ACTIVISION 87423

ACTIVISION Guitar Hero Live Xbox One Guitar Bundle Instruction Manual

Model: 87423

Introduction

This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your ACTIVISION Guitar Hero Live Xbox One Guitar Bundle. Please read these instructions carefully to ensure optimal performance and enjoyment of your product.

Guitar Hero Live Xbox One Guitar Bundle game box

Image: The retail packaging for the Guitar Hero Live Xbox One Guitar Bundle, featuring the game logo and a silhouette of a guitarist on stage.

Video: An official trailer for Guitar Hero Live, providing a general overview of the game's features and gameplay.

What's in the Box

Your Guitar Hero Live Xbox One Guitar Bundle includes the following components:

Setup

1. Installing Batteries in the Guitar Controller

  1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the wireless guitar controller.
  2. Open the battery compartment cover.
  3. Insert two (2) AA batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
  4. Close the battery compartment cover securely.

2. Connecting the Guitar Controller to your Xbox One

  1. Insert the USB dongle into an available USB port on your Xbox One console.
  2. Turn on your Xbox One console.
  3. Press the power button on the guitar controller to turn it on.
  4. The controller should automatically pair with the USB dongle. A solid light on both the dongle and the controller indicates a successful connection. If not, refer to the Troubleshooting section.

Operating Instructions

Guitar Hero Live offers two primary game modes: GH Live and GHTV.

GH Live Mode

Experience the thrill of performing live on stage with a first-person perspective. Real crowds react dynamically to your performance, providing an immersive experience. Your bandmates will also provide feedback based on your playing.

First-person view of Guitar Hero Live gameplay showing notes on a guitar fretboard overlayed on a live concert crowd.

Image: Gameplay screenshot from GH Live mode, showing the note highway over a cheering live audience.

GHTV Mode

GHTV is the world's first playable music video network. It provides access to hundreds of music videos, all playable at any time. The library is continually updated, offering a wide variety of genres including rock, punk, country, and the latest hits. You can choose a channel to play along to curated music video programs or select specific songs from the song catalog.

Complete challenges to level up, unlock songs on demand, and access premium content such as live concerts and special releases.

Video: An official trailer for Guitar Hero Live, showcasing both GH Live and GHTV modes, including gameplay footage and features.

Vocal Support

For an enhanced social experience, vocalists can join in by connecting a USB microphone to the Xbox One. Lyrics will appear on a dedicated highway at the top of the screen, allowing singers to accompany the guitarist.

Multiplayer

Engage in head-to-head competitions in your living room by connecting a second guitar controller, or compete with friends online. The game supports multiple players for a shared musical experience.

Group of friends playing Guitar Hero Live, one singing, one playing guitar, others watching.

Image: A group of friends enjoying Guitar Hero Live in a living room, with one person singing into a microphone and another playing the guitar controller.

Two players actively engaged in Guitar Hero Live with guitar controllers, while a third person watches.

Image: Two players intensely playing Guitar Hero Live with their guitar controllers, demonstrating the multiplayer aspect of the game.

Guitar Controller Features

The redesigned guitar controller offers an intuitive and challenging gameplay experience:

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

ProblemSolution
Guitar controller not connecting/pairing.
  • Ensure the USB dongle is securely plugged into an Xbox One USB port.
  • Verify the guitar controller has fresh batteries and is powered on.
  • Try plugging the USB dongle into a different USB port on the console.
  • Restart your Xbox One console and attempt to pair again.
Notes are not registering correctly (e.g., double strums, missed notes).
  • Check for any physical obstructions on the strum bar or fret buttons.
  • Ensure the guitar controller is within range of the USB dongle and there are no major interferences.
  • Calibrate the game's audio and video settings to match your display and sound system. This can often be found in the game's options menu.
  • If issues persist, try replacing the batteries in the controller.
Game performance issues (lag, freezing).
  • Ensure your Xbox One system software is up to date.
  • Close any other applications or games running in the background on your console.
  • Verify your internet connection is stable for GHTV mode.

Specifications

FeatureDetail
Product TitleGuitar Hero Live - Xbox One Xbox One Guitar Bundle
BrandACTIVISION
Model Number87423
Compatible ConsoleMicrosoft Xbox One, Microsoft Xbox One S, Microsoft Xbox One X
Controller TypeWireless Guitar Controller
Battery Requirement2 AA batteries
Product Dimensions22.3 x 13.5 x 2.6 inches
Item Weight7 ounces
Release DateOctober 20, 2015
LanguageEnglish
ESRB RatingTeen

Warranty and Support

For warranty information, technical support, or further assistance, please refer to the official ACTIVISION website or contact their customer support directly. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty claims.

Online play or features may be modified or discontinued at ACTIVISION's discretion without notice. GHTV requires a broadband internet connection.

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