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    SZ- Getting audio-out at the USB connector?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by notaguru, May 8, 2008.

  1. notaguru

    notaguru Notebook Consultant

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    SZ670/Vista on the Sony base. For some reason, there is no audio in/out on the standard dock.

    I'd like to get audio from the dock's USB port to a standard 3.5mm female adapter into which my desktop speakers will be plugged. That would eliminate the last hookup to the laptop while it's on the base.

    Is there a way to do it?

    Thanks,

    Notaguru
     
    notaguru, May 8, 2008
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  2. bogart

    bogart Notebook Evangelist

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    You will need to use a USB DAC, such as the RSA Predator or Headamp Pico, which will completely bypass your existing on-board sound device when it's plugged in. A whole list of USB DACs is available here.
     
    bogart, May 8, 2008
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