Using a PS Audio Perfectwave Dac as a music server

2chnlben,

Would you describe the components of your server system and how difficult or easy it was to get them to work together? When I check in over at the PS Audio forums there seem to be a lot of people having trouble getting their systems to work. I've been wanting to get a server system going but am not computer savvy so I've been waiting for a simple solution.

Simplest solution would be Apple TV, Sonos, or Squeezebox, in no particular order. I use an Apple TV gen 1 and have had zero issues. For $150, it's very tough to beat. I use my iPhone as a controller.

Thanks for your responses. The reason that I ask this question, is that I've had quirky or bad transports in the last 3 out of 4 CD players, and I've been eying a more reliable solution. 1 out of 4 is not good - Meatloaf would not nearly be satisfied. By the way, would an iPod work - I don't have or want a cellphone. And would it have to be Apple? I have a mini system here with a dock, but it only works with Apple iPod - no other manufacturer.

Elputco-

The PS Audio tagNplay app will also work on an iTouch or iPad.

My set up is:

SeagateHD-Netgear WNDR3700-Cat5-PSAudio PWD/Bridge/tagNplay app on iPad

Tomcy6:

Here’s what you’ll need in addition to the PWD and the Bridge:
1) Wireless Router (while not necessary, it may be beneficial to go with one that
includes Gigabit Ethernet and operates in 802.11 N)

2) Server (a server is the actual server software and the actual system that you run this
software on): You can download various server software, such as “Townky Server,”
“Asset,” from dBpoweramp, or PS Audio’s proprietary server, “eLyric.” You can use a
computer –PC, Mac, laptop, or Netbook – to load your software on, or you can
purchase a NAS – Network Attached Storage device – which will have some form of
server pre-loaded. This is an area of caution...there have been many reports of compatibility issues with various NAS/servers - research this area, or just use a computer.

3) Controller and Controller Application (the easiest solution is an iPod – iPhone,
iTouch, iPad, etc. – with PS Audio’s “Tag-n-Play” application loaded (only $9.99 via
iTunes).

4) Hardwired setup (not required, but certainly preferred). This will require a run of Cat5
(or Cat6 – although not necessary) – otherwise known as Ethernet cable – between
Server/NAS and the Router and also between the Router and the Bridge.

Note: the reason you need a wireless router is so the controller (iPod) can
communicate with the system wirelessly.

You asked what I am running:

1) Actiontec Q-1000 VDSL modem router

2) Twonkey server installed on a Gateway Netbook (N-450 processor with 2 GB memory)
(I plan to install “eLyric” once the bugs are worked out)

3) 8 GB iTouch (least expensive) with Tag-n-Play loaded

4) All hardwired.

It’s really not hard to setup, configure and play. You’ll need to know the security code of your wi-fi router – typically a “WEP Key” or a WPA code – because you’ll need to type it into the iTouch controller so that it will be able to communicate with your network.

You’ll also have to configure your server (Twonky, Asset…etc.) so that your network will see it and be able to access it (this is pretty much just following instructions via Twonky, Asset, or whatever server software you get).

If you get stuck, you can go to the PS Audio website forum, which is very helpful. You could also contact me or any other A-Gon members. We’ll be more than happy to get you started.

_Ben