Headless mac mini audio output issues

[blockman]

Sorry if this has already been discussed on another thread... I've found a few posts with this question but couldn't seem to find an answer.

 

I've just finished setting up my mac mini through an Esoteric RZ-1 DAC via USB.

 

Using splashtop, I can easily configure the audio output to the esoteric and everything works great.

 

My issue is that I was hoping to only use splashtop for system maintenance, so I setup the free apple remote app... and every time I switch to that app on my ipad or iphone, the audio reverts to the internal speakers.

 

Is there a way to completely disable the internal speakers and/or make the usb output to the dac the default at all times? When I log back in through the VNC the audio output has automatically been switched back to the internal speakers.

 

Thanks to anyone who can help me out with this.

[a.dent]

Are you using iTunes as your player.

If so try using Bitperfect and see if the problem persists.

I tried to duplicate on my headless Macmini but could not, but I have a different DAC.

[pooger]

On your mini, open up the splashtop app, and go to settings. Change the sound choice so that sound only gets output to the mini. This will take care of it! Has nothing to do with DACs or what app the mini is running.

[blockman]

Thanks pooger, that took care of it!