Xbox connections

JDOGG
JDOGG Posts: 433
edited December 2003 in Electronics
Since i will be getting the SR-7400 sometime in December, I want to know the best way to hookup my xbox to it. I have the monster cable component hookup for it already and am using it. I was thinking about getting the optic cable from monster and getting seperate component video cables for output to my t.v. Does this sound good, are there any possible better connections?Sorry if this sounds confusing.:D
Panasonic VIERA 46" 1080p plasma
Onkyo TX-SR805
Klipsch RF-7(bi-amped)
Klipsch RF-25
Xbox 360 with HD DVD
Playstation 3
Cobalt Cable
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  • Terrax
    Terrax Posts: 483
    edited December 2003
    Are you refering to the Xbox Monster component video kit sold just for the Xbox? If so, it should already have the fiber optic cable packaged in with it. If so, I would suggest running the optic cable to your receiver and the component cables to your TV, as long as the you have two component inputs on your TV. If not, then using your receiver's component inputs with one output to your TV would be the best way to go, with an added cost in another set of regular component cables, if you do not already have them.

    Terry
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  • JDOGG
    JDOGG Posts: 433
    edited December 2003
    Mine did not come with an optic cable. But thanks for the input.:)
    Panasonic VIERA 46" 1080p plasma
    Onkyo TX-SR805
    Klipsch RF-7(bi-amped)
    Klipsch RF-25
    Xbox 360 with HD DVD
    Playstation 3
    Cobalt Cable
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  • scottvamp
    scottvamp Posts: 3,277
    edited December 2003
    Optic over analog will make a big difference with most games.
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,201
    edited December 2003
    The Monster kit is the way to go.You could however buy the XboX component kit and use higher quality cables if you choose.

    The digital connection is a must if you have an XboX.There games are dolby digital and sound fantastic.Also the component cable is nessary to see the 480p.There is a couple of games in 1080i.......cool stuff....XboX is great.

    Live is key.

    Dan
    Dan
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited December 2003
    i got the kit it comes with cheap cables and i put them in my cheap cable box and ordered a nice sigonal cable and got a average optical cabble.
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  • Gringo
    Gringo Posts: 61
    edited December 2003
    Hey sup guys,

    I was gonna post a question on the same topic actually here soon. I have the microsoft component video kit and I too was wondering if it would be worth replacing them with monster video. When I purchased mine, it was before I had an Hdtv and before i became an audio and video nut. As you can see by my signature, I love xbox and the games that are in progressive scan are very impressive. Gotta love halo! (even though its not in progressive scan) Still best game out there on the box. :cool:
    Welp anyone with their opinions please tell me what ya think.

    Thanks
    Mike
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    Surrounds: Polk Fxi-50s
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,201
    edited December 2003
    Whats up......

    It's all about LIVE......Mechaasult.

    Yoo if your up for a game,look for me in Mechaasult.I'm ForcedDmantis.

    I'm always ranked top 100....top 50 to be exact.Come play.
    Dan
    My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time.
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  • JDOGG
    JDOGG Posts: 433
    edited December 2003
    I am SleeplessVirus. Made up by the box. Thought it was interesting.
    Panasonic VIERA 46" 1080p plasma
    Onkyo TX-SR805
    Klipsch RF-7(bi-amped)
    Klipsch RF-25
    Xbox 360 with HD DVD
    Playstation 3
    Cobalt Cable
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  • avelanchefan
    avelanchefan Posts: 2,401
    edited December 2003
    Mantis, I will look for you after x-mas. I just bought the kiddies the xbox today, and I will be getting xbox live after I get some xmas money.

    How is Mech Assault. It looks like a lot of fun, and it looks to be killer when playing live.

    Hey and be easy on me!:)
    Sean
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  • Gringo
    Gringo Posts: 61
    edited December 2003
    My name on there is Loco_Gringo, i havent played on live much recently, but i was just playng some rainbow six 3. thats a tight game. I love mechassult too though, i own with the loki :D , but i suck at all those games compared to Halo...Ranked 9th in the country in free-for-all at the last national tourney and my 4 man team placed 4th :cool: Hit me up on live sometime
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    Fronts: Polk Rti-70s
    Center: Polk Csi-40
    Surrounds: Polk Fxi-50s
    Sub: SvS 20-39pci
    Sony 36inch HdTv
    Denon DvD-2200 Sacd/Dvd-a
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  • avelanchefan
    avelanchefan Posts: 2,401
    edited December 2003
    You can play Halo online?

    How does that work?
    Sean
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  • todd1019
    todd1019 Posts: 8
    edited December 2003
    I bought the XBOX High Definition AV Pack. It did not come with the component video or optic cable. I have it connected to my receiver with the component video and optical cable purchased separately. The games can be played in Hi definition if supported and every game can use Dolby digital surround I think with the optical cable. You have to enable Dolby and high def in the system console.
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  • organ
    organ Posts: 4,969
    edited December 2003
    I was gonna post a question on the same topic actually here soon. I have the microsoft component video kit and I too was wondering if it would be worth replacing them with monster video. When I purchased mine, it was before I had an Hdtv and before i became an audio and video nut. As you can see by my signature, I love xbox and the games that are in progressive scan are very impressive. Gotta love halo! (even though its not in progressive scan) Still best game out there on the box.

    I'm also using the component video kit from Microsoft. I replaced the crappy component cable that came with it with Monster component cable. I think replacing the cable should be cheaper than buying the Monster kit.

    Maurice
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  • Gringo
    Gringo Posts: 61
    edited December 2003
    Avelanchefan,

    You need to use your computer to trick your xbox into thinking its running in system link by using a program called xbox connect. Go to www.xbconnect.com. The program is pretty simple to use, only requires that your pc is somewhat close to your xbox i guess. Runs pretty smooth if you play on a nice host somewhat close to your house, within a state or 2, and if you have a decent broadband connection. Im addicting to playing on there haha....if you happen to get on look for the name [{L}]-Gringo, i can help you out with any questions you might have...oh by the way you also need to have your xbox plugged into the same router your computer is in.
    Onkyo Tx-Sr700
    Fronts: Polk Rti-70s
    Center: Polk Csi-40
    Surrounds: Polk Fxi-50s
    Sub: SvS 20-39pci
    Sony 36inch HdTv
    Denon DvD-2200 Sacd/Dvd-a
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited December 2003
    i just got project gotham raceing 2 and it comes with a free 2 monthe scrip to live.
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  • Gringo
    Gringo Posts: 61
    edited December 2003
    Is it a pretty awesome game? I was gonna get it, it was a toss up between that and Need for Speed Underground. I ended up getting underground because my nephew was home from georgia, and he loves video games and that one appealed to him more. But im happy with his pick, its a great game, extremely good looks. :cool:
    Onkyo Tx-Sr700
    Fronts: Polk Rti-70s
    Center: Polk Csi-40
    Surrounds: Polk Fxi-50s
    Sub: SvS 20-39pci
    Sony 36inch HdTv
    Denon DvD-2200 Sacd/Dvd-a
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited December 2003
    actuley i do like the need for speed games alot it is all about speed i have the last game i forgot the title. but i do like the PGR 2 for a little different style of raceing game it adds style points to the race. but it is not as fast but you get more changles like style chalnge where you have to get style points to pass the test. and passing changles where you have to pass a certan amount of cars. very fun.
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  • Gringo
    Gringo Posts: 61
    edited December 2003
    Sounds pretty awesome, Have you ever played Grand Tourismo 3 for ps2. That game is an amazing game. Reminds me a lot of PG2 becuase its more of a realistic game that nfs underground. You need a degree in Physics just to learn how to master driving in that game. Really fun none-the-less.
    Onkyo Tx-Sr700
    Fronts: Polk Rti-70s
    Center: Polk Csi-40
    Surrounds: Polk Fxi-50s
    Sub: SvS 20-39pci
    Sony 36inch HdTv
    Denon DvD-2200 Sacd/Dvd-a
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  • TonyPTX
    TonyPTX Posts: 545
    edited December 2003
    You can find me online under "Damocles" my old GamerTag before TonyPTX came around...I beta tested for microsoft and have been using Live since early August 2002. Kick A$$ service for a kick a$$ console.

    I've been addicted to PGR2 and GTA 3 as of late...PGR2 is much easier to earn those Kudos points compaired to PGR. I like the cars and the showroom much better too..

    See you guys on the race track...

    Tony
    Damn....8 lines...I've gotta put my sig on a diet now....
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