE for the output.

After doing that, it works flawlessly. I've connected my Neo Geo, Mega Drive, SNES, etc and all of these work great. No lag, no visual artifacts, just a clean 15khz signal to my RGB monitor. The designer has been extremely helpful, quickly answering all my questions on twitter. I couldn't ask for a better service and product.

Highly recommended.

Cody | Nov. 17, 2020

Punches WAY above its weight

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

Big props to Chipnetics Computing for offering the full GBS control experience for those who aren't particularly skilled with a soldering iron. Setup was a little finicky, but the written instructions included helped sort everything out. I'm using the GBS with my OSSC to deinterlace 480i content, and boy is it a big step up. The OSSC's bob deinterlacing is decent, all things considered. But the GBS' motion adaptive deinterlacing is a cut above. Best of all, it integrates seamlessly with my OSSC and gcompsw.

Christopher | Nov. 13, 2020

Amazing Product from an Amazing Seller!

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

An extremely nice seller who made an excellently assembled modded GBS which works like a dream. The seller was also willing to help me out and figure some things out about the product that I didn't know when it came to menus and how the scaling functions. Definitely one of you best choices for buying a pre-modded GBS with all the mods you'll need and a devotion to making sure everything turns out right.

Derek | Nov. 11, 2020

Some issues, Immediately rectified by seller.

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

Some issues, Immediately rectified by seller.

Initial issues with wires coming loose in shipping, taken care of by seller immediately, and at his expense.

Derek | Nov. 11, 2020

Great little box

For SyncSlayer II - SCART to VGA Adapter

Seems to also work with 480i and 480p, but probably not guaranteed. The jumpers are really handy. Seems better than the SyncStrike

Evert | Oct. 11, 2020

Love it

For Modified GBS8200 RGB to VGA Converter

This product works exactly as I expected. Apart from video games it does a good job deinterlacing PAL DVDs. Works great as a Component to RGBHV transcoder as well. Happy with the quality of assembly. Nil complaints. There are a few other products coming to market based on the same board and custom firmware that add SCART inputs and HDMI output but I don’t need either of those things so this version by Chipnetics was perfect.
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