
Otherwise, it can connect to just about anything, from mobile phones to game consoles. The cable is almost comically long, so you'll have to figure out a way to shorten it, depending on how close you sit to your PC, but better too long than too short. While the headset connects via a single 3.5 mm audio jack, the device also comes with an audio/mic splitter for gaming PCs. This way, you can use the Arctis 1 as an everyday pair of headphones, or simply ditch the mic when you're immersed in a single-player adventure. Removable mics in $50 headsets are hard to come by, and I was impressed that the flexible mic is both unobtrusive and easy to detach. The left earcup is where you'll find all of the headset's special features, including a volume dial, a mic mute button and a removable mic. I'll touch more on that in the next section, but it's a big step back from the "ski goggles" design in the Arctis 3, 5, 7 and Pro, which automatically adjusts to your head each time you put it on. There's plenty of padding, so it's comfortable to wear, but it's very tough to get a precise fit. Lastly try running "sfc /scannow" and "dism" via the Command Prompt.What I'm less crazy about is the steel headband with rigid notches. You may need to undo something that went astray. Research accordingly and then try making changes but change only one thing at a time.Īgain keep notes of what you change and where you changed it. Make note of any configuration settings that are not as you expect or otherwise not understood. Just look first and be careful not to change anything. A menu list of audio related configuration screens should appear.Įxplore all of the menu options including the various windows, tabs, and properties presented. Right click the small speaker icon usually found in the lower right screen corner. The troubleshooters may find and fix something. Run the Windows built in troubleshooters. With the problem staying with the PC you have a number of things you can do.Įven though you may have tried some of them, try again - usually there is a bit of a learning curve involved.
