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Output Device for JBL Headset Keeps Disappearing

Anonymous
2024-01-27T02:14:08+00:00

Background: I noticed that Nvidia Shadowplay wasn't able to capture my friends voice or any game chat through anything, so I did research and found out that Nvidia Container had to be turned up in the Volume Mixer. When I went to the volume mixer, I noticed my headset wasn't there to pick, the only thing was my monitor's output device.

My JBL Quantum 400 uses a USB for both the microphone and hearing. My microphone is in the input devices labeled as "Headset Microphone - JBL Quantum 400* Chat."

When I go to Control Panel > Sound > Playback, it shows: "(Speakers) - JBL Quantum 400* Game", and

"(Headset Earphone) JBL Quantum 400* Chat." When I select the output device in there, it shows through the (Speaker) playback and actually increases the bar when I listen to something.

Yet, in System > Sound, it shows no audio devices. Sometimes they will both randomly pop up, and then disappear.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-01-28T12:35:59+00:00

    Hi

    Welcome to Microsoft community.

    It sounds like you're experiencing a common issue where the output device, in this case, your JBL Quantum 400 headset, intermittently disappears from the sound settings. This could be due to driver issues, conflicts with other software, or even problems with the USB connection itself. Here's how you can troubleshoot this problem:

    1. Check USB Connection:
      • Disconnect the headset and reconnect it to a different USB port. Sometimes the problem is with the USB port itself.
      • If you're using a USB hub, try connecting the headset directly to the computer.
    2. Restart Windows Audio Service:
      • Press  Win + R type  services.msc and press Enter.
      • Find "Windows Audio" in the list, right-click it, and select "Restart."
    3. Update Headset Driver:
      • Go to Device Manager (right-click on Start and select "Device Manager").
      • Expand "Sound, video and game controllers."
      • Find your JBL headset, right-click it, and select "Update driver."
      • Choose "Search automatically for updated driver software."
    4. Reinstall Device:
      • In Device Manager, right-click on your JBL headset and select "Uninstall device."
      • Disconnect the headset, restart your PC, and then reconnect the headset. Windows should attempt to reinstall the device.
    5. Set Default Device:
      • Right-click the sound icon in the taskbar and select "Open Sound settings."
      • In the Sound settings, under "Output," make sure your JBL headset is selected as the default device when it appears.
    6. Disable Audio Enhancements:
      • In Control Panel > Sound > Playback, right-click on your JBL headset and select "Properties."
      • Go to the "Enhancements" tab and check the box that says "Disable all enhancements" or "Disable all sound effects."
    7. Check Nvidia Software:
      • Ensure that Nvidia's software isn't automatically changing your audio devices. Check the Nvidia Control Panel for any settings that might affect audio playback.
    8. Check for Software Conflicts:
      • If you have other audio software installed, such as a digital audio workstation or a virtual audio cable, they might be interfering with your headset. Try disabling or uninstalling other audio software.
    9. Check for Hardware Issues:
      • Test the headset on another computer to ensure the headset itself isn't malfunctioning.

    If the problem persists after trying these steps, it may be a more complex hardware issue or an unresolved software issue. In such cases, contacting JBL support for further assistance with their specific product would be advisable.

    Best regards

    Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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