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Audio Troubleshooting

Solutions for microphone and audio problems.

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Microphone Not Detected

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Check System Permissions

Windows:

1. Settings → Privacy → Microphone
2. Ensure “Allow apps to access your microphone” is ON
3. Scroll down and enable Echophrase specifically

macOS:

1. System Preferences → Security & Privacy → Privacy
2. Select Microphone
3. Check the box next to Echophrase

Linux:

1. Check PulseAudio/PipeWire settings
2. Ensure your user is in the audio group
3. Try: sudo usermod -aG audio $USER then log out/in

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Verify in Echophrase

1. Open Settings → Audio Input
2. Check the Input Device dropdown
3. Select your microphone manually if needed

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Poor Audio Quality

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Reduce Background Noise

1. Use a headset or directional microphone
2. Move away from fans, AC units, etc.
3. Raise the voice threshold in Settings → Audio Input so quiet background noise is not treated as speech

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Improve Recognition

1. Speak clearly and at a moderate pace
2. Position the microphone 6-12 inches from your mouth
3. Avoid speaking while typing or moving