How to Set Up the RetroTINK RGB2COMP Transcoder
By 8BitMods - Retro and modern console games and accessories | Published: 2026-10-19
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to connect and configure the RetroTINK RGB2COMP to convert RGB video from retro consoles to component video for CRT or modern displays.
Quick answer
Connect your console's RGB SCART cable to the RetroTINK RGB2COMP, power it via microUSB, and plug the RCA outputs into a component input on your CRT or display. The unit auto-detects resolution and requires no configuration.
Why use the RGB2COMP instead of an upscaler?
If you already own a CRT with component inputs, the RGB2COMP gives you a clean RGB-to-component conversion without introducing lag or scaling artifacts. Unlike an upscaler, it passes through the original resolution (240p, 480i, etc.) so games look exactly as they did on a standard-definition TV. The trade-off is that it won't work with displays that lack component input or with consoles that output composite or S-Video only.
What you need before you start
The RGB2COMP requires a console with RGB SCART output and a SCART cable that carries RGB (not composite). You also need a component video cable (RCA male-to-male) and a microUSB power source. The unit does not include an AC adapter because plug types vary by region, so you must supply your own 5V microUSB adapter or USB port.
Setup steps
- 1. Connect the SCART cable: Plug your console's RGB SCART cable into the SCART input on the RetroTINK RGB2COMP. Make sure the cable is fully seated. A loose connection can cause a dark or missing image. If you see no picture, check that your SCART cable carries RGB signals, not composite.
- 2. Power the transcoder: Connect a microUSB cable to the RGB2COMP and plug the other end into a 5V USB power adapter or a powered USB port. The unit has no power switch; it starts working as soon as it receives power. Do not use a fast-charger that outputs more than 5V; the RGB2COMP uses advanced power supply filtering and expects a stable 5V input.
- 3. Connect component video and audio: Use an RCA component cable (red, green, blue) to connect the Y, Pb, and Pr outputs to your CRT or display's component input. Connect the Left and Right audio RCA outputs to your TV or amplifier. Make sure you match the colors exactly: Y to green, Pb to blue, Pr to red. Swapping them will produce a garbled or black-and-white image.
- 4. Turn on your console and display: Power on your retro console and select the component input on your TV or monitor. The RGB2COMP auto-detects the resolution and begins converting immediately. No on-screen menu or button pressing is required. If the image appears green or has no color, your display may not support the input resolution or the SCART cable may be wired for composite rather than RGB.
Product facts
- RetroTINK RGB2COMP RGB to Component Transcoder: The RGB2COMP supports 240p/480i/288p/576i/480p/720p/1080i and custom resolutions via one SCART input and five RCA outputs (Y, Pb, Pr, Left, Right). This wide resolution range means it works with everything from a Super NES (240p) to a PlayStation 2 (480p), making it a versatile tool for multi-console setups.
RetroTINK RGB2COMP RGB to Component Transcoder
