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RetroTINK-5X Pro
User Manual
Revision 1.0
May 1
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  • Page 1 RetroTINK-5X Pro User Manual Revision 1.0 May 1 , 2021 Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 2 Introduction The RetroTINK-5X (RT5X) is an advanced video scaler for connecting retro consoles to modern HDTVs. Multiple input options: component, SCART RGB, composite and S-video are accepted. The standard definition processor in the RT5X is capable of decoding NTSC, PAL and PAL-60 formats.
  • Page 3 RetroTINK LLC responsible for the use of improperly designed SCART equipment. 2. Only use the RetroTINK provided firmware update tool for USB updates. Attempts to flash the device using alternate methods, such as directly via the ICD pins on the PCB, may result in device malfunction and damage.
  • Page 4 10. USB Port - Supply the RT5X with a source capable of at least 1 A of current. The USB port is also used for connecting to a Windows PC to update the firmware. Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 5 Read the next sections to learn how to configure your RT5X to output more advanced modes to get the most out of your system. Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 6 1200p. The output resolution for 720p and 1080i is locked to 1080p (UNDER) 720p and 1080p, respectively. 1200p NTSC and related formats (480p) can be scaled to all the output resolutions listed. All 1080p modes use CEA standard Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 7 2D graphics and can produce high quality results even for non-integer scaling factors. Soft utilizes a standard Bilinear kernel and may look better for 3D games where Sharp results in too much aliasing. Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 8 Linear Weave stitches the odd and even fields together, which results in extremely sharp images for still content but “teething” Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 9 Generic sampling modes. L-Gun Border Off Turn on a 20-pixel wide white outer border if you want to use the Sinden lightgun. Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 10 DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. THE DOWNSCALER IS CURRENTLY EXPERIMENTAL AND WE CANNOT PROVIDE SUPPORT OR GUARANTEE FUNCTIONALITY. Version Displays current firmware version. No settings. RetoTINK Logo Displays the RetroTINK Logo. No settings. Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 11 Wait until the LED is green then release all buttons to resume normal operation. The factory reset may be useful in case the wrong settings cause a display incompatibility and it is necessary to start over. Copyright RetroTINK LLC 2021 All Rights Reserved Page...
  • Page 12 Remote Control The RT5X supports a remote to quickly access the menu and common settings. A diagram is provided below:
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  • Page 13 Follow the instructions on the RetroTINK website to complete the update process. If the upgrade process fails, simply restart by powering off the device and re-entering the bootloader. It is not possible that a genuine RetroTINK device can be ‘bricked’ by a failed firmware update.

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