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    Help with sound...

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Hiker, Apr 13, 2008.

  1. Hiker

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    I'm trying to get my mp3 player to play through my laptop with a male to male mini plug from the earphone jack of the mp3 player to the line in/mic jack of my laptop. I know I've done it before I just can't remember. :rolleyes:
     
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    So...what is the problem?
     
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    No sound. I think the last time I just plugged it in and it worked but have done a reinstall since. External speakers work fine from the earphone jack on the laptop.
     
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    Make sure the Line In volume is turned up in Volume Control. You might have to show advanced options for it by going to Options>Properties.
     
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    Thanks. I made the adjustments, it still doesn't work. I'm also having problems with the mp3 player. Downloaded tunes don't work with the players earphones but FM does. I can also play the downloaded tunes through my laptop via USB :confused:

    I don't need the laptop to play through mini jack but I do need the tunes to play on the mp3 player. Going on a long hike starting next week! Guess I'll go get a new one. :D
     
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