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4.1 Introduction
The POC-S196's onboard audio interface provides high-quality stereo sound by
using the ALC888 audio controller from Realtek. The ALC888 series are high perfor-
mance 7.1+2 channel High Definition Audio Codecs providing ten DAC channels that
simultaneously support 7.1 sound playback, plus 2 channels of independent stereo
sound output (multiple streaming) through the front panel stereo outputs.
All analog Jack is input and output capable, and the headphone amplifier is also inte-
grated for each analog output. All analog I/Os can be re-tasked according to user def-
initions, or automatically switched depending on the connected device type.
4.2 Installation of Audio Driver
Before installing the audio driver, please take note of the procedures detailed below.
You must know which operating system you are using with your POC-S196, and then
refer to the corresponding installation flow chart. Following the steps in the flow chart
you can quickly and successfully complete the installation, even if you are not familiar
with Windows installation instructions.
This setup program will install the audio driver and Realtek utility on your system.
Note! The following Windows illustrations are examples only. You must follow
the flow chart instructions and pay attention to the instructions which
appear on your screen.
Note! The CD-ROM drive is designated as “D” throughout this chapter.
Note! <Enter> means pressing the “Enter” key on the keyboard.