The "Official" Aurender Discussion Thread

[tmhaudio]

The N100H is my first step into the world of streaming but discovering how superior it is vs using a laptop has been quite the revelation! In fact, ripped CDs sound better than via my high-end transport using a CDPro2 laser.

 

My question:

Where to find instructions to use the N100H  "manually", i.e. away from a network, using only the front panel buttons to access & play files on the HDD?

 

This would be VERY useful when traveling to locations without a network or very difficult to connect to the network.

 

Thanks in advance!

 

[tmhaudio]

2 hours ago, AriMargolis said:

Hi @tmhaudio, glad to hear you are enjoying using the Aurender in your system. The interface/controls from the hard buttons on the front panel alone are limited to pulling up saved playlists, and play/pause/next/previous commands. However, you can use a USB WiFi adapter like this to create your own little Aurender LAN on the go. You'll find instructions here: https://aurender.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500007493101

 

Note: this won't give you internet access for streaming, software updates, or remote support, but it will be a great solution for you to play locally stored or USB attached library content. 

 

Hope this helps!

 

Thanks for the reply, Ari - much appreciated.

 

If I understand correctly, the Aurender MUST be connected to a WiFi network - either via hard wired or a USB adapter. 

 

Is this correct?

 

btw, I've noticed upgrading the fuse improves the sound quality - transparency, detail, air/space, soundstage. Properly isolating chassis provides additional sonic benefits, too.

 

 

[tmhaudio]

4 minutes ago, AriMargolis said:

In order to facilitate connectivity with the Conductor control app, yes.

 

...and the Conductor must be used to select & play tracks - correct?

[tmhaudio]

5 minutes ago, agladstone said:

Out of curiosity, what fuse and what isolation are you using that has brought about the improvement for you? 

 

Any quality fuse using a silver fuse wire.

Xindak sells a 2A glass fuse using 4N silver fuse wire for $10 each that provides noticeable sound improvements as I noted previously.

Also, vibration isolation (as with any audio component) can bring improvements, too.

Ditto quality AC cords.

Isolation? So many to choose from - everyone has their favorites. I prefer/use this UK design:

https://www.customdesign.co.uk/Definitive-Acoustic-HiFi-support-table-hifi-furniture-Custom-Design-Inert-Aluminium-total-isolation-iRAP-hifi-stand-Cd-hifi-support-hifi-table-hifi-stands-hifi-equipment-stand-hifi-equipment-support-hifi-equipment-table-speaker-stand-speaker-stands-hifi-s

 

[tmhaudio]

2 hours ago, AriMargolis said:

Yes, that's correct. Again, you can use the hard buttons to start a playlist, or to resume playing a queue left over from your last listening session, but other than that you need the Conductor app to search, browse, and control playback.

@AriMargolis - thank you for your insightful comments as they were very helpful in my understanding of the N100H.

 

[tmhaudio]

Just moved to a new home in countryside gated community and beginning to set-up main system with N100H. 

Problem: Router/Modem is NOT in same room as system so direct ethernet connection not an option

Purchased WiFi USB adapter:

 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08KHV7H1S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Connected to N100H USB data port

Powered on N100H to home screen

Does not show in my "Settings/Connections" on Android or PC

Placed WiFiUSB Adapter next to my router - still not showing in available networks

Many networks show including my favorite "FreeVirus"

QUESTION: Do I need to do something to "activate" to get USB adapter to connect to my network?

Thanks for any help!

Jim Ricketts/tmhaudio

 

[tmhaudio]

8 minutes ago, The Computer Audiophile said:

That device requires drivers on the Aurender. I would use something like this. 
 

 

Thanks for the reply, Chris.

According to this article, drivers are not mentioned as a requirement:

https://aurender.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500007493101-Can-I-use-a-USB-WiFi-Adapter-with-my-Aurender-

That darn technology thing can be so frustrating...

[tmhaudio]

41 minutes ago, AriMargolis said:

@tmhaudio

Any USB WiFi adapter using realtek RTL8192CU, RTL8812BU, RTL8812AU, and RTL8822BE chipsets are supported. Here are a few recommendations:

- https://www.amazon.com/Realtek-RTL8192AU-Wireless-Adapter-Antenna/dp/B078NSSM7W/ref=pd_di_sccai_3/130-2914495-5477344?pd_rd_w=sD9iJ&pf_rd_p=c9443270-b914-4430-a90b-72e3e7e784e0&pf_rd_r=5Y6RKW3MN1QVDPY2JSZ8&pd_rd_r=08a3b0ff-262f-4134-b9a8-2ceeb0289c2f&pd_rd_wg=tlEtb&pd_rd_i=B078NSSM7W&psc=1

-https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EDOG8NC/ref=sxr_sxwds-rbp_3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3346373122&pd_rd_wg=LQxJF&pf_rd_r=0QYY65HQHZ6RCMA9Z1XQ&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B00EDOG8NC&pd_rd_w=AIt3s&pf_rd_i=ASUS+USB-AC56&pd_rd_r=e30c6bbf-adc0-4e4e-b431-2d6c919c56f9&ie=UTF8&qid=1513120255&sr=3

-https://www.amazon.com/1200Mbps-802-11AC-Realtek-RTL8812AU-Chipset/dp/B01FSGYYDO/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=RTL8812AU&qid=1629939300&sr=8-3

-https://www.amazon.com/Realtek-RTL8192AU-Wireless-Adapter-Antenna/dp/B078NSSM7W/ref=psdc_13983791_t1_B01FSGYYDO

-https://www.amazon.com/KuWFi-Wireless-1200mbps-Wifi-Wireless-Laptop-1200Mbps/dp/B075689CL4/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1513120023&sr=1-1&keywords=8812au
https://www.amazon.com/Netis-Wireless-Long-Range-High-Gain/dp/B00I604M00/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1513120163&sr=1-1&keywords=NETIS+WF2190

Plug it into an available USB port on your Aurender. Then, in your mobile device or tablet's settings menu, go to the WiFi settings and connect to the network that is named after your Aurender model. The password will be "aurender12345".

Note, this will not provide internet access...only control and connectivity with your iPad or Android. So, if you want access to streaming services and updates etc, Chris’s solution above is mo betta.

 

Let me know if you get stuck!

Thank you, Ari!

QUESTION: Any recommendation for the highest performing device from your list?

I purchased the "TP" USB adapter from Amazon and it has return privileges. thankfully!

 

***BTW, I remain very impressed with N100H (my first step in the streamer world). Based on earlier comments, the N200 would be the logical upgrade for a more neutral & source revealing transport/streamer - correct?

[tmhaudio]

On 10/17/2021 at 1:06 PM, AriMargolis said:

@tmhaudio

Any USB WiFi adapter using realtek RTL8192CU, RTL8812BU, RTL8812AU, and RTL8822BE chipsets are supported. Here are a few recommendations:

- https://www.amazon.com/Realtek-RTL8192AU-Wireless-Adapter-Antenna/dp/B078NSSM7W/ref=pd_di_sccai_3/130-2914495-5477344?pd_rd_w=sD9iJ&pf_rd_p=c9443270-b914-4430-a90b-72e3e7e784e0&pf_rd_r=5Y6RKW3MN1QVDPY2JSZ8&pd_rd_r=08a3b0ff-262f-4134-b9a8-2ceeb0289c2f&pd_rd_wg=tlEtb&pd_rd_i=B078NSSM7W&psc=1

-https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EDOG8NC/ref=sxr_sxwds-rbp_3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3346373122&pd_rd_wg=LQxJF&pf_rd_r=0QYY65HQHZ6RCMA9Z1XQ&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B00EDOG8NC&pd_rd_w=AIt3s&pf_rd_i=ASUS+USB-AC56&pd_rd_r=e30c6bbf-adc0-4e4e-b431-2d6c919c56f9&ie=UTF8&qid=1513120255&sr=3

-https://www.amazon.com/1200Mbps-802-11AC-Realtek-RTL8812AU-Chipset/dp/B01FSGYYDO/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=RTL8812AU&qid=1629939300&sr=8-3

-https://www.amazon.com/Realtek-RTL8192AU-Wireless-Adapter-Antenna/dp/B078NSSM7W/ref=psdc_13983791_t1_B01FSGYYDO

-https://www.amazon.com/KuWFi-Wireless-1200mbps-Wifi-Wireless-Laptop-1200Mbps/dp/B075689CL4/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1513120023&sr=1-1&keywords=8812au
https://www.amazon.com/Netis-Wireless-Long-Range-High-Gain/dp/B00I604M00/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1513120163&sr=1-1&keywords=NETIS+WF2190

Plug it into an available USB port on your Aurender. Then, in your mobile device or tablet's settings menu, go to the WiFi settings and connect to the network that is named after your Aurender model. The password will be "aurender12345".

Note, this will not provide internet access...only control and connectivity with your iPad or Android. So, if you want access to streaming services and updates etc, Chris’s solution above is mo betta.

 

Let me know if you get stuck!

@AriMargolis

Thanks for the WiFi Adapter suggestions....

 

UPDATE:

Purchased, received & installed the first adapter on your list. Unfortunately it is not being recognized in my settings/networks available on my Android tablet.

I assume it should appear automatically without additional settings/adjustments?

As an aside, when the N100H is placed next to router and connected via ethernet, all's well.

At this point, unless there's a setting I'm missing, my last option is a WiFi extender with ethernet port.

All suggestions are most welcomed - thanks!

JimRicketts/tmhaudio

 

[tmhaudio]

42 minutes ago, AriMargolis said:

@tmhaudioJim, please send a remote support email ticket so we log in and see what's going on. Settings>Help>Send Remote Support Email

@AriMargolis - Thank you Ari for your offer of assistance. I've already processed the USB adapter for return w/Amazon, ordered a WiFi Extender w/ethernet port....and a case of booze if it doesn't work. I'll keep you updated.  

[tmhaudio]

@AriMargolis 

UPDATE:

The WiFi Extender delivered via 1-day Amazon

Set-up was no problem 

Conductor initially did not recognize Aurender - kept asking for IP address

Left for a while

Drank 1/2 the booze

Came back and Conductor offered the N100 as a selection

Selected N100

Drank the remaining 1/2 booze

All's well tonight

[tmhaudio]

After catching up on this thread, just discovered "Internet Radio" on my N100H - REALLY cool!!! 

 

[tmhaudio]

1 hour ago, Vincent1234 said:

Bit rate is shown to the left on your photo. 24 bit. 😉 Probably you found it already, as it's not in your post anymore. 👍🏻

Thanks....I noticed that after I posted and why I deleted that portion of the post.

The "24-bit" text was greyed out, not as brightly lit as the Sampling Rate text and buried at the bottom.

Ideally, it would be adjacent to the Sampling Rate - i.e. "192khz/24-bit" and clearly lit in brightness.

[tmhaudio]

On my N100H, the display lettering has changed from white to pink.

Any reason Aurender has chosen this color scheme? 

[tmhaudio]

Thanks for rapid reply!

I'll get out the Kodak and snap a photo.

Hope it's not a screen failure...

Thank you, Ari!

[tmhaudio]

3 hours ago, tmhaudio said:

On my N100H, the display lettering has changed from white to pink.

Any reason Aurender has chosen this color scheme? 

UPDATE:

After re-booting, the normal white text has returned.

I'll monitor for the return of the pink text.

Aesthetically, the pink was quite atrocious.

[tmhaudio]

On 1/13/2024 at 10:13 AM, amargolis said:

@DancingSea @Koso thank you for the kind words!

 

It has been an absolute pleasure working with you all via Aurender these past 6 years. I left on good terms with no drama or bad blood whatsoever. I look forward to continuing to be a part of the Aurender community.

 

I’m taking a beat to figure out my next career move, and in the meantime, I’ll be rebooting my old CD/SACD ripping service, Golden Ear Digital (new website coming soon). I can take care of ripping large CD collections and extracting high res files from your SACDs/bluray/dvd audio discs (stereo and/or multichannel). When I’m ready to really re-launch that service I’ll make a separate thread here to keep the AS community up to date.

 

Cheers!

 

Surfing to this site this morning to catch up...and shocked at Ari's announcement.

 

@amargolis provided outstanding tech assistance with my first transport, N100H. After a brief wandering, I returned like a prodigal son and added a N20 thanks to "Ari the Knight" who helped me to choose wisely - it is now THE source in our reference system.

Ari is one of the few good guys in this industry filled with so many of questionable ethics.

In a former life, I was an officer in a $400M corp reporting to the Chairman and can categorically state Aurender lost a valuable asset.

I certainly wish Ari the absolute very best in his next endeavor...and certainly will need those SACD ripping services.

 

JimRicketts/tmhaudio