Microphone issue Everytime the video call is going on, it shows that my microphone level is to loud and becomes a static noise. I have made adjustments in the audio options but still gets affected in the video calls. But once the video calls end the microphone levels go back to normal with no static. Do you have any clue is to what to do to fix this?

Is it a hissing noise or a distorted crackling noise? If it's a hissing noise then it's due to a bug in Windows that adds 30 dB of gain. It's easy to work around, though: Go into Recording devices, Properties button, Levels tab, right click on the level number so that it shows in decibels, and then adjust the level to 0 dB. It's supposed to be at 0 dB but Windows 7 defaults it to 30 dB for no reason. This isn't a problem on Windows XP or OS X.

check the settings to allow an outside source of input

The wire on your headset could be loose. Every time you move your wire, you could either talk through it clearly or otherwise it will make a static noise.
The only solutions I have for you are:

1. Buy a new compatible headset
2. Fix the wire (NOTE: It is difficult)

Ensure your webcam mic is set as default
Vista
TEST SPEAKERS
Right click on speaker icon in System Tray or from Control Panel
Select "Playback Devices"
The speaker icon ( checked as working) and volume level graph should be visible
Right click on the volume graph and click "Test"
Left hand speakers followed by right hand should be heard

SET DEFAULT & TEST MIC
Click "Recording" tab.
To set required (webcam) mic as default - click on mic font to highlight and click "Properties"
In lower dropbox display "Use this device enable" click 'OK'
Click "Levels" tab and ramp up sliders ( adjust to suit later)
Return to "Recording". Test mic by speaking and make sure volume graph displays

Restart computer

If the problem is due to feedback try using a set of headphones

Go to control panel and select the sound option

There you will find microphone settings that are enabled, one of them is set to on and adjusts volume automatically as the noise increases, jsut disable that option

Cheers

Normal 0 Two things can cause static.
First, If you have your speakers turned up to high it will give you feedback causing distortion and static. I recommend using a headset when videoing.
Second reason is, if you are using a laptop and have added an external microphone between the two it will cause distortion and static.
Not knowing the configuration of your computer makes it harder to analyze the problem.
So hope this is of some help. Bud

The static noise may be a defect. If your laptop is still under warrent, contact dell for a warrenty replacement. I had the same problem with my inspirion. Sigmatel

The mic volume is to loud. Turn it down a little.

the Samson C01U picks up the noises running inside the computer, or laptop whichever you have. You can't change that. But if you want to get rid of it. I use Cool Edit Pro. There's this effect we have for Noise Reduction. I won't go further on unless you have this program, or something similar. But basically it takes out any unwanted static

Verify that your microphone is configured correctly loadTOCNode(2, 'resolution'); 1. In Windows Live Messenger, if you cannot see the menu, click Show Menu. 2. On the Tools menu, click Audio and Video Setup. 3. Click Next two times. On the Microphone page, verify that the correct microphone is selected on the Select the microphone you would like to use drop-down list. Speak in a typical tone of voice, and then verify that the voice meter moves up and down correctly. 4. Click Next, and then click Finish.Back to the top
Verify that your contact's speakers are working correctly loadTOCNode(2, 'resolution'); To do this, have your contact follow these steps: 1. In Windows Live Messenger, if you cannot see the menu, click Show Menu. 2. On the Tools menu, click Audio and Video Setup. 3. Click Next. On the Speakers page, verify that the correct sound system is selected on the Select the speakers or headset you would like to use drop-down list. 4. Click Play Sound, and then verify that you hear the sounds correctly. 5. Click Stop Sound. 6. Click Next two times, and then click Finish.