Connect an Xbox Wireless Headset

1. Be sure that both the headset and console are powered on.
2. Press and hold the green power button on the headset (located on the back of the left earcup) for 4 seconds.
3. Press the Pair button  on your console (the same button you use to pair a wireless controller with your console).

Why won’t my wireless headphones connect to my Xbox?

Reset your headset Hold down the headset’s power button and the mute button simultaneously (both buttons are located on the left earcup), and then quickly plug the USB-C cable into your console, PC, or outlet. If the hard reset is successful, the headset should power off. Turn the headset back on.

How do you connect wireless headphones to Xbox One without adapter?

If Your Headset Doesn’t Have a Wireless Adapter

1. In some cases, the headset comes with a base station that connects to the console and relays the wireless information.
2. For other headsets, press the sync button on the left side (Xbox One) or lower-right corner (Xbox One S and Xbox One X).

Why is my Xbox not recognizing my headset?

Make sure the headset is firmly plugged into the controller. If the headset isn’t plugged in all the way or isn’t seated properly, it won’t make a good enough connection, and the controller won’t recognize it. Unplug it, then plug it back in. Make sure the headset isn’t muted.

Can you use wireless headphones on Xbox One?

Like Bluetooth, Xbox Wireless allows connecting headphones to Xbox One without the use of pesky cables. But, unlike Bluetooth, which uses the 2.4GHz Radio Frequency, Xbox Wireless uses a higher RF. This results in reduced latency and improved audio experience when using the headphones.

Can you use AirPods on Xbox?

Why AirPods don’t work with Xbox But the newest Xbox consoles still lack Bluetooth support, excluding many existing earbuds and headphones, including AirPods. AirPods don’t work with Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S consoles with compatibility eradicated by their different wireless technologies.

How do I turn on Bluetooth on Xbox One?

Go to Apps > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth.

Why can I hear through my headset but not talk?

Make sure the headset is not muted. To do this, check the mute button on the headset controls. (For a headset, the mute button is on the left side of the connector that is plugged into the expansion port of the controller.

Where is the headset settings on Xbox One?

To change headset audio settings:

1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide and select Profile & system > Settings > General > Volume & audio output.
2. Under Headset audio, choose one of the options in the Headset format dropdown menu.

How do you connect wireless earbuds?

Tap the headphones listed. On an Android device, pull down the shade from the top of the phone and long-press the Bluetooth icon. It’ll bring you right to the Bluetooth menu where you can turn it on and then search for devices. Tap the name of the headphones you’re trying to pair.