The Component HD AV Cable from Microsoft® connects your Xbox^® 360^™ console to your HDTV for high-definition graphics. Play high quality audio with the included Stereo connection or utilize the Optical Audio port for digital sound. The 8’ shielded cable also includes the traditional Composite connections for use with standard definition TVs. It facilitates high-definition gaming output of 720p or 1080i and Progressive-scan DVD playback in 480p. The Component HD AV Cable also provides Dolby^® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound output and Component (Y, Pr, Pb) high-definition video output.