Mac OS X 10.2: Volume Indicator is Erratic With Key Repeat Rate At Maximum

The Mac OS X on-screen volume indicator may behave erratically if the volume up or down keys are held when the Keyboard Repeat Rate is set to maximum.
Symptom

The volume indicator jumps erratically when you hold the volume up or down keys.



Solution

1. Choose Apple Menu > System Preferences.

2. Choose View > Keyboard.

3. Drag the slider to lower the Keyboard Repeat Rate setting.

Published Date: Feb 18, 2012