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ASUS Xonar U1
[FAQ]
Q1: Does the Xonar U1 support Windows Vista?
Answer:
Yes, the Xonar U1 driver package does support Windows Vista and most key
features are available.
Q2: Why does the Xonar U1 support Dolby technologies?
Answer:
Dolby is the ONLY brand and technologies recognized by the CE industry and
available on a wide range of audio equipment. Xonar includes these features to
make your PC a powerful media and entertainment center.
Q3: Why do I need Dolby for PC games?
Answer:
1.
Dolby Digital and Pro-Logic IIx are available on the latest game consoles,
like XBOX360, PS3, and Wii. Dolby can provide the best gaming sound
experience and compatibility with home theater or TV systems.
2.
Dolby Headphone and Dolby Virtual Speaker are the best 3D sound
positioning, spatial modeling and 5.1-channel virtualization technology for
regular stereo headphones and speakers.
Q4: Will PCM sound output through S/PDIF be just 2 channels even with
different analog output channels?
Answer:
The S/PDIF protocol specification (IEC-60958) can only carry 2-channel PCM data
or non-PCM AC3 data. So, when a user selects PCM output for S/PDIF, the Xonar
U1 will always deliver 2 channel PCM data through the S/PDIF output port. For
attaining 5.1 channel surround sounds, you can select Dolby Digital Live encoding
output from the S/PDIF out menu, which will allow the Xonar U1 to deliver 5.1
surround sound for games, DVD movies, and even stereo music.
Q5: Why is it that while playing audio CD, I cannot adjust volume from the
path: Mixer page > Playback > CD?
Answer:
If you are using the Microsoft
®
Windows Media Player to play audio files, you
have to change the playback setting of your CD optical drive to
Analog
. Open
the Windows Media Player and do the following to change the setting:
Tools >
Options > Device > CD Properties > Playback > Analog
.
