I can’t hear any sound from my analog speakers

Instructions:

1.Xonar DX PCI Express audio card needs the power cable to supply addition power in addition to the basic PCI Express bus power. Please double check you have plugged the small 4-pin power plug onto Xonar DX power connector. If you did not plug the internal power, Xonar DX audio center will remind you a warning message and won’t allow your operation when you double click Xonar DX audio center icon in the system tray.

2.Please ensure that you have connected speakers properly and have powered on your speakers

3.Please ensure that the device master volume or the software player has NOT been muted on the Xonar DX Audio Center

4.If you are using Dolby Digital Live encoder through the S/PDIF output, the analog output will be muted to get rid of the interference between your digital speaker system and analog speakers or headphones. Please check if this is the case.

5.Please go to the sound and audio device of Windows Control Panel to check if the playback default device is set to Xonar DX Audio Device, instead of other onboard AC97 or HDA codec device. If it’s not, please set it to Xonar DX Audio Device and restart your applications.

6.Please try restart your Windows.

I can’t hear audio input (Mic, Line-in, AUX, etc.) from my speakers Instructions:

1.Please go to the mixer recording page in the Audio Center and select the correct input as the recording source. If you are using Windows Vista, please also go to system audio control panel to see the current default recording/ input device is right.

2.Please remember to turn on the digital monitoring button for that recording source.

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Xonar DX, XONARH6 specifications

The Asus Xonar H6 and Xonar DX are two prominent sound cards from the reputable Asus brand, designed to enhance the audio experience for both gamers and audiophiles. These cards embody advanced audio technologies that cater to diverse needs in sound output and quality.

The Asus Xonar H6 is a high-fidelity sound card that stands out due to its ability to deliver exceptional sound quality. It features a premium-quality DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) that provides an impressive dynamic range and low distortion levels. One of the key technologies employed in the Xonar H6 is the ASUS Hyper Grounding technology, which helps to minimize electromagnetic interference, resulting in clearer sound reproduction. The Xonar H6 also supports 7.1 channel surround sound, which offers an immersive listening experience whether for gaming or movie watching. Its ability to process audio files up to 24-bit/192kHz ensures that every detail and nuance is captured, providing a rich and authentic sound.

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