DrPhone RetroLink Component to HDMI Converter – YPbPr to HDMI – 1080p – RCA Audio – Black

The DrPhone RetroLink is a converter that converts YPbPr/component video signals and analogue R/L audio to HDMI. Ideal for those who want to connect older devices with component output to modern HDMI screens such as TVs, monitors or projectors.

Main advantages

• Converts YPbPr/component video and R/L audio to HDMI output up to 1080p 60Hz
• Supports component resolutions: 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p
• Compact black design, easy to connect via Micro USB power supply
• Suitable for older DVD players, TV boxes, receivers and consoles with component output
• Audio and video are transmitted together via HDMI

Challenge and solution

Many modern screens only support HDMI, while older equipment often has a component output. The DrPhone RetroLink solves this by converting the analogue YPbPr video signal and analogue audio to a digital HDMI signal, so you can continue to use existing devices without purchasing new hardware.

What is this product used for?

• Connecting older DVD players without HDMI to modern TVs or projectors
• Connecting TV boxes and receivers with component output to HDMI screens
• Use with consoles that have a YPbPr/component output

Technical explanation

The converter receives an analogue YPbPr/component video signal via three RCA cables (red, blue, green) and analogue R/L audio via red/white RCA. This signal is digitally converted to HDMI 1.4 with HDCP 1.4 support. Power is supplied via Micro USB 5V 1A. The output supports resolutions up to 1080p 60Hz, depending on the source device and screen.

Specifications

Compatibility

• Devices with YPbPr/component output (red, blue, green video + red/white audio)
• Older DVD players, satellite receivers, TV boxes, receivers, consoles with component output

Limitations

• Not suitable for yellow/red/white composite AV (CVBS video)
• Works only from component/YPbPr input to HDMI output, not the other way around
• Not suitable for devices without YPbPr/component output

Frequently asked questions

Important product information

• The converter is especially helpful when your screen no longer has a component input but does support HDMI.
• Important compatibility information
• Check that you are using the correct direction: component input to HDMI output.
• Also check whether your device outputs YPbPr/component, whether the cables are connected to the correct colours, whether the converter is powered and whether your screen supports the set resolution.

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