New to Xbox 360 need advice on controller audio + HDMI setup

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    New to Xbox 360 need advice on controller audio + HDMI setup


    Hey everyone

    I’m new to the Xbox 360 ecosystem (been a PlayStation guy till now — PS4 owner) and had a couple of questions I hope you all can help with:

    1. Controller Audio Question:

    On the PS4, I can plug my headphones directly into the controller and get all the game audio that way.
    Is there any compatible Xbox 360 controller or adapter that lets you do the same — i.e., connect headphones and get game audio directly through the controller?
    If not, is there any way to get the audio privately (so it doesn’t come out from the TV speakers)?

    1. HDMI Setup Dilemma:

    My TV only has 2 HDMI ports — one’s used for my cable box, and the other for my PS4.
    Now that I’m adding the Xbox 360, what’s the best way to set this up?
    Should I:

    • Use an HDMI switch (2 or 3 inputs → 1 output)?
    • Buy a separate monitor just for the 360?
    • Or try to convert an old laptop into a display for it?

    Would love to hear what’s worked best for others who’ve had similar setups. I’m trying to make it all work with the single TV if possible.

    Thanks in advance any suggestions or product recommendations (switches, adapters, etc.) would be super helpful!

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  2. usc1903-F36EA084-687 Win User

    Kleur

  3. PhloydBarnum Win User

    no sound from xbox/games

    Let me point you to some resources:

    How to configure audio settings on your Xbox 360 console

    Xbox 360 audio or video problems

    Improve the audio quality of the Xbox 360 console

    Hooking Up Xbox 360 Sound

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    If you still need help, please give us more extensive information about your setup:

    1. Which cables are you using (RCA, AV, HDMI)?

    2. What device is playing your audio (TV, Monitor, Speakers, Headsets)?

    3. I assume "wont play sounds except for voices from messages." means you can listen to voice messages sent by other players.
  4. WPAK Win User

    Problem with my console using HDMI cable

  5. J3RS3Y DEVIL Win User

    Headsets

    [quote user="COD 2 HALO"]

    I NEED ADVICE! I have a new flatty with no audio out nor a head phone plug. What can I do so I may have audio via my TB X31? I also have the new xbox slim. Please advice would suffice.

    [/quote]

    Do your headphones use toslink or hdmi?
  6. Low Jinks Win User

    Help With setting up 5.1 surround sound.

    If you are just talking about Xbox 360 audio then, yes HDMI and Toshlink audio is the same. However if you are talking bluray devices such as the PS3 then no they are not the same. Toshlink does not have the bandwidth to carry the new audio formats such
    as Dolby TrueHD or DTS MA. You would need a HDMI cable for that.
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