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Connect and Conquer
Xbox 360 owners with
Windows XP-based PCs
can use their consoles
in conjunction with
their computers for
some great multimedia
functionality. The spe-
cific operating system
you have will deter-
mine what digital wiz-
ardry you can perform.If you’re running
Windows XP Service
Pack 2, you can con-
nect your PC and Xbox
360 to:
> Stream music.
> View pictures.
> Watch videos.
If you’re running Windows Media Center, you can connect your PC and Xbox 360 to:
> Listen to your music collection.
> View pictures.
> Watch live TV.
> Pause and replay live TV.
> Record TV shows, then watch them later.
> Watch videos.
> Download and watch movies.
> Buy music online.
In either case, you need to go to http://www.xbox.com/pcsetup/ to download the appropriate software for your
system, install it on your PC, and connect your Xbox 360 to your PC. You can couple your PC and console directly
with an Ethernet cable or attach your system to a home network. The setup will work whether your Xbox 360 is
connected to your network wired or wirelessly.
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Windows XP Service Pack 2 users can slightly extend what they can already do through the Media blade of
the Dashboard. In addition to viewing slideshows and listening to music, these gamers can select custom
soundtracks from songs that reside on their PCs.
Windows Media Center players are essentially extending what they can do on their PCs to their Xbox 360s.
For the television functionality, a TV tuner card is required. It’s important to note that the Xbox 360 is acting as 
a hub for the PC. None of the previously mentioned functions are being primarily executed by the console.  That said, these are still some awesome features you’re getting. In addition to letting you watch your digital
movies, your Xbox 360 can be a virtual TiVo or personal video recorder. This is a nice solution for gamers who have
a Windows Media Center PC in a bedroom or home office and want to extend its functionality to the living room.
HD-DVD Drive
Gamers ready for the HD era can buy the HD-DVD drive add-on. Capable of delivering high-definition playback,
the HD-DVD drive is a great way to expand on the Xbox 360 movie playback  functionality.
Because it is an HD-DVD
drive, it plays only movies,
not games. The HD-DVD
drive is easy to install
and its functionality is
just as easy to learn. To
install the HD-DVD drive,
follow these easy steps:
1. Pop the installation
disc into the Xbox 360
disc tray. The installa-
tion begins automati-
cally and eventually
reboots the Xbox 360.
2. Connect the HD-DVD
drive’s USB cord into
an open USB port on
the Xbox 360. 
3. Plug the HD-DVD drive’s
power unit into a wall
socket.
4. Watch your favorite
HD-DVD movie.
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Watch closely for the disc tray icon on the first three blades to split into two hemispheres. If it does, that
means your HD-DVD drive is connected properly. If it doesn’t, double-check the connections and power it
back on. The top hemisphere represents the Xbox 360 disc tray; the bottom hemisphere represents the
HD-DVD drive disc tray. Remember, the Xbox 360 is a gaming console at heart. That means that the console will always default
to a game, even if there is a disc in the HD-DVD tray. To switch between the two trays, press up or down on
the D-pad or left stick and select the appropriate drive.
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Don’t worry about losing a USB port if you con- nect the HD-DVD drive using the rear USB port.
The HD-DVD drive has two extra USB ports on the back. It also has a designated spot to attach the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter.
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10 :
Your System,
Your Style
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PERSONALIZED GAMING
It’s a certainty that you love your Xbox 360, but are you treating it right? Does it have everything it needs to
maximize its potential? There is only one way to find out. Go to Xbox.com.Xbox.com has a list of every Xbox 360 accessory manufactured by Microsoft. From wireless steering wheels
to must-have controller add-ons to sleek faceplates, there’s much to choose from when it comes to personalizing
your console. Though there are many options available to make sure your system has as much personality as
you do, most of the accessories are performance-enhancing peripherals like the Xbox 360 HD-DVD. Read on.
Communicate
Gaming is no longer just
about pushing buttons...
it’s about pushing some-
one  else’s buttons. With
Xbox Live, gamers were
ushered into a new era of
global gaming on a home
console. Games were no
longer a one-player affair. Xbox Live continues
that tradition with the
Xbox Live Vision camera
and Xbox 360 Headset.
With them you can see,
speak, and personally
connect with friends and
foes alike.  GoatChick80
is no longer a stranger;
she’s Amanda.
Xbox Live Vision Camera
The Xbox Live Vision camera adds a whole new dimension to online gaming and
communications. The camera, which plugs into one of the console’s USB ports, lets
you indulge in video chat, both in-game and out.
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Several Xbox Live Arcade games already support
the camera. So if you’ve ever wanted to visually taunt
your opponents while playing  Uno, your dream has
finally come true. Other games like  To te m b a l l™
allow
gesture-based gaming. In gesture-based gaming, you
can control the game by movements you make when
standing in front of the camera.
Xbox Live communication also gets a shot in the arm
with the Vision camera. You can leave video messages
for fellow Live users and engage in video chats (Gold
subscription required). Various effects can be used to
make video chats more exciting or to hide that messy
room your Xbox 360 resides in. You can spruce up your
Dashboard background by capturing an image with the
camera and adding one of three visualization effects
(edgy, water, and dotty). You can also take a photo
and use it as your personal gamer picture viewable
only to people on your friends list. All the images and videos taken with Vision are sharp, with 640 x 480 video at
30 frames per second and still photos at 1.3 megapixels. Parental controls are
available for the Dashboard to ensure that any images and videos taken with the
camera are appropriate for children. Xbox Live Vision is a truly diverse product that
adds entertaining functionality to your Xbox 360’s gaming and communications
capabilities, and is safe for gamers of all ages.
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Ever heard of face-in-game features? It’s another one
of the features the Xbox Live Vision camera makes
possible. Face-in-game lets you snap a picture of
your face and put it on the game’s protagonist.
Forget trying to fiddle with the controls to find the
perfect balance of just enough cheek and chin.
Just take a picture and call it a day.
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For more info on
using your Xbox Live Vision camera, go to chapter 3, “FourBlades, Infinite Possibilities.”
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Xbox 360 Headset
Visual communication may be the future of online
gaming, but nothing beats being able to bark orders at
your teammates. With the Xbox 360 headset, you can
communicate, collaborate, and command. Its noise-canceling microphone ensures you will
always come across loud and clear (provided your
Internet connection cooperates). Aside from commu-
nicating in online games, the comfy headset can also
be used for chat and with voice-command features in
specific games. Can you hear me now? Sweet.
Xbox 360 Wireless Headset
Although the Xbox Live headset is a fantastic tool for
online gaming and messaging, some gamers prefer a
truly wireless experience. Enter the wireless headset.
Using the same technology found in the wireless con-
troller, the wireless headset offers all the functionality
of the wired headset
minus the cords and even
enhances clarity and per-
formance. Available in two
sizes, this headset uses
an ergonomic over-the-ear
design, can be used in
either ear, and has a range
of 30 feet. This accessory
lets you play untethered,
but not at the expense of
sound quality—it sounds
every bit as good as the
wired model. The unit gives you up
to eight hours of operation on a battery charge and comes with an AC wall adapter for quick, convenient charging.
Up to four headsets can be used with a single Xbox 360 system, eliminating the possibility of a four-way wire tangle. 
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Connect
Connecting might seem
like a no-brainer when
considering the bare
necessities of gaming.
After all, if you can’t con-
nect, you can’t play. The thing is, we are now
in wireless and HD era. No
one wants cables running
across the hardwood
floors, and no one wants
to see pixilation on the TV. An ultimate gaming setup needs ultimate ways to connect.
Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter
The wireless networking adapter is perfect for people
who want to take advantage of the rich functionality
of Xbox Live, but don’t want to soil their console setup
with unsightly wires. This dual-band (5GHz and 2.4GHz)
adapter works with 802.11 a/b/g routers for maximum
compatibility with past, current, and future routers. It plugs into the USB ports on the back of your Xbox
and fits neatly on the back of the system. Just set
your network configurations on the Dashboard, and
you’re ready to roll. The unit also supports secure
connections. You can also plug the wireless network-
ing adapter into an HD-DVD. The wireless networking
adapter is an elegant solution that’s easy to set 
up, yet powerful enough for all your wireless Xbox
360 needs.
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Many gamers ask the question: “Why this, over other adapters?” The wireless network adapter is designed specifically for the Xbox 360 andits robust online features. Plus, unlike other adapters, this one doesn’t require external
power. Whether it’s wireless gaming, shopping on the Xbox Live Marketplace, or streaming
audio and video from a networking Windows XP PC, this baby has you covered.
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Xbox®
High-Performance
AV and HD AV Cables
As HD-TVs become more
and more affordable each
year, high-definition
gaming is bound to be
the new standard. If
you’ve ever fragged
someone at 1080i, then
you know exactly why it
is important to have VGA-
or component–HD AV cables.At 480p, 720p, or even 1080i, HD gaming is a thing of beauty. And while S-Video may not deliver the same
level of clarity as HD, it still offers a far superior signal to standard composite cables. If your TV supports any of
the above-mentioned resolutions, it would be a crime not to take advantage of it.
Control
This one is a no-brainer.
You want to own the com-
petition, you have to have
the right tools. Simple,
right? It’s another step in
the right direction, and
the wireless capabilities
of your Xbox 360 are
nothing to laugh at.
What started with a
clever breakaway cord on the original Xbox’s controller evolved into a new gaming standard—wireless con-
nections. The catalog of wireless controllers for the Xbox 360 run from the practical to the necessary.
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The Xbox 360 system is the first system package to come with HD AV component cables right out of the
box. Microsoft is counting on the HD revolution. Lucky for you, they’re also leading the way.
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Xbox 360™Wireless Controller
Having a wireless controller is no longer a fidgety mess
involving battery-chomping third-party products. The Xbox
360 Wireless Controller sets a new standard for gaming
comfort and wireless lag-free play.The best thing about it is that it doesn’t sacrifice
the rumble feature (now a gaming staple) for the sake of wireless connec-
tivity. Perhaps the phrase
“plug and play” is now
officially outdated.
Xbox 360™Wireless Racing Wheel™
When is the last time you drove your car with your
wireless controller? Right, never. So why should you
race online with one? The Xbox 360 Wireless Racing
Wheel offers the same precise, lag-free control as its
little brother, the wireless controller.The ergonomic wheel has an authentic feel and can
be used in a variety of ways. If you’re looking for the
ultimate in realism, use the full wired setup. This lets
you take advantage of the rumble motors and the true
force feedback, which requires AC power. The rumble
feature simulates the sensation of the road, and the
force feedback replicates the visceral yanks, shudders,
and pulls of a real race.
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For ultimate perform- ance, couple the Xbox 360 Wireless
Controller with the Play & Charge Kit.
You save on batteries,
and you don’t have to interrupt gameplaywhen your battery
runs low. Just play and charge!
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You’re probably wondering, what’s the use of a wired controller then, right?
Good question. And the answer is: Microsoft’s wired Xbox 360 Controller is
nearly identical in form and function to its wireless brother, but it sports two
handy features. First, it doesn’t require batteries to operate, and second, it is
also compatible with Microsoft® Windows® XP-based PCs and can be used as
a PC controller right out of the box. (The Xbox 360 Wireless Controller requires
the Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows® for PC compatibility.)
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