Sega Mega Drive/Genesis Switchless Region Free, 50/60HZ & DFO

£25.19 £20.99 excl. VAT

Unlock your Mega Drive/Genesis! This kit allows for region switching between JP, EU and USA along with 50/60hz. It also features a DFO (dual frequency oscillator) which enables the correct timings for both PAL & NTSC to get the best Mega Drive/Genesis experience.

Features:

  • Region & 50/60HZ switching Switch between EU 50hz, USA 60hz & JP 60hz from the reset button.
  • DFO Correct timings for both PAL/NTSC. Eliminates the black & white picture in composite/s-video and can help eliminate stutter from modern displays which are less tolerant with sync than CRT TVs.
  • Drop in replacement  The board was designed to fit the footprint of the original crystal with standoffs.
  • LED QSB Includes a tri-color LED extension board to display which region you have currently selected. (USA/60hz, JP/60hz & PAL 50hz).

Install instructions below.

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Description

Install instructions: Click here.

*Difficulty level is the opinion of Retro Upgrades. This kit is sold as DIY and requires desoldering, cutting traces and general soldering skills. Please review the documentation and make sure you are confident in installing this kit prior to purchasing!

Kit includes all necessary parts to install the kit in your specified console model (minus ribbon cable).

Thanks to The Real Phoenix for the board design and giving us permission to produce these kits! New 2024 layout by Retro Upgrades. If you’re based in North America, you may wish to grab one from TRP by clicking here. Feel free to also check out the github repo here.

Additional information

Type of Console

Model 1, Model 2