The Amiga CD32 was a 32-bit CD-based games console built on Amiga hardware, using the analog outputs of its day. Its rear panel gives three picture options: RF aerial out, composite video and S-Video, alongside left/right RCA stereo audio. Two 9-pin D-sub controller ports on the front accept the bundled gamepad and other Amiga-compatible controllers, and a front headphone jack offers direct stereo listening. For a clean image on a modern TV, feed the S-Video or composite output into an upscaler rather than the noisy RF out.
Amiga-based CD console with RF, composite and S-Video outputs, stereo RCA audio, two 9-pin controller ports and a headphone jack.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Commodore
- Release Year
- 1993
- Model Number
- CD32
- Category
- Gaming Console
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RF Antenna Input (Coaxial) | 1 | — | — | RF Aerial Out (rear) | Modulated RF output on coaxial connector |
| Composite Video (RCA) | 1 | — | — | Composite Video Out (rear) | Composite video (cable sold separately) |
| S-Video (4-pin Mini-DIN) | 1 | — | — | S-Video Out (rear) | Separate luma/chroma output (cable sold separately) |
| RCA Stereo Audio | 1 | — | — | Audio Out L/R (rear) | Red/white RCA stereo audio |
| DE-9 (Atari / Sega Joystick Port) | 2 | — | — | Controller 1 & 2 (front) | 9-pin ports for CD32 gamepad and Amiga-compatible controllers |
| 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio) | 1 | — | — | Headphone Out (front) | Front headphone jack with volume control |
Notes & Compatibility
Analog output only. Powered by an external DC supply (proprietary barrel, not modeled). The 182-pin rear expansion connector (MicroChannel-style) is an internal expansion bus, not user cabling, and is not modeled. The front AUX/keyboard mini-DIN is described in prose only.
Common questions
How many ports does the Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) have?
The Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) has 7 ports in total: 1 × RF Antenna Input (Coaxial), 1 × Composite Video (RCA), 1 × S-Video (4-pin Mini-DIN), 1 × RCA Stereo Audio, 2 × DE-9 (Atari / Sega Joystick Port) and 1 × 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio).
What kinds of ports does the Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) have?
By connector family, the Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) has 3 Video (Legacy), 2 Audio and 2 Proprietary.
What video connections does the Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) have?
The Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) has 3 ports that can carry video: 1 × RF Antenna Input (Coaxial), 1 × Composite Video (RCA) and 1 × S-Video (4-pin Mini-DIN).
Does the Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) have HDMI?
No. The Commodore Amiga CD32 (1993) has no HDMI port. It does carry video over 1 × RF Antenna Input (Coaxial), 1 × Composite Video (RCA) and 1 × S-Video (4-pin Mini-DIN).
