--- product_id: 199097090 title: "Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter, AV to HDMI Adapter" brand: "tengchi" price: "R668" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Tengchi" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/199097090-tengchi-rca-to-hdmi-converter-av-to-hdmi-adapter store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Legacy device compatibility 1080p HD output Plug & Play USB powered Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter, AV to HDMI Adapter **Brand:** tengchi **Price:** R668 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔄 Bring your retro gear into the HD era—because nostalgia deserves clarity! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter, AV to HDMI Adapter by tengchi - **How much does it cost?** R668 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/199097090-tengchi-rca-to-hdmi-converter-av-to-hdmi-adapter) ## Best For - tengchi enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tengchi brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Sleek Design:** Slim black finish fits perfectly into any modern entertainment setup without clutter. - • **Plug & Play Convenience:** No drivers needed—just connect the USB power and start streaming instantly. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Supports PAL, NTSC, SECAM formats and works with PS1/2/3, Xbox, VHS, VCR, and more. - • **Reliable One-Year Warranty:** Confidence backed by a full 12-month warranty for worry-free use. - • **Seamless Analog to Digital Upgrade:** Convert your classic RCA signals into crisp 1080p HDMI output effortlessly. ## Overview The Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter transforms analog composite signals from legacy devices like PS2, VHS, and DVD players into sharp 1080p HDMI output. Powered via USB and supporting multiple TV standards, it offers plug-and-play ease with a compact design and a one-year warranty, making it the perfect bridge between vintage tech and modern displays. ## Description desertcart.com: Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter, AV to HDMI Adapter | Composite to HDMI Support 1080P PAL/NTSC For PS1, PS2, PS3, STB, Xbox, VHS, VCR, DVD Players : Electronics Review: Works Great! - Bought this to try on my 25yo XBox original. Hooked up and it converted perfectly. Sadly my old XBox controllers were sticking and inoperable. If you need a converter this one works great with clear picture quality. Review: Nothing More, Nothing Less - The product does as is advertised, but it must be noted that is all it does. Let me begin by saying I purchased this product to connect 3 old consoles to a 2022 4K Roku Smart TV. The consoles were an original Xbox, early model PS2 and a Nintendo Gamecube. For this review I have not tested the Gamecube yet. This converter itself works flawlessly with the Xbox and PS2; no issues with functionality. However, picture quality is in question. I must be clear: this device DOES NOT upscale anything. It simply takes the RCA outputs from a device and runs it through an HDMI connector. Nothing more. The default signal quality the device outputs, is the signal quality that will output on the display of your choice. The picture quality on the PS2 is blurred. The picture quality on the Xbox is less blurred. I found it was better to set the switch on the converter to 720p, rather than 1080p, because that actually improved my image quality on both consoles to a minimum degree. To further test, I found an old 1080p flatscreen (pre-2010 model) in my parents garage and hooked my PS2 up to it through the AV ports and found the image quality to not be too far off from what my 4K TV was displaying. Therefore, I must assume this is not the converters fault, but the fault of the low resolutions these old consoles output. The image quality is probably the best I'm going to get. One thing I should note is that my 4K TV upscales low resolution outputs up to 4K, which may make image quality better or worse. I experimented with my TV's settings and found a middle ground between crap and average quality, but good enough to play my old games without developing a migraine from eye strain. I think the item is a bargain for the price. You could easily hook up multiple devices with this converter. I found other converters on desertcart that did the same thing, some even had connectors for specific game systems, but they either had sketchy reviews or were ridiculously overpriced. And considering what I mentioned about a device's default signal output, I doubt they could really do much better than this one. Whether you're running a device's output through RCA cables and into an HDMI converter, or a device's output straight into an HDMI converter, the result would be the same. It simply depends on what display and device you plan to hook this converter up to. Lower resolutions screens like 1080p or 720p would most likely fair better than what I used. So yes, I do recommend this device. It does the job and nothing more. Just don't expect it to magically make your lower resolution devices crystal clear and super sharp. The result is dependent on the display you choose. Word of advice: when you are done using this converter for the day, be sure to disconnect it from the power source. It continues to run and heat up even after all devices connected to it are off. ## Features - RCA Female to HDMI Video Converters Adapter : The cable is used to convert analog composite input to HDMI 1080p output, displayed on a 1080p HD TV/TV/monitor. - Input ports: 1xRCA Female (Yellow, White, Red), Output ports: 1xHDMI 1.3 1080p. NOT support 3D and 4K, NOT support HDMI Converts to AV - AV to HDMI Converter: Plug and Play, Easy to Install and Operate, Powered by External USB Cable. Note: Please hook up the USB power cable (included) to 5V 1Apower source during use (not included power supply ). - Support PAL, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43, SECAM, PAL/M, PAL/N standard TV formats input. For PS2,PS3,Xbox,N64,STB, VHS, VCR, DVD Players and other devices with standard composite AV input. - You Will Get : 1x RCA Female TO HDMI Converter, 1xHDMI cable, 1xUSB cable, 1xUser Manual. ONE YEAR WARRANTY - if you are not satisfied for any reason whatsoever, do not hesitate to contact us . ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0856WDDJB | | Best Sellers Rank | #1 in Video Converters | | Brand | Tengchi | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | PS1/2/3, VHS, VCR, Blue-Ray DVD Players | | Connector Type | RCA Female to HDMI Female | | Current Rating | 1 A | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 25,417 Reviews | | External Testing Certification | Não aplicável | | Finish | Hdmi | | Input Voltage | 5 volts | | Item Dimensions | 5.91 x 5.91 x 0.71 inches | | Item Type Name | RCA to HDMI Converter | | Item Weight | 0.13 kg | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 5.91 x 5.91 x 0.71 inches | | Manufacturer | Tengchi | | Mfr Part Number | XR-RC018 | | Model Number | R18 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Ports | 2 | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Power Plug Type | No Plug | | Specific Uses For Product | Converting analog composite RCA signals to HDMI digital output for connecting older gaming consoles and media players to modern HD TVs and monitors Specific Uses For Product Converting analog composite RCA signals to HDMI digital output for connecting older gaming consoles and media players to modern HD TVs and monitors See more | | UPC | 793513622226 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 12 months warranty | | Warranty Type | Extended | ## Product Details - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** PS1/2/3, VHS, VCR, Blue-Ray DVD Players - **Connector Type:** RCA Female to HDMI Female - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 5.91 x 5.91 x 0.71 inches ## Images ![Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter, AV to HDMI Adapter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Y-NgYN44L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this hook up my vcr to a digital cable box for the purpose of recording tv?** A: If you have composite cables for your VCR output, this will allow you to connect it to an HDMI input. So, if your cable box has an HDMI input that allows you to record, then yes. **Q: just purchased and hooked up today - video comes through from dvd player, but not audio - its connected properly - what is likely problem/solution?** A: This could possibly be caused by the settings in your DVD Player. It is possible your DVD Play could have the audio set to output through 5.1 Optical Dolby Digital and not Stereo through the A/V output. Maybe try to change the settings and see if it resolves the issue. I hope this works. **Q: Anyone try this on an N64?** A: Hello Support N64 game console (but N64 to RCA cable is required) **Q: How to know when converter is fully charged and when it needs charging?** A: Hello The converter has no charging function Only need to be powered when in use ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great! *by R***O on October 14, 2026* Bought this to try on my 25yo XBox original. Hooked up and it converted perfectly. Sadly my old XBox controllers were sticking and inoperable. If you need a converter this one works great with clear picture quality. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nothing More, Nothing Less *by C***Y on July 31, 2023* The product does as is advertised, but it must be noted that is all it does. Let me begin by saying I purchased this product to connect 3 old consoles to a 2022 4K Roku Smart TV. The consoles were an original Xbox, early model PS2 and a Nintendo Gamecube. For this review I have not tested the Gamecube yet. This converter itself works flawlessly with the Xbox and PS2; no issues with functionality. However, picture quality is in question. I must be clear: this device DOES NOT upscale anything. It simply takes the RCA outputs from a device and runs it through an HDMI connector. Nothing more. The default signal quality the device outputs, is the signal quality that will output on the display of your choice. The picture quality on the PS2 is blurred. The picture quality on the Xbox is less blurred. I found it was better to set the switch on the converter to 720p, rather than 1080p, because that actually improved my image quality on both consoles to a minimum degree. To further test, I found an old 1080p flatscreen (pre-2010 model) in my parents garage and hooked my PS2 up to it through the AV ports and found the image quality to not be too far off from what my 4K TV was displaying. Therefore, I must assume this is not the converters fault, but the fault of the low resolutions these old consoles output. The image quality is probably the best I'm going to get. One thing I should note is that my 4K TV upscales low resolution outputs up to 4K, which may make image quality better or worse. I experimented with my TV's settings and found a middle ground between crap and average quality, but good enough to play my old games without developing a migraine from eye strain. I think the item is a bargain for the price. You could easily hook up multiple devices with this converter. I found other converters on Amazon that did the same thing, some even had connectors for specific game systems, but they either had sketchy reviews or were ridiculously overpriced. And considering what I mentioned about a device's default signal output, I doubt they could really do much better than this one. Whether you're running a device's output through RCA cables and into an HDMI converter, or a device's output straight into an HDMI converter, the result would be the same. It simply depends on what display and device you plan to hook this converter up to. Lower resolutions screens like 1080p or 720p would most likely fair better than what I used. So yes, I do recommend this device. It does the job and nothing more. Just don't expect it to magically make your lower resolution devices crystal clear and super sharp. The result is dependent on the display you choose. Word of advice: when you are done using this converter for the day, be sure to disconnect it from the power source. It continues to run and heat up even after all devices connected to it are off. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for VHS tape playback on modern TV's *by C***M on October 4, 2026* Perfect for old VHS player with basic RCA Jacks. Plugged in 1 for video, 1 for sound, connected the hdmi to the TV, selected it, and BOOM - our granddaughter can now experience VHS tapes. We saved all of our son's (Thomas the Tank Engine, Magic Schoolbus, and all the Disney classics) and look forward to this time. It'll also work for our DVD player. ## Frequently Bought Together - Tengchi RCA to HDMI Converter, Composite to HDMI Adapter Support 1080P PAL/NTSC Compatible with PS one, PS2, PS3, STB, Xbox, VHS, VCR, Blue-Ray DVD Players - ABLEWE RCA to HDMI,AV to HDMI Converter, 1080P Mini RCA Composite CVBS Video Audio Converter Adapter Supporting PAL/NTSC for TV/PC/ PS3/ STB/Xbox VHS/VCR/Blue-Ray DVD Players - Eanetf 3.5mm to RCA Camcorder Handycam AV Audio Video Output Cable, 1/8" TRRS to 3 RCA Male Plug AUX Cable Cord for TV,Smartphones,MP3, Tablets,Speakers,Home Theater - 5ft --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/199097090-tengchi-rca-to-hdmi-converter-av-to-hdmi-adapter](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/199097090-tengchi-rca-to-hdmi-converter-av-to-hdmi-adapter) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-23*