USB microphone bar always green in 'Audio Devices'

[lis523]

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 : http://i.imgur.com/pwqhhgb.png

 

[PSCO2007]

Go to Accessories (Start Menu) and open Recorder.

Try a test recording.

Are you getting sound through speakers?

Didn't inadvertently click mute?

 

[lis523]

I am not getting any sound recorded but the speakers work fine.

 

[PSCO2007]

On the properties page, click Configure and do a test.

 

[PSCO2007]

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.

 

[lis523]

Thanks, ill wait a bit more and see if i can solve the problem if not ill return it.