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Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite - User Manual

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite
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Summary

Your Xbox 360 Video Game and Entertainment System

Select a Location for Your Console

Prevent the Console from Falling

Safety instructions to prevent the console from falling and causing injury.

Prevent the Console from Overheating

Guidelines to ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating.

Avoid Smoke and Dust

Precautions against using the console in smoky or dusty environments.

Connect to Your TV and Audio System

Connect the Component HD AV Cable

Steps to connect the console using a component HD AV cable.

Connect to a Digital Audio System with the Component Cable

Connecting the console to a digital audio system via component cable.

Connect the HDMI AV Cable

Connect to your high definition TV

Instructions to connect the console to a high-definition TV using HDMI.

Connect to a Stereo Audio System with the HDMI Cable

Connecting the console's audio to a separate stereo system via HDMI.

Connect to a Digital Audio System with the HDMI Cable

Connecting the console to a digital audio system via HDMI for better sound.

Other AV Input

Information on connecting using S-Video or VGA HD AV cables.

Connect the Console to Power

Electrical Safety

Critical electrical safety precautions for console setup and use.

To avoid damaging the power cords and power supply:

Guidelines to prevent damage to power cords and the power supply unit.

The Xbox 360 Wireless Controller

Xbox Guide Button

Explanation of the Xbox Guide button's functions and controls.

Ring of Light

Description of the Ring of Light status indicator on the console and controller.

Expansion Port

Information about the controller's expansion port for accessories.

Charge Port

Details about the controller's charge port for the Play & Charge Kit.

Set Up Your Wireless Controller

Insert Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the wireless controller.

Disposable Battery Safety

Safety warnings and guidelines for handling disposable batteries.

Remove Controller Batteries Aboard Aircraft

Important safety advice regarding batteries when traveling by air.

Connect Your Wireless Controller to Your Console

Steps to wirelessly connect the controller to the console.

Turn Your Console and Wireless Controller On

How to power on the console and controller together or separately.

Turn Your Console and Wireless Controller Off

Procedures for powering off the console and controller.

Select Language and Other Settings

Initial setup for language and console settings.

Xbox 360 Family Settings

Apply Family Settings

How to configure family settings for games and Xbox LIVE.

Xbox LIVE Settings

Details on managing Xbox LIVE settings for child accounts.

Using the Disc Drive

To insert a disc:

Instructions on how to insert a game disc, audio CD, or DVD movie.

To eject a disc:

Steps on how to remove a disc from the disc tray.

Important Health Warnings About Playing Video Games

Photosensitive Seizures

Warnings and precautions regarding photosensitive epileptic seizures.

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Information on potential musculoskeletal disorders from gameplay.

Play Games

To start a game:

Step-by-step guide on how to start playing a game.

Connect to Xbox LIVE

Set Up Your Connection

Instructions for setting up an internet connection for Xbox LIVE.

Modem Connection

To set up a modem connection:

Guide on connecting the console directly to a modem.

Router Connection

To set up a router connection:

Steps to connect the console through a router for network access.

Gateway Connection

To set up a gateway connection:

Guide on connecting the console using an Ethernet gateway device.

Troubleshoot Your Connection

Steps to resolve issues with connecting the console to the network.

Sign Up for Xbox Live

Instructions for creating an Xbox LIVE account.

Communicate on Xbox Live

Using a headset to chat and communicate with friends on Xbox LIVE.

Connect Your Headset to Your Controller

To connect your headset:

Step-by-step guide for connecting a headset to the game controller.

Use Your Headset

Instructions on using headset features like mute and volume control.

Hearing Loss

Warning about potential hearing loss from prolonged high volume use.

Watch Movies

To play DVD movies:

Instructions on how to play DVD movies on the Xbox 360 console.

Play CDs

To play audio CDs:

Steps on how to play audio CDs on the console.

Share Media from an Audio Player or Camera

Stream Music to Your Console

How to stream music from a personal audio player via USB.

View Your Pictures

Instructions for viewing pictures from a digital camera connected via USB.

Share Media from Your PC

Windows Media Connect

Setting up Windows Media Connect to stream PC media to the console.

To set up Windows Media Connect:

Detailed steps for configuring Windows Media Connect software.

Windows Media Center

Integrating the Xbox 360 with a Windows Media Center PC.

To set up Windows Media Center:

Steps to configure Windows Media Center for console integration.

Storage

Remove and Reattach Your Hard Drive

Procedures for removing and reattaching the console's hard drive.

Personalize Your Hard Drive

How to give your hard drive a custom name for identification.

Copy or Delete Saved Items

Instructions for managing saved game items and media on storage devices.

Memory Units

Information about using portable memory units for additional storage.

Add Wireless Controllers

To connect your wireless controller to your console:

Step-by-step guide to wirelessly connect a controller to the console.

Connect Additional Accessories

Troubleshooting

No Power

Steps to diagnose and resolve power-related issues with the console.

No Picture

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the video display output.

No Sound

Steps to diagnose and resolve audio output problems.

Poor-Quality Sound

Tips for improving audio quality and resolving sound issues.

Disc Tray Does Not Open

Solutions for problems with the console's disc tray not opening.

Game, Movie, or Music Does Not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when discs or media fail to play.

Ring of Light Flashes

Explains console status lights and what flashing patterns indicate.

Wireless Controller Does Not Work

Steps to troubleshoot problems with the wireless controller not functioning.

Headset Does Not Work

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the headset audio or microphone.

Accessory Does Not Work

Guidance on troubleshooting unsupported or malfunctioning accessories.

Cannot Save Game

Solutions for problems saving games due to storage limitations.

Hard Drive Not Listed as a Storage Device

Steps to resolve issues where the hard drive is not recognized by the console.

Customer Support

Summary

Your Xbox 360 Video Game and Entertainment System

Select a Location for Your Console

Prevent the Console from Falling

Safety instructions to prevent the console from falling and causing injury.

Prevent the Console from Overheating

Guidelines to ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating.

Avoid Smoke and Dust

Precautions against using the console in smoky or dusty environments.

Connect to Your TV and Audio System

Connect the Component HD AV Cable

Steps to connect the console using a component HD AV cable.

Connect to a Digital Audio System with the Component Cable

Connecting the console to a digital audio system via component cable.

Connect the HDMI AV Cable

Connect to your high definition TV

Instructions to connect the console to a high-definition TV using HDMI.

Connect to a Stereo Audio System with the HDMI Cable

Connecting the console's audio to a separate stereo system via HDMI.

Connect to a Digital Audio System with the HDMI Cable

Connecting the console to a digital audio system via HDMI for better sound.

Other AV Input

Information on connecting using S-Video or VGA HD AV cables.

Connect the Console to Power

Electrical Safety

Critical electrical safety precautions for console setup and use.

To avoid damaging the power cords and power supply:

Guidelines to prevent damage to power cords and the power supply unit.

The Xbox 360 Wireless Controller

Xbox Guide Button

Explanation of the Xbox Guide button's functions and controls.

Ring of Light

Description of the Ring of Light status indicator on the console and controller.

Expansion Port

Information about the controller's expansion port for accessories.

Charge Port

Details about the controller's charge port for the Play & Charge Kit.

Set Up Your Wireless Controller

Insert Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the wireless controller.

Disposable Battery Safety

Safety warnings and guidelines for handling disposable batteries.

Remove Controller Batteries Aboard Aircraft

Important safety advice regarding batteries when traveling by air.

Connect Your Wireless Controller to Your Console

Steps to wirelessly connect the controller to the console.

Turn Your Console and Wireless Controller On

How to power on the console and controller together or separately.

Turn Your Console and Wireless Controller Off

Procedures for powering off the console and controller.

Select Language and Other Settings

Initial setup for language and console settings.

Xbox 360 Family Settings

Apply Family Settings

How to configure family settings for games and Xbox LIVE.

Xbox LIVE Settings

Details on managing Xbox LIVE settings for child accounts.

Using the Disc Drive

To insert a disc:

Instructions on how to insert a game disc, audio CD, or DVD movie.

To eject a disc:

Steps on how to remove a disc from the disc tray.

Important Health Warnings About Playing Video Games

Photosensitive Seizures

Warnings and precautions regarding photosensitive epileptic seizures.

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Information on potential musculoskeletal disorders from gameplay.

Play Games

To start a game:

Step-by-step guide on how to start playing a game.

Connect to Xbox LIVE

Set Up Your Connection

Instructions for setting up an internet connection for Xbox LIVE.

Modem Connection

To set up a modem connection:

Guide on connecting the console directly to a modem.

Router Connection

To set up a router connection:

Steps to connect the console through a router for network access.

Gateway Connection

To set up a gateway connection:

Guide on connecting the console using an Ethernet gateway device.

Troubleshoot Your Connection

Steps to resolve issues with connecting the console to the network.

Sign Up for Xbox Live

Instructions for creating an Xbox LIVE account.

Communicate on Xbox Live

Using a headset to chat and communicate with friends on Xbox LIVE.

Connect Your Headset to Your Controller

To connect your headset:

Step-by-step guide for connecting a headset to the game controller.

Use Your Headset

Instructions on using headset features like mute and volume control.

Hearing Loss

Warning about potential hearing loss from prolonged high volume use.

Watch Movies

To play DVD movies:

Instructions on how to play DVD movies on the Xbox 360 console.

Play CDs

To play audio CDs:

Steps on how to play audio CDs on the console.

Share Media from an Audio Player or Camera

Stream Music to Your Console

How to stream music from a personal audio player via USB.

View Your Pictures

Instructions for viewing pictures from a digital camera connected via USB.

Share Media from Your PC

Windows Media Connect

Setting up Windows Media Connect to stream PC media to the console.

To set up Windows Media Connect:

Detailed steps for configuring Windows Media Connect software.

Windows Media Center

Integrating the Xbox 360 with a Windows Media Center PC.

To set up Windows Media Center:

Steps to configure Windows Media Center for console integration.

Storage

Remove and Reattach Your Hard Drive

Procedures for removing and reattaching the console's hard drive.

Personalize Your Hard Drive

How to give your hard drive a custom name for identification.

Copy or Delete Saved Items

Instructions for managing saved game items and media on storage devices.

Memory Units

Information about using portable memory units for additional storage.

Add Wireless Controllers

To connect your wireless controller to your console:

Step-by-step guide to wirelessly connect a controller to the console.

Connect Additional Accessories

Troubleshooting

No Power

Steps to diagnose and resolve power-related issues with the console.

No Picture

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the video display output.

No Sound

Steps to diagnose and resolve audio output problems.

Poor-Quality Sound

Tips for improving audio quality and resolving sound issues.

Disc Tray Does Not Open

Solutions for problems with the console's disc tray not opening.

Game, Movie, or Music Does Not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when discs or media fail to play.

Ring of Light Flashes

Explains console status lights and what flashing patterns indicate.

Wireless Controller Does Not Work

Steps to troubleshoot problems with the wireless controller not functioning.

Headset Does Not Work

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the headset audio or microphone.

Accessory Does Not Work

Guidance on troubleshooting unsupported or malfunctioning accessories.

Cannot Save Game

Solutions for problems saving games due to storage limitations.

Hard Drive Not Listed as a Storage Device

Steps to resolve issues where the hard drive is not recognized by the console.

Customer Support

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite Specifications

General IconGeneral
PlatformXbox 360
Product colorBlack
Processor modelIBM PowerPC
Built-in speaker(s)No
Storage mediaHDD
Built-in optical driveYes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
USB 2.0 ports quantity5
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g
Networking standardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Power consumption (typical)135 W
Cables includedAC
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight2900 g

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