Can I split a multiplayer game across multiple TVs with a single Xbox?
2.13 What type of optical audio cable should I buy? (Last updated: 10/02/2002) Back to top Buy the cheapest optical cable you can find. Since the cable will be carrying digital data, you don’t need fancy connectors or extra shielding. Either the cable will work or it wont, and the odds are that even the cheapest cable will work fine. Note: If you have a Monster A/V kit, you will be required to use the proprietary (and expensive) Monster optical cable. See also: 2.15 Are Monster cables better than Microsoft cables? 3.25 What digital audio formats are supported by the Xbox? 2.14 What type of component video cable should I buy? (Last updated: 02/17/2002) Back to top First of all, give the Microsoft cables a try. You might find that they provide an excellent signal, especially on a modest non-HDTV-compatible set. If you want to upgrade, I suggest you shell out for a professional set of cables from a vendor like bettercables.com or avcable.com. They don’t cost too much more than Monster cab