Not able to record old LPs using USB connection

Hello, I have purchased a Victrola USB turntable. I upgraded the Audacity software to current 2.4.2. I am attempting to transfer some VERY OLD LPs (like from 1960s and 70s MONO) to digital format using USB connection direct to my Windows 10 desktop PC. I cannot hear the LP music through my PC (yes I have selected the Software playthrough of input option) while it is playing. The WAV and MP3 files that I save appear to be empty, no sound plays when I try to listen to them. Using the monitor feature shows that something is being monitored however I am not seeing any activity on the audio track. I have watched a number of YouTube instructional videos, tried all Host, Microphone and Output options but still can’t get anything. Can someone please provide some assistance, suggestions.

Thank you.
ACHA

The WAV and MP3 files that I save appear to be empty, no sound plays when I try to listen to them. Using the monitor feature shows that something is being monitored however I am not seeing any activity on the audio track.

Do you see a waveform?

I have watched a number of YouTube instructional videos, tried all Host, Microphone and Output options but still can’t get anything.

Select the USB device as your [u]Recording Device[/u] and select your regular speakers as your playback device.