error code: 88780078

MNOMNO · 30th December 2003, 12:58

Bad direct sound driver Please instal propper drivers or select an other device
error code: 88780078

i get this when i open a soundfile on windows 2000 server in a terminal session, using remote desktop connection.

(ALL STANDARD SHIT)

looks like a windows problem

but is there a workaround

all i want is that winamp plays the file on my old jukebox P333 that sits next to the stereo. :-)

EFF_HaRt · 1st March 2004, 04:36

i get the same issue only i am runnin a remote connection to a windows 2003 server.

Jayaballard · 1st March 2004, 05:41

I have just had the same problem, just installed some windows updates, and kapow...no more winamp.

any ideas?

Jayaballard · 1st March 2004, 05:46

Ok fixed it..

1. ctrl+P
2. Go to output
3. Doubleclick on direct sound output
4. Go to device and check that it is using your soundcard.

Fixed it for me.

-JB

danlynn · 19th April 2006, 07:06

In response to the first poster. I'm having the same problems with my 2000 Adv. Server computer (a P3 500). I'm starting to think it's just to old to find the proper support for it anymore.

Sigh - Rose · 8th May 2006, 16:49

i think i need to update my drivers because i get this same error message when i try playing .mp3 format. can anyone tell me how to fix this issue?! im running tiny xp reversion 4...

blackcat2 · 14th May 2006, 00:46

I am having this issue as well. Rebooting fixes it but I am not sure why that is. I never had this problem before upgrading.

I would like to resolve though as rebooting isn't always convenient...

Heidi

JonnyMac · 14th May 2006, 00:54

1. Winamp > Ctrl+P (for preferences)
2. Plug-ins > Output
3. double click 'DirectSound output'
4. Driver tab
5. make sure the device in the drop-down list correctly reflects your soundcard

Basically the same thing that Jayaballard mentioned in this old thread.

Further DirectSound config tweaks

-and/or-

1. Control Panel
2. Sounds & Audio Devices icon (or MultiMedia Icon)
3. Audio tab
4. in 'Sound playback' make sure the 'Default device:' drop-down box correctly reflects your soundcard

No dice? Try updating the soundcard drivers. If you have a soundcard go the manufacturer's website for updates. If you have an on board sound chip, go to the website of your computer provider or the manufacturer of the mother board. Also make sure DirectX is up to date for your system.

Close down Winamp, Windows and reboot the computer after making any of the above changes.

30th December 2003, 12:58	#1
MNOMNO Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 1	error code: 88780078 Bad direct sound driver Please instal propper drivers or select an other device error code: 88780078 i get this when i open a soundfile on windows 2000 server in a terminal session, using remote desktop connection. (ALL STANDARD SHIT) looks like a windows problem but is there a workaround all i want is that winamp plays the file on my old jukebox P333 that sits next to the stereo. :-)

8th May 2006, 16:49	#6
Sigh - Rose Junior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 1	same issue i think i need to update my drivers because i get this same error message when i try playing .mp3 format. can anyone tell me how to fix this issue?! im running tiny xp reversion 4...

14th May 2006, 00:54	#8
JonnyMac Moderator Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 14,385	1. Winamp > Ctrl+P (for preferences) 2. Plug-ins > Output 3. double click 'DirectSound output' 4. Driver tab 5. make sure the device in the drop-down list correctly reflects your soundcard Basically the same thing that Jayaballard mentioned in this old thread. Further DirectSound config tweaks -and/or- 1. Control Panel 2. Sounds & Audio Devices icon (or MultiMedia Icon) 3. Audio tab 4. in 'Sound playback' make sure the 'Default device:' drop-down box correctly reflects your soundcard No dice? Try updating the soundcard drivers. If you have a soundcard go the manufacturer's website for updates. If you have an on board sound chip, go to the website of your computer provider or the manufacturer of the mother board. Also make sure DirectX is up to date for your system. Close down Winamp, Windows and reboot the computer after making any of the above changes. Please do not PM me for tech support. Any request for tech support through PM will be ignored. Read the Stickies ---> \| \| \| \| <--- Knowledge is power

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1st March 2004, 04:36	#2
EFF_HaRt Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NAS Lemoore, California Posts: 21	i get the same issue only i am runnin a remote connection to a windows 2003 server.

1st March 2004, 05:41	#3
Jayaballard Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Australia Posts: 2	I have just had the same problem, just installed some windows updates, and kapow...no more winamp. any ideas?

1st March 2004, 05:46	#4
Jayaballard Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Australia Posts: 2	Ok fixed it.. 1. ctrl+P 2. Go to output 3. Doubleclick on direct sound output 4. Go to device and check that it is using your soundcard. Fixed it for me. -JB

19th April 2006, 07:06	#5
danlynn Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3	In response to the first poster. I'm having the same problems with my 2000 Adv. Server computer (a P3 500). I'm starting to think it's just to old to find the proper support for it anymore.

14th May 2006, 00:46	#7
blackcat2 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Texas Posts: 3	I am having this issue as well. Rebooting fixes it but I am not sure why that is. I never had this problem before upgrading. I would like to resolve though as rebooting isn't always convenient... Heidi