Fix Audio Chat Errors In MSN Messenger

While you are attempting audio chats in Windows Live Messenger, sometimes you may encounter some technical issues like lack of clarity and speed, distortion of sound and a number of similar problems, which make your chatting experience frustrating. Here, the following description aids you to get effective Windows Live help in resolving such malfunctions.

Basic Audio Setup

Often, audio problems may arise due to the lack of proper set up of audio equipments. Fixing this issue is quite easy. When the Windows live messenger program is open, you simply go ahead according to the following directions.
• Click on the Tools menu and then on the Menu button. Next, select Audio & Video Setup and choose the type of speakers and headphones that you are using from the drop down menu that appears.
• Then you have to make sure that the option None is not selected. In addition, you need to choose the correct microphone that you are using from the correct drop down menu in the same window. However, this is not necessary if your headphones have a built in microphone. After doing this, click on the Finish button. Most probably audio will work properly now. If the problem persists, move to the next possible solution.

Broadband Problems

Another issue is errors occurring because of the use of broadband routers. A router is a device that connects the Internet to the PC. Usually, the problem occurs due to the IP address, which is readable only by the computers of the local area network. It means that only conversation among various PCs connected this router is possible. Therefore, when two people are trying to have an audio chat using MSN and both are behind the routers, then they need to disable the Firewall settings. The following instructions will be helpful.
• Click on the Start button, then on Control Panel, next on Security and Firewall button to disable it. This is applicable in Windows XP operating system. If you are using Windows Vista, after selecting Security, click on Windows Firewall, then Change Settings and then click on the Advanced tab when the window appears. Uncheck the connection if you want to disable the firewall.
Distorted Sound is another problem that makes audio chats bothersome. Usually when you try with a compatible headset and microphone, this issue gets fixed. However, for further assistance you can contact the Windows Live help and support centers.