OSSC Recommendations

amigatime · 28 May 2020, 23:41

Hi,

I've decided I want an OSSC of some description for use on an A600 and maybe later an A1200. I understand that there's the "original", and also a lot of copies. I really don't mind a copy as long as it does the same job.

Any recommendations?
Are there different specs to look out for? I've seen some listings with different version numbers in the title; 1.5 and 1.6, for example.

Thanks

Radertified · 28 May 2020, 23:48

I recently watched this video [ Show youtube player ] which is quite good at explaining different methods of connecting Amiga's to modern displays.

When it came to OSSC, they mentioned https://videogameperfection.com/prod...can-converter/ but I'm sure someone with more experience would know if that's the definitive version, and so on.

aeberbach · 29 May 2020, 00:42

Yes I think videogameperfection is the right place, that's where I bought my genuine 1.6, very good quality. You also need to buy their remote. Though it says universal remote and you can buy and program it yourself it is an absolute pain and I don't advise it! Theirs comes pre-programmed.

I no longer use it though because I finally found an Indivision AGA. Must get around to putting it on amibay.

dreadnought · 29 May 2020, 09:45

It's odd, VGP price is 135E, and units on ebay go for 200+. Even the Chinese clones are priced on-par with VGP, which does not make sense. What gives?

dalek · 29 May 2020, 10:10

Aliexpress?

Jope · 29 May 2020, 10:33

It's the same hardware, it is open source.

VGP has put a lot of effort into quality control, so you know the device will work if you buy from there. The cheaper units may not have the same quality components or QA process so sometimes they glitch out a bit.

But in the end they are "the same product".

The bigger problem here is that some of the cheap manufacturers use VGP's brochures and logos in their packaging, suggesting people to go to VGP for tech support on devices not purchased via them. That is just nasty.

So: buy from VGP if you want some kind of warranty/quality guarantee/tech support. If you're happy being on your own and figuring the problems out yourself, you can get it for less.

aeberbach · 29 May 2020, 10:45

I would very much encourage VGP if the price is on par with other sellers. It is a welll-made product and mine was delivered quickly.

th4t1guy · 29 May 2020, 14:50

You may also want to keep in mind that there is an "OSSC Pro" currently in development.
https://videogameperfection.com/2020...pro-is-coming/

dreadnought · 29 May 2020, 17:49

They ain't pulling no punches with that Pro version. MiSTer cores? Downscaling modern sources so they can be displayed in 240p on a CRT? Phew.

I doubt it'll be anytime soon though, and the price will be probably best viewed sitting down.

trixster · 29 May 2020, 18:01

I will definitely be upgrading the Ossc i use with all my consoles with a Pro

RoC · 29 May 2020, 21:38

I bought my OSSC in China and it works just fine on my miggies, including the remote control. Comparing with the VGP pictures it looks pretty much the same.

I am also going for the OSSC Pro once it is available, because I have an extra DE-10 nano that could be utilised with the add-on Markus is going to make.

amigatime · 29 May 2020, 22:25

Thanks all.

Interesting video, Radertified.

So I've priced up the OSSC on VGP with PSU, remote & overlay, and it comes to €157.93 which is currently £141.93.

AliExpress has an equivalent package for $106.46, which is £86.18! It's hard not to be tempted with such a big difference in price. Presumably I'll be able to update firmware and such just like the original version.

amigatime · 29 May 2020, 22:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoC

I bought my OSSC in China and it works just fine on my miggies, including the remote control. Comparing with the VGP pictures it looks pretty much the same.

I am also going for the OSSC Pro once it is available, because I have an extra DE-10 nano that could be utilised with the add-on Markus is going to make.

Oh, I didn't see your post. Do you have a link to the version you bought? Have you tried updating it?

Rochabian · 29 May 2020, 22:31

Personally i've bought the Kaico Edition OSSC from amazon and fully satisfied with the product
Updating is OK and the remote works well
Perhaps the price is higher but i didn't regret it at all

RoC · 30 May 2020, 18:57

Yes, I have updated the firmware flawlessly. If I remember well the OSSC came with the 0.83, I have updated it to 0.85

amigatime · 30 May 2020, 19:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rochabian

Personally i've bought the Kaico Edition OSSC from amazon and fully satisfied with the product
Updating is OK and the remote works well
Perhaps the price is higher but i didn't regret it at all

I was tempted with this one because it's on Amazon Prime, and reviews suggest it's a quality unit. However, VGP includes the Kaico in its disapproval of 'bootleg' versions. This should perhaps be taken with a pinch of salt as the Kaico brand is competition, after all:

https://videogameperfection.com/2019...bootleg-osscs/

amigatime · 30 May 2020, 19:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoC

Yes, I have updated the firmware flawlessly. If I remember well the OSSC came with the 0.83, I have updated it to 0.85

That's good to know, thanks.

Do you have a link to the product you bought?

RoC · 30 May 2020, 20:53

Where I bought it is not available, however I have left a PM with their details if this could help you

-Acid- · 30 May 2020, 21:55

What capture cards are people using with the OSSC? My Aver Media Live Gamer Portable 2 wants nothing to do with it.

amigatime · 30 May 2020, 22:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoC

Where I bought it is not available, however I have left a PM with their details if this could help you

Okay, thank you

28 May 2020, 23:41	#1
amigatime Registered User Join Date: May 2020 Location: UK Posts: 66	OSSC Recommendations Hi, I've decided I want an OSSC of some description for use on an A600 and maybe later an A1200. I understand that there's the "original", and also a lot of copies. I really don't mind a copy as long as it does the same job. Any recommendations? Are there different specs to look out for? I've seen some listings with different version numbers in the title; 1.5 and 1.6, for example. Thanks

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28 May 2020, 23:48	#2
Radertified Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: - Posts: 728	I recently watched this video [ Show youtube player ] which is quite good at explaining different methods of connecting Amiga's to modern displays. When it came to OSSC, they mentioned https://videogameperfection.com/prod...can-converter/ but I'm sure someone with more experience would know if that's the definitive version, and so on.

29 May 2020, 00:42	#3
aeberbach Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 420	Yes I think videogameperfection is the right place, that's where I bought my genuine 1.6, very good quality. You also need to buy their remote. Though it says universal remote and you can buy and program it yourself it is an absolute pain and I don't advise it! Theirs comes pre-programmed. I no longer use it though because I finally found an Indivision AGA. Must get around to putting it on amibay.

29 May 2020, 09:45	#4
dreadnought Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Ur, Atlantis Posts: 1,899	It's odd, VGP price is 135E, and units on ebay go for 200+. Even the Chinese clones are priced on-par with VGP, which does not make sense. What gives?

29 May 2020, 10:10	#5
dalek Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: NSW/Australia Posts: 462	Aliexpress?

29 May 2020, 10:33	#6
Jope - Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Helsinki / Finland Age: 43 Posts: 9,861	It's the same hardware, it is open source. VGP has put a lot of effort into quality control, so you know the device will work if you buy from there. The cheaper units may not have the same quality components or QA process so sometimes they glitch out a bit. But in the end they are "the same product". The bigger problem here is that some of the cheap manufacturers use VGP's brochures and logos in their packaging, suggesting people to go to VGP for tech support on devices not purchased via them. That is just nasty. So: buy from VGP if you want some kind of warranty/quality guarantee/tech support. If you're happy being on your own and figuring the problems out yourself, you can get it for less.

29 May 2020, 10:45	#7
aeberbach Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 420	I would very much encourage VGP if the price is on par with other sellers. It is a welll-made product and mine was delivered quickly.

29 May 2020, 14:50	#8
th4t1guy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Kansas City, MO, USA Posts: 683	You may also want to keep in mind that there is an "OSSC Pro" currently in development. https://videogameperfection.com/2020...pro-is-coming/

29 May 2020, 17:49	#9
dreadnought Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Ur, Atlantis Posts: 1,899	They ain't pulling no punches with that Pro version. MiSTer cores? Downscaling modern sources so they can be displayed in 240p on a CRT? Phew. I doubt it'll be anytime soon though, and the price will be probably best viewed sitting down.

29 May 2020, 18:01	#10
trixster Guru Meditating Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: England Posts: 2,337	I will definitely be upgrading the Ossc i use with all my consoles with a Pro

29 May 2020, 21:38	#11
RoC Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Italy Posts: 214	I bought my OSSC in China and it works just fine on my miggies, including the remote control. Comparing with the VGP pictures it looks pretty much the same. I am also going for the OSSC Pro once it is available, because I have an extra DE-10 nano that could be utilised with the add-on Markus is going to make.

29 May 2020, 22:25	#12
amigatime Registered User Join Date: May 2020 Location: UK Posts: 66	Thanks all. Interesting video, Radertified. So I've priced up the OSSC on VGP with PSU, remote & overlay, and it comes to €157.93 which is currently £141.93. AliExpress has an equivalent package for $106.46, which is £86.18! It's hard not to be tempted with such a big difference in price. Presumably I'll be able to update firmware and such just like the original version.

29 May 2020, 22:31	#14
Rochabian The Big White Cat Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: France Age: 44 Posts: 828	Personally i've bought the Kaico Edition OSSC from amazon and fully satisfied with the product Updating is OK and the remote works well Perhaps the price is higher but i didn't regret it at all

30 May 2020, 18:57	#15
RoC Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Italy Posts: 214	Yes, I have updated the firmware flawlessly. If I remember well the OSSC came with the 0.83, I have updated it to 0.85

30 May 2020, 20:53	#18
RoC Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Italy Posts: 214	Where I bought it is not available, however I have left a PM with their details if this could help you

30 May 2020, 21:55	#19
-Acid- Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: South Shields Posts: 812	What capture cards are people using with the OSSC? My Aver Media Live Gamer Portable 2 wants nothing to do with it.

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