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"No speakers or headphones are plugged in" Win7 ult. x64 HDMI>AVR>LCD
Hello Everyone,
I have been a lurker for a while but have now created an account to ask for help since searching has been not helpful thus far.
My PC:
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The problem:
The problem I am having is that for some reason my speaker icon (in the lower right) has a red X and when hovering over it I am told "no speakers or headphones are plugged in."
When it happens/ Causes?:
Usually my HTPC is left on 24/7 and only the AVR and TV are turned off. This problem happens more often than not when I turn my AVR and TV back on (keep in mind this is after it worked fine before powering down my TV and AVR). This also happens sometimes when I turn on or wake up my HTPC if I actually do shut it off or put it to sleep.
What I have tried:
I have tried to update all drivers. Tried reverting back to old (original drivers). Pulling out my hair and saying bad words ;-)
Other thoughts:
I have heard that this may be a problem with EDID /copyright protection(not sure exactly what that is) and a "handshake" issue with Windows not realizing my TV/AVR are turned back on.
Either way I am baffled and willing to try anything.
Does anyone have any ideas or knowledge about this? I would really apreciate any help/ advice/ ideas.
Thank you!