Re my earlier note, I've just tried the built in TV Tuner (never used it before !) and sound here on TV broadcasts is fine. Music files/streaming audio is still off.
Does this clarify anything or just muddy the waters further !?
Mike
Minkey
3.4 P4, XP Home SP2, 1 GB ram, BT BB 2 meg, NIS 2004, Spybot & Adaware.