Xbox hookup on an LCD?

[Mephisto_Helix]

I know this is probably on the forum somewhere but I don't feel like sifting through pages and pages So anyway, I have a DVI output LCD and would like to know what I need to hook it to my 360. Any info on what exactly is needed would be appreciated

 

[feo]

I know this is probably on the forum somewhere but I don't feel like sifting through pages and pages So anyway, I have a DVI output LCD and would like to know what I need to hook it to my 360. Any info on what exactly is needed would be appreciated

You need:

(1) An official Microsoft HDMI cable ($$$) or just a normal HDMI cable (about R250)

and

(2) a DVI-HDMI connector

 

[Mephisto_Helix]

Kark ...... two things eh. Dammit, why do they make it so tricky (and expensive)

 

[feo]

Kark ...... two things eh. Dammit, why do they make it so tricky (and expensive)

I suggest you use the VGA cable for the 360 and DVI for your PC (if you're gonna hook up a PC as well). You won't be able to notice any difference between using HDMI and VGA.

 

[Mephisto_Helix]

Would this suffice?

http://www.take2.co.za/electronics-isonic-hdmi-male-to-dvi-male-cable-1-8m-3161285.html

 

[feo]

Would this suffice?

http://www.take2.co.za/electronics-isonic-hdmi-male-to-dvi-male-cable-1-8m-3161285.html

I'm at work, can't access that link.

 

[Mephisto_Helix]

Ok, it's this: * HDMI MALE TO DVI MALE CABLE
* For use with LCD monitors
* 1.8m

for R73

 

[feo]

Ok, it's this: * HDMI MALE TO DVI MALE CABLE
* For use with LCD monitors
* 1.8m

for R73

That'll work.

 

[maestro_za]

^^
Assuming that your 360 has a HDMI port (Mongoose edition, Elite and new Arcade/Pro's) then such a cable will work

If its an older model, then VGA cable and DVI converter will suffice.

Cheers

 

[Mephisto_Helix]

That'll work.

.... schweet

^^
Assuming that your 360 has a HDMI port (Mongoose edition, Elite and new Arcade/Pro's) then such a cable will work

If its an older model, then VGA cable and DVI converter will suffice.

Cheers

..... yeah, I have the HDMI port .... thanks

 

[doobiwan]

Alternatively Mephisto, I assume your LCD has a VGA input? Just get the standard VGA cable, then you won't struggle with the sound as you need an HDMI splitter of sorts to get audio out of the HDMI cable.
http://www.take2.co.za/list.php?type=&qsearch=xbox+360+VGA+cable

 

[Brawler]

yeah what he said. You will struggle with sound (as i did) if you use hdmi.

However if you get the original microsoft xbox hdmi cable it comes with a audio adaptor which will work.

 

[Losticus]

I have personally just aquired the Microsoft HD VGA Cable and I can honestly say that the quality on the LCD is picture perfect.
I have also looked into the HDMI Cable to DVI converters and the quality is below par. (Not to mention the setback in $$$ ) The Microsoft VGA cable is gold plated which means it conducts signal better and makes for a truely HD experience.

Plus it also comes with a 3.5mm audio connector for line-in.

I wasnt expecting much being Microsoft but I was Blown Away !!!

A GREAT buy!

 

[thiartj]

There is also generic cables available if your screen does not have a DVI input. Checkout http://www.hdcabling.co.za/product_info.php?cPath=26&products_id=46

This adapter has a RGB Monitor adapter and stereo audio RCA cables.