Question Mic stops working minutes after plugging it in

[johnr283]

I have a simple USB mic, JOUNIVO 601P. When I plug it in it works fine. After not using it for a few minutes, it stops working. Unplugging/re-plugging it in makes it work again.

 

[dingo07]

Have you checked Sound Settings to see if the computer is defaulting to another device?

 

[johnr283]

Have you checked Sound Settings to see if the computer is defaulting to another device?

Yes, the mic is the default device. It seems Windows detects it. It just stops working.

 

[dingo07]

Have you tried different USB ports? I'm guessing all your MB drivers are up to date too...

 

[NedSmelly]

It could be power management putting the device to sleep after a set idle time.

Go to Device Manager > Universal Serial Bus controllers
Properties for each USB Root Hub
Click 'Power Management' tab
Uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" if checked

 

[johnr283]

It could be power management putting the device to sleep after a set idle time.

Go to Device Manager > Universal Serial Bus controllers
Properties for each USB Root Hub
Click 'Power Management' tab
Uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" if checked

I tried this. It didn't help.

 

[Paperdoc]

What about any software tool that came with it? If there is any, look in that to see if there is some automatic time-out to turn off the Mic when not in use.

What about the LED indicator on the base? I see it says it is GREEN when connected AND working, and RED when it is MUTED.

If it disconnects or mutes itself, MAYBE you can just tap the switch button on the base once or twice to wake it up without having to unplug / replug.

 

[johnr283]

What about any software tool that came with it? If there is any, look in that to see if there is some automatic time-out to turn off the Mic when not in use.

What about the LED indicator on the base? I see it says it is GREEN when connected AND working, and RED when it is MUTED.

If it disconnects or mutes itself, MAYBE you can just tap the switch button on the base once or twice to wake it up without having to unplug / replug.

It didn't come with any software. I've contacted the manufacturer for advice.

 

[johnr283]

I never heard back from the manufacturer. I just bought a new mic, and it works fine so far.

 

[Paperdoc]

Thamks for the update. Glad you have a solution.

 

[johnr283]

The new mic is having the same issue. It must be a Windows issue.

 

[johnr283]

I tried a different USB port, and both of the mics work fine now.