I just installed Media center 17.
I wanted to compare the replay quality of lossless files (ALAC, FLAC, WAV) over network (using the DLNA) against my incumbent solution (Mezzmo).
Specifically, I was looking for a better user interface when importing large directories, as well as the ability to play HD files.
I also wanted to see whether JRiver would manage to reliably play large files without stuttering or without hanging up between tracks.
So first things first: the library import and file management.
I have a large number of uncompressed files, arranged in folders (by album) and all album folders in a large directory.
When I import the directory, the structure is not respected by JRiver, but instead, it appears to try and be clever. Other folders it does not recognize at all and just dumps them into a big 'Unassigned' heap, leaving me with significant cleanup to restore the proper folder structure.
So question 1: how do I disable the 'clever' features of the library import, so I get my original folder structure as a result?
Secondly: playback issues over DLNA.
My PC and NAS drive are in another room. They connect to my Blu-Ray player (Sony BDP-S570) via wired LAN (Cat5).
On My BDP / TV Screen, I can clearly see both my old DLNA (Mezzmo) and my new one (JRiver media center).
Problem is: No playable files are found in JRiver. The folders are there, but nothing playable inside.
No such issue on Mezzmo, where my FLAC and WAV files play via LPCM at 1.4Mbps.
I have gone into audio settings and tried various otput bitrates, and none will play (L16, uncompressed, 24 bit, etc).
Any help you can provide this newbie, would be appreciated, thank you.