WiiM Ultra Firmware v5.2.624365 Update - Jul 26, 2024

[onlyoneme]

Thanks. The Updates typically discuss DSD files from usb disks. I have seen nothing about network streams, including DLNA. Do you know if any DSD other than files (e.g. DLNA) can be handled? For files that are converted to PCM can they be sent to any digital output. I have not seen any confirmation of that. This becomes import since the recent update for the Pro mentions DSD but gives not detail. Up to know, I thought it required usb for both input and output. Hence the questions.

Network files are handled, both DLNA and SMB. Any digital output can be used.

 

[dtc]

Network files are handled, both DLNA and SMB. Any digital output can be used.

Thanks! Any idea of sample rate? Can the DSD file be passed directly to usb outout with converting to PCM? Can the internal DAC be used? Many people who like DSD do not want it converted to PCM. Thanks for your help.

 

[mallikh67]

Please review the WiiM Ultra update release notes below. If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out to us.

5.2.624365 (In Progress)

Release date:

7 / 26 / 2024

What's New:

1. USB Audio: Supports two-channel USB audio output (requires app version 2.10.2 or later). Refer to this tutorial for details.
2. Refined Input Auto-Sensing: Enhanced for smoother audio transitions with reduced delay.
3. Soundtrack SDK Enhancement: Upgraded for a better listening experience.
4. Output Change Enhancement: Preserves the playing queue when switching audio outputs.
5. Line Out Sound Quality Improvement: Reduced jitter at 12k to enhance analog sound quality via Line Out.
6. DSD Format Support for USB Disks: Adds the ability to play DSD audio tracks in DSF and DST formats directly from a USB disk.
7. Screen Display Enhancements:
1) Screen now turns off/on with the remote's power button.
2) Correct 12-hour time display.
3) Option to turn off screen display in standby mode (requires app version 2.10.7).
4) Fixed issue preventing the screen from turning on.
5) All tracks displayed for large playlists.
6) Various other screen issues addressed for a smoother experience.

Bug Fixes:

1. Pop Noise Fix: Reduced pop noise for Spotify Connect.
2. Playback Enhancement: Minimized playback latency.
3. Squeezelite Enhancements: Resolved issues with artwork display and connectivity with the latest Logitech Media Server (LMS).
4. Amazon Music Playback: Fixed intermittent no sound issues.
5. General Enhancements: Various bug fixes and performance improvements for a smoother experience.

can i stream dsd directly from jriver in my pc to wiim ultra in native dsd format as i am looking for this option from a long time

 

[dtc]

can i stream dsd directly from jriver in my pc to wiim ultra in native dsd format as i am looking for this option from a long time

It seems like that may be possible, so you should give it a try. That is what I want to do, even though it seems to convert to PCM. It would be great if you can test that, including with multiple DSD sample rates. Still not sure if the DSD can be decoded by the onboard DAC.

 

[Burnside]

It seems like that may be possible, so you should give it a try. That is what I want to do, even though it seems to convert to PCM. It would be great if you can test that, including with multiple DSD sample rates.

How would jriver connect to the ultra?

 

[dtc]

How would jriver connect to the ultra?

Through DLNA. I am not near my Wiim (it is in my other home) but I am pretty sure the Wiim should just show up as an output in Playing Now. I would try it with flac first. You can also pull the files from the Wiim app by connecting to a MC DLNA server. Just made sure that server is not transcoding anything.