#Play sounds through skype how to#
#Play sounds through skype for mac os x#
#Play sounds through skype install#
#Play sounds through skype driver#

Make a short recording testing the mic, play back. This application has had a few issues over time and to be on the safe side I recommend that you use 'Record as: Voice, Lossless (.wav type)' to make sure it's not the app that is the problem. To verify and test sound input, go to mint menu -> Sound & Video -> 'Sound Recorder'. If you can not get the 'input' indicator to work, then it's beyond this tutorial, but trying step 3 won't hurt, and maybe it will work with one of the drivers. Check the dropdown box and see if there is another 'Analog Surround 5.1 Output' most likely with '+ Analog Stereo Input', try that one, and go test the sound input again, sound output as well to be safe. If neither work, go to the hardware tab, as in the above 'output' guide, check the driver, In theory, you should have sound output working first, so will have something like 'Analog Surround 5.1 Output + Digital Stereo (IEC958) input', speakers work, but Microphone doesn't. Talk to the microphone, if the input level indicator shows that it's working, move to step 3 For the 'Connector' choose which microphone you think is correct Microphone 1 or 2.

#Play sounds through skype driver#

In the 'hardware' tab, down the bottom is a dropdown box, select each driver, one at a time and play sound as the 'Test Button' doesn't work so ignore it, use a video or mp3 file as a test, to make sure, play the sound 'fresh' after each change of hardware driver as continuous play may only use the driver it first started playing on.įollowing on from the above 'output' sound issue, go to the 'input' tab, make sure the input volume is at least halfway and that it is Not muted.

#Play sounds through skype install#

If you don’t see your device in the list, make sure it’s connected directly to your computer and follow the instructions that came with the device to install it.Up top is a slide bar, make sure this is at or near Maximum and the 'Mute' is not on. If you have to use separate devices, minimize echoing by lowering your speaker's volume. But to avoid echoing, it's better to use the same device for both. Tip You can select different devices for microphone and speakers under each section. Select Allow stereo audio playback when available to make sure that the best audio quality is available during a meeting. You can also select Unmute when my phone rings, which will automatically unmute your speakers when you receive a Skype for Business call.

Under Secondary Ringer, select Also ring, and then select an additional device. If you have more than one audio device, you can choose to set both to ring when you get a call.

#Play sounds through skype for mac os x#

Note that this option may not be available for your account or for Mac OS X and mobile users. Drag the slider next to Microphone to adjust the mic volume.Ĭlick the green arrow button next to Ringer to hear a sample ring when you get a call, and drag the slider to adjust the ringer volume.Ĭlick Check Call Quality and follow the prompts to record a short message and play it back. The volume is optimal when the progress bar reaches the middle of the test area. To test your mic volume, speak for a few seconds. In the Skype for Business main window, go to Tools > Options > Audio Device, and then choose the device you want.Ĭlick the green arrow next to Speaker to hear a sample tone, and drag the slider if you need to adjust the volume. For the best audio quality during a Skype for Business meeting or call, use a Certified for Skype for Business audio device.

#Play sounds through skype how to#

Learn how to set up and use your computer’s built-in mic and speakers, or a headset, or another device for Skype for Business audio. On this page, you can learn how to adjust the volume, check the call quality, or add an additional ringer using your headset, microphone, and / or your device's speakers in Skype for Business.