how to output to usb dac in w7 - Head-Fi: Covering Headphones, Earphones and Portable Audio

ronmtorres · #1 (**permalink**) 10-29-2009, 06:46 AM

hi guys,

I am using windows 7 right now and please help me re: how i can tell my laptop to output the sound to my usb dac instead of the headphone jack. thanks very much!

SirDrexl · #2 (**permalink**) 10-29-2009, 07:20 AM

In Control Panel, go to Sound, then look under the Playback tab. You will see a list of your devices. Set the DAC as the default device.

fenixdown110 · #3 (**permalink**) 10-29-2009, 07:38 AM

If it's not showing up in the drop down list, you will need to install a driver. However, most DAC's these days don't need a driver.

ronmtorres · #4 (**permalink**) 10-29-2009, 07:42 AM

thanks both! will try