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    Envy 14 Combo Headset Issue

    Discussion in 'HP' started by dinc, Aug 8, 2011.

  1. dinc

    dinc Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi All,

    I'm having mucho problems with my envy's combo mic/headset port. I spent about $100 just trying to get this to work. First, I bought two separate headsets that each had two plugs (audio and microphone), then I learned about the combo port and bought the wrong kind of adapter, then I finally bought one that should be compatible, but it isn't!

    I've tried every audio configuration I can think of, via both the beats control panel and the windows panels, but nothing works. I even reinstalled the envy 14's audio drivers several times.

    This is the product I ended up with:

    Amazon.com: StarTech.com MUYHSMFF 3.5mm 4-Pin to 2x 3-Pin 3.5mm Headset Splitter Adapter - M/F: Electronics

    ...Help! Please! I don't want to spend any more money on this.
     
    dinc, Aug 8, 2011
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  3. dinc

    dinc Notebook Enthusiast

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    Have you tested it personally? Are there any forum posts confirming that it works with the envy 14?

    I know I'm being a bit paranoid, but after spending $100 on this, I want to make sure before I buy anything else.
     
    dinc, Aug 8, 2011
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    Alrighty, then. I'm taking the plunge. Thanks, eafd.
     
    dinc, Aug 9, 2011
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    Hey all, just want to confirm that this adapter works 100% out of the box, no issues, like magic. It is so cool to to have something just work after all of the time and money I've spent on this!
     
    dinc, Aug 10, 2011
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    maxtek Notebook Consultant

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    It's been awhile since I heard anyone using a headset and mic with dual plugs lol.. But yeah the one he posted will work fine. :)
     
    maxtek, Aug 10, 2011
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