USB Mic Problem

Torq · 8th November 2004, 21:38

Hey guys,

I've hunted and trawled throught the FAQs and related topics - maybe my answer is already out there but I can't find it ... !

I can't get my Logitech USB microphone to work. I have either no sound output at all or just the mic (when the 'on' switch is depressed). Do USB mic's work with ShoutCast or do I need a regular 'jack' mic ??

I am pretty sure my 'mixer' settings are correct. I have both 'playback' and 'record' using my onboard (realtek AC97 - motherboard) sound as the 'device' and I'm using the 'Stereo Mix' as my 'selected' source.

Some advice would be greatly appreciated - I've spent what seems like an age now trying to get this to work !!

My ShoutCast Source is v. 1.8.2b

Thanks in advance.

Torq

MegaRock · 8th November 2004, 22:39

If I'm not mistaken I think you might want to select Microphone as the input source on the 'record' side of the mixer. I would also just for testing unmute the microphone in the 'playback' side of the mixer to make sure it is working properly.

Torq · 8th November 2004, 23:29

Thanks for the reply MegaRock.

Tried your advice but it still doesn't work ...

Basically, all that is broadcast is the mic - no music at all, no matter what 'source' is used. I was using 'Stereo Mix' in the 'record' side of the mixer as the FAQ said to do.

Once the switch on the mic itself is depressed, the mic kicks in and won't be switched-off or volume lowered by using the fader on the playback mixer / checking the 'mute' box.

Really frustrating this one !! My using a USB mic is ok then and won't affect things ??

The mic is working but can only be switched-on and off again by using the button that is actually on it. When in the 'soundcard input' mode I cannot hear any of the music that is being played in WinAmp.

Any advice will be muchly appreciated !!

Thanks again.

Torq

Vchat20 · 8th November 2004, 23:48

i thought i remember reading that shoutcast had a hard time using USB mics? id check some of the stickies around here in the sc forums for it. i swear i remember reading something about it.

Torq · 9th November 2004, 00:09

A screen-shot of my mixers attached if anybody can see anything wrong ...

Thanks once more.

Torq

Torq · 9th November 2004, 00:11

Thanks for the reply vchat20.

I think that may be the problem too. I have gone through loads of stickys on this and plenty of people seem to have had/thought that they had problems using a USB mic. I couldn't find a definte yes or no on this though ...

Still trying to get it to work !!

Torq

Torq · 9th November 2004, 18:10

It was the USB mic to blame ... !!

I bought a regular 'jack' mic, followed the FAQ as before and everything works fine.

Thanks for the replies anyway !!

Torq

8th November 2004, 21:38	#1
Torq Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 35	USB Mic Problem Hey guys, I've hunted and trawled throught the FAQs and related topics - maybe my answer is already out there but I can't find it ... ! I can't get my Logitech USB microphone to work. I have either no sound output at all or just the mic (when the 'on' switch is depressed). Do USB mic's work with ShoutCast or do I need a regular 'jack' mic ?? I am pretty sure my 'mixer' settings are correct. I have both 'playback' and 'record' using my onboard (realtek AC97 - motherboard) sound as the 'device' and I'm using the 'Stereo Mix' as my 'selected' source. Some advice would be greatly appreciated - I've spent what seems like an age now trying to get this to work !! My ShoutCast Source is v. 1.8.2b Thanks in advance. Torq

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MegaRock Forum King Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Inside my water bong Posts: 6,775	If I'm not mistaken I think you might want to select Microphone as the input source on the 'record' side of the mixer. I would also just for testing unmute the microphone in the 'playback' side of the mixer to make sure it is working properly. 1001. FM - Megarock Radio - St. Louis Since 1998! Tune In Now! Corporate Radio Sucks! No suits, all rock!

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8th November 2004, 23:29	#3
Torq Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 35	Thanks for the reply MegaRock. Tried your advice but it still doesn't work ... Basically, all that is broadcast is the mic - no music at all, no matter what 'source' is used. I was using 'Stereo Mix' in the 'record' side of the mixer as the FAQ said to do. Once the switch on the mic itself is depressed, the mic kicks in and won't be switched-off or volume lowered by using the fader on the playback mixer / checking the 'mute' box. Really frustrating this one !! My using a USB mic is ok then and won't affect things ?? The mic is working but can only be switched-on and off again by using the button that is actually on it. When in the 'soundcard input' mode I cannot hear any of the music that is being played in WinAmp. Any advice will be muchly appreciated !! Thanks again. Torq

8th November 2004, 23:48	#4
Vchat20 Major Dude Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 1,273	i thought i remember reading that shoutcast had a hard time using USB mics? id check some of the stickies around here in the sc forums for it. i swear i remember reading something about it.

9th November 2004, 00:11	#6
Torq Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 35	Thanks for the reply vchat20. I think that may be the problem too. I have gone through loads of stickys on this and plenty of people seem to have had/thought that they had problems using a USB mic. I couldn't find a definte yes or no on this though ... Still trying to get it to work !! Torq

9th November 2004, 18:10	#7
Torq Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 35	It was the USB mic to blame ... !! I bought a regular 'jack' mic, followed the FAQ as before and everything works fine. Thanks for the replies anyway !! Torq