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Vectorman0
01-11-2009, 09:23 PM
I could only seem to find one schematic that appeared on several webpages. Does that mean this is the definitive mod?

This was the nicest looking version of it:

http://intelliwiki.kylesblog.com/index.php/Intellivision_Composite_Video_Modification

FABombjoy
01-11-2009, 10:42 PM
Yes, that one works very well. It's also nice because the parts are super easy & inexpensive.

But... it's not a "one size fits all" mod. I've had it work beautifully, and I've had to tweak it a bit, depending on particular console. I've actually got a v1 machine on my bench right now that required me to adjust the value of one of the resistors. As is, if you started Baseball, the field would half turn blue, half green. On other machines, I've had to add additional caps across the +5 and gnd to clear up artifacts.

I say, give it a shot as-is, and if you have any issues, post here see if I or someone else can help you out.

Vectorman0
01-13-2009, 09:15 AM
Thanks for the tip. I'll try the mod on a breadboard before I solder anything.

For the audio, do most people tie the mono feed into two jacks for left/right inputs on modern TV's?

Also, I saw mention of "mini coaxial cable" on one Intellivision composite mod web page. Does anyone know where this can be bought?