How to Talk to Friends With a Headset on Xbox

The Xbox 360 is a high-definition video-game system that allows the user to download HD content using its matchmaking- and content-distribution service, Xbox Live. Using Xbox Live, users can connect with friends anywhere in a private chat room that they control. There is no limit to how long you can use it and it is free. Even those with only a silver Xbox Live account can use the voice-chat options.

Things You'll Need

• Xbox Live Silver Account or higher
• Xbox headset

Instructions

1. Turn on your Xbox 360. Remove any disc that may be inside. This will place you on the Xbox dashboard.

2. Log in to Xbox Live. You can start a private voice chat even if you only have a free silver subscription to Xbox Live.

3. Connect the headset into the headset port located underneath the controller. Look at the volume-control mechanism on the headset to verify that the headset is not muted. You can also use this to adjust the volume.

4. Press the "Guide" button on the Xbox controller. Select "Chat & IM." Select and name the chat channel.

5. Invite those on your friends list or manually enter the gamer tag of the person you want to invite to a private chat. Press "Send."

References

• Microsoft: Additional information on the headset and setting up voice chat