[ltp] how to turn on mic

Todd V. Rovito linux-thinkpad@linux-thinkpad.org
Mon, 31 Jan 2005 22:00:12 -0500


Chris wrote:
> hi list:
> 
> i am running debian sarge with kernel 2.6.9 on my R50. i spend a long time
> trying to figure out how to turn my mic on. i used the same machine in FC2
> but it wasn't a issue, alsamixer keeps saying mic is off, even it is
> maximised to full bar. any ideas?
> 
> thanks
> 
Run alsamixer in a terminal.  Then choose the mic column (using left and 
right arrow keys) and push the 'M' button.  This should unmute the mic.

TVR