Sega's 1994 mushroom-shaped add-on plugs into the Genesis cartridge slot to bolt on 32-bit processing power. Video runs out through the 32X's own 9-pin mini-DIN A/V multi-out after mixing the host Genesis signal passed up through a short jumper cable. That port carries RGB as well as composite and stereo, so the same RGB SCART cable you'd use on a Genesis Model 2 is the best route to a TV. Like the Genesis Model 2, the 32X has no RF modulator, so composite or an external RF converter is the fallback. A separate proprietary DC barrel inlet takes its own MK-2103 power brick, meaning a fully expanded tower needs two power supplies.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Sega
- Release Year
- 1994
- Model Number
- MK-84000
- Category
- Gaming Console
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sega 9-pin Mini-DIN A/V (Genesis Model 2 / 32X / Nomad) | 1 | — | — | AV IN (rear) | Accepts picture and sound from the host Genesis through the supplied short male-to-male patch cable. On a Genesis Model 2 that cable runs from the console's own 9-pin Mini-DIN A/V port; Model 1 owners need an adapter cable. |
| Sega 9-pin Mini-DIN A/V (Genesis Model 2 / 32X / Nomad) | 1 | — | — | AV OUT (rear) | The 32X's own output to the TV, carrying the combined Genesis + 32X picture and stereo sound. Same 9-pin Mini-DIN pinout as the Genesis Model 2, Genesis 3, Nomad and CDX, so a standard Genesis Model 2 A/V cable fits. |
Notes & Compatibility
The 32X sits in the Genesis cartridge slot and passes video through: a short patch cable carries the Genesis picture into the 32X AV IN, and the TV connects to the 32X AV OUT. Both sockets use the same 9-pin Mini-DIN as the Genesis Model 2. The cartridge edge connector and the proprietary DC barrel inlet (the 32X needs its own power brick) are not modelled — neither takes a cross-shoppable cable. Replacing the Genesis-to-32X patch cable? Use one with the 5V pin disconnected: a lead that carries 5V into the 32X can damage the 32X, the Genesis or both. Genesis Model 1 owners need a Model 1-to-32X lead, or the stock patch cable plus a Genesis 1 male to Genesis 2 female adapter.