Mike Chi has just released a new firmware update for the RetroTINK 5x. v1.24 updated the low-pass filter for anyone who had jailbar/interference issues after the last firmware update. There’s also support for DTV 858 sampling in 1440p mode! The video above walks you through exactly what you need to update the RT5x’s firmware. Details […]
Mike Chi has just released a new firmware update for the RetroTINK 5x that adds some pretty cool enhancements! The video above walks you through exactly what you need to update the RT5x’s firmware. Details about all of this firmware’s additions are below the link: Download RT5x firmware v1.2 here: https://www.retrotink.com/post/retrotink-5x-pro-firmware-updates Purchase all RetroTINK Products via […]
Retrofrog is now selling a vertical stand for the RetroTINK 5x. It’s not only aesthetically a cool choice, but there’s some functionality to it as well: As shown above, there’s a slot that holds the remote control, as well as a place for a velcro strip / zip tie that’s used for wire management. I […]
Here’s a live interview, featuring RetroTINK creator Mike Chi. It’s been almost two years since the last time we caught up with each other on camera and with the release of the RetroTINK 5x, I felt it was a great time to have him back on! As with all interviews / podcasts, this is available […]
Above is a deep-dive video revealing all the launch day features of the brand new RetroTINK 5x! All the basics are in the first six minutes, but after that I go over all the awesome things this upscaler…and DOWNscaler can do! UPDATE: Please note that there’s been many firmware updates since this review aired and […]
This video will show how to use a #RetroTINK 4K or 5x to convert your analog media such as VHS and LaserDisc to digital. It’ll also show WHY it’s a good choice for many of those scenarios, especially digitizing home movies. RetroTINK 4K: https://retrorgb.link/retrotink4k Other RetroTINK Products: https://www.retrorgb.com/retrotink.html . RT4K Files: https://www.retrorgb.com/assets/RT4K_VHS_2024-08-04.zip RT5x “VHS Beta” Firmware: https://retrotink-llc.github.io/firmware/5x-experimental.html I/O […]
Ryan of Archades Games recently posted a “Motion Adaptive Deinterlacing Shootout” between the RetroTINK 4K, RetroTINK 5x and PixelFX Morph. It’s a great look into where each scaler is with 480i support at the moment and should give customers a fair idea of what to expect if they purchase any of the three. That said, […]
Greg from LaserBear is now selling a remote clip for RetroTINK 4K or RT5x Premium remote. The price is about $8 plus shipping and there’s options to include 3M mounting tape, or zipties. This might be the perfect solution for people who prefer a “home” for their remotes. Check out the links for more info: […]
Wobbling Pixels has just released a video detailing how to get the most out of your N64 when connected to a RetroTINK 5x. As always, we need to stress that NONE OF THIS IS NECESSARY!! The only thing “required” to use your consoles with a RetroTINK product is plugging it in. That said, if you’d […]
Wobbling Pixels has shared recommended RetroTINK-5X Pro settings for use with the PlayStation 2. This video demonstrates both NTSC and PAL signals across a variety of game output options and RetroTINK enhancements, including widescreen, scanlines, CRT simulation, pre-deinterlacing, and smoothing filters. Watch the video above to see what settings make PlayStation 2 classics like Gran […]
