New Logitech headset fails to control headset volume properly
New Logitech headset fails to control headset volume properly
- A user transitioned from an old Logitech H390 headset to a newer version due to the original one cutting out.
- The new headset's volume button unexpectedly adjusts the main speaker volume instead of controlling the headset volume.
- This issue prompted the user to seek help as the original headset functioned properly in the same configuration.
Story
In recent days, a user experienced an issue with a newly purchased Logitech H390 USB headset on their Windows 10 desktop. The original headset had functioned well for years during Zoom calls, including having a reliable volume/mute button. However, upon replacing the original headset with a new revision of the same model, the user found that the volume button did not work as expected. Instead of adjusting the headset volume, it seemed to adjust the main speaker volume. The user observed that when the original headset was connected, the behavior was corrected. This discrepancy raised questions about the design or configuration of the newer headset, especially since both devices appeared identical in the sound manager settings. The user sought assistance and potential explanations for this unusual behavior, indicating that despite no apparent differences in settings, the headsets behaved differently in practical use. This incident reflects the challenges consumers may face with newer electronic products, potentially leading to frustration and inconvenience when expected functions do not perform as anticipated, prompting the user to reach out for help.