Microphone not working in Skype: possible causes and their elimination

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"Skype" program, which many still use. It is the most popular file sharing, messenger and tool for video calls. But the last couple of years she started to take the position, as was previously used by gamers to coordinate, and now it was replaced by Discord, which for the players was the most convenient.

Many refused "Skype" not only because he had some disruptions with communication and the problem of disconnect. There are other problems. For example, often does not work the microphone "Skype". What to do in this case?

The problem

Not everyone can understand why is not working the microphone in the "Skype". The reasons for such failure may be a large number. Therefore, for this failure, it is important to look closely at the headset, computer, drivers, settings, and the program itself.

The Reason may be hiding in a non-working microphone. Probably happened the software failure and the computer stopped working with the headset. There is also the chance that came off the driver or have lost the settings. Perhaps, he “Skype" downloaded the update with errors.

Headset

Why doesn't the microphone in the "Skype"? Few people think, but a logical reason is the problem with the headset. Unfortunately, many users are faced with the fact that buying in the store headphones and MIC, got a nonworking or defective device.

high Quality headset

By the Way, after buying the headset, it is better to bring it home and check working or not working, microphone in "Skype". This program is a kind of “litmus test” on the serviceability of the devices.

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Validation

But how to understand that the problem is in the microphone, not the software? If "Skype" refused to work with a headset, you can make sure it is working correctly in the system:

  • To do this, go to “start”.
  • Here, choose “control Panel” and find the “Sound”.
  • You will see a small dialog box in which the top should go to the tab “Record”. Then show all of the microphones, if there are several. Usually this happens in laptops. Specified the device which is directly in the laptop, and can be displayed connected third-party devices.
  • Try to knock or talk off-MIC. If you notice that a new window is activated strip that reacts to the voice volume, so the device is working properly.
sound Check

How well you hear, you can check this:

  1. Click on the name of the new microphone PCM and select “Properties”.
  2. Next you need to click on the tab “Listen” and select “listen to this device”.
  3. Don't forget to click ‘Apply”.
  4. After this, you can talk into the microphone. In your computer speakers you will hear your voice if the device is working properly.

Usage

If you know how to set the microphone to "Skype", and that your computer works with a headset, and that absolutely perfect, then you need to look at the settings of the program:

  • Run "Skype".
  • Top of the dialog box you will find the tab “Tools”, which has the user's settings.
  • A new window will Open. On the left lists the sections that you can configure the program. Here are the General settings that allow you to configure startup programs, enable status, and edit user information.
  • Before you set the microphone to "Skype", click on the tab "sound settings". Here you can adjust the microphone, speakers and ringer. If the device is compatible with this program, you will immediately notice how under “Microphone” activates the green bar with volume scale.
set up a microphone
  • When it remains gray, try to talk, and if you saw what happened barely noticeable shift, then you need to put a checkmark next to the option that will automatically set up the microphone. In this case, the volume level of the device will change automatically and accordingly you will be heard better.
  • If this option too does not help, try to change the device microphone. Next to the line “Microphone” there is a window where you can click on the arrow. If your computer is connected to multiple devices, they can be all to choose from. In this case, try to select each and tap on the microphone. One of them is the green bar starts to react actively to fluctuate.
  • Microphone does not work in "Skype" then you can try to check and headphones. Next to the line “Dynamics” also there is a window, followed by player icon. Click on it. If you hear sound, then to them everything is fine and the problem is really only in the microphone.

Drivers

It Happens that "Skype" does not see the microphone. In this case, you need to understand, and does the headset computer. If the answer is no, then you need to check the driver. In General, the lack of drivers or an incompatibility is the case of the extremelyrare, as manufacturers try to adapt their devices under any system. But the check will not take much time to verify proper operation of the microphone will not be superfluous.

  1. Open “My computer” window, click RMB on an open area of the window and select “Properties”.
  2. On the Left select "device Manager”. Dialog box opens, which lists all the components connected to the PC.
  3. Find the section “Sound, video and game controllers". This opens a list in which, you may notice one of the devices that have next to their name icon yellow triangle with exclamation mark. Click on it RMB and click “Update driver”.
  4. You Can also try to disable the device and re-enabled.
device Manager

Service

You Can test the microphone in "Skype". Alternatively, you can call your friend and talk to him. If he hears you well, then no additional configuration to do. If there are some problems, you will have to test the microphone for proper operation.

If there is no opportunity to call a friend, use a help service for customers "Skype". This is the only contact that is installed immediately upon downloading the program.

Find the Echo / Sound Test Service, and press call. You will speak to an answering machine. He will ask you after the beep to say a few words. If all is well, then after the second beep, you will hear your voice. As often check the noise and creaking of the microphone.

Service "Skype"

Other problems

You May think that the microphone does not work in "Skype" just because you can't hear. In fact, you should immediately check the plugs and the connectors. Very often inexperienced users confuse inputs microphone and speaker, so it seems that the headset is off.

Also, check the buttons on the microphone. You may need to rotate a lever, which is responsible for the activation of the vote.

Also need to check the gain of the microphone:

  • Return to the dialog box “Sound”, as was described above.
  • Go to menu “audio device Control" next to “Record” and click RMB on the microphone.
  • Selecting “Properties”, you need to click on the tab “Levels” and go to settings “Gain”.

Maybe you just can't hear, and you believe that the problem is in the microphone. Try in this window, drag the slider to the maximum value. The same can be done in settings "Skype", unchecking automatic adjustment of the microphone.


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