PS2 capture
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Console Information
Resolution | 480i, 480p, 1080i* |
Resolution for Playstation 1 games | 240, 480 |
A/V Outputs | Composite, S-Video, Component, VGA**, RGB*** |
Models | PS2, Slimline Playstation 2 |
*Only a few games have 1080i support
**VGA output was available only for games that supported progressive scan and the connector uses standard RCA cables for audio
***RGB/SCART signals can be difficult to capture. Please see our guide regarding RGB capture
A word of caution
Playstation games can output in a variety of resolutions with between 240 and 480 horizontal lines. Not all capture devices can accept below 480 lines; please see our list of devices to see which devices can support capturing those resolutions.
Models
Sony Playstation (PS2)
All video output of the Playstation 2 is handled by the console's Multi-Out connector. Sony's Multi-Out has pins for Composite, S-Video, Component, SCART, and VGA connections, although the Multi-Out cables do not always feature all connectors. Sony used the same Multi-Out connector for the Playstation 1, Playstation 2, and Playstation 3 models.
Backwards compatibility with Playstation 1 games
The Playstation 2 is backwards compatible with most Playstation 1 games. There are a few exceptions