Hi, Marc,
That would explain a lot; why one day it worked and the next time I
signed on it didn't. It's one more way that Microsoft can screw up its
users. It is definitely the reason why we converted our remote
operation server from a PC laptop to a Raspberry Pi 4B - No more
unwanted "updates". If it's working, leave it alone.
73s
Raoul W1VNC
On 9/23/2026 1:01 PM, Marc Wiz via wsjt-devel wrote:
I saw some news items a few days ago. This is from Google AI:
The September 2026 Windows 11 security update (KB5124008) is causing
widespread audio failures, specifically affecting USB Audio Class 1.0
devices with a "Code 10" startup error.[1
<https://redmondmag.com/articles/2026/09/16/microsoft-emergency-windows-update-fixes-only-part-of-usb-audio-problem.aspx>]
I am not a Windows person but this seems to coincide with the issue.
73,
Marc
WA6HBR
*Current Outage Details*
* *The Cause:* The September 8 security patch breaks legacy USB
audio peripherals (headsets, speakers, and mics) that rely on USB
Audio Class 1.0.[1
<https://www.zdnet.com/business/windows-11-out-of-band-update-fixes-audio-glitch/>,
2
<https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-11/windows-11s-latest-update-broke-my-speakers-and-im-not-alone>]
* *Symptoms:* Zero audio output, volume controls stuck at zero,
unresponsive sound settings, and Device Manager showing "This
device cannot be started (Code 10)".[1
<https://www.pcworld.com/article/3241102/windows-11s-audio-bugs-wont-be-fixed-until-october.html>]
* *The Fix Status:* Microsoft's emergency out-of-band updates have
only partially resolved the issue, and a comprehensive cumulative
fix is expected during October's Patch Tuesday.[1
<https://www.pcworld.com/article/3241102/windows-11s-audio-bugs-wont-be-fixed-until-october.html>,
2
<https://redmondmag.com/articles/2026/09/16/microsoft-emergency-windows-update-fixes-only-part-of-usb-audio-problem.aspx>]
*Temporary Workarounds*
* *Switch Audio Modes:* If your USB device supports switching from
multi-channel/3D audio down to a standard 2-channel stereo
configuration, it may temporarily restore sound.[1
<https://www.pcworld.com/article/3241102/windows-11s-audio-bugs-wont-be-fixed-until-october.html>,
2
<https://redmondmag.com/articles/2026/09/16/microsoft-emergency-windows-update-fixes-only-part-of-usb-audio-problem.aspx>]
* *Use Non-USB Audio:* Route your sound through a regular 3.5mm
audio jack or a direct wireless Bluetooth connection instead of
the affected USB port.[1
<https://www.zdnet.com/business/windows-11-out-of-band-update-fixes-audio-glitch/>]
* *Reinstall Drivers:* Open Microsoft Device Manager, right-click
your problematic USB audio device, select *Uninstall device*, and
restart your PC to force Windows to re-enumerate the hardware.[1
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GokfRYuIvOY>, 2
<https://www.youtube.com/shorts/U0SdYpuaD8k>]
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026 20:38 CDT, Brent Heffner via wsjt-devel
<[email protected]> wrote:
Check the audio settings. Just had it happen to me
Sent from my iPhone
On Sep 22, 2026, at 5:54 PM, Andrew Neumeier via wsjt-devel
<[email protected]> wrote:
Obviously, this was meant for Raoul
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 05:46:11 PM EDT, Andrew Neumeier
via wsjt-devel <[email protected]> wrote:
Lance,
Really need more information to make a guess on this. Wonder if
wfview is running ok, is it controlling the rig? Does WSJT-X run ok
alone with the rig? Having had similar things to this happen here,
my guess would be that somehow the WSJT-X audio settings have
changed and need to be reset. If you're having trouble with rig
control, perhaps the usb port assignment to the rig has changed.
That happens here sometimes with my linux system.
Hope you find the help you need and get things in order.
73,
Andy, ka2uqw
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 02:38:47 PM EDT, Raoul Drapeau
W1VNC via wsjt-devel <[email protected]> wrote:
My FT-8 system uses wsjt-x and wfview running on a Windows PC.
Installation was easy and it worked great. Then I went on vacation
and now a week later, nothing works.
A friend suggested that maybe a recent update from Microsoft in the
PC's OS might be causing the trouble, since nothing else changed.
But what could it be? Any ideas?
73s
Raoul Drapeau
W1VNC
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