{"title":"Dreamcast","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sega-dreamcast-hdmi-mod","title":"Sega Dreamcast Retro GEM HDMI Install","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Dreamcast natively outputs VGA, making it one of the better-connected consoles of its era — but connecting to a modern display still requires adapters and introduces potential signal degradation. An internal HDMI mod changes that entirely, delivering a true digital-to-digital signal directly to your TV with no external adapters needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Retro GEM from PixelFX is the successor to the DC Digital. It adds lag-free digital HDMI output, and its firmware updates over WiFi. Captain Retro will also install older DC Digital kits if you provide one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic vs. Shiny Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasic:\u003c\/strong\u003e native direct video. A good fit if you already own an external scaler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShiny:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds advanced scaling and video filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Basic can be upgraded to Shiny at any time, even after installation, from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pixelfx.co\/retro-gem-shiny-upgrade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePixelFX\u003c\/a\u003e or through the kit's on-screen menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most HDMI kits are compatible with VA0 and VA1 Dreamcast motherboards only. Please verify your board revision before purchasing a kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard sourcing cost (if Captain Retro sources your kit):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic GEM: $140\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShiny GEM: $200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe mod board required for this service is not included in the base price. You may source the board yourself or we can source it for you. Pricing reflects the selected option.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDependent on parts availability.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you choose to have us source the board, your order depends on current supplier stock. If the board isn't available right away, we'll contact you with the expected wait and your options before moving forward.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a send-in service. No payment is collected at checkout — you will receive shipping instructions and invoice details via email within 1-2 business days. All consoles must be tested and confirmed in full working order prior to shipping. See our Shipping \u0026amp; Send-In Instructions page for details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Captain Retro","offers":[{"title":"I'm providing my own","offer_id":43109789270059,"sku":"sega-dreamcast-hdmi-mod-norecap","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"I need one please source for me (Basic GEM)","offer_id":68007107690539,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"I need one please source for me (Shiny GEM)","offer_id":68007107723307,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6476\/7275\/files\/IMG_1968.heic?v=1772322601"},{"product_id":"sega-dreamcast-region-free-bios-mod","title":"Sega Dreamcast Region Free BIOS Mod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sega Dreamcast Region Free BIOS Mod replaces the stock BIOS chip with a region-free alternative, allowing your Dreamcast to play games from any region without the need for a boot disc or other workaround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: The customer must provide the replacement BIOS chip. Installation is performed by Captain Retro Mods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sega Dreamcast (all revisions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• BIOS chip installation (customer-supplied chip)\u003cbr\u003e • Full functionality test before return shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation Notes\u003cbr\u003eThe BIOS chip replacement requires opening the console and desoldering the original BIOS chip. This service pairs well with a Dreamcast recap if your console has not already been recapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a send-in service. No payment is collected at checkout — you will receive shipping instructions and invoice details via email within 1-2 business days. All consoles must be tested and confirmed in full working order prior to shipping. 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