HP Internet Handset - Manual (Page 17)

Another Program Wants To Use Skype
The first time you sign into Skype with the HP application running, you must authorize the connection
access by selecting Allow this program to use Skype, and then clicking OK.
Automatic Audio Switching Technology
When making or receiving a call using Skype, you can choose to use the computer microphone and
speakers, or the HP Internet Handset.
To use this function, make sure that the Skype settings for Microphone, Speakers, and Ringing are set to
Windows default device.
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