ASIO Target

The ASIO Target feature (Windows only) allows you to send audio output from the application to a selected ASIO-compatible device. ASIO (Audio Stream Input/Output) is a professional audio driver protocol that delivers low-latency, high-performance audio processing, making it ideal for professional audio applications.

By using ASIO Target, you can route audio from Composer to external ASIO devices such as audio interfaces, mixers, or digital audio workstations (DAWs). This ensures precise audio playback and real-time monitoring, which is essential for scenarios that require high-quality audio output.

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Autostart

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The "Autostart when application starts" option allows you to configure whether to automatically begin streaming audio when Composer launches or reloads a project.
If this option is disabled, you will need to start the ASIO Target manually after launching Composer.

Devices

The Devices section allows you to select the ASIO device you want to use for audio output, configure its settings, and view important device information.

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Selecting an ASIO Device
To select an ASIO device for audio output, follow these steps:

  1. Open the ASIO Device Dropdown Menu:
    The dropdown menu will display all available ASIO devices connected to your system. These may include audio interfaces, mixers, or other ASIO-compatible hardware.
  2. Choose Your Device:
    Click on the dropdown menu and select the ASIO device you wish to use. Once selected, Composer will route audio to that device for playback.
Note:

ASIO Target is a Windows-only feature. If your device doesn’t appear in the list, ensure that it supports ASIO, the necessary ASIO drivers are installed correctly, and the device is connected properly.

Device Information
Once an ASIO device is selected, you can view information about its output capabilities:

  • Total Channels:
    Displays the total number of output channels available on the selected ASIO device. The number of channels varies depending on the device, with some devices supporting multiple outputs for advanced routing and mixing.

ASIO Control Panel
Each ASIO device has a dedicated Control Panel that allows you to fine-tune device-specific settings. To access the control panel:

  • Click the "ASIO Control Panel" Button:
    This opens the control panel for the selected ASIO device, where you can adjust settings such as buffer size, sample rate, and input/output channels for optimal performance.
  • Adjust the Device Settings:
    In the ASIO Control Panel, you can configure various options to optimize audio output, including:
    • Buffer Size: Control latency for real-time performance.
    • Sample Rate: Adjust the quality of the audio output.
    • Input/Output Channels: Configure which channels are used for audio output.
Note:

The Settings in the ASIO Control Panel are provided by the device manufacturer. If you’re unsure about any adjustments, refer to the device’s user manual or support resources.

Status

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The Status section provides real-time information about the current state of the operator. This allows you to quickly check if the operator is running and view any relevant status updates.

Action

The Commands section allows you to manually control the ASIO streaming. You can start or stop the streaming to the ASIO device as needed.

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  • Start – Begins streaming audio from the selected ASIO device into Composer.
  • Stop – Stops the ASIO input streaming, preventing further audio from being processed.