Problem playback device

Hi new to skype, unable to have my first video chat. Message coming up "problem with playback device"
grateful if anyone can help.
Thanks

I'm not sure why that's occurring. You might want to upgrade your video drivers as well, but I don't know anything about your video or make/manufacturer of your computer based off what you gave me.
You can try the following to see if it will help:
Dell's ADI 198x Sound Drivers (The latest Soundmax drivers I could find - Feb 2011)
Even if you computer is not a Dell, they may install fine.
http://www.dell.com/support/drivers/us/en/19/DriverDetails?driverId=R297758#
Directx 9c
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/confirmation.aspx?id=8109

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Playback device error

Dear Sir/ Madam,
I am facing continuous problem "Playback device error" on VLC player or on Google hangout or Facebook or on Skype during video calling.
Please provide solution asap.
Thanks
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Try the following.
Open windows Control Panel, open Windows Update, select 'View update history' in the left hand pane and then select 'Installed updates' link in the following window.
Locate update KB2962407, right click it and select Uninstall. When done, restart the notebook, open windows Control Panel, open Windows Update and select 'Check for updates'. You'll see the update you just uninstalled being offered again - right click and select 'Hide Update'.
When windows has reloaded, use recovery manager to reinstall your original IDT HD Audio driver as detailed in the document on the link below.
Recovery Manager - Windows 8.
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Problems with Playback Device ?

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Nina, welcome to the forum.
You should go into Control Panel / Sound and check to assure that your sound device is selected as the Default. This is most likely what has changed. Here is how to reset the default device:
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Bluetooth headset pairs, but is not available as playback device

Hi there
I am trying to pair and use my MEElectronics Runaway bluetooth stereo headset (with microphone) with my Zbook. I am following the instructions at MEElectronics available here http://www.meelec.com/Articles.asp?ID=352#ytplayer
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Hello, I'm experiencing some real trouble with my HP Pavilion dv6-2160us (with the i3-330M, no dedicated graphics) Windows 7-64 bit, SP1 PC, and I would greatly appreciate some assistance.
I've created a new thread because, despite the fact that many other people have experienced a problem similar to this and have posted what worked for them, nothing has worked for me.
The Problem(s):
My main problem is that I cannot get any audio to play from my PC to my HDMI HDTV.
When I plug my HDMI cable into my PC and TV, the TV is recognized in Playback Devices, but nothing can play to it.
When I try to test the TV in playback devices, I get a "Failed to play test tone" error.
Additionally, I'd like to mention some other odd behavior that I think may be a part of the main problem.
In Playback Devices, I cannot change anything. I can't disable or enable a device, I can't set default playback or communication devices, and I can't save changes inside device properties. Every time I try to change something, like the default playback device, nothing happens or the changes are immediately reversed.
The Question:
How can I get audio to play over HDMI on my PC (It's not a problem with the TV, my other HP machines play audio over HDMI to it just fine.)?
What I've Tried:
I have tried:
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Uninstalling the IDT PC Audio program from Programs and Features
Disabling the IDT High Definition Audio CODEC
Nothing has worked.
The drivers I have are the latest issued by HP
How can I get this working? I would really appreciate some assistance.
I'm at the point where I'm ready to try pretty technically-involved suggestions, so, please feel free to post those.
Your expertise is greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

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I understand that you are connecting a HDTV but you do not have any audio.
Here are two links that may help.
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HP Notebook PCs - Troubleshooting HDMI Display and Sound Issues.
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Playback Device

Hi I was on skype and tried to call someone but it ended call before it rang and said problem with playback device now i have no sound.
model hp 2000-2b44dx notebook
Paul

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Thank you for your query, I will try my best to assist you.
I understand that you are experiencing an issue with your playback device. You did provide your exact model of computer which is great, but you did not tell me what operating system you are running and if it is a 32 or 64 bit system. You can run the HP Support Assistant to help with updates and resolving issues. You can also run MS Fix It to help, if you are running Windows 7. If you are running Windows 8 you have a built in troubleshooter.
Press the Windows key +C to open charms
Type troubleshoot playback device and press enter
Follow the on screen prompts.
Here is a link to Using Skype to Make Voice and Video Internet Calls (Windows 8) that may be of assistance. Please provide your operatitng sysem if you require further help.
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Playback devices Hdmi test no sound

When I enter playback devices and select ati hdmi output the click the congifure button and select 5.1 and perform a test no sound comes out of my speakers
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@Camilad
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Okay for your sound problem, it is possible that something else may have been inadvertently deleted when you disabled the Bluetooth. It is hard to say for sure.
I did find this page which is directly related to what you describe. In it is mentioned driver updates and BIOS updates.
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Here also is the driver page for your notebook, where you can find those that you need.
HP ENVY 14-3010tu SPECTRE Notebook PC Drivers
Let me know if that helps.
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Multiple audio playback devices

I have just built a system using the K7N2-L mainboard and am having a problem with multiple audio playback devices.
Actually I have TWO problems, which are probably unrelated.
I have a 5.1 speaker system connected to the onboard audio and an external USB DAC for playback through a hi-fi system.
The first problem is that the USB audio device is only recognised if it's plugged in after the system is booted. If it's already attached when I power up, it appears not to be properly installed.
The second problem is that when I use the Sounds and Multimedia control panel to switch audio devices (Windows 2000 pro) playback continues through whichever device was used first. In order to switch, I have to reboot the computer.
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I gathered this from the handbrake side of things:
You can also combine Pro Logic II and AC3 pass-through. This will give you a file that will play anywhere from QuickTime to VLC to the iPhone (using the AAC Pro Logic II track) and play in true surround sound on an AppleTV or in Perian. It is the best of both worlds, and it is only possible in the .mp4 and .mkv containers. Again, MP4 file names must, confusingly, end in .m4v for QuickTimeto read them. To use this hybrid format, in the Audio tab, set the first audio track to be the track you want, in AAC sound. Then set the second track to also use the same source track, and select AC3 pass-through."
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[SOLVED]How to set default audio playback device?

I have an X-fi forte soundcard that doesn't work on linux, so I'm just gonna use the onboard realtek chip, but I get no sound from that either unless I physically remove the X-fi card.
I use the X-fi when I boot into windows though, so I'd like to keep it...
How do I change the default playback device?
I didn't find anything that worked in the wiki or with google.
Last edited by raginaot (2010-12-05 04:30:21)

oh wait... I just spotted this in the wiki guide, a little too late
NB: Some modules do not support indexing options eg. snd-hda-intel. If you experience problems on reboot edit /etc/modprobe.d/modprobe.conf to just have the modules.
what does that mean "edit /etc/modprobe.d/modprobe.conf to just have the modules.".... what modules? :S
should I just remove "index=0" from the line?
Edit: yes I should. It's working
Thx man
Last edited by raginaot (2010-12-05 04:29:52)

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