How to connect passive speakers to xbox one?

[lukitg]

I have an old pair of audioengine A5 powered speakers which I am converting to passive because the internal amp blew out. Once I convert them to passive I wish to connect them to my xbox one and I am trying to figure out the best way to do this. I was thinking connecting via the optical cable, however I am unsure of how to power the speakers. I would like to avoid getting an expensive receiver and just need something to power these two desktop speakers and connect them to the optical port. I am new to all of this so any help would be greatly appreciated. Here is a link to the speakers I have (pre converted to passive). https/www.cnet.com/products/audioengine-5/specs/

Thanks!

 

[americanaudiophile]

You will need something like this if you want to use optical audio as your input
https/www.parts-express.com/smsl-q5-pro-stereo-amplifier-usb-optical-coaxial-dac-with-subwoofer-output-2x40w--230-210?utm_source=Retail&utm_medium=Email_Newsletter&utm_content=230-210&utm_campaign=email123115
or get any pre HDMI av receiver that has digital input. Should be used ones out there for not a lot.