What is Optical Audio Xbox One?

Posted in  xbox | 2022-03-17

What does Optical Audio do on Xbox One?

Right now, the system can only output DTS Digital Surround, or uncompressed stereo, 5.1 or 7.1 audio, over HDMI; if you're using an optical cable, the console currently supports uncompressed stereo or 5.1 sound.

What is Optical Audio Used For?

An optical digital audio connection sends stereo or 5.1 S/PDIF digital audio between devices. An everyday use for this type of connection is the digital audio output on the back of your TV. By connecting this output to an amplifier, you can quickly improve the sound of your television.

What is Optical Audio Headset Xbox?

Microsoft recently introduced Windows Sonic Surround Sound for Xbox One, which means that a gaming headset connected directly to the controller or to the consoles USB/Optical ports can now deliver immersive virtual surround sound.

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