Many Problems

mattp · 03-10-2004, 06:54 AM

1. I recompiled the kernal, just for the learning experiance. When I rebooted, I got a message: Error while initilizing sound driver. Device /dev/dsp Cannot be opened (no such device). Sound server will continue using null output device. If I try to run alsaconf it says
modinfo:snd:no module by trhat name found.
Then alsa starts and says "No Supported Sound cards"

2. I installed a ttf font, and when I use it in GIMP, it is very small and cannot be sized bigger.

3. My mic doesnt work at all.

Thanks in advance!

rootyard · 03-10-2004, 10:00 AM

Did you make sure to include the proper sound card module in your kernel (either as module or builtin)?

mattp · 03-10-2004, 01:11 PM

I didn't change the kernal config at all. I just wanted to recompile as a learning experiance. Im assume that because alsaconf worked before I recompiled, that it should work without changing anything. Maybe Im wrong tho. Can you tell me how to include it in the kernal compilation?

mattp · 03-10-2004, 06:35 PM

I still can't get this to work. Anyone have any ideas?

Demonbane · 03-10-2004, 06:48 PM

If you're using Slackware 2.4 stock kernel, try reinstalling alsa-driver Slack pack or get the latest ones from Alsa website and compile it yourself.

mattp · 03-10-2004, 07:48 PM

I went to the alsa website. Im really not sure what to download. There is so much on thier ftp site. How can I just reinstall the "alsa-driver Slack pack".

Thanks

mattp · 03-10-2004, 07:58 PM

I found how to uninstall and install packages, is there a command (possibly an argument to installpkg) that will let me reinstall? How is this done?

rootyard · 03-10-2004, 08:32 PM

uninstall and then install = reinstall

mattp · 03-10-2004, 08:37 PM

Okay, Ill try that tonight. Thanks for the tip!

mattp · 03-10-2004, 10:55 PM

I got the sound to work! How can I test the mic tho? I can't find any utilities that allow you to record sound. Any ideas on the font problem?

rootyard · 03-11-2004, 06:39 PM

Your alsa install should include some type of mixer. This usually allows you to control input, output, etc.