On the wizard page with 'Configure DLNA server for your renderer' at the top, select the 'Audiophile 24-bit DAC.' option. You don't need to worry about it for your DAC setup. You may see a pop-up window with an access key - this is for use from other computers running Media Center and from Android and iPhone apps. Make sure 'Media Network' is enabled in Media Center Go to Tools / Options / Media Network and verify that the option 'Use Media Network to share this library.' is checked. Recommended Settings (DAC's connected via DLNA over ethernet) This lets Media Center package the original audio bits exactly how the DAC wants to receive them. Sample rate: No change (if your DAC can't handle some sample rates, modify those to what it accepts) Channels: Source number of channels (or downmix to '2 channels (stereo)' if desired) More info here: Output Format Settings > Bitstreaming Normally set to 'None'. You may also need to choose the output format using DSP Studio. Open device with exclusive access: Checked Channel offset: 0 Settings > DSP & output format. Other settings may cause clicks or pops with some DAC's. Buffer size: Normally 'Hardware default'. Device: Choose your DAC device from the list. Device settings Open device for exclusive access: Checked Disable event style: Unchecked (may need to enable this on some older devices if you have problems) Maximize device volume during playback: Unchecked Play a little silence on DoP stop: Unchecked (try enabling if you experience a 'click' sound on your DAC) Bitdepth: Automatic Buffering: 100ms (If you hear audio hiccups or drop-outs, increase this size) Media Center Mac Audio Output / Output mode: Use 'Core Audio'. Find more information at Audio Output Modes.

Otherwise the best option will normally be 'High Definition Audio Device '. Media Center Windows Audio Device If your device has it's own driver installed, select it from the list. If you have multiple playback zones configured, make sure you first select the zone for which you want to configure audio at the top of the dialog. Recommended Settings (DAC's with direct USB or S/PDIF connection)įor the best quality playback with high-end DACs, use these recommended settings: 2 Recommended Settings (DAC's connected via DLNA over ethernet).1 Recommended Settings (DAC's with direct USB or S/PDIF connection).

Jriver 28