Here's a weird one... I have a MacBookPro18, two external monitors, and a HD Pro Webcam. Macbook is closed so just using the two monitors. Using Google Hangouts in Chrome, in settings the microphone default is set to the HD Pro Webcam. Here's the fun part... during meetings, the mic keeps switching to the built in mic, which is off because the laptop is closed.
Any ideas on why and how to stop?
MacBook Pro
Hello hbdog,
We would suggest starting up the system in what is called safe mode. This will help isolate this issue.
To start in safe mode, follow these steps:
1. Turn on or restart your Mac, then immediately press and hold the Shift key as your Mac starts up.
2. Release the key when you see the login window, then log in to your Mac.
3. You might be asked to log in again. On either the first or second login window, you should see ”Safe Boot” in the upper-right corner of the window.
More information is available here: How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support
The computer will take longer to start in safe mode, and the screen may have some distorted video as it starts up. This is normal. Once you are logged in, use the system and test to see if the issue continues.
If everything seems to work as expected, go ahead and restart the computer normally and test again. Starting in safe mode forces the computer to run some disk checks similar to First Aid. This can resolve some issues.
If the issue continues, you may want to reach out to the developer of the app being used when this is happening.
Have a good day.
Google Hangout Mic Changes during Meetings
