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Mic Question/Problem
larryinc64:
I think I will try to get an adapter like Sheep said, before messing around with software and stuff.
My Realtek Manager has separate jack images for Mic and Speaker, but anything plugged into the jack comes up as a speaker.
The only advanced option is to set the director from classic to multi-screen mode.
wiggy:
--- Quote from: sheep2001 on July 07, 2013, 02:57:57 AM ---You'll need to plug an adapter onto the mic before plugging into the computer.
As you can see from the image you supplied, the connector it is expecting has 3 connection points on it. (it's specifically for a headset/mic combo) Audio out l, audio out r, and mic in. The standard connection on a mic will be hitting one of those audio out points, therefore the laptop thinks its an output, rather than an input connected.
I would be surprised if the laptop didn't come with this adaptor. It may look like this http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/141/65344m.jpg/
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Like Scruffy says, "2nd".
taigr81m:
the y-adaptor may or may not work. I view the icon by the jack to be a headset jack not a line-in. If the jack is a headset jack, then you may not be able to use a standard external mic (even with an adaptor.)
it would help to know the make/model of the laptop and which soundcard is used.
I have done some research for you but it is difficult to do sowithout knowing what type of laptop.
here is an article I found at a Dell forum:
http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/laptop/f/3517/t/19469570.aspx
multi-stream mode could make a difference here but not without knowing the model.
I do not discredit the use of an adaptor. I honestly do not know if an adaptor is required. I've never seen that before. I have experience with Realtek and it almost always comes down to configuration with the Audio Manager software. In some cases, the jack supports headset only. Realtek sometimes has a retasking option - make a mic jack act as a headphone jack.
anyway, I am curious about this problem, so I am hoping that you will post your system specs for me. I would like to add this info to my troubleshooting skills.
larryinc64:
The laptop is a Lenovo X230T running Windows 7.
Intel Core i7, 8GB Ram, 64-Bit. Currently running with dual monitors. ;D
There are also USB things that give you a Mic and Audio Out option. And there is a base for this that gives you a CD drive and separate ports, bu its over $100. Almost got it, but bought a 2nt battery that, coupled with the original one, doubles the battery like up to 16 hours.
I'll run over to Radioshack Tuesday to see if that works, I have a Mono splitter I use for my Mics, because when I'm recording game commentary with my friend, we use 2 mics, and that did not work.
I'll mess with multi-stream tomorrow. kinda late now.
taigr81m:
nice laptop :) I've been discussing Lenovo laptops with my Wife. I want to buy one for her.
You have a nice system.
I figure that since docking stations exist, companies go with either combo jacks or UAJ to lower costs. I hate the combo jacks as a conventional microphone is usually not supported. Some companies make adaptors to help in these situations but they do not always work.
I do not think that an adaptor will work. You could always try it and return it for your money. Intel is usually good about work arounds but Realtek is not so friendly. The headset jack may only work with headsets.
The UltraBase docking station would be awesome, though expensive. You type over $100 but I see it listed near $200. yikes! it would great to add to your laptop. The Ultrabase has a mic jack and headphone jack (pink and green respectively)
pehaps a usb mic will be a better option for now.
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combo audio jack - for a headset or headphones
conventional microphone is not supported
vide page 44 of the users manual (X230_ug_en.pdf)
http://www.lenovo.com/shop/americas/content/user_guides/x230t_ug_en.pdf
ThinkPad Ultrabase Series 3
http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/product-and-parts/detail.page?&LegacyDocID=MIGR-76765
just attach to the docking port on the bottom of your 'novo
anyway, nice 'puter ;D