So, today we’ll talk with you about how to set up a microphone on Windows 7. It is worth noting immediately that we will also try to perform this action in some programs designed for communication. After all, it is there, as a rule, that most of the problems arise. Let us quickly begin to study our current issue with you.
What are
Before setting up a microphone on Windows 7, you should find out what microphones exist at all. The approach to establishing a connection will depend on the type of device. Do not be scared - everything is extremely simple.
The first option is a separate microphone. It connects independently of the headset (headphone). This option has almost become obsolete. To place such a microphone is not very convenient.
The second scenario is the use of headphones with a sound recorder. There are two approaches to connecting, which we will talk about with you a little later. Setting up a microphone on Windows 7 in conjunction with a headset is the most common case.
In addition, you may also encounter a webcam in which a sound recorder is integrated. It is very convenient, especially if you prefer not only to speak, but also to show. Plus, if you are working on a laptop, you may encounter a built-in microphone. Also quite comfortable. Now it’s worth learning how to set up a microphone on Windows 7.
Connection
The first thing that is only required of us is to connect the device to the computer. Depending on which of the following types of microphones you have, it will depend on how you connect the equipment. Let's get acquainted with the possible options as soon as possible.
If you are thinking about how to properly configure the microphone on Windows 7, then first of all, look at the connected equipment. It will have to be connected to a special socket (a small microphone is drawn near it). This connection method is relevant for webcams (some models), a certain headset (with a separate cord for a sound recorder), as well as for stand-alone equipment.
After the connection occurs, you can think about direct configuration. This step, as a rule, causes a lot of problems. What needs to be done? Let's understand this difficult question.
Drivers
The simplest, but at the same time very important point when setting up any equipment is installing drivers. The work of connected gadgets depends on them.
If you are thinking about how to set up a microphone on Windows 7, then you will have to start from this point. In the operating system under consideration today, as a rule, drivers will begin to be located automatically after connecting the equipment. Of course, this applies only to stand-alone equipment, as well as options with webcams. Plus, you have to connect the Internet at this time.
Otherwise, you will need to look for special drivers on the World Wide Web. Best on the manufacturer’s official website. Simply visit the hosting, select the equipment model there and download the installation file for yourself. After that, install - that's all. We can say that the microphone setup on Windows 7 is completed. Try to work with the connected equipment. If something does not suit you, then it is worth a little "shaman" with some parameters. This is what we will do now.
"Shamanism"
So, let’s start with you that we’ll try to figure out how to set up a microphone on a webcam on Windows 7 (or on any other equipment). After we all connected and installed the drivers, and also made sure that the "micro" is working, you can work a bit on the volume and sensitivity settings.
To do this, you will have to visit a specialized menu. Click on the image of the gramophone in the lower right part of the screen (near the clock) with the right mouse button, and then select the "Recording devices" item. A window will pop up in front of you, which displays all the connected microphones.
In order to figure out how to properly configure the microphone on Windows 7, just double-click on the currently connected equipment. Next, select the "levels" tab. Here you can adjust the microphone gain, as well as its volume. Adjust these two parameters and save the changes. Now you can try to talk with other users. But let's now find out additional features that will help us make the connection.
Addition
Well, if you are thinking about how to set up a microphone on headphones on Windows 7 (or, for example, decide to improve the quality of communication), you will have to resort to some tricks.
The first point to consider is that the headset, as a rule, has a special slider for adjusting the microphone volume and sound. Before you "shamanize" in the computer settings, adjust the slider.
Now it’s worth considering some of the features that help improve communication quality. They are in the same place where we adjusted the volume. Just have to pay attention to other tabs. For example, consider Improvements with you.
Go to this menu item of the window that opens. To figure out how to set up the microphone on the headphones on Windows 7 (or on any recording device in general), check the box next to "Noise reduction", as well as "Removing the DC component." In the event that you hear an echo, you should also mark the last item called “Echo Cancellation”.
You can also look at the Advanced tab. Ordinary users, as a rule, have nothing to do here. All settings for this item are already set for normal conversation. But if you decide to record a song, then it is advisable to put the sound frequency there . Select Studio Recording and save your changes. As you can see, nothing is difficult.
For programs
In principle, we already know how to set up a microphone on Windows 7. Only now, let's try to adjust the sound quality when talking on Skype. To do this, you will have to set the maximum volume in the system settings (in the "Recording devices" item), and then turn to the application itself.
As a rule, there are also customizable parameters here. In particular, the volume. You can leave it "automatic", which is highly not recommended. Instead, set to “manual tuning” and maximize the volume setting. Now you can save the changes. That's all the problems are solved. Now you know everything about connecting recording devices, as well as their settings.