08-20-2022
06:43 AM
- last edited on
03-06-2024
10:14 PM
by
ROGBot
08-22-2022 11:54 AM
08-23-2022 01:39 AM
xeromist wrote:
Most onboard optical outputs don't have Dolby or DTS. They are licensed technologies that cost the manufacturers (and then consumers) extra to include. I ended up buying a separate SoundBlaster card so I could get 5.1 optical.
08-23-2022 04:48 PM
08-24-2022 02:06 AM
xeromist wrote:
Alternatives are the discrete analog outputs or running a separate HDMI to your receiver (if it supports it).
It's not super expensive to add in a card. The Soundblaster Z supports DTS and I see some on Ebay for $60 USD.
08-24-2022 05:55 PM
08-25-2022 12:20 AM
08-27-2022 02:56 AM
MasterC@ROG wrote:
xeromist is correct, if you prefer true 5.1 surround then you'll need to use the analog 3.5 mm connectors. Do note that even if S/PDIF supported 5.1, the digital signal bypasses all DSP settings - any personalized settings must be available on the speakers. The key benefit from using analog is that you get all the software features and complete control over the DSP, Bass Boost, Sound Optimization, etc.
09-29-2022 04:50 AM