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Why is my controller not detecting my headset?

Make sure the headset is firmly plugged into the controller. If the headset isn't plugged in all the way or isn't seated properly, it won't make a good enough connection, and the controller won't recognize it. Unplug it, then plug it back in. Make sure the headset isn't muted.
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Why is my Xbox controller not picking up my headset?

Clean the plug on the headset cable with a clean cloth, and then reconnect the headset to the controller. Test the headset by connecting it to a different controller. If you're using a wireless controller, replace the AA batteries or recharge the rechargeable battery.
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How do I connect my headset to my controller?

Connect a headset directly to your controller with a 3.5mm audio jack. If you have an Xbox Wireless Controller with a 3.5mm port, you can connect a headset with a standard 3.5mm jack directly to the controller. The 3.5mm port is a small circular port on the bottom of the controller.
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How do I get my headset to work on my Xbox controller?

Once your controller is up to date, insert the headset adapter into the bottom of the controller. Then insert the headset's audio plug into the bottom of the headset adapter. Connecting the Xbox One Stereo Headset into an Xbox controller using the headset adapter.
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Why won't my headset connect to my PS4 controller?

On the PS4 press and hold the Playstation button on the controller. Scroll down to Adjust Sound and Devices. Select Output to Headphones and change the setting to All Audio.
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Why is my PS4 headset not connecting to my PS4?

Go to Settings>Devices>Audio Devices>Headset and Headphones. if the volume bar is grayed out, your PS4 isnt recognizing your headset. Push the headset adapter into the PS4 until you hear a "click." This may require the use of force.
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How do I get my PS4 to recognize my headset?

Follow the steps below.
  1. Boot your PS4, click 'Settings', and go to 'Devices'.
  2. Choose 'Bluetooth devices'. ...
  3. Follow the connection instructions (pairing) of your Bluetooth headset.
  4. Select the headset once you see the device in the list of Bluetooth devices.
  5. You can adjust the sound settings in the menu.
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Where is headset settings on Xbox?

To change headset audio settings:
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide and select Profile & system > Settings > General > Volume & audio output.
  2. Under Headset audio, choose one of the options in the Headset format dropdown menu.
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How do I use my headset mic and controller?

Set up the microphone of your headset
  1. Open the main menu of your console. Click on the gearwheel icon in the top right corner and go to Sound > Microphone.
  2. Select 'Controller Microphone' for 'Input Device'. ...
  3. Select your gaming headset for 'Input Device'.
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Do wired headsets plug into the controller?

Like the Playstation 4, using a 3.5mm gaming headset just takes plugging it into the headphone jack on the Xbox One controller. Some older controllers don't have a built-in headphone jack, so you'll need to either get a new one or buy one of Microsoft's adapters.
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Which Xbox controllers have a headphone jack?

Xbox Controller Wireless for Xbox One,Xbox One X/S,Xbox Series X/S,Capes Controller with 3.5mm Headphone Jack(Black)
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How do you set up a headset microphone?

To install a new microphone, follow these steps:
  1. Make sure your microphone is connected to your PC.
  2. Select Start > Settings > System > Sound.
  3. In Sound settings, go to Input and in the Choose your input device list, select the microphone or recording device you want to use.
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How do I turn on the microphone on my PS4 controller?

Depending on the screen, you can use the L2 button on the controller to enable and disable the voice recognition feature. To use the voice recognition feature, select (Settings) > [System] > [Voice Operation Settings], and then select the checkbox for [Operate PS4 with Voice].
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How do I connect my headset and controller to my PC?

Simple connect the USB dongle to the Pc and press the sync button. It will connect to the controller and you are good to go. If you connect a headset to the controller, it should work without any problems. Just as good as it would work if you were playing on an Xbox console.
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How do I turn on my headset mic on Xbox One?

Press and hold the Xbox button and go to 'Audio'. Turn on 'Headset mic'. From now on, you can communicate via the microphone. You turn this function off the same way, even when you're in the middle of a game.
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How do I setup my Xbox headset?

Go to the Bluetooth connections menu on your device and scan for available devices. The headset should appear as Xbox Wireless Headset in the available devices list. When the headset connects with your device, the power light will stop flashing.
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How do I get to my headset settings?

Computer Headsets: How to Set the Headset as the Default Audio Device
  1. In the search box on the taskbar, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
  2. Click Hardware and Sound.
  3. Under the Sound tab, click Manage Audio Devices.
  4. On the Playback tab, click your headset, and then click the Set Default button.
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Can you use USB headset on PS4?

select (Settings) > [Devices] > [Audio Devices]. Select the audio input device to use. Adjust the audio input level of a headset or USB microphone for chatting or broadcasting.
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Can you hook Bluetooth headphones to PS4?

The simple answer is: Yes. You can connect Bluetooth headsets to PS4 to play games on your console. The PS4 uses the CTIA (Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association) standard, the latest technology for headphone inputs. This means that they can work with normal Bluetooth headsets.
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Can I use AirPods on PS4?

Can You Connect Your AirPods to PS4? The short answer is: yes! Gaming with AirPods on your PS console of choice is possible, but with some considerations.
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What is the headphone jack on the PS4 controller for?

For the PlayStation 4, you can just use a regular set of 3.5mm headphones to hear game audio through the port on the DualShock 4.
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How do I change my headset settings on PS4?

You can set the audio that is output to your compatible headset. You can select all audio, or only chat audio. Select Sound and Screen > Audio Output Settings > Output to Headphones. The default setting is Chat Audio.
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Why is my headset mic not showing up as an input device?

Navigate to the System setting and click on Sound in the left sidebar. Next, click on Manage sound devices under the Troubleshoot button in the Input devices settings. Scroll down, locate your device under the Disabled section, and enable your microphone by clicking Enable.
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Which audio jack for headset?

3.5mm audio port

The single 3.5mm connector connects to the 3.5mm audio jack on the PC. A double 3.5mm audio connector has a pink and a green connector. You connect the pink 3.5mm connector to the pink port and the green connector to the green port. The gaming headset is now connected to the PC.
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