What type of clock does Dante generate?

Dante generates a Video / Word Clock. In audio networking, particularly in digital audio systems, clock signals are essential for ensuring synchronization across devices. Dante uses a method called Precision Time Protocol (PTP) to achieve accurate synchronization between devices on the network. This method allows the devices to remain in lockstep, ensuring that audio samples are processed and transmitted at the correct times.

The reason for the specificity in the clock type is rooted in Dante’s design and purpose. Video / Word Clock refers to the synchronization method used to keep audio equipment aligned with each other and with video systems when they are used together. Using this approach, Dante facilitates low latency and reliable transmission of audio without the risk of drift, making it ideal for professional audio applications.

The other options include Time Code, which is a different mechanism used for synchronizing devices with time reference in film and video production, and the combination of both Time Code and Video / Word Clock, which does not accurately represent what Dante produces. Therefore, the most accurate characterization of Dante's clock generation is that it generates a Video / Word Clock.