How To Use the Digital Optical Cable With Xbox Series X|S & PS5

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[@LazyTechTony]

This was worth the wait! 🔥🔥🔥

[@_Wizzo]

Literally perfect explanation. The PS5 works when you plug it directly into the pass through then elgato, but Xbox doesn’t? Doing it the other way round worked! Thanks very much mate, saved me so much time

[@CrZyDeZ]

Your msg at 3:11 is where you fixed me. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Lilhogge]

Thanks. working with a friend to get his stuff set up and this helped tremendously!! worth the sub!! Thanks!

[@Titopistol44]

Thank you so much man it worked for me I gotta different device but your video definitely helped thank you

[@lorentheadulttwitch9300]

What are your Xbox settings when you are using the HDMI/Optical Extractor?

[@Huffy1001]

Thanks I’ve been searchin’ for one on Amazon also and know my Tech and didn’t think of checkin’ J Tech until I saw your Video👍🏻It looks nice just a bit vague on what it can do, I’ve got another in my Basket that has 7.1 Dolby Atmos so I think I’m gonna give that one a try first if I’m not happy or I might just buy the J Tech Digital also for a compare, thanks again🙏

[@johanneslinnecke2517]

You save my day

[@LouSassol69er]

They've created such a ballache for people not including the optical. I can't get Dolby 5.1 when plugging directly from receiver to the TV. So I have to plug device to Receiver for Dolby 5.1. But Xbox Series X having no Optical, I only have option of plugging into the TV thus getting no Dolby 5.1. Unless a device like this allows me to separate the HDMI signal into audio via Optical back to my receiver and a 2nd HDMI back to the TV (guessing how it works).

[@NEFTV]

video was well lit and sound good. your mic has a clean sound. i have mxl bcd-1.. but im a gamer and podcaster and you did show me enough on how to hook up the box to elgato to device to monitor to cpu.... send me some features

[@christianaltendorf3934]

Thank u so freakin much !!!!

[@jeremywilliam79]

I want something for my series x to use high quality headphones with a mic. Does this let you do it? I just need more power than what you get with the controller.

[@MrBadboys77]

Does this work with a surround sound box?

[@sj460162]

Thankyou for this. A massive inconvenience from console makers here!!??

[@SK-qu4wo]

What happens if you plug a 4k (2160p) video source into this j-tech audio extractor via the HDMI cable? Does it output a stable picture? What resolution would the picture be in and would it be of better quality than standard 1080p?

[@BIGBADSPARTAN217]

Did you get an Noticeable input lag from going threw so many devices ?

[@spiffy3106]

Can we get a video for Xbox settings? Because when i use this the audio just doesn’t sound right

[@criptocolorlightstech5292]

can i use it for just xbox series x connect to astro a40s if so how can u show us please?

[@SheLuvsLotti]

This is a weird question but do I need to have obs open to hear my Xbox when I don’t i can’t hear sound

[@Timster918]

Hello, nice video! Can you please explain what cord goes where for the whole setup to work. Like what goes to the in and outs and stuff, thanks!

[@LazyTechTV]

Sure thing! - Console to external capture card via HDMI. - Capture card to PC via USB cable. - Capture card to Splitter via HDMI. - Splitter to Mixer (for audio) via Digital Optical - Splitter to Monitor (for video) via HDMI

[@Timster918]

@@LazyTechTV thank you so much!

[@jfproductions24]

this helps pulling the audio from console too xlr forsure, but how do you split the audio from you're viewers on stream and youre party chat? so you have the option to mute party chat while talking to steam? any help appreciated

[@lasbi666]

it worked for me but don t work anymore... the display only show stéréo from the serie x hdmi , even if I put the switch on pass through or 5.1 ... I can t get something else than stéréo from the device. is it still ok for you ?

[@AvyIsSoCool]

does pass through make the audio 7.1?

[@joebiscit]

I have a series x, non 1080p monitor, and an Avstar 4k 120hz HDMI 2.1 extractor and I get no video, but I do get sound. My HDMI cables together are only 8 ft in length. What is the issue?

[@redartisanwolf6716]

Can i not just hdmi to tv and optical from tv to surround sound?

[@boogieonthebrow4881]

Hey man. I stumbled across this as I just got a GOXLR. I have routed the way you have and I get the picture on screen and in OBS, but it does not pick up the gameplay audio at all on my series s. Any suggestions?

[@scrapper276]

Hey Tony would this clear up the issue with distortion on my Astro A50’s?Could I run these with Dolby Atmos on my Xbox Series X?Microsoft getting rid of the optical port was a dumb move on their part.

[@trollmustard]

Hello. I want to plug my headset into a dac/amp to enhance the sound of my gaming headset. but i have an xbox series x. Does this fix my problem? Will the chat go through aswell?

[@WockySlushHaze215]

When use these how do you talk to people in gamechat because I can’t hear them on Xbox

[@AntonioGuillen316]

I was about to attempt this using a HDMI audio extractor but as you said the lack of HDR is just too big of a loss on Xbox Series X. Have done a lot of research and at this time there are now extractors that support HDMI 2.1 4k 120hz HDR. I might try using the optical out on my TV but I hear many complaining that it introduces a delay. I just wanted premium audio with this new next gen console - sigh

[@austingearheart9516]

Product you found link?

[@davidsaucedo5287]

really i didnt know there is a delay pluggin optical cable direct to tv thats how I use my astro a 40s instead of plugging into my series x i just plug it into pc and use the optical cord im no sound afiscionado tho sooooo it sounds pretty great to me and i definitely dont get a delay

[@Redsmellycow34]

David Saucedo What TV/monitor do you use ? I’ve been looking a year for a 120hz+ monitor with an optical port.

[@theunknown4570]

Just please let me know if there is a surround sound headset that works direct to the series x. I don't care how much it cost. Something that plugs in and works.

[@SampaosLim510]

Can’t get the resolution to 3840X2160 60hz HDR?

[@CrunchEnhancer]

Does it allow 120hz

[@TrappinAfterDark]

will this let me set up my ps5 party as a input capture in obs?

[@LazyTechTV]

No I don’t think so but I haven’t tried

[@oxruh-mitosisthegame6285]

If you use this, can you not play games on 120frames anymore even with a 144hz monitor

[@JonahRessiv]

indeed, I really dont understand why MS cancelled the spdif. All other solutions lead to more input lag. I use a 4ms monitor so yes I care.

[@omgoat]

@@JonahRessiv cuz of money, they even explained it it costs 2 $ but they sell millions of xboxes so u know

[@Danxiong]

Thanks for saving my time and money.

[@brandonfreese3005]

Does this one suppurt 120Hz? Or is it strictly 60Hz? Please help!

[@X-Man-st1un]

If you buy a 4k version it's only limited to 60hz

[@theofficialrico7352]

does this support 1440p

[@The_Cannabis_Connoisseur]

You can update your Astro Mix Amp so it works on the Xbox Series X/S so you only need the USB cable plugged into the Xbox and no more IR!

[@Ty_Paul]

Just bought some A40s with mix amp and cannot install the update no matter what I do. Apparently a common issue that Astro won’t fix

[@mmcgarry7384]

How do I use the turtle beach 800x headphones that has a base station that connects to my xbox series x that uses an optical cable to a monitor that doesn't have a optical cable input?

[@gifted2818]

have you figured this out? i have the same problem.

[@mmcgarry7384]

@@gifted2818 yes get an audio extractor

[@gifted2818]

@@mmcgarry7384 thanks

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Got the Jtech 18Gbps model that does 4K60 HDR... works great with XSX... cost about $50

[@LouSassol69er]

Did you connect it to home 5.1 theatre system? Just wondering if I can split the audio to Optical for my receiver and HDMI back to the TV. I can't plug an optical from receiver to TV, for some reason it doesn't allow me to get Dolby 5.1 that way. So I have to connect optical, device to receiver. Hence why I'm looking up HMDI extractors.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Yes the Jtech hdmi out is connected to my gaming monitor and the optical out connected to my 5.1 speaker setup If you are using an AV receiver than u shouldn’t need this... just connect the XSX to AV Receiver than AV Receiver to TV... need to go to the XSX audio setting to choose the correct Audio format (Dolby or DTS or Atmos depending on ur AVR capability)

[@SH1N1ZAKY]

nice music for your video bro

[@AZHUSTLER623]

I bought that ASTRO hdmi adapter will it work on the Xbox?

[@dylanhuggins1015]

Yes it will

[@edwintoussaint7502]

Hello, I have A40 with the mix amp pro and I am trying to set it up with my Xbox series s. I watched your video and I have audio but my mic doesn't work. what should I do?

[@scottsouter1350]

Did you fix it

[@scottsouter1350]

I have the same

[@igotflavors]

How did u hook up the audio cables ? I’m so confused on that step

[@davidsaucedo5287]

you guys have to hook up the usb to the xbox i think thats the problem. audiophiles want a great soundstage and there are problems connecting thro usb right. I plugged my dac to the pc then just used an optical cord direct to tv but the problem is you negate all the eq settings you can make doing that. in order to keep those settings you have to plug the dac via usb to series x. Although what i did was test out plugged into pc and plugged into series x via usb AND i plugged in the op cable to the back of the TV I HAVE NO IDEA IF THIS ACTUALLY DOES ANYTHING but i saw a noticeable change in volume but thats what i noticed. i unplugged the optical cable left the usb plugged into series x and its like the volume got a little quieter and flatter plugged the optical cable back in but still left usb plugged into series x at the same time and i feel like i got this boost in volume i have no idea if there is some kind of interference going on but im keeping them both plugged in.

[@resultsbyrandby]

everything works but it doesnt pick up game sound for me in obs

[@LazyTechTV]

That’s very odd

[@_mylastname]

I lost my HDR on my Xbox series x using this but it does allow 4k@60.. And 1440@120 ALSO,my ps5 doesn't work at all at 4k@60 no HDR. so all I get is 1080@60... Which is a waste of having the extractor.. At least that's my experience Added note: I can't change the EDID at all.. Have to keep it on tv. Any other causes either snow on screen, or just no sound.. And I'm using optical into a Vizio 5.1 sound bar. It's really a pain

[@concretecharlie51]

Your xbox series x can run at 120hz unless you use an optical adapter which hamstrings your xsx. If you don't care about downgrading your xsx to only run at 4K60hz then most optical adapters will work.

[@jeddahcity100]

Hi 👋🏽, is this splitter support 2.1 hdmi or 2.0 ? I want to play with 120 FPS. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@LazyTechTV]

Great question, it does not. Just 1080p @60 fps. They do have another box that supports more fps for around $200

[@JonahRessiv]

@@LazyTechTV and even those boxes add input lag. So if youre a pro that really needs 120fps you dont want input lag.

[@Ar2kill]

1080p for a 4k console?

[@ICUEverywhere]

As others said unless these boxes can handle over 60 hrtz up to the higher refresh rates this won't allow you full functionality of your monitor or TV. It's a small work around but Sony and Microsoft really did their customers wrong. Many players like myself use gaming 4k monitors 32 inch or less with no sound built-in no hdmi with ARC support or optical. Most of your budget cost gaming monitors don't have those features unless you spend over $1000.00. I hate playing on a 50 inch next to my bed. I work my ass off outside in the heat all day and want to lay down either streaming my movies or play a few games instead of sitting in a chair gawking at a hulking TV. Now many have said Microsoft or Sony has not released a final version 🤔 especially after the fact people already bought one and maybe are considering putting the optional back in? Some said Microsoft and Sony will make a usb dongle to allow optical again. IDK, they seem to have a lot of excuses why they left it off and honestly none of them are worth a listen. The only thing left would be for companies that make gaming monitors to include an hdmi arc port. I would have no issues buying one considering i got my BenQ 28 inch 4k monitor for $179.00. But ask yourself this? How many companies who make PC gaming monitors do you think will manufacture a monitor with ARC support? These companies build these budget monitors as cheap as they can which means giving up a lot so you can afford rich 4k fast play. Nobody uses aux anymore so why is it still on monitors and soundbars? The sound quality is horrible next to optical. Another problem is some of these cheap ARC TVs have delay and sound issues with some soundbars or don't work at all even though it's supported. If this is an example of things to come i'll likely make this Series X my last console and go back to PC gaming. Atleast I can build my rig to run how I want it with all the optional accessories and ports. I don't think Microsoft or Sony understand their customers which is why people are so upset with them right now. We shouldn't have to be looking for work arounds to run our consoles. One of the biggest letdowns Microsoft did was boasting their XS games, however there's a problem with that. Limited game titles that utilize that. Series X has been out for awhile, they have had plenty of time to get many games optimized for XS. Most of your big titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and GTA 5 should have already been update. I don't want to hear covid as an excuse because that's all it is.

[@Khloechamber]

Does this work with soundbar

[@LazyTechTV]

Yes

[@amitezuthachan5779]

Does this converter affect the audio quality on spdif home theater ?

[@klauss1993]

no. its digital, no conversions. It only extracts the audio from the hdmi. But, if you use the rca output then it will lose quality, because it need to convert the digital audio to analogue.

[@amitezuthachan5779]

@@klauss1993 alright thanks

[@973bambam]

It only pass thru 1080p tho not 4k which is a huge upset

[@LazyTechTV]

There is a 4K version for $200

[@soStrong1000]

When you did the sequence of Xbox-Elgato-Converter-Display Was the converter in 2.0 or Full Pass through?

[@Shawtyy_]

where does the optical cord goes?

[@klauss1993]

to the receiver,

[@WockySlushHaze215]

Im My mom

[@RAY_FILET]

No HDR?? definitely haven't figured it out.

[@LazyTechTV]

There are splitters that support HDR

[@slamshift6927]

(also it def strips HDCP, just sayin)

[@theguitarleader]

I'm really surprised the Xbox Series X doesn't have an Optical out already. Optical now old technology?

[@LazyTechTV]

Phil Spencer head of Xbox said it was one of those sacrifices they had to make and considering most people didn’t use it, it was worth it. Makes sense to me.

[@PLGooner]

Microsoft think that they will sell 100mil series X. Optical output cost about 2$ in factory so 2$ x 100mil. On the other hand they get extra money for licensed bluetooth headsets made by steelseries, razer etc.

[@NNIK0]

Can you plz show how to hook it up plz

[@LazyTechTV]

Was that makeshift diagram not good?

[@NNIK0]

@@LazyTechTV it was but some ppl seeing you actually do it is better for them you

[@NNIK0]

@@LazyTechTV I did this but still not getting sound out my Xbox

[@viciousoldiersvs-legendx1243]

This doesn’t work with steelseries. I am able to get the quality sound but can’t use my mic at all.

[@alflasalle]

same to me, i have no idea how to get the XLR mic on GO XLR back to work....

[@bwalkeri]

My a40s with mixamp sounds terrible. The mix presets don’t work, and I went and bought the adapter and still no difference. I don’t like this.

[@viciousoldiersvs-legendx1243]

@@bwalkeri same bdub I got some steel series 7x wireless. So against wireless but they sound pretty good. Not as good as what I would with an optical cable

[@bigkabuto]

But we miss out on HDR? Damn it.

[@LazyTechTV]

New splitters support HDR

[@pinkywobbles2544]

OK I have a giant question because I have been messing with this for five days… I have this I have the mix amp pro I have the A40’s and I also have an external mic ran to my streaming PC… My problem is I can’t hear random chat. But they can hear me… Now when I go into a party chat it works fine… I need your help a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@djected__]

I have the xbox one X and my girl bought me the series S. Did I just get a downgrade? No disk tray (slave to Microsoft store and game pass also no more Blu ray movies) No hdmi port for cable box/sat (no more entertainment system all in one) 512gb compared to 1tb (need to dish out $220 for ssd memory card)

[@littlenel17]

that thing is a piece of shit. i bought it so i can use my turtle beach headphones with my xbox series x. i have to plug an unplug the hdmi like 14 times before an image even shows up on the screen. i just want to be able to turn on the xbox and the home screen load up on my monitor. but no, i have to fool around with it for half an hour before anything even pops up on the screen. anyone else experience that?

[@LazyTechTV]

That’s really strange. I’ve never had that issue. In fact I’ve had more hdmi issues with my Elgato.

[@asstroh]

"...metal box that is powered via.. Not USB!.. But actual electricity!..." Just left wondering which type of electricity USB cables transfer XD. A wise man once said, "Where do you get your weed?". To which a wiser man responded, "From you, Dante.." :)