ProsumeThis has some very awesome information in regards to the microphone and lighting modes.Which also "fixes" one of my gripes. Thanks ProsumeThis. : "Protip: you can have the lights on while in mobile mode. Plug the audio cable and make sure the USB transmitter is not plugged in or unpowered, turn the headset on, mic lights will start alternating. Press and hold the MODE button for 10 seconds, while the ear cup and headband lights stay on, mic light will turn off. Another lighting tip, in any mode, you can hold the mode button and have the lights turn on ear cups only or headband only or all off. Enjoy your product.".