Just a note- I post under the name of 'labtec' on other sites, so don't be surprised to see similar...
Just a note- I post under the name of 'labtec' on other sites, so don't be surprised to see similar or identical reviews appearing.
Member since:03.02.2008
Reviews:7
There is a reason this cable is more expensive than other brands, and is out of stock often; it is quite simply a superior product. This official Microsoft cable won't cause loss of true colours and will produce a brilliant picture on an LCD/CRT PC monitor or an HDTV. Third Party versions of this cable are prone to interference from lights, PC's, the Xbox itself etc., colour loss and loss of quality. They are completely unshielded from these kinds of interference, and are comparable to the array of iPod docking stations with 'tinny' speakers and a poorly constructed plastic feel. Microsoft have produced a high quality product here, and this justifies the extra few pounds.
But onto the product's features. Why use a VGA cable you may ask? The VGA interface will allow you to output a high definition video signal to a TV with a VGA input, or most commonly, a PC monitor. And don't be thinking that your monitor isn't HD. Whether your monitor is CRT or LCD, as long as the resolution exceeds 720 vertical lines, it will support HD video. Most people will have a 1024x768 resolution as a bare minimum, so compatibility shouldn't be an issue. Do make sure that there exists an input on the monitor though.. older screens only have an output cable, in which case an adapter is needed (a couple of quid). After seeing the results of upgrading to HD, you will wonder why you ever even considered playing the 360 on a standard TV. On a standard definition TV, you'd think you were playing a PS2, but with HD you'll see what I mean. Microsoft kindly include a dual RCA to 3.5mm stereo adapter for attaching the audio output on the cable to your PC speakers (if they have an input, if not, you could route it through your microphone/line-in on your PC to your speakers)
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Feb 3rd, 2008
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