Internet Phone Service - Engraving Etc. Forum

From:	Ken D. (KDEVORY)	21 Jul 2005
To:	Cindy (CINDYM)	15 of 44

1586.15 In reply to 1586.14
Cindy, If the problem is only the volume, you should be able to adjust it. The hard part is figuring out where it is turned down. Check for the following (There may be one or more present.): 1) Volume knob/control on speakers. 2) Volume control in application you are using. 3) Volume control for the driver software. (some speaker systems come with special software.) 4) The system sound mixer. This has a master volume and and control for each source. You will need to determine which source is being used. Ken Devory Jr.

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	21 Jul 2005
To:	Cindy (CINDYM)	16 of 44

1586.16 In reply to 1586.14

Cindy,

The only issue I have with the headsets is that you really can't hear the computer ring from a distance on incoming calls when the headphones are plugged in. I am finding the most convenient set-up is using the speakers for sound and a simple microphone for the voice.

I did pick up a headset for $15 at Office Max. While I was waiting in line to pay I noticed a sticker on the package that said, "Skype Certified". I got a kick out of that.

From:	Cindy (CINDYM)	21 Jul 2005
To:	Ken D. (KDEVORY)	17 of 44

1586.17 In reply to 1586.15

The problem on my speakers isn't a volume issue per se. It is an age issue where they are so old, and have been used so much, that even on maximum volume, it is like listening to the whispering wind. They don't have volume knobs on them, you can only control the volume from your desktop, and it's on maximum. So new speakers are definitely on my list of things to get. I'll head to Office Depot or Office Max to see what I can find. I was right by Office Max yesterday darn it - with gas prices I like to combine these trips and it's on the other side of town.

Thanks for the tips though.
Cindy M

From:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	21 Jul 2005
To:	Cindy (CINDYM)	18 of 44

1586.18 In reply to 1586.17

Cindy,
You could probably pick up a pair of decent speakers at a computer store near you. If you sound card is not the best you should probably get some "powered" speakers.
What I am using are the speakers in my notebook ( dell inspiron 1150) they work just fine. No feed back and very clear sound.
As David T mentioned, he and David L and myself had a great talk. The great thing is that now not only do I have to suffer abuse in print, these guys can CALL me and abuse me... ISN'T THAT GREAT????? :'-(

Anyway it will be nice to Skype you too. heheheh B-)

From:	UncleSteve	22 Jul 2005
To:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	19 of 44

1586.19 In reply to 1586.18

Aw, poor baby...... has to take abuse while sitting on his lanai sipping iced Kona coffee and watching the sun set over the ocean...

My heart bleeds for you! ;-)

"Genius ain't anything more than elegant common sense." Josh Billings

From:	Da Big Fish (JOHNFISH)	8 Aug 2005
To:	ALL	22 of 44

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There is now a field in the Profile for "Contact". You can add your Skype, Email (where you want people to contact you) and phone number (ditto). All fields are optional, just put in what you want from "My Controls" -> "Edit Profile" "If you give someone a program, you will frustrate them for a day; if you teach them how to program, you will frustrate them for a lifetime."

From:	Peter	29 Aug 2005
To:	ALL	23 of 44

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Hi Gang!!

Hopefully I will be up and running with Skype tomorrow ( Wednesday 24 th August).

As some of you may know we have been busy getting our new store up and running and the only Computer I have had down here has been my faithful old Mac G3.

Tomorrow we install the new wizz bang PC...to hook up to my other Vinyl Cutter ! woo hoo !!!! and as a result Skype will be functional ( fingers crossed)

Sure looking forward to some chat !

regards

Peter :D :D :-)

Peter Vasic
Engraving Services Co.
Adelaide, Australia.
engrave@engravingservices.com.au
http://www.engravingservices.com.au

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	30 Aug 2005
To:	Peter	24 of 44

1586.24 In reply to 1586.23

Great news!

I've got it installed at work and home. Many of my family and relatives have it installed and love it. It is tough to beat FREE.

Feel free to give me a test call when you get it set up. "datakes" is my skypename.

From:	Peter	30 Aug 2005
To:	ALL	25 of 44

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Hi Guys, My skype address at work is EscClovellypark Skype away me hearties !!!! regards Peter Peter Vasic Engraving Services Co. Adelaide, Australia. engrave@engravingservices.com.au http://www.engravingservices.com.au

From:	Peter	31 Aug 2005
To:	ALL	26 of 44

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Yee haw..Spoke to David (Takes) on Skype today. Reckon he can attest to me speaking English ( though I bet I sounded like the Crocodile Hunter to David) Anyone care to join in the skype chat.its free !!!! We are looking forward to touching base with many Engravingetc friends. Regards Peter Peter Vasic Engraving Services Co. Adelaide, Australia. engrave@engravingservices.com.au http://www.engravingservices.com.au

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	1 Sep 2005
To:	Peter	27 of 44

1586.27 In reply to 1586.26

Peter,

I enjoyed the visit. I even caught onto the Aussie lingo quite quickly. I do need to make sure I check my world time zones to make sure I catch you at the right time.

I am still amazed at the clarity of the sound.

I look forward to visiting again.

From:	Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY)	14 Sep 2005
To:	ALL	28 of 44

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I am now set up with Skype. It is as clear as the microphone that is used. There seems to be no feedback at all even under bad circumstances.

Nice service for free.

Skype name DocLent

Philadelphia, PA (Really Bensalem)

Harvey's Tips Page When you finally understand it completely... it changes.

From:	Jerre (LAZAFFAIR)	28 Sep 2005
To:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	29 of 44

1586.29 In reply to 1586.27

Sorry David

Signed up for Skype and added all the mentioned user names but don't have a microphone with me on this laptop. Heard your call but couldn't talk. Will try some other time. Thanks Jerre (Lazaffair)

From:	UncleSteve	28 Sep 2005
To:	Jerre (LAZAFFAIR)	30 of 44

1586.30 In reply to 1586.29
Jerre, Check the laptop..... my Thinkpad has a built in mike as well as the speakers. You may just have to turn it on in the volume control page.... "Genius ain't anything more than elegant common sense." Josh Billings

From:	Jerre (LAZAFFAIR)	28 Sep 2005
To:	ALL	31 of 44

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Steve

Well I've got an old Dell 5000e and I don't think it has a mic imbedded in it, though it has something by the power button that looks like a mike . The audio card does not indicate that a mic is in place. Guess I'll just get a small mike to drag along with all the other st that seems to like to follow me. Thanks Jerre

Lazaffair
Fox Island, WA

From:	UncleSteve	28 Sep 2005
To:	Jerre (LAZAFFAIR)	32 of 44

1586.32 In reply to 1586.31
The mike will probably just look like a couple of small slits in the keyboard... mine has 2 about 3/16" long by 1/16" wide.... You should be able to call Dell on their toll free and just ask them. "Genius ain't anything more than elegant common sense." Josh Billings

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	28 Sep 2005
To:	Jerre (LAZAFFAIR)	33 of 44

1586.33 In reply to 1586.29

Jerre,

I saw your request to be accepted into my directory. I didn't recognize the name, but did accept your request. I tried contacting you to see if you were linked to the forum. I am glad to see you are.

From:	Harvey only (HARVEY-ONLY)	28 Sep 2005
To:	Jerre (LAZAFFAIR)	34 of 44

1586.34 In reply to 1586.31

I have a Dell Inspiron 1000 laptop. It does not seem to have a mic either. I bought a cheap, ($6) headset with mic and tried it a few minutes ago, works great.

My Skype name is DocLent.

Philadelphia, PA (Really Bensalem)

Harvey's Tips Page When you finally understand it completely... it changes.

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