Start by identifying the device that should receive both game audio and your microphone. On consoles, that is often the controller or a console headset port. On a PC, it may be a combined jack, a splitter, or a small USB adapter.
Connect before changing settings
Plug in the headset, then open the device sound menu. Select the headset as both the output and input device. Speak once and watch for the input meter to move before you enter a party.
Set a comfortable baseline
Keep the main volume below the point where voices feel sharp. Test the microphone with a friend or a private recording. If the voice is quiet, move the mic closer before raising every other level.
Save the physical details
Leave enough cable slack to turn your chair or move the controller. A two-minute cable tidy now prevents the sudden tug that ends a good match later.
Save this guide, share it with your squad, and explore the HCG1 setup when you are ready for a simple, wired connection.