The control app thread

[MarmiteSandwich]

(02-10-2021 02:45)aka_tiggers Wrote:  I'm a bit lost as to next steps as streaming is new to me (well other than consumer stiff like Spotify on phones).

Hi Mark. Welcome to upnp. You have all the hardware needed to start experimenting with upnp. If you install BubbleUPnP Server you can make your chromecast appear as a upnp renderer, emulating OpenHome as well. You can then use any upnp control point, or many at once. You can try Upplay and Kazoo in addition to the BubbleUPnP already mentioned.

The DAC performance of the chromecast may not qualify as audiophile and you will be dependent on WiFi stability, but otherwise you should have a functioning upnp setup. Oh, and the chromecast doesn't support gapless.

Enjoy.
Marmite.