Correct. When network is optimized, the SQ of local files playback or online streaming isn’t affected, only gets better especially with XE cards in place. Given your description, an audio switch between controlPC and UE router would likely help.
NET Card XE - REDEFINING SOUND QUALITY OF STREAMED MUSIC.
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Posted 23 April 2021 - 10:43 PM
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Posted 24 April 2021 - 08:21 AM
Correct. When network is optimized, the SQ of local files playback or online streaming isn’t affected, only gets better especially with XE cards in place. Given your description, an audio switch between controlPC and UE router would likely help.
Thanks Thuan. I'm going to talk to the Internet provider to see what options they have and if they don't work for me, I'm going to buy an Uptone Etherregen or Edison Extreme or even a JCAT M12. Another idea is that it can be powered with solar DC, how good results are for me is giving.Carlos
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Posted 28 April 2021 - 02:17 PM
Hi Marcin, I use a single PC set up and already have a USB XE card installed. I don’t stream and I use Jriver to play music files stored on my NAS. Just wondering is it still worth adding a NET XE card? Would the NET XE card improve the sound quality further? Appreciate your input. Thanks.
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Posted 28 April 2021 - 02:57 PM
Even if I am not Marcin, I can tell you that the JCAT Net card will improve the listening of your musical files stored on a NAS (I did the experience by myself and was amazed by the results).
In addition, I advise to install minimserver on the single PC and not on the NAS, so you can set advanced settings in process lasso to maximize its use.
In addition, I advise to install minimserver on the single PC and not on the NAS, so you can set advanced settings in process lasso to maximize its use.
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Hifi must serve the Music.
Not the opposite 
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Posted 29 April 2021 - 12:42 PM
Yes, NET Card XE will improve sound even with local files.
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Posted 29 April 2021 - 01:26 PM
Yes, NET Card XE will improve sound even with local files.
Best regards,
Marcin
Thanks Marcin, will order a NET XE soon.
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Posted 14 May 2021 - 09:18 AM
Hi Marcin, just received my NET XE card but can’t try it yet until I receive the minipcie to pcie adapter which will take a week or so to arrive. In the meantime could you please send me a copy of the set up/optimisation guidance? Many thanks.
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Posted 16 May 2021 - 07:55 AM
Hi Marcin, just received my NET XE card but can’t try it yet until I receive the minipcie to pcie adapter which will take a week or so to arrive. In the meantime could you please send me a copy of the set up/optimisation guidance? Many thanks.
HI Steven,
PM sent 
BTW - the guide should be sent automatically via email after the purchase.
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Posted 16 May 2021 - 09:40 AM
HI Steven,
PM sent
BTW - the guide should be sent automatically via email after the purchase.
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Marcin
Thanks mate : )
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Posted 29 June 2021 - 10:54 AM
I'm pleased to share the review of INITIO 3 PSU, the USB and NET XE cards and the USB+LAN Ground Conditioner: http://hifiknights.c...-xe-initio-3-2/
There is a comparison to Ferrum Hypsos PSU in the review.
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Posted 11 August 2021 - 07:54 AM
NET Card XE and OPTIMO 3 DUO in action
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Posted 11 August 2021 - 08:02 AM
"Wow… this is seriously something different. What an immense amount of improved resolution with this new Jcat NET Card XE network card! Unbelievable. We’re not exaggerating when we say that everything just seems tighter. We hear more rhythm and microdetail comes off more easily and gets more of its own place in the whole."
Alpha Audio review of NET Card XE in combination with OPTIMO 3 DUO now available in English
https://alpha-audio....o-clean-stream/
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Posted 06 September 2021 - 02:32 PM
NET Card XE in one of the best systems in the world
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Posted 19 September 2024 - 12:43 PM
The NET Card XE is now sold out and discontinued. A new upgraded NET XE EVO will be available soon. Please wait for the announcent in October.
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