This feature is new, with the May 2021 update. I noticed this new option when I was in my Xbox One S' audio settings for other reasons. Xbox owners have been asking for this for years, haven't we? Xbox Audio Passthrough | Xbox Support May Xbox Update Includes Quick Resume Improvements...

Both Dolby and DTS say their surround headphone systems work best with movie discs encoded in their corresponding "communal surround" systems. So what do you do if the box has prominent Dolby and the movie was originally recorded in Dolby, yet the details about the disc say the audio is in...

XBOX ONE S - OneGuide issue OneGuide issue (XBOX ONE S) I will try and watch live TV on my Xbox and sometimes I will get a REALLY loud static noise. It happens randomly, and sometimes the only way to fix it is to mute, and unmute the sound, other times it fixes itself after a short...

Hey guys, as someone who is purchasing the next gen series of consoles, one topic that always seems to cause a little bit of stir is VRR and LFC. There seems to be 2 different implementations of VRR that Xbox supports, which is HDMI Forum VRR and Freesync. The Xbox One/Series supports Freesync...

My AVR is a 9.2-channel AVR and I am considering upgrading my 7.1 system to either 5.1.4 or to 7.1.2. I know that most people recommend 5.1.4 over 7.1.2, but I'd like to ask for opinions on which of those two is better for games. On my home theater system I do more than play games, but I'd like...

I'm currently an Xbox One gamer but I need to buy a new PC and I'm evaluating switching to PC gaming. The issue is how to voice chat while multiplayer gaming on my home theater system. I have a Kinect for Xbox One, and I've used it for voice chat during multiplayer Xbox gaming: the other people...

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is now available on-demand and soon to ship on Blu-ray. While movies are a great way to enjoy the Star Wars universe, so are video games. There is certainly no shortage of Star Wars themed games to choose from, especially if you include legacy titles. In this...

Having a good TV to game on is the difference between appreciating all the work that went into the game and having only a vague idea. It might also be the difference between a win and a loss online. If you’re looking for a new TV to game on, check out our list. We are committed to finding...

Does an Xbox One process Dolby Digital and DTS audio streams from streaming services? How do Dolby Atmos and DTS:X work on Xbox One? What are the pros and cons of how they are implemented? I have an Xbox One S, an Onkyo TX-NR787 A/V receiver, and a 5.0 speaker setup. I don't yet own a...

Hi Team I'm wondering if anyone had any insight they could share on the performance of two particular streaming apps (UK All4 and BBC iPlayer) Upon research, most of what i've found written about these particular UK TV streaming apps is that they are generally buggy and not all that great. My...

Hope someone can provide guidance on setting up Xbox One and Cable box to basement projector. Had projector setup via Component through receiver to play old Xbox 360 but now have Xbox One so only HDMI connection available (worked fine). For some reason my projector is not picking up signal with...

Hello I bought the switcher: https://www.jtechdigital.com/j-tech-digital-4k-60hz-4x4-hdmi-matrix-4x4-yuv4-4-4-18gbps-supports-hdmi-2-0-hdcp-2-2-1-4-hdr-edid-ir-remote-control-rs232-control-web-gui-control-and-spdif-audio-output.html The problem is with xbox detects 4k but in display settings...

The Coldwater Creek Cinema is yet another testament to DIY. Owner Jeremy built nearly the entire room himself—with lots of online help from other AVS Forum members. Jeremy Schneider (hd0823) loved going to the movies as a kid, a feeling that followed him into adulthood. "When I got old enough...

The latest Xbox One system update is rolling out to Xbox Insiders. Of particular interest is the addition of Dolby Vision streaming. According to this post on Microsoft's Xbox Wire blog , the latest system update for the Xbox One S and One X is starting to roll out for Xbox Insiders to...

Forza is a staple Microsoft franchise that's been around since 2005. The newest iteration of the racing video game typically serves as a tech demo when Microsoft shows off new hardware. Forza Motorsport 7 is no exception. With the launch of the Xbox One X, Forza has been used widely in...

I've pondered where to ask this question for quite some time now. It's something that's troubled me for years, and i still don't know the answer, and can't find any decent source online that'll explain it to me. Like a lot of people, i use my games console (Xbox One) to handle all my TV needs...

Hello A few days ago i was playing a new shooter game and i realised that my audio is delayed. That was the moment i went full crazy. No matter what i tried i couldn't eliminate the delay issue. So here is my setup: Sony BDV-N890W 5.1 Theater LG 55UH615V 4KHDR TV Xbox One Normally i connect...

Whether you have a projection-based home theater or a rig built around a flat-panel TV, it's a thrill to play video games on a highly capable AV system. With 4K and HDR now in the mix, and with many games offering sophisticated surround-sound mixes as well as high frame rates, I got to wondering...

Here is my goal, i'd love to bitstream content so i can see the pretty logo on my avr but i don't think i'm able to and achieve the results i'm looking for. Besides games i utilize plex very frequently. For some reason on the the xbox if you want to bitstream you need to choose betwen dolby...

Hello all I'm struggling to find best setup for these devices: Xbox One (not S) Sony 5.1 Home Theatre LG 55UH615V 4K Digital Receiver Apple TV Currently all of my devices including xbox one is connected to the home theatre and home theatre is connected to the TV (hdmi1), digital receiver is...