How to connect your game console with component video
All of the major video game consoles come with the necessary cables to connect to your TV. But if you have an HDTV and a home-theater audio system, you can upgrade your gaming to the next level.
For example, to get DVD-style progressive-scan video from your Xbox games, you'll need to purchase a compatible component-video adapter, also known as the High-Definition A/V Pack.
Once you've obtained the necessary accessories, you'll need to choose how to connect the console: through your A/V receiver or directly to your TV.
To connect through your A/V receiver, start by connecting the component-video adapter to your game console. The PlayStation2 and the GameCube use a simple, one-piece adapter, while the Xbox--as seen here--uses a breakout box with additional connections. The Xbox adapter comes with separate component-video cables. Plug one end of the cables into the adapter. Plug the other end into your A/V receiver. Make sure your receiver's component-video output is connected to your TV's component-video input. Then drop your favorite game in the console, sit back, and enjoy.
If you don't have an audio system in your game room, you can still get improved video quality. Start by connecting the component-video adapter to your game console. The PlayStation2 and the GameCube use a simple, one-piece adapter, while the Xbox--as seen here--uses a breakout box with additional connections. The Xbox adapter comes with separate component-video cables. Plug one end of the cables into the adapter. Next, connect the stereo audio cables, then connect the other end of the cables to your TV's component-video and audio inputs. Finally, switch your TV to the appropriate input, and you're ready to game.
All of the major video game consoles come with the necessary cables to connect to your TV. But if you have an HDTV and a home-theater audio system, you can upgrade your gaming to the next level.
For example, to get DVD-style progressive-scan video from your Xbox games, you'll need to purchase a compatible component-video adapter, also known as the High-Definition A/V Pack.
Once you've obtained the necessary accessories, you'll need to choose how to connect the console: through your A/V receiver or directly to your TV.
To connect through your A/V receiver, start by connecting the component-video adapter to your game console. The PlayStation2 and the GameCube use a simple, one-piece adapter, while the Xbox--as seen here--uses a breakout box with additional connections. The Xbox adapter comes with separate component-video cables. Plug one end of the cables into the adapter. Plug the other end into your A/V receiver. Make sure your receiver's component-video output is connected to your TV's component-video input. Then drop your favorite game in the console, sit back, and enjoy.
If you don't have an audio system in your game room, you can still get improved video quality. Start by connecting the component-video adapter to your game console. The PlayStation2 and the GameCube use a simple, one-piece adapter, while the Xbox--as seen here--uses a breakout box with additional connections. The Xbox adapter comes with separate component-video cables. Plug one end of the cables into the adapter. Next, connect the stereo audio cables, then connect the other end of the cables to your TV's component-video and audio inputs. Finally, switch your TV to the appropriate input, and you're ready to game.