Audigy 4 rear speakers prob

Hi.
I've got a problem with my sound.
I use a Audigy 4 pro with the external unit and a Cambridge Soundworks (Creative) DTT3500 digital speakerset. The external unit only sends the digital signal to the speakerset.
When I Test the speakers the sound "Rear right" comes from front right and "Rear left" comes from front left. Front speakers and center speaker sound works fine. Untill now I had no problems with my sound. I didn't change a thing. Speakers and software options haven't changed. The EAX console says 5. speakers. CMSS is off. I've installed the latest drivers and that also didn't make a difference. I think the problem started after I installed a logitech webcam but if I disconnect the webcam the problem stays.
Help please.

I had exactly the same problem. Only solution for me was to slightly withdraw the 4 pin plug from the Audigy 4.
I guess that means it is now acting as a three pin plug, but works for me. I don't know why?:angry:
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