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i was wondering how many sega genisis models there are and which, if any, have inputs for the red, white, yellow a/v plugs. also how do you know which model you have. i have a genisis but it doesnt have the a/v inputs and im not sure what model it is. thanks.

There were 3 models, and they're all capable of AV if you have the proper cables, but IIRC only the 2 and 3 came with AV plugs by default. The original was packaged with an RF adapter.

There are 3 offical different genesis models. Like WhipSmaryBanky said.

In addition to those models, there are variations within the models. The third model does not have the volume adjustment or headphone jack.

There are also several sega or other licenced products that play genesis games.

The JVC X eye, which I believe also may have s-video. I have to check mine. composet output

The Sega CDX - dont remember av output

The Sega Nomad - no composet

actually, i remember the nomad could be hooked up to a tv. im not sure if it used av or rf, but im pretty sure it used a sega 2's av cables.

i just checked my genisis. i dont think it is the original because its small and i remeber my friend having a bigger one with a switch to turn it on instead of a button to press like mine. still not sure if its model 2 or 3 but the only cable i have is an official sega rf adaptor. i checked the back of it and it does say a/v out but the output is a weird patterned port. ive never seen any cables that would fit in that and have yellow, red, and white plugs on the other end. thanks banky but can anyone else help?

okay. after reading theenternals post i have concluded that it is a model 3.

if its square shaped, its a model 2, if its sorta tiny (bout a foot by foot) and trapazoid shaped, its a 3.

if it says SEGA real small on top its a number 2. I think that the number 3 Genesis's actually have GENESIS with a 3 through it

okay now after i edited my previous post i read sneakys and now i think its the model 2. somehow i think im more confused than to begin with. anyone else?

god damn everytime i post something someone says something else to make me think something different. my genisis says both sega and genisis but has no 3 anywhere on the top.

Originally Posted by Theenternal There are 3 offical different genesis models. Like WhipSmaryBanky said. In addition to those models, there are variations within the models. The third model does not have the volume adjustment or headphone jack.

The first model is rectangular with a volume adjustment.

The second model is a square with no volume adjustment.

The third is a very, very ugly egg shaped system that says "Genesis 3".

CDX is the coolest by far, though ;-).

IF it says 16 bit its a number one

if it says just SEGA and Genesis its a number 2

if it has a 3 on it, its a number 3

okay model 2 it is. now about the av cables...

good guy to deal with


http://www.gameliquidation.com/produ...roducts_id/606

you cant use av cables on a one right? i may have to get a second genny. i used to see new in box 3's in some stores last year, but im not sure if theystill have em.

Sounds like you have the second model. Check the bottom of your Genesis for a model number. The first Genesis is model # MK-1601. The second Genesis is model # MK-1631 and the third is MK-1641. Here's a link to pics of each model too:
http://www.vgmuseum.com/systems/genesis/

The first model is on top, the second is bottom left, and the third is bottom right.

Also, you can get AV cables on Ebay for each of these models, but make sure you buy the correct AV cables for your model # as the funky connector you're looking at on the back of your Genesis differs with each model.

Also, SneakyPenguin was correct about the Nomad. I have a Nomad and I'm able to hook it up to a TV with the Second Genesis' AV cable. The Nomad kicks ass and if you like the Genesis, I highly recommend trying to find one. Again ebay is probably the only place you'll find one. That's where I got mine and I friggin' love it!

Sorry SolinariDotcom is right.

I was mixed up. There are two different model 1 versions as far as inputs etc. Then a hardware revision for genesis 2, and then 3 here is a link.

Model 1 and 2 are up top, 3 is in the advertisment on the left

http://consoledatabase.retrofaction....segamegadrive/

alright thanks to everyone for their help and to casey for the link. ordered a pair along with bust a move for neo geo pocket color. okay thats about 400 dollars ive spent on video games in the past week. i think im done until june.

Originally Posted by Theenternal There are 3 offical different genesis models. Like WhipSmaryBanky said. In addition to those models, there are variations within the models. The third model does not have the volume adjustment or headphone jack. There are also several sega or other licenced products that play genesis games. The JVC X eye, which I believe also may have s-video. I have to check mine. composet output The Sega CDX - dont remember av output The Sega Nomad - no composet

the cdx and nomad have the same pins as a genny 2 Av cable

Oh yeah you also forgot the pioneer sega module that played sega cd and genny games ;-)

I was meaning composet outputs as far as the raw red yellow white jacks. Without being converted to rca. Like on the 1001 playstation models.

Yea I knew there was one more, but forgot.

I have about 20 genesis, from when I was selling. They have some interesting differences in each model class. Like some older model 1's U.S systems have Mega Drive written on it.

dam save that mega drive american version. dont have a sega neptune buy some chance either?