Problem detected with audio clock. Check clock source and sample rate are correct

[mongrel8686]

Using Pro Tools 10 with Zoom r16 interface (ASIO). I HAVE had it working, but since upgrading from PT9 to PT10 i have been getting a very common error whenever I press play, saying that "Problem detected with audio clock. Check that your clock source and sample rate are correct". I have checked that the sample rate is the same between PT and the interface, and this is the only audio device I'm using.

I have tried using different sample rates, all which ARE supported by the zoom r16. I have also tried to spot a problem with the clock source, but I cannot find any issues as there is no clock in the r16 and it uses the internal clock from pro tools. I have tried changing USB cables and turned off my Wi-Fi. I reinstalled pro tools and I also reinstalled windows which fixed the problem temporarilly, but the problem reoccurred within a week of using pro tools.

Can someone please shed some light onto why I am recieving this error which therefore prevents me from basically using the program?

I am aware that my computer is not the best of specs (I am saving up to build a dedicated recording computer), but the program HAS been working, so I'm confused as to why it has decided to give me hell.

Here's a Sandra report:

SiSoftware Sandra

SiSoftware Sandra

Computer
Model : Toshiba Satellite L510
Workgroup : WORKGROUP
Host Name : Daniel-PC
User : Daniel Bonney

Processor
Model : Pentium(R) Dual-Core CPU T4300 @ 2.10GHz
Speed : 2.1GHz
Cores per Processor : 2 Unit(s)
Type : Mobile, Dual-Core
Integrated Data Cache : 2x 32kB, Synchronous, Write-Thru, 8-way, 64 byte line size
L2 Cache : 1MB, ECC, Synchronous, ATC, 4-way, 64 byte line size, 2 threads sharing

Computer
Mainboard : Toshiba Portable PC
BIOS : INSYDE 1.50 12/15/2009
Bus(es) : X-Bus PCI PCIe IMB USB i2c/SMBus
Multi-Processor (MP) Support : No
Multi-Processor Advanced PIC (APIC) : Yes
Total Memory : 3GB DDR3 SO-DIMM

Chipset
Model : Toshiba GM45 Mobile Controller Hub
Front Side Bus Speed : 4x 200MHz (800MHz)
Total Memory : 4GB DDR3 SO-DIMM
Channels : 2
Memory Bus Speed : 2x 400MHz (800MHz)

Memory Module(s)
Memory Module : Samsung M4 70T5663EH3-CF7 2GB DDR2 SO-DIMM PC2-6400U DDR2-800 (5-6-6-18 3-24-6-3)
Memory Module : Samsung M4 70T5663EH3-CF7 2GB DDR2 SO-DIMM PC2-6400U DDR2-800 (5-6-6-18 3-24-6-3)

Video System
Video Adapter : ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4500 Series (80 SM4.1, 256MB DDR3 32-bit, PCIe 2.00 x16)

Graphics Processor
STREAM GP Processor : ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4500 Series (80SP)

Storage Devices
TOSHIBA MK3255GSX (320.1GB, SATA300, 2.5", 5400rpm, 8MB Cache) : 298GB (C:)
Seagate ST31000333AS (1TB, USB2/SATA300, 3.5", 7200rpm) : 932GB (E:)
HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N (SATA150, DVD+-RW, CD-RW, 1MB Cache) : N/A (D:)
EFEPWF IFW9AJGXUZ (SCSI, BD-R, HD-DVD-R, DVD+-R-DL, CD-R) : N/A (Z:)

Logical Storage Devices
S3A7203D003 (C:) : 285GB (NTFS) @ TOSHIBA MK3255GSX (320.1GB, SATA300, 2.5", 5400rpm, 8MB Cache)
Hard Disk (E:) : 932GB (NTFS) @ Seagate ST31000333AS (1TB, USB2/SATA300, 3.5", 7200rpm)
TOSHIBA SYSTEM VOLUME : 1GB (NTFS)
Optical Drive (D:) : N/A @ HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT20N (SATA150, DVD+-RW, CD-RW, 1MB Cache)
Optical Drive (Z:) : N/A @ EFEPWF IFW9AJGXUZ (SCSI, BD-R, HD-DVD-R, DVD+-R-DL, CD-R)

Peripherals
LPC Hub Controller 1 : Toshiba (ICH9M) LPC Interface Controller
LPC Legacy Controller 1 : Winbond WPCE775LA
Audio Device : Toshiba (ICH9) HD Audio Controller
Audio Codec : Realtek Semi High Definition Audio
Audio Codec : Lucent/Agere Systems (Was: AT&T MicroElectronics) HDA softmodem
Audio Device : Toshiba RV730XT Audio device [Radeon HD 4670]
Serial Port(s) : 5
Disk Controller : Toshiba (ICH9) Mobile SATA AHCI Controller
USB Controller 1 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB Universal Host Controller
USB Controller 2 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB Universal Host Controller
USB Controller 3 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB2 Enhanced Host Controller
USB Controller 4 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB Universal Host Controller
USB Controller 5 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB Universal Host Controller
USB Controller 6 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB Universal Host Controller
USB Controller 7 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB Universal Host Controller
USB Controller 8 : Toshiba (ICH9) USB2 Enhanced Host Controller
SMBus/i2c Controller 1 : Intel ICH SMBus

Printers and Faxes
Printer : HP Photosmart C4100 series (1200x1200, USB, Colour)
Fax : Microsoft Shared Fax Driver (200x200)
Printer : CutePDF Writer (4000x4000, Colour)

Network Services
Network Adapter : Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller (Ethernet)
Wireless Adapter : Realtek RTL8192E Wireless LAN 802.11n PCI-E NIC (802.11g (ERP), AES-CCMP, 60Mbps)

Power Management
Power Supply No 1 : OEM_Define2 OEM_Define1 Regulator 75.000W

Operating System
Windows System : Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 6.01.7601 (Service Pack 1)
Platform Compliance : x86

Windows Experience Index
Current System : 3.6

[breaksone]

I have the same problem, you have find any solution? I´m installing asio4all and rules with only asio, but with my saffire pro 40 jump the message that you post :/

[breaksone]

I buy the protools study version, and i have this problem, i test very things but i don´t get that my protools rules with focusrite saffire pro 40, i see a other post from other people but anybody reply... can help me anybody?

[aussie45]

I have the same problem. Looks like no one at Avid or Focusrite is listening.

Mac Pro running Pro Tools 10.3.5 with a new Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 that I purchased today. No matter what I try to change in Protools prefs or Saffire Mix Control 3.2, I keep getting this message when I try playing a previously recorded PT10 session.

"Problem detected with audio clock. Check that your clock source and sample rate are correct"

[elliot@focusrite]

Hi there,

I am sorry to hear you are having problems getting your Focusrite interface working in Pro Tools. If you are still having problems, please contact us here and we will be happy to help you out.

Elliot // Focusrite Technical Support

[YYR123]

Originally Posted by aussie45

I have the same problem. Looks like no one at Avid or Focusrite is listening.

Bam......showin an aussie what's up....Now that is service.....

[aussie45]

Originally Posted by YYR123

Bam......showin an aussie what's up....Now that is service.....

...and the ignorance of a Texas redneck. Yahoo!

[YYR123]

Well that wasn't really the tone that I was going for when i wrote that but since You went there....lets do this

I wasn't the one having problems with my audio clock - and I wasn't the smart one who posted complaining about Focusrite on an avid web forum

I actually don't have any audio problems with my interface at all but that's probably b/c I'm too redneck to know better or perhaps too ignorant to care

However kudos to Elliot / katherine and the host of the Focusrite team that has helped countless - thank you

Now go fix ur sh|t aussie

[John_Toolbox]

Back on topic guys, the personal attacks are not necessary.

[Katherine_Focusrite]

Thanks for the mention YYR123 :)

Breaksone: I notice you mention having "Pro Tools Study" Version? I would recommend checking the exact version and that it is compatible with third party or non Digidesign interfaces such as Focusrite. In your individual case it could be that you have a version of PT that is not able to use your interface, and thus not able to see it's clock, or is searching for Digidesign Hardware's clock.

Additionally ASIO4ALL is not something we would recommend with the Saffire Pro 40. ASIO4ALL is a driver designed for use when you have a device that does not come with it's own ASIO driver, or need ASIO for a device that is not truly ASIO enabled. Thus is will not perform as well as the ASIO drivers we have written and constantly update for our specific interfaces. This could be a potential source of the problem, or and additional factor contributing to a problem that has roots elsewhere.

To others with this error:

This error can occur for a variety of issues, and there is no one magic "Fix." Thus it is best to contact us (or your other hardware manufacturer) so we can assist you and your specific computer to find the correct solution for your case.

Please check out our Answerbase and Contact Support Page if you need any Focusrite assistance!

Best regards.