How to connect bluetooth headphones to xbox one

Not so long ago, cool games with a console could only be played in establishments specially designed for this purpose, but times have changed and now you can easily buy such a device for your home. This is a great gift for a child, entertainment for yourself, and a way to keep bored guests busy while waiting for a relative. But to be completely immersed in the game, you definitely need headphones. Most of them are now wireless models, which make the process even more comfortable. How to properly connect them to Xbox One? You will learn about all this in this article.

How to connect wireless headphones to Xbox One via 3.5mm jack

Any wireless devices, be it headphones, microphones or something else, connect to devices like a computer or TV using bluetooth. This is the simplest and fastest connection method, which does not require any wires at all, and therefore is used so actively.

But owners of the Xbox One console may encounter a problem - the console does not have Bluetooth functionality. How then to connect wireless headphones? Don't panic. There are several ways to enjoy fully immersive games without disturbing anyone around you with constant screaming characters or intrusive music.

The first option would be to connect via a regular connector. To do this, you need to find a small round jack on the bottom of the console and insert headphones there. But keep in mind that not every set-top box has this connector. If it is available, then there will be no problems with connection.

How to connect a Bluetooth headset to Xbox One using an Xbox One stereo headset adapter

This method is suitable for absolutely any gamepad. You need to connect a special adapter through the rectangular input on the console. And the actual compatible input, already mentioned above, is connected to the adapter.

IMPORTANT. Adapters from other manufacturers may differ slightly, but the principle of their operation is the same, so you can safely use them to connect wireless headphones.

Let's take a closer look at the two existing types of connectors: RCA cable and S/PDIF optical audio cable. The RCA cable is inserted into the round socket. For a console, it can be either one or two different ones. In the latter case, remember that the green socket is responsible for sound playback, and the red socket for voice transmission, that is, for the correct operation of the microphone if it is present on the headphones.

The second version of the cable is inserted into a rectangular socket. There are never any difficulties connecting it - you just need to insert the plug and adjust the sound.

Audio input standards

3.5mm jacks are different from each other. This is important to understand because when using headphones of one standard with a system of another, you can not only get poor-quality sound, but also damage any of the devices.

Inputs are divided into:

• CTIA.
• OMTP.

They differ from each other in the location of the parts that are responsible for certain functions. This can be easily understood if you know where everything is located. From the visual example in the picture this is immediately clear.

For example, according to the CTIA standard, the various parts on a plug are arranged in this order: microphone, ground, right audio channel, left audio channel. But in OMTP the order is completely different: ground, microphone, right audio channel, left audio channel.

Obviously, they can only work with systems developed precisely according to similar standards. Be sure to take this into account when choosing and connecting headphones to any device.

Now you know how you can connect wireless Bluetooth headphones to your Xbox One console in two different ways, as well as audio input standards, which significantly affect the quality of sound playback. With this knowledge, you can easily attach the accessory to the console and start using it by launching any existing game. Check the sound quality and volume and change the appropriate settings if something is not working as expected. After this, you can begin to enjoy the process without distracting others.