Hi, I have recently bought a cheap USB headset (OVLENG Q2) and even though the sound works fine the microphone dosent seem to work.
When I go to Audio Manager > Audio Devices > Recording the bars at the side of the microphone are always green.
Image of the problem : https://i.imgur.com/pwqhhgb.png
Go to Accessories (Start Menu) and open Recorder.
Try a test recording.
Are you getting sound through speakers?
Didn't inadvertently click mute?
I am not getting any sound recorded but the speakers work fine.
On the properties page, click Configure and do a test.
If you've tried everything and the mike still doesn't work, I'd return it.
This is the one I have and never had a problem.
Amazon.com: Plantronics .Audio 478 Stereo USB Headset: Electronics
I only use it for Google Talk for phone calls, but it is crystal clear.
Thanks, ill wait a bit more and see if i can solve the problem if not ill return it.
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