What is a key characteristic of devices identified as "latent" within a Dante network?

Devices identified as "latent" within a Dante network are characterized by their functioning status while not being currently visible to other devices on the network. This can occur for several reasons, such as network configurations or operational states that prevent these devices from being actively discovered by other components in the network. The latent status implies that although these devices are operational and capable of sending or receiving audio, their visibility to the network may be intermittent or restricted, often due to network conditions or settings that do not allow for full communication.

A device's visibility is crucial for network management and audio routing, but latent devices may not appear in discovery tools or user interfaces despite being ready to operate. Understanding this characteristic is essential to troubleshoot or manage a Dante network effectively, particularly when ensuring that all devices are correctly integrated and communicating as intended.

In the context of Dante, having a clear grasp of latency dynamics allows users to appreciate how devices interact and respond within the network environment, ensuring optimal performance of audio routing and network resources.