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title: "Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI"
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# Zero-lag RGB upscaling Supports wide range of RGB retro consoles 6x pixel repeat & shadow mask emulation Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI

**Brand:** kaico
**Price:** SAR 914
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your retro gaming setup with zero lag and stunning HD clarity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI by kaico
- **How much does it cost?** SAR 914 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- kaico enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kaico brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Zero-Lag RGB Upscaling:** Experience flawless, lag-free retro gaming with crystal-clear digital output.
- • **Advanced 6X Output Mode:** Unlock ultra-sharp visuals with pixel repeat and authentic shadow mask filters.
- • **HDR Mode for Enhanced Contrast:** Bring vintage games to life with richer colors and deeper blacks.
- • **Broad Retro Console Compatibility:** Seamlessly connect Spectrum, Amiga, SNES, Saturn, PlayStation & more.
- • **Premium Build & Firmware Stability:** Kaico’s high-quality design ensures reliable sync and smooth performance.

## Overview

The Kaico OSSC 1.8 is a premium open-source scan converter designed for RGB retro consoles, converting SCART/component/VGA inputs to HDMI with zero lag. Featuring advanced 6x pixel repeat output, HDR mode, and shadow mask emulation, it delivers sharp, authentic visuals. Compatible with a wide range of classic systems (excluding some NTSC and non-RGB devices), it requires a high-quality RGB SCART cable and offers stable, high-fidelity digital video and audio conversion for the discerning retro gamer or vintage hardware enthusiast.

## Description

desertcart.com: Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI | SCART to HDMI converter, line multiplier upscaler for zero-lag RGB retro gaming, with HDR mode, 6X output and image filters : Electronics

Review: A great product! - Might not be compatible with all Displays - no image or limited control. - I do not think there is a better solution available at the time of this writing - However, buyers should be aware not all HDMI input TVs are compatible. (But there is a pseudo workaround by purchasing an additional bit of hardware - ) I have used it so far with an Atari ST. Plan to use it with other vintage machines at a later date. With the ST it works well in displaying low and medium color resolutions. I have tested both a Atari RGB to SCART cable into the SCART input (V1) and a straight Atari RGB to VGA cable (V3). The SCART looks a bit cleaner than he VGA, but both look pretty good. I had to test several displays to find the best choice - Understand that some monitors might have no success in displaying any image due to total incompatibility or if a monitor can display an image - it might now work in all line multiplier modes. (The line multiplier modes allow a perceived sharper image). When the unit is first powered on it will output a test pattern - (which should work on all monitors FYI) - It is only when you select your input that you will determine if your monitor is compatible and at what level. I had a very large, slightly older high quality Plasma display that I hoped to use as my main display - but it was not compatible. But when I attached a VGA to HDMI upscaler and put it after the OSSC's HDMI out - to the upscaler's HDMI in - then upscaler's HDMI out - to my Plasma's HDMI input - I was then able to get a good image. Of course the upscaler added some noise but it definitely looks a bit cleaner than when used without the OSSC and you get the added benefits of the OSSC's different aspect ratio's etc. Link to upscaler - VCANDO SCART to HDMI Converter Video Audio Adapter Box with SCART/HD Switch, PAL/NTSC Video Scaler, 1080P/720P https://www.desertcart.com/dp/B01N06Q9WH?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details Can't wait to try it on some other systems! I recommend this product greatly and this Kaico edition is at a much more reasonable price then previously available!
Review: Handles Most Analog Resolutions - This little guy is fantastic but a little fiddly so get ready to tweak settings if you plan on converting late 80's VGA and even SVGA. I use this primarily to capture DOS era and even some late 90's games. So far it has delivered on presenting 320x240, 400p, 480p, 520p, 800x600, and 1024x768 resolutions. Because of broad standards these can sometimes be tricky to convert to digital, particularly 320x200. OSSC has delivered every time and even when it doesn't sync immediately I have been able to sync with tweaking sample rates with little effort. I strongly recommend reviewing the online guides for the settings, it will be very useful. The picture quality is generally very good, good enough that streaming a compressed video signal makes it near impossible to see the slightly softer image this can sometimes produce when you compare it to a monitor from that era. The lag/delay is non-existent meaning you can use this to play just about old game without using a splitter connecting the vintage hardware to a monitor. The audio sounds extremely good as well, it seems to have a high quality DAC so you will get an extremely good digital production of those old analog outputs from early PC's. This unit is priced a bit higher than most OSSC but Kaico also has higher production quality that you can expect where you can't be sure of the quality of OSSC near half the price.

## Features

- DO NOT PURCHASE THIS UNLESS YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT IT DOES AND HOW IT WORKS
- Revision v1.8 - Works with the updated firmware version 1.xx, which provides improved synchronization management and more stability, a new HDR mode, a 6x output mode with pixel repeat and shadow mask emulation/post-processing filter.
- Does not work with a Nintendo N64, a non-RGB modified Nintendo NES or an NTSC GameCube, as these are both S-Video and NOT RGB.
- Requires a suitable high quality RGB SCART cable to work. Only works with RGB inputs
- Works with all other RGB retro consoles from Spectrum, Amiga, SNES, GameCube (PAL), Saturn, Megadrive to PlayStation and more

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07QF95QP3 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #211 in Video Converters |
| Brand | Kaico |
| Color | black |
| Compatible Devices | Gaming Console, PC |
| Connector Type | Component, DVI, HDMI, VGA |
| Current Rating | 1 A |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 673 Reviews |
| Finish | Hdmi |
| Input Voltage | 5 volts |
| Item Dimensions | 3.54 x 1.57 x 7.87 inches |
| Item Weight | 172 g |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 3.54 x 1.57 x 7.87 inches |
| Manufacturer | Kaico |
| Mfr Part Number | MPOSSCKAI1001 |
| Model Number | MPOSSCKAI1001 |
| Nominal Power | 5 watts |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 4 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Specific Uses For Product | Monitor,Tv |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |

## Product Details

- **Color:** black
- **Compatible Devices:** Gaming Console, PC
- **Connector Type:** Component, DVI, HDMI, VGA
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 3.54 x 1.57 x 7.87 inches
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Monitor,Tv

## Images

![Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71J+5lrZMkL.jpg)
![Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81C3s4KyGpL.jpg)
![Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71AWfSLwPYL.jpg)
![Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FEs841A0L.jpg)
![Kaico OSSC 1.8 Open Source Scan Converter, SCART Component VGA to HDMI - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UXU0AriRL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great product! - Might not be compatible with all Displays - no image or limited control.
*by M***R on October 12, 2019*

I do not think there is a better solution available at the time of this writing - However, buyers should be aware not all HDMI input TVs are compatible. (But there is a pseudo workaround by purchasing an additional bit of hardware - ) I have used it so far with an Atari ST. Plan to use it with other vintage machines at a later date. With the ST it works well in displaying low and medium color resolutions. I have tested both a Atari RGB to SCART cable into the SCART input (V1) and a straight Atari RGB to VGA cable (V3). The SCART looks a bit cleaner than he VGA, but both look pretty good. I had to test several displays to find the best choice - Understand that some monitors might have no success in displaying any image due to total incompatibility or if a monitor can display an image - it might now work in all line multiplier modes. (The line multiplier modes allow a perceived sharper image). When the unit is first powered on it will output a test pattern - (which should work on all monitors FYI) - It is only when you select your input that you will determine if your monitor is compatible and at what level. I had a very large, slightly older high quality Plasma display that I hoped to use as my main display - but it was not compatible. But when I attached a VGA to HDMI upscaler and put it after the OSSC's HDMI out - to the upscaler's HDMI in - then upscaler's HDMI out - to my Plasma's HDMI input - I was then able to get a good image. Of course the upscaler added some noise but it definitely looks a bit cleaner than when used without the OSSC and you get the added benefits of the OSSC's different aspect ratio's etc. Link to upscaler - VCANDO SCART to HDMI Converter Video Audio Adapter Box with SCART/HD Switch, PAL/NTSC Video Scaler, 1080P/720P https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N06Q9WH?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details Can't wait to try it on some other systems! I recommend this product greatly and this Kaico edition is at a much more reasonable price then previously available!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Handles Most Analog Resolutions
*by B***N on September 16, 2021*

This little guy is fantastic but a little fiddly so get ready to tweak settings if you plan on converting late 80's VGA and even SVGA. I use this primarily to capture DOS era and even some late 90's games. So far it has delivered on presenting 320x240, 400p, 480p, 520p, 800x600, and 1024x768 resolutions. Because of broad standards these can sometimes be tricky to convert to digital, particularly 320x200. OSSC has delivered every time and even when it doesn't sync immediately I have been able to sync with tweaking sample rates with little effort. I strongly recommend reviewing the online guides for the settings, it will be very useful. The picture quality is generally very good, good enough that streaming a compressed video signal makes it near impossible to see the slightly softer image this can sometimes produce when you compare it to a monitor from that era. The lag/delay is non-existent meaning you can use this to play just about old game without using a splitter connecting the vintage hardware to a monitor. The audio sounds extremely good as well, it seems to have a high quality DAC so you will get an extremely good digital production of those old analog outputs from early PC's. This unit is priced a bit higher than most OSSC but Kaico also has higher production quality that you can expect where you can't be sure of the quality of OSSC near half the price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must for original hardware retro gamers.
*by J***N on January 18, 2020*

I had a goal of finally getting away from always having to use a crt for my retro gear... This almost makes it (no composite support and, strangely, not everything supports scart). This is a really great toy if you are a retro gaming enthusiast. The latency feels almost nonexistent. The inclusion of the remote and power adapter make it a more appealing OSSC implementation than any other I have seen. The included instructions are not great though. You'll have to go to the OSSC page for some help. All said though, it works flawlessly, the cost was right and feels high quality. The skeletal, open-frame design may not appeal to everyone but I think it is pretty cool.

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