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    Built-in Microphone on the SZ

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by zswan, Apr 29, 2006.

  1. zswan

    zswan Notebook Guru

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    How do I work the built-in microphone on an SZ? I have an SZ140 and I'm convinced it doesn't have this feature.
     
    zswan, Apr 29, 2006
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    do you have the camera?
    if not, then I don't think you have a built in mic.
     
    ostack, Apr 29, 2006
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    zswan Notebook Guru

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    yes, I've the built-in camera.
     
    zswan, Apr 29, 2006
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    Worked fine with Skype on my SZ160. If you're not using automated software that handles audio settings, then remember to go into volume properties -> recording and make sure the microphone is selected to record from and the volume level is at an acceptable level.
     
    Sunfox, Apr 29, 2006
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    I wonder if anybody is experiencing the same thing as me.

    If I start the Volume Control Application
    (In Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> Entertainment)

    If i activate the build-in microphone I get a huge larsen effect, it only becomes bearable if I move the Microphone Volume to 2 (out of 7).

    JY
     
    jyavenard, Apr 30, 2006
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    Do **not** unmute or raise the microphone "playback" level unless you are using headphones. Instead, you need to check the volume level and selection status under "recording" settings (see Options -> Properties).

    However the fact that you're hearing what you're hearing indicates that it's working fine.
     
    Sunfox, Apr 30, 2006
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