Issues Accessing Certain Programs

This has been happening for a few weeks now. I have separate user accounts from my admin account. Only two though. One for general use, and one for work/video editing.
I have final cut 4 express installed and the problem is, when i create a new account, it recognises and opens ok for the first time. As soon as I log out, and try to open FCE the icon jumps for a a few times then doesn't open. I've also noticed that beside core programs, ical etc, spotlight search doesn't seem to pick up installed apps, FCe, Spotify etc...
Fixing permissions seemed to fix it once, but not this time. Any idea what is going on?
Thank you

Hi aomaoe,
Welcome to the HP Community! I see that you are having some sound issues. I will be happy to help but I will need some more information. What brand is the adapter? Where is it connected? What is your operating system? What is your product number? Did you remove the headset and the adapter or just the headset? If you haven't removed the adapter give that a try.
Find your product number on a notebook:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&docname=c00033108
Finding your OS:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-CA/windows/which-operating-system
It is an odd issue but it might just be a matter of setting the correct sound device as default. I have included a link below that will show you how to change your default sound device. The document is for Windows 7 but you can get to the control panel in Windows 8 but searching for it on the tile page and go into Sound and the rest of the steps will be the same.
http://www.7tutorials.com/how-change-default-playback-recording-audio-device
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Welcome to the HP Forums, I hope you enjoy your experience! To help you get the most out of the HP Forums I would like to direct your attention to the HP Forums Guide First Time Here? Learn How to Post and More.
I have read your post on how certain programs are transmitting sound through speakers and not the headphones, and I would be happy to assist you in this matter!
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Please re-post with the results of your troubleshooting, and I look forward to your reply!
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