Bryston BDA-3.14?

I just recently got the BDA 3.14 and it's frustrating. It sounds great using the HDMI connected Oppo as a streamer and as a CD/SACD player.

But I was hoping to use it as a streamer directly. The Pi just does not work for me.The control application looks like it's from the 90s, wifi connection is unstable, keeps on telling me "lost connection", IP address changes and I'm unable to update the f/w. I wish the app would be like the OPPO Media Control.

So, for now. the BDA is just a DAC with HDMI inputs, which was the main reason why I got it. If anybody is willing to share their expertise how to use it as a streamer, I would be grateful. BTW, I emailed Bryston and got no response. No help at their web page either. Not many discussions active. Thank you.

@jank Did you ask here?

Bryston Limited (audiocircle.com)

This where Bryston hangs out and answers questions.

@jank 

There were a few threads on this.  I gave up on the BDP 3 as a streamer for the reasons you cited.  It sounds great butI found it to be unusable.  The DAC is great

Thank you for the link,yyzsantabarbara, I'll check it out.

Using BDA 3.14 as a streamer. Here are my experiences.

1. Yes, the UI is outdated, but it is functional.

2. I do have the BDA 3.14 wired directly to my router. No WiFi.

3. The 'lost connection' happens if I switch the BDA 3.14 off/on and try to use the old browser session. Now, I always start a new session from 'My Bryston' after turning the BDA 3.14 on. And, I need to give the BDA 3.14 time to boot up. No problems with 'lost connection' any more.

4. IP address will change if you have the BDA 3.14 configured for DHCP. You can assign a static IP to remedy this.

5. Even with these limitations, the BDA 3.14 is my best sounding streamer.