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.