Troubleshooting Tip for Xbox 360 wireless controller adapter for the PC
34Troubleshooting Tip for Xbox 360 wireless controller adapter for the PC
I was having trouble with my xbox 360 controller for windows and here is how i fixed it.
The xbox 360 wireless adapter for pc xbox 360 . This is a how to tutorial or guide in trouble shooting many problems with the device that wont connect or be reconized by the computer. These help tricks will hopefully resolve the issue and driver conflicts.
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Wireless Gaming Receiver
Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
The Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
Manufacturer Microsoft
Generation Seventh generation era
Retail availability February 16, 2007
Connectivity USB, Proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless technology
While PS3 and Wii wireless controllers use Bluetooth for connectivity (and can be used with Bluetooth-equipped computers with appropriate software), Xbox 360 wireless accessories communicate over a proprietary 2.4 GHz protocol. In order to accommodate this, Microsoft released the Wireless Gaming Receiver (sold as "Crossfire Wireless Gaming Receiver" in the UK), which allows wireless Xbox 360 accessories to be used on a Windows-based PC.] Most Xbox 360 wireless accessories are supported, including standard controllers, racing wheels (without force-feedback), headsets and guitar controllers. The adapter was first revealed at E3 2006 and released on February 16, 2007.
The device acts in a similar manner to an Xbox 360, allowing up to 4 controllers and 4 headsets at a time to be connected to the receiver. The device has a 30 foot (10 meter) range and a six foot (2 meter) USB cable.[4] It is specifically designed to work with games bearing the "Games for Windows" logo, but will function with most games that permit a standard PC gamepad. The official Xbox website noted that the adapter will work with "all future wireless devices".[5] However, it is worth noting that the racing wheel does not currently have force feedback support.
One of the issues with using wireless controllers is that there is no way to turn the controllers off unless you remove the battery of the controller. Also an issue that has arisen from this product is the amount of power in which the receiver draws. There have been many reports[citation needed] that the receiver will work for days, weeks, or couple of months then fail to "receive" the signal from the Xbox 360 controller. This issue has been solved in a number of ways by end users depending on where the damage from the excess power has manifested itself—in some cases simply purchasing a powered hub (which typically can provide a higher current than a PC port) will fix the issues while in others it may be necessary to work around a blown internal fuse.
In the US, Microsoft has stopped producing the stand-alone receiver and it is increasingly difficult to find in stores or online. The "Wireless Controller for Windows" bundle includes the receiver for a higher price, but is still available through retailers like Amazon.
The Microsoft LifeChat ZX-6000 wireless headset for PC includes a black version of the receiver which works with Xbox 360 wireless accessories
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