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The thread discusses a user experiencing issues with Bluetooth speakers that previously worked seamlessly with their laptop. Despite the speakers being connected and appearing under device settings, they do not appear in the playback devices list, preventing the user from selecting them as output. The user seeks guidance on how to make the Bluetooth speakers show up for audio playback, indicating frustration but willingness to learn.

Dave T

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Hi All, I am quite new to computers and have a very basic understanding. That said I am really enjoying learning and developing.

I have a problem setting up my bluetooth speakers. I have had the speaker set up for a little while and it was working brilliantly until a couple of days ago. When turned on, all audio (itunes, youtube and computer alerts) played fine through the speakers; if i turned the speaker off the built in lap top speakers kicked in. I did not need to relink, pair or reinstall at any time and I could just turn it on and again it would just kick in.

A few days ago the speaker didn't kick in but it was still linked/paired and connected. trouble shooter found no problems. The speaker works fine with ipad and phone.

I have tried to reinstall it but the laptop now doesn't even recognise it. I feel I am probably missing something obvious but it is driving me mad.

As I said I only have a basic computer knowledge but would like to crack this and have the speaker working as it was before.

Any help would be greatly received
Regards
Dave T
 

Dave T

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Hi All, Okay an update.
I have managed to install the bluetooth speakers although they still do not work, I have noted the following:

1. The speakers are showing on the devices page.
2. Checking the bluetooth connection page it is showing connected with a good signal.
3. However it is not showing in the playback devices page which only shows the internal speakers, it also doesn't show as a disabled device.
4. internal speakers and headphone socket of laptop are working fine.

I suppose the question is how do i get the speakers to show up on the playback devices so i can select it?

I am totally confused.

Any ideas? Thanks