Public Voice Chat Troubleshooting

Resolve common issues with Public Voice Chat in Orbit to ensure clear and effective communication within the virtual environment.

Check Volume Settings: Ensure the volume slider for Public Voice Chat is turned up.
Verify Microphone Status: Make sure the microphone icon for each of the public users is not muted (red microphone icon).
Adjust Device Volume: Check the volume settings on your device to ensure they are not muted or set too low.

Allow Microphone Access: Ensure that the app has permission to access your microphone in your device settings. Use this guide to check and set Browser Permissions.
Select Correct Microphone: Go to the Public Voice Chat settings and make sure the correct microphone is selected. Here is a guide to change the microphone - Communication settings.
Test Microphone: Use your device’s audio settings to test the microphone and ensure it is functioning properly.

Check Your Connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Poor connectivity can cause audio issues.
Update Drivers: Make sure your audio drivers are up to date. Outdated drivers can cause compatibility issues and degrade audio quality.
Restart the Application: Sometimes, restarting the application can resolve temporary glitches affecting audio quality.
Check for Interference: Ensure there are no other applications or devices interfering with your audio. Close any unnecessary applications that might be using audio resources.
Test Your Microphone and Speakers: Use the built-in testing features of your device's audio settings to ensure your microphone and speakers are functioning correctly.
Bluetooth Issues: Bluetooth headsets can sometimes cause audio quality problems, especially when the microphone is in use. Try switching to a wired connection or using an external microphone instead of the built-in mic on your Bluetooth headset.
Power Management: Ensure your device is not in low-power mode, as this can impact audio performance. Plug in your device or disable power-saving settings when using audio features extensively.

Use Headphones: Wearing headphones can help reduce echo and feedback.
Adjust Microphone Sensitivity: Lower the sensitivity of your microphone in the Public Voice Chat settings.
Check Speaker Placement: Ensure your speakers and microphone are not too close to each other.

Check Internet Connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Unstable connections can cause sound issues.
Close Unnecessary Applications: Close other applications that might be using significant bandwidth or system resources.

Check Mute Settings: Ensure that the “mute public players” toggle is not enabled if you want to hear public sounds in the virtual space.
Adjust Audio Balance: Check the audio balance settings on your device to ensure it is not favoring one type of sound over another.

Stable Connection: Ensure your internet connection is stable to prevent interruptions in voice chat.
Update Drivers: Make sure your audio drivers are up to date on your device.
Reduce Background Noise: Move to a quieter location or use noise-canceling microphones to reduce interference.

Check Silent Mode: Ensure that your device is not in silent mode.
Use Headset or Earbuds: For the best quality audio, use a headset, earbuds, or headphones.

Last updated 9 months ago

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Resolve common issues with Public Voice Chat in Orbit to ensure clear and effective communication within the virtual environment.

Check Volume Settings: Ensure the volume slider for Public Voice Chat is turned up.
Verify Microphone Status: Make sure the microphone icon for each of the public users is not muted (red microphone icon).
Adjust Device Volume: Check the volume settings on your device to ensure they are not muted or set too low.

Allow Microphone Access: Ensure that the app has permission to access your microphone in your device settings. Use this guide to check and set Browser Permissions.
Select Correct Microphone: Go to the Public Voice Chat settings and make sure the correct microphone is selected. Here is a guide to change the microphone - Communication settings.
Test Microphone: Use your device’s audio settings to test the microphone and ensure it is functioning properly.

Check Your Connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Poor connectivity can cause audio issues.
Update Drivers: Make sure your audio drivers are up to date. Outdated drivers can cause compatibility issues and degrade audio quality.
Restart the Application: Sometimes, restarting the application can resolve temporary glitches affecting audio quality.
Check for Interference: Ensure there are no other applications or devices interfering with your audio. Close any unnecessary applications that might be using audio resources.
Test Your Microphone and Speakers: Use the built-in testing features of your device's audio settings to ensure your microphone and speakers are functioning correctly.
Bluetooth Issues: Bluetooth headsets can sometimes cause audio quality problems, especially when the microphone is in use. Try switching to a wired connection or using an external microphone instead of the built-in mic on your Bluetooth headset.
Power Management: Ensure your device is not in low-power mode, as this can impact audio performance. Plug in your device or disable power-saving settings when using audio features extensively.

Use Headphones: Wearing headphones can help reduce echo and feedback.
Adjust Microphone Sensitivity: Lower the sensitivity of your microphone in the Public Voice Chat settings.
Check Speaker Placement: Ensure your speakers and microphone are not too close to each other.

Check Internet Connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Unstable connections can cause sound issues.
Close Unnecessary Applications: Close other applications that might be using significant bandwidth or system resources.

Check Mute Settings: Ensure that the “mute public players” toggle is not enabled if you want to hear public sounds in the virtual space.
Adjust Audio Balance: Check the audio balance settings on your device to ensure it is not favoring one type of sound over another.

Stable Connection: Ensure your internet connection is stable to prevent interruptions in voice chat.
Update Drivers: Make sure your audio drivers are up to date on your device.
Reduce Background Noise: Move to a quieter location or use noise-canceling microphones to reduce interference.

Check Silent Mode: Ensure that your device is not in silent mode.
Use Headset or Earbuds: For the best quality audio, use a headset, earbuds, or headphones.

Last updated 9 months ago

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