Q: Which audio interface mode should I use on Windows?
Use ASIO mode for professional DAWs like Cubase, Pro Tools, or Ableton Live — it offers lower latency. Use WDM mode for general applications like Zoom, Teams, or media players. On macOS, DVS uses Core Audio automatically.
Q: What buffer size should I set in ASIO mode?
A setting between 512 and 1024 samples is a safe starting point. Higher-performance computers can use lower values for reduced latency; if you experience audio glitches, increase the buffer size.
Q: What Dante Latency setting should I use?
Use 4ms on high-spec computers with low scheduling jitter. If your computer is busy or you hear intermittent audio dropouts, increase to 6ms or 10ms.
Q: Should I only configure the channels I need?
Yes. DVS uses your computer's CPU resources proportionally to the number of channels configured. Only configure the channel count you actually need to keep resource usage low and performance stable.
Q: Do I need a Gigabit network connection?
A Gigabit (1 Gbps) Ethernet connection is recommended for best performance. Also ensure all devices are on the same subnet, and that your network switch has EEE (Energy Efficient Ethernet) disabled and IGMP Snooping disabled (on managed switches).
Q: How do I avoid sample rate conversion issues on Windows?
Ensure the Windows Shared Mode default format for DVS in WDM mode matches the sample rate set in the DVS Dante Controller. If they don't match, Windows will resample the audio, which can degrade quality.
Q: What bit depth should I use?
The default of 24 bits per sample is recommended. Make sure the ASIO bit depth matches the DVS bit depth — if they don't match, audio will be truncated or padded, which can affect quality.
Q: Should I close other applications while using DVS?
If your computer is running many applications, DVS may need a higher latency setting to perform reliably. For critical recording or playback sessions, close unnecessary background applications to free up system resources.