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ARSY Ne-2 Streamer Review
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Multicore
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That sounds even more inconvenient and expensive than either my crawling or ladder solutions.
Or is your point that I should already have a more complicated network with convenient RJ45 spigots because devices with configuration protocols like ARSY Ne-2 exist?
It can work with Bubbleupnp
Thank you for test. I will reply to your email as soon as possible.Tested Toslink and it is perfect as far as output:
However, I am not able to see Airplay or UPnP working. I have email to the company.
watchnerd
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Then you should change this statement on the website:
"Equipped CS43198 DAC - The latest generation CS43198 DAC supports up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM and DSD256 (Direct Stream Digital) audio formats, providing exceptional audio clarity. "
It is misleading if the device does not support DSD streaming.
watchnerd
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Well, I have a more complicated mesh network for its own reason -- to improve WiFi signal around the house and property.
That's why most people run WiFi hotspots.
For example, without the hotspot in my living room, my car's WiFi signal isn't so great, and without that, it can't download over-the-air firmware updates.
The benefit to a streamer directly connecting to a hot spot is just a side effect of a bigger network.
Thank you for your reminder. We will correct it as soon as possible
Kudos on a great device. Is adding support for Google Cast on your roadmap?
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I will test this week and reply to you as soon as possible
watchnerd
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Thank you.
Does the device support Roon RAAT (Roon's native protocol over IP)?
RAAT is used for zone grouping in Roon.
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I understand why people have more complex networks than mine. But I don't think getting a more complex network in order to do a one-time setup of this device is all that persuasive.
As I mentioned I don’t want another app to stream Qobuz, but looks like WiiM supports Chromecast, is this what you’re referring to?
watchnerd
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Okay, but if you already have one, it's not like adding the Arsy is some big hard feat requiring amazing skills.
You literally just plug it in.
And wifi mesh networks at home are incredibly common.
It's not a huge deal for me as I have only about 50 or so DSD albums (vs. thousands of PCM recordings) but I have to say that is disappointing and quite misleading!
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I still don't see any advantage to this over a RP4 or a Wiim, both which have run for years without issue. Not having any kind of user interface seems like a hinderance than an advantage especially when something goes awry. I am slowly moving away from Chromecast audio after the blackout and looking for alternatives but this doesn't seem like a good solution for my needs.
Now the device only support Roon bridge, in the future it will.
Sorry, we will correct it as soon as possible
Is it because of licensing costs? How much does Google charge? Just curious.
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