How do I Set Up a Sony DG-510 to an XBox 360 Via HDMI Cable for Sound?

Microsoft's Xbox 360 offers multiple types of audio/video outputs including high-definition multimedia format, otherwise referred to as HDMI. This format offers the highest quality sound and video for the console and is also the easiest to connect since it's just one cable. Gamers used to composite or component cables may be confused if they wish to set up surround sound with their console using an audio receiver, such as the Sony DG-510, because there are no split plug-ins that can go either to video or audio. Fortunately, the wiring process is as simple, if not easier, than using old fashioned composite cables.

Things You'll Need

• 2 HDMI cables

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Power off the Xbox 360, HD TV and DG-510 receiver.

   • 2

     Plug one HDMI cable into the HDMI input on the HD TV, then plug the other end into the receiver's "HDMI OUT" plug-in. The "HDMI OUT" plug-in transfers audio and video from the source device, your Xbox 360, to the HD TV.

   • 3

     Plug the other HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the Xbox 360 then hook the other end into the "HDMI DVD IN" slot.

   • 4

     Power on all devices.

   • 5

     Change your receiver's input to "DVD" and your TV's input to HDMI to view and hear your Xbox 360's video and sound.