Confirming Microphone & Audio Settings on a PC

Modified on Mon, 8 Sep at 9:27 AM

Ensure the wired headset is connected to the computer via a USB or headphone port. Please see the Technical Requirements for information on acceptable headsets. 


Audio Settings

  • Click on the Windows icon (start button) to open the start menu. 
  • Type ‘Sound settings’ into the start menu. 
  • Then click to open the sounds settings. 


  • Look at the ‘Output’ tab and ensure the headset you are using is listed and selected




Microphone Settings

  • Now look at the ‘Input’ tab and ensure the microphone you are using is listed and selected.

 

  • Speak out loud and check that the ‘test your microphone’ bar is moving as you speak. If you can see a blue line moving back and forth as you speak, your microphone is detecting the sound.

 

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