Operation Manual

The size of the buffer also determines the latency of the software. Larger buffers lead to higher latency. Choosing
different buffer sizes may help the software work better with your sound card or sound device. Smaller buffers lead to
lower latency but also possible audio gapping.
Open Mixer...
This button opens the Window's mixer to allow you to configure the inputs or recording levels for your sound devices.
ASIO Preferences
These are the preference options if ASIO mode is selected on the Sound Device Preferences. ASIO is an alternative
driver system that allows for lower latency and better synchronization between playback and recording.
Tip: Always make sure that you have the latest drivers for your sound device or sound card. Visit your sound device
or sound card manufacturer's website.
Default Input (Recording)
Choose the default sound input to record audio from. Please note that on Vista, you may need to make sure the
device is on and plugged in, otherwise it may not show up.
Default Output (Playback)
Choose the sound output to play audio from. Please note that on Vista, you need to make sure the device is on and
plugged in to speakers, otherwise it may not show up.
ASIO Device
Choose the default ASIO Device to record from. ASIO only allows for one device at a time.
Open Mixer...
This button opens the ASIO mixer for the ASIO Device and allows you to choose the latency settings and other more
advanced settings. (The ASIO mixer is made by a 3rd party and will look different depending on what type of sound
device you have.)
WaveRT Preferences
These are the preference options if WaveRT mode is selected on the Sound Device Preferences. WaveRT stands for
Wave Real Time and is Microsoft's new audio driver layer for Window's Vista only.
Latency
Adjust the number of milliseconds of latency that you'd like. Lower numbers are better for performance. However, as
you lower the latency, you are also increasing the potential for audio gapping or non-continuous audio.
WaveRT is the preferred driver. Make sure that you have the latest drivers for your sound device. Also, contact your
sound device manufacturer to see if the audio drivers support WaveRT properly.
Exclusive Mode
For Windows 7, you have the option of running Mixcraft in Exclusive Mode. This will take over exclusive control of the
sound device. Adjust the latency to less than 20 milliseconds! Note that when you go into Exclusive Mode, other
programs will not have access to the sound device and will have to be restarted after Mixcraft is either shut down or
out of Exclusive Mode in order for sound to play again in them.
Recording Preferences
Default Project Recording Folder
This folder is the default recording folder. Each project has its own recording folder that is initially assigned to this
folder. Click Browse... to choose a new default recording folder.