Xbox 360 Peripherals Fact
Sheet
May 2005
Developed
by the creators of the Xbox® video game system, Microsoft® Corporation's new
line of Xbox 360™ system peripherals extend your digital entertainment
experience on Xbox 360.
Faces
Unlike any console
before, Xbox 360 puts gamers at the center and gives you the freedom to
personalize your gaming experience however you see fit. Xbox 360 Faces make it
easy and fun to change the face of your console. Change your Faces whenever you
like to match your personality, your mood, or your wild side. So flip it,
switch it, or leave it be, and express your unique sense of style.
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Interchangeable faceplates allow you to express yourself and create a
one-of-a-kind system.
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Find cool, customizable, cutting-edge designs that are fun to change.
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Faces are highly versatile, with multiple designs to choose from.
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Faces are designed for easy switching.
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Maintain full functionality of your system, regardless of which Face
you choose.
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Pick up copies of the collectable limited-edition Faces.
Memory Unit
Further enhancing the
gaming experience, Xbox 360 Memory Units allow you to save your in-game
achievements and unique gamer profiles. The Memory Units are easily portable
and enable quick and easy access to previously established benchmarks, putting
you in control of your games and your lifestyle. You can save your games, your
Xbox Live™ profile, and more with Xbox 360 Memory
Units.
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Transport your Memory Unit in the portable carrying case
that fits on your keychain.
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The Memory Unit (64 MB) requires no setup. Just plug it
in, and you can save your favorite games.
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Xbox 360 holds up to two Memory Units, so you can easily
upgrade to more storage space.
Xbox 360 Universal
Media Remote
The Xbox 360 Universal
Media Remote was engineered to serve as your integrated control center for the
entire Xbox 360 experience. Enter a new world of digital entertainment with the
touch of a single button. Play DVD movies and music, plus control your TV and
your Media Center PC with one controller. The centralized, glowing Xbox Guide
Button gives you quick access to your digital movies, music, and games library,
and backlit buttons make the keypad easy to see in a darkened home theater. So
kick back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
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Power your Xbox 360 system on or off without leaving the couch.
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The Xbox Guide Button allows for easy navigation of the Xbox Gamer
Guide.
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The Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote includes control buttons for your
music, pictures, and more.
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The Xbox 360 supports progressive-scan for DVD playback functionality,
including a control for opening and closing the tray.
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The remote supports universal TV and console functionality, including
volume and mute buttons and up-and-down channel changing.
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Windows® XP Media Center Edition Button and Media Center Edition
functionality are featured.
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A, B, X, and Y buttons are included for basic control of your Xbox 360
system, even without a controller.
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Numbered and backlight keypad gives you full functionality, even in
the dark.
Peripherals
Designed Specifically for Xbox Live
Xbox Live Camera
The Xbox Live
Camera for Xbox 360 opens up a new world of gaming and entertainment on Xbox Live, the world’s premier online video games service. With
the Xbox Live Camera, video chat and video messaging
with your friends becomes more than just a feature set; it is an integrated
part of the Xbox Live experience. Connect and communicate
while playing the same or different games, watching movies, listening to music,
and more.
The
Xbox Live Camera also takes
personalization to a whole new level and allows you to customize your gaming
experience by putting your face on characters in your games, all while being
able to video chat with your friends as you play online. And with
next-generation online motion-detection-enabled games, the Xbox Live Camera puts you entirely in the game and in control of
the on-screen characters over Xbox Live.
● High-end online camera supports up to VGA 640x480
video at 30 frames per second and takes 1.3-megapixel still photos.
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The camera includes a microphone that connects to the controller, so
everyone in the room can chat online with their friends.
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The camera supports built-in video chat and video messaging on Xbox Live.
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Your face can be imported into games and can also be placed next to
your name on leader boards for even more recognition or fame.
· Chat with your friends
while you play online in Xbox 360 games as well as in the Xbox Live Arcade.
Xbox 360 Headset
The Xbox 360 Headset
heightens the experience of the unprecedented online gaming community, Xbox Live, allowing you to strategize with teammates, trash-talk
opponents or just chat with friends while playing your favorite games. You can
record and leave short voice messages for friends or family through the free
Xbox Live Message Service or connect with buddies
online using the headset in place of the phone. Turn it up or turn it down, and
experience the most intense gaming experience possible.
● Boom
microphone can be adjusted for optimal sound quality.
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In-line volume control and mute
switch let users adjust the headset volume or switch mute on and off easily.
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Noise-canceling microphone improves game
response to voice commands, and provides crisp and clear voice communication.
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Lightweight, over-the-head design enables comfortable use.
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The headset plugs directly into either the
Xbox 360 Controller or Xbox Wireless Controller for easy use.
Xbox 360 Wireless
Network Adapter
Designed
for versatility and ease, the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter enhances your
Xbox 360 experience in the digital home, seamlessly synchronizing with the Xbox
360 system. You can easily transfer videos and music to your Xbox 360 system
from your Media Center PC, chat with your friends, play games via Xbox Live, and more—all without the clutter of wires.
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The Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter is highly versatile
and supports 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11a.
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The Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter
is powered seamlessly by your Xbox 360 gaming console, so there's no external
power adapter to plug in.
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You can transfer high-definition video and
CD-quality music from your Media Center PC to your Xbox 360 via 802.11a
wireless media support.
Xbox 360
Wireless Controller
High-performance
wireless gaming is here! Using optimized technology, the Xbox 360 Wireless
Controller lets you enjoy a 30-foot range and up to 40 hours of life on two AA
batteries—and when they run low, you're given ample warning so you can connect
a Play & Charge cable for uninterrupted play. Plug the Xbox 360 Headset
into the controller for full duplex voice communication: a wireless first. With
quick access to Xbox 360 features including DVDs, music, pictures, and more,
along with the ability to support four wireless controllers simultaneously,
gamers can experience wireless freedom, precision, high quality, and
performance for endless gameplay.
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It's cordless—no cables to plug in—with a 30-foot wireless
range.
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The controller features integrated 2.4GHz high-performance
wireless technology.
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New and improved ergonomic design enables maximum comfort
and endless gameplay.
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New left and right shoulder buttons are designed for ease
of use.
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Six analog buttons have 256 levels of sensitivity.
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Two analog pressure-point triggers, two vibration feedback
motors, and one eight-way directional pad are included.
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Experience an unprecedented level of Rumble Control. Set
the Rumble Control to Full, Medium, Low, or Off to match your personal
preference.
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The Xbox Guide Button at the center of the controller
gives you quick access to all your favorite Xbox 360 system activities, such as
watching movies, listening to music, contacting friends on Xbox Live, and customizing your gaming experiences. Easily jump
to the Xbox Gamer Guide or Xbox Live Marketplace.
Xbox 360
Controller
Based on the acclaimed design of the
Xbox Controller S, the Xbox 360 Controller features an extended nine-foot cable
and an improved ergonomic design. The centralized, glowing Xbox Guide Button
grants you quick access to your digital movie, music, and games libraries. The
ultimate in gamer flexibility, precision, control, quality, and comfort are all
yours.
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New and improved ergonomic design enables maximum comfort
and endless gameplay.
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New left and right shoulder buttons are designed for ease
of use.
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Six analog buttons have 256 levels of sensitivity.
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Two analog pressure-point triggers, two vibration feedback
motors, and one eight-way directional pad are included.
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The controller includes a nine-foot (nearly three-meter)
break-away controller cable.
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Experience an unprecedented level of Rumble Control. Set
the Rumble Control to Full, Medium, Low, or Off to match your personal
preference.
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A port for your Xbox 360 Headset is included.
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The Xbox Guide Button at the center of the controller
gives you quick access to all your favorite Xbox 360 system activities, such as
watching movies, listening to music, contacting friends on Xbox Live, and customizing your gaming experiences. Easily jump
to the Xbox Gamer Guide or Xbox Live Marketplace.
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Note: Some peripherals
sold separately.
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