Certain optical digital audio source sample rates may not work for some Intel-based Macs

Symptoms

When connected to the optical digital audio input, 32 kHz (kilohertz) and 88.2 kHz audio input sample rates may not work on Intel-based Macintosh computers. The audio may be damaged or non-existent.

Resolution

Using sample rates of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, or 96 kHz when connected to the optical digital audio input may correct this condition.

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