if you have a Genesis system hooked up....which config?

[Anthony1]

Anybody rolling with a Genesis 2/Sega CD 2/Sega 32X combo? I am, at let me tell you, finding spots for the 3 big power adapters is a bitch, and the size of the whole thing is quite large making it difficult to fit into a entertainment center deal.


However, I do enjoy having it all hooked up, so I can play any Genesis type game at my leisure. I can play a Genesis cart or 32X cart, and I can also play a Sega CD or a 32X CD. So it's very convienent, to not have to worry about pulling out the 32X or the Sega CD or both, to be able to play whichever game.


Normally, I always just used to have a Genesis 2 hooked up by itself, because its small, and works relatively well. You just need to make sure to get the stereo cable for the stereo sound. But now, I'm going to try to roll with the 32X/Genny/CD monstrosity. You never know when the urge to play Fahrenheit is going to strike. (yeah, right!)

[Blanka789]

JVC X'Eye with 32X, can play any game, has a fater/quieter cd drive, only one power adaptor. Now I just need to get one of those Mega Master things so I can add master system compatability to that.

[Fighter17]

Genesis 2/Sega CD 2

[Anthony1]

JVC X'Eye with 32X, can play any game, has a fater/quieter cd drive, only one power adaptor. Now I just need to get one of those Mega Master things so I can add master system compatability to that.


So, the X'Eye has a power plug and the 32 has the power adapter?

[GarrettCRW]

I prefer the leaning tower of Sega, myself (especially since it sits atop its bitch, the PS2 ;)).

[norkusa]

Got a LaserActive with Sega Genesis Pac-S10 module. Looks & sounds great. Just wish I had a better receiver so I could use the optical out on the Laseractive.

[dankicksass]

I've got a Genesis-2 bare, no Sega CD, no 32X. It's got two Quickshot controllers hooked to it though. *** For Professional Players ***

[tholly]

i have a genny 1 / 32x / cd 2 combo and i have a genny 2 by itself....

[CosmicMonkey]

I have a region modded Megadrive 2 and Mega CD 2, running via RGB Scart.

I'd really like an RG-M1 Wondermega, but I can't justify that much cash on something that does exactly what my current set-up does, even if it is 10x sexier.

I've been contemplating getting a MultiMega though, just to save some space. I've been told a CD+ import cart works with a MultiMega, but I'd like confirmation before spending on a MM.

[InsaneDavid]

JVC X'Eye all the way, the 32X works fine with it. The 32X blocks the CD door but if you're playing a SCD game just remove it and if you're playing a 32X CD game put the disc in, close the lid, then attach the 32X. The JVC X'Eye uses a single power adapter but you will need to use the 32X power adapter when using the 32X unit. The JVC X'Eye CD drive is far more efficient than the SCD1 or SCD2. Additionally with a US/JPN hardmod you can play Japanese Mega Drive cartridges on a JVC X'Eye via a toggle switch. It will still only play US Sega CD's but you can usually rip, inject a US BIOS, and reburn most Japanese SCD's to get them to run.

If I remember correctly, out of the box a Power Base Converter will not work with a JVC X'Eye for a couple reasons. However when researching the internals of the JVC X'Eye when I was figuring out how to switch the cartridge slot into JPN mode I noticed a few things I didn't know before. Some modifications are more than likely going to be required but I believe I can modify a Power Base Converter to work with the JVC X'Eye - since the cartridge side of the JVC X'Eye is based off the Mega Drive 2 / Genesis 2 architecture. ...now I need to get my hands on one, when I didn't want one I saw them every week. :/

[anagrama]

Double-switch-modded PAL MD1/MegaCD1/Master System Convertor. Via RGB Scart :)

[klausien]

I'm running a region modded JVC X'Eye in A/V composite. I also have a blue power LED in there. It is truly fantastic and highly recommended. Have a 32X, but don't keep it hooked up because I hardly use it. Additionally, I have a region modded Genesis 2 (also with blue LED) and a Genesis 1 with Power Base Converter for the Master System fix. The latter two systems are not hooked up for anytime play, but it is simple enough to set them up if needed.

[TurboGenesis]

I am currently running a Altered Beast Genesis with a Sega CD 2 and occasionally run the Power Base Converter for SMS play. I'd like to go with the X'eye but 1) that would eliminate my Power Base Converter and 2) I would loose all my saves on my CD2 - currently looking for ram cart to transfer data. I had just repaired the x'eye and look forward to using it as it would save some space.

[dreamcaster]

Just a Mega Drive II with a Mega CD II and a Datel Pro CDX inserted to play my JAP copy of Sonic CD.

I have a 32X but that thing's a waste of space in it's box, let alone plugged into my Mega Drive.

[Xexyz]

I don't have any of the add-ons, mainly because finding Sega CD games around here that are good is difficult. As for the 32X, well, I personally don't give two ****s for the system and most likely won't own one.

Up until this weekend, It's been the Genny 2 for space convenience. However, since I just picked up a Genny 3 on the cheap, it's replaced the Model 2's duty. man that thing is small!

[CosmicMonkey]

Via RGB Scart :)

It's great being in the UK, isn't it :D *smugness*

[Melf]

Anybody rolling with a Genesis 2/Sega CD 2/Sega 32X combo?

Raises hand!


You never know when the urge to play Fahrenheit is going to strike. (yeah, right!)

Hey, the theme song alone makes connecting it worthwhile! LOL

[InsaneDavid]

I'd like to go with the X'eye but 1) that would eliminate my Power Base Converter

It may work - just give me some time to work out the details.

[YoshiM]

Model 2 with Sega CD model 2 hooked up to a Commodore monitor. Looks a LOT sharper and more colorful than on my 27" RCA. I have a power strip that's just being used by those three things. I've got a 32X but not enough games to warrant the hook-up.

[alec006]

I have hooked up my Sega Genesis 1,Sega CD 1 and 32X. Sometimes the Powerbase sted of the 32X and when im really board i hook up the Sega Channel. Amazing really how many power bricks there are in my room. On the A/V just standerd Composite Video Comminf from the 32X and Stereo Audio comming from the Sega CD passed down from the Genesis.

[Charlesaway]

I also have the Genesis 2/Sega CD 2/32x setup in my games room, and yes, it was a bit of a problem getting everything hooked up properly. Then again, I have 9 systems hooked up to a switched power bar that allows me to shutoff power to any of the 5 master leads off of it, so that helps a lot.

Even so, I had to use a power bar to the power bar to get everything hooked up.

[segarocks30]

Just the normal Genesis 2 for me.

[Pantechnicon]

Just a plain ol` Genny 3, and a Nomad standing by for on-the-go -_-.

What I'd really like to have is the whole enchilada: a Model I with the undercarriage CD and the Power Base/32X options up top. I have all the requisite pieces, except for some reason my CD drive has no power. I bought it that way and have never figured out how to fix it. Hell, maybe it does work and I just don't know how to turn it on correctly :smash:

[Hammy]

i've got a megadrive (very first '89 model) with a mega cd hooked up, modded up for imports etc, running in a jamma cab on a standard switcher :)

ohh the dilema, the whole lot running off one plug :P

[Nebagram]

Megadrive 2/Mega CD 2. Also got a Megadrive 1 that's lacking in power.

Irony? I got a 32X "first time round" in 1995 which didn't see a great deal of use and got sold on for peanuts a few years later. boy do I regret THAT decision. Not been inclined to get another one since (the dearth of good 32x games is another reason).

I would rank the MD as my all-time favourite console though. :D

[lordnikon]

I have a Genesis 1 / 32x / Sega CD2. The Power Adaptors let off a lot of heat just being plugged in without the power on. I have them connected to an extension cord, which I unplug when I am not using the systems.

I am looking to get a JVC X'eye or a Sega CDX.

Can anyone tell me the quality of the CDX? I am leaning towards that because it is really small, and I have enough consoles hooked up right now as it is. The CDX would save a lot of space.

[InsaneDavid]

Can anyone tell me the quality of the CDX? I am leaning towards that because it is really small, and I have enough consoles hooked up right now as it is. The CDX would save a lot of space.

The quality isn't bad at all but if something does go bad, good luck fixing it - the clearances are just way too tight for any kind of real repair. It is possible, but working on those is an adventure. On the contrary a JVC X'Eye is nice and big inside, the US/JPN cartridge region mod is easy to perform (same theory behind doing the mod on a CD-X but it's a pain in the ass for a few reasons), and most of the time it's far easier to service since it's so easy to dissassemble and there's so much space inside.

[Push Upstairs]

Genesis 1 (region and 50/60 modded) hooked to a Sega CD 2.

Power Base Converter can be used when needed. :D

[Anthony1]

It will still only play US Sega CD's but you can usually rip, inject a US BIOS, and reburn most Japanese SCD's to get them to run.




Has anybody already done this with the best that the Mega CD has to offer? I would really love to check out the Japanese version of Sonic CD, I'd also like to play Earnest Evans and some other games that for whatever reason didn't come out over here. I was almost about to just buy a Mega CD and Megadrive, but to have all that hardware just to play the few Japanese only releases that are worth seems unnecessary.


If anybody has done this, especially with Sonic CD or any of the shooters for the Mega CD that didn't make it over here, please drop me a PM, cause I need some serious help with this. I'm not a big time computer guy, and all the ISO building and rebuilding and all that crap is like a foreign language to me, but man, I gotta try the Japanese version of Sonic CD.

[Aussie2B]

I got a Genesis 1 with a Sega CD 2 and it's one WIDE mofo. I also got a loose Genesis 2 that lives next to my N64 and a CDX that camps out at my mom's house for play over the summer. I haven't gotten a 32X yet, and, honestly, there's no real need for me to get one either. :P

[Push Upstairs]

I had a 32x but it just wasn't worth hooking up.

Not that i find the system to be without a purpose, its just that hooking it up took more effort that it should have just so i could play the few games i did like for it.

Since the Saturn offered the same games (Space Harrier & Afterburner) with a minor graphical improvement, plus it takes far less effort to fire those up.

I could have hooked up the 32X to the X'Eye but then i'd come right back to the fact that the Saturn is far easier to deal with when playing those games (plus i need to use my Mission Stick).

[NEOFREAK9189]

I have genesis cdx and genesis 2 and 32x combo hooking up

[All Things Sega]

I have the common sega cdx with 32x adaptor on top. Its not to bad, just make sure you buy a big power strip to hide behind the entertainment center. As for those who said in past you can't play cd games with 32x on top is just wrong. The cd covers opens almost all the way to the top without any modifications. Looking into a wondermega but thats some serious cash involved

[BrokenFlight]

I have a Megadrive 1 connected to a Mega CD 1, going through an RF cable.

And tonight I finished modding my Megadrive 2 with an RGB SCART cable and a 50/60Hz switch.

[nebrazca78]

I have a Genesis 1 / 32x / Sega CD2. The Power Adaptors let off a lot of heat just being plugged in without the power on. I have them connected to an extension cord, which I unplug when I am not using the systems.

I am looking to get a JVC X'eye or a Sega CDX.

Can anyone tell me the quality of the CDX? I am leaning towards that because it is really small, and I have enough consoles hooked up right now as it is. The CDX would save a lot of space.

If you do get a CDX make sure it has the original AC adapter. By far the biggest cause of CDX failure is a burned out power section because of the use of a Genesis 2 AC adapter (or worse). In fact, I got my CDX for extremely cheap because the seller thought it was broken. The truth was they were trying to use a *Nomad* AC adapter (which has about 1/5 of the necessary amps, too little power causes overheating and eventually failure) instead of the OEM CDX version. You can tell the CDX version becuase it is bigger than any other Sega AC plus it outputs 1.5 amps instead of .85 or .35. Additionally, if you do find a CDX with a blown power section and you are an expert at fixing electronics (which I am not) you can use parts from a Sega CD 2 to fix it.

As for my personal setup, CDX all the way. IMHO the 32X has about 3 games (not including games available for other systems) that deserve being played anyway so I only hook it up when I feel like it (which is very infrequently). The CDX is the ultimate vacation system due to size and the fact that Sega CD games can be burned to CD-R. I have the official CDX leather carrying bag which contains the system, RF, AV, 2 6-button controllers, Backup RAM cart and about 75 burned games. Unfortunately I have more burned games to add so I'm going to be forced to use a 256-CD binder which just about doubles the size of the setup. Even so, the whole thing is still much smaller than any other setup, plus how many other systems allow you to take *every single game* with you on vacation?

If I didn't use the CDX the only other viable option would be the X'Eye.

[InsaneDavid]

As for those who said in past you can't play cd games with 32x on top is just wrong. The cd covers opens almost all the way to the top without any modifications. Looking into a wondermega but thats some serious cash involved

We said you can't open the CD lid on a JVC X'Eye with a 32X attached. ;)

[alexkidd2000]

Anyone ever get a powerbase converter working with a nomad? haha. I dont remember if it even fits. I remember using a game genie as a middle man but that didnt work.

[alexkidd2000]

Anyone ever get a powerbase converter working with a nomad? haha. I dont remember if it even fits. I remember using a game genie as a middle man but that didnt work.

[Trebuken]

Anyone ever get a powerbase converter working with a nomad? haha. I dont remember if it even fits. I remember using a game genie as a middle man but that didnt work.

This would be cool, but I'm settling for playing SMS on the game Gear...Nomad has a much better screen though.

I have a Model 1 with RGB out, and a JVC X'eye for Sega CD games. My Model 1 Sega CD bit the dust some time ago, and the price on them has increased significantly of late...

Later,
Trebuken

[Trebuken]

Anyone ever get a powerbase converter working with a nomad? haha. I dont remember if it even fits. I remember using a game genie as a middle man but that didnt work.

This would be cool, but I'm settling for playing SMS on the game Gear...Nomad has a much better screen though.

I have a Model 1 with RGB out, and a JVC X'eye for Sega CD games. My Model 1 Sega CD bit the dust some time ago, and the price on them has increased significantly of late...

Later,
Trebuken

[cyberfluxor]

Right now I have my buds SegaCD v.2.00 hooked up to my GEN2 because he got it a few days back & is currently moving. My 32X hasn't been working for a long time so it just chills on a shelf. I have a ton of power backup strips around my room so it's not too tough to find extra outlets and plug-ins for power adaptors. The only time I have problems is when LAN parties happen and everyone's computer is eatting up space every which way. Actually, that's in another 4 days (Last Saturday's of the month).

[cyberfluxor]

Right now I have my buds SegaCD v.2.00 hooked up to my GEN2 because he got it a few days back & is currently moving. My 32X hasn't been working for a long time so it just chills on a shelf. I have a ton of power backup strips around my room so it's not too tough to find extra outlets and plug-ins for power adaptors. The only time I have problems is when LAN parties happen and everyone's computer is eatting up space every which way. Actually, that's in another 4 days (Last Saturday's of the month).

[alec]

I play with a genesis 3 connected throught the RF switch. It would be nice to get an AV cable for it. It would also be nice to mod it for JP megadrive carts. I want a CD system and need to get annother genesis just to play one though.

[alec]

I play with a genesis 3 connected throught the RF switch. It would be nice to get an AV cable for it. It would also be nice to mod it for JP megadrive carts. I want a CD system and need to get annother genesis just to play one though.

[dedtech]

Genesis model 2, Sega CD v2.00 and, Im waiting on the 32x. I know alot of people out there hate the 32x but, its such an interesting add on. Plus, if you ever wanted to learn how to code for a console this would probably be the best best. Simple hardware for the most part and, a large userbase waiting for new games.

One thing though, I know alot of people out there have always had the problem of powerstrips not being quite big enough for all the power blocks with this setup. A better solution would be a power squid. Eliminated that stupid strip and helps with big power blocks.

[dedtech]

Genesis model 2, Sega CD v2.00 and, Im waiting on the 32x. I know alot of people out there hate the 32x but, its such an interesting add on. Plus, if you ever wanted to learn how to code for a console this would probably be the best best. Simple hardware for the most part and, a large userbase waiting for new games.

One thing though, I know alot of people out there have always had the problem of powerstrips not being quite big enough for all the power blocks with this setup. A better solution would be a power squid. Eliminated that stupid strip and helps with big power blocks.

[mydjsobad]

I have all 3 (Genesis 2/32X/Sega CD 2) hooked up with a power strip dedicated to the 3 consoles themselves. I have a CDX as well, and why I don't use that instead is beyond me (since I really don't use my 32X for anything but Chaotix) :p

[s1lence]

I have a the genny/cd1 setup , the model 2/cd2/32x setup and I have a model1/cd2 setup. This is on two separate tv's mind you. The model1/cd2 setup is on s-vid where the other two are a/v.

[coz]

So many people who all have more genesis goodness than me. :(
I've just got a Genny 1 with 2 6-button controllers, and extension cables (which I won't need for a while, cause the room of my summer place has the tv 3 feet away from the futon), I plug it into the tv via a/v cable, and plug my stereo into the headphone jack....which sounds really really good sitting 3 feet away. :)

At least when I feel jealous of the monstrous babel-like towers of sega goodness you all have, I can pop my game genie in under sonic + Knuckles + sonic 3. Which is the reason why the genesis, of all my systems gets it's own shelf on the entertainment center (and I'm planning ahead in case I get a CD 1)

[Hiryu]

Genesis 1/SegaCD 1. The main system is still the one I bought on release date at KayBee toys here. It remains to this day the only console I ever bought on release day, and it is still running like a champ. :)

[Anthony1]

Genesis 1/SegaCD 1. The main system is still the one I bought on release date at KayBee toys here. It remains to this day the only console I ever bought on release day, and it is still running like a champ. :)


That must have been a beautiful thing to get the Genny on it's launch day. Do you remember much about that day, like any other games that you bought with the system or anything? Did you rush home and play Altered Beast or did you get another game and try the other game first. What was it like to open that box for the first time? Must have been pretty amazing. First system I got on launch day was the SNES. I got a Genny about 6 months after it was released.

[Hiryu]

Genesis 1/SegaCD 1. The main system is still the one I bought on release date at KayBee toys here. It remains to this day the only console I ever bought on release day, and it is still running like a champ. :)


That must have been a beautiful thing to get the Genny on it's launch day. Do you remember much about that day, like any other games that you bought with the system or anything? Did you rush home and play Altered Beast or did you get another game and try the other game first. What was it like to open that box for the first time? Must have been pretty amazing. First system I got on launch day was the SNES. I got a Genny about 6 months after it was released.

Yes it was awesome and I remember most of the details of the experience well. I was in 6th grade and I had been saving my money for months while reading and rereading articles in EGM and any other games mag at the time who wrote about the 'next gen' systems.
Finally when we found out the price and when it would be shipping, I called KayBee and asked them if they would hold or inform me when the systems were available. They agreed to call when they were stocked and said it would be 189.99. I had a little over $200 so I was relieved. I had really wanted to buy Ghouls N' Ghosts since that was a game that was out on release as well.
Fast forward to after school I am walking over to my moms car and she told me they called and we could go get it! That was probably the best afterschool I ever had!! So we went over to the store and I remember seeing a stack of genesis boxes on the top shelf behind the register and the small row of Genesis games on the wall under them. I was so excited. I spotted Ghouls N' Ghosts, but I wasnt sure if I would have enough for that and the system. So when I was taking out my money to buy the Genesis, my mom told me that I could get the game also and she would spot me the extra 20 I believe I needed for GnG if I paid her back. I was ecstatic!
As I paid for the system and game, I remember the guy behind the counter telling us that he had played the system the night before and said the graphics blew him away. We got home and I remember hooking it up and playing Altered Beast. I was a big fan of the arcade game so it was cool to be able to play a version at home. Thus began my Sega love affair as I had a Nintendo previous to that and the family had a 2600 before that.
I think that Genesis and the time following were most of the best times in my life as far as gaming goes, the great games,the people I played games with, alot of positive memories from those days for me.

[Damaramu]

Right now I'm using a Genesis 3 w/ A/V cables. For Sega CD play, I just whip out the old X'Eye.

[BydoEmpire]

Genesis 2/Sega CD 2
Same here.

[Retsudo]

I have a Genny2/CD2. And yes finding places to plug them in is a bitch. Thats why they are in a box in the closet.

[FantasiaWHT]

Just your standard model 1 that my best friend bought release day and gave to me a year later as my first video game system :) And the power base converter for my Wonder Boy III addiction.

[BrokenFlight]

I've now got a Megadrive 1 on a Mega CD 1, a Megadrive 1 on a Mega CD 2, and a modified Megadrive 2. I'm going to modifiy the new Megadrive 1 I got today.

I love my Megadrives. :-P

[Slate]

Right now i have my custom painted genesis model 2 set up. I don't use it much, though.

[crazyjackcsa]

I'm rolling with the Genny 2 Sega CD 2 and 32X. 16 bit beauty that it is. Sure the Genny is the only thing that ever gets any use, but hell, it's there right?

[WhiteHenDecapitator]

I've got my Genesis model 2 hooked up with the Sega CD unit. Built it a custom RGB cables so I could use this setup on my Commodore 1084S monitor! Looks amazing!

[AMG]

I have a Genesis 2 / 32X combo going in my set up.

[slip81]

I used to have a genny 2/CD 2 and 32x set-up, but now I have nothing.

I miss that big honkin' mass of a console, I'll have to get it again someday :)