The default option is 'Default Primary Device'.Ĭhange this to LINE 1, the new input we created earlier. Under 'Windows sound devices' you have the option of choosing what device you want FSX to use for Sounds and Voice. If you're a visual person like me, it makes more sense to see visually how everything works together:Īs you can see, Virtual Audio Cable has created 'Line 1', a new audio input, and it's acting as a splitter to pipe FSX sound into both your USB headset and the ButtKicker Gamer 2.ĭ ) First you have to go into your FSX sound options (I'm using FSX so from now on I'm only referring to FSX.FS9/X-Plane users should be able to find similar options as described).īy default, the options should look something like this: Lastly you have the new 'Line 1' input created through the VAC Control Panel. You also have your USB headset plugged into a USB port on your PC. It should be plugged into the GREEN colored 3.5mm stereo jack. You have your ButtKicker Gamer 2 plugged into the back of your PC. What does this mean? To understand it, first open up your Sound options (Control Panel -> Sound, or right click on the speaker icon in the taskbar on the lower right and choose 'Playback Devices'.Įventually you should see this window below.
The VAC software is made for everything from Win 7 to XP however, so it's a good bet your version of Windows is compatible.Ī) Open the VAC Control Panel and make the changes shown below.ī) What this did is create a new audio input for Windows. I don't know how Vista or XP works so I can't comment on those OS capabilities.
I use Windows 7 and by default it won't let you split audio sources to multiple devices.
any audio device plugged into your pc such as a subwoofer, usb headset, the ButtKicker Gamer 2, external speakers, etc.) What it does is lets you split an audio source (Winamp, FSX/FS9/X-Plane, various media players, etc.) to multiple audio inputs (i.e. The workaround uses software called Virtual Audio Cable (VAC) that is available here. It does cost extra money for the software though (it ranges from $25-$50 depending on the level of support package you order.$25 is self-help, $35 for basic-help, and $50 for extended support) Only when someone goes into their FAQ section on the website do they see a disclaimer that USB headsets aren't made to work with the Buttkicker Gamer 2. If you're like me, then you likely spent several frustrating hours trying to get your ButtKicker Gamer 2 brand bass shaker to work with your USB headset.
You can download the Microsoft Accessory Center app from the Microsoft Store and install it on your Windows 10/11 PC.(I didn't know which forum this belonged in, so mods please relocate as needed) The Microsoft Accessory Center app lets you customize the settings for your Microsoft Modern USB Headset, so you get the most from it. Press the Answer/End call button during a call or meeting. Press the Volume up (+) or Volume down (-) button. You’ll go back to being muted when you release the Mute button, and it will turn solid red again.Īdjust the volume during a call or meeting If you want to say something when you’re muted, press and hold the Mute button, say what you want, then release the Mute button. Press the Mute button during a call or meeting. The Microsoft Teams button will fade in and out white when you get a notification that a meeting has started. Select Join now in Teams to join the meeting. Press the Microsoft Teams button to open the Teams window. Press and hold the Answer/End call button. The button flashes white when there’s an incoming call and appears solid white during a call. If you have any missed calls or new voicemails, you’ll go to the Calls screen in Teams. Press the Microsoft Teams button, select Calls in Teams, dial the number for the person you want to call, then select Call
Use your headset in a Teams call or meetingĪfter you open Microsoft Teams on your Windows 10/11 PC, here’s how to use the buttons on your Microsoft Modern USB Headset during Teams calls and meetings. Under Audio devices, select Microsoft Modern USB Headset.Īfter you select your headset, it should be selected for the Speaker and Microphone in the Audio devices section. In Microsoft Teams, select Settings and more to the left of your profile picture at the top, then select Settings. Set up Microsoft Modern USB Headset in TeamsĪfter you plug in your headset, you can open Microsoft Teams and set it up there. The Microsoft Teams button appears solid white when your headset is connected to Teams.