Online documentation for Play3DSound

Generated 2006-03-17

A 3-D sound component that plays an audio file.

Description

This component allows special effect controls on a sound source based on the audio source movement. One is able to specify the geographical origin of the sound from the frame of reference of the listener. It also allows one to specify certain parameters such as 'doppler factor', 'rolloff factor', etc.

Installation

Requires a Microsoft Windows OS with a DirectX compatible sound card. Should be standard on most PC machines.

Configuration

In order to properly appreciate the 3D sound effects, you need to have a surround sound system. You should configure your speaker setup around the listener.

Usage

To play an audio file, set the path for the location of the audio file in the 'soundfile' property. Set 'loop' to true in order to loop the sound track. Set 'soundPos' in the format X, Y, Z in order to set the virtual location of the sound source.

Technical Details

Makes use of DirectX Audio API.