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Can somebody explain to me in simple terms how this Optional MHR encryption on digital outputs on the 218 works?
Also, how can I use Tidal with the 218?
Thanks

There is a detailed patent description about it, of course in a "patent language"...

What I understand is that M trying to get a constant bandwith independent of which music/data are transfered. The advantage is that the audio designer "only" have to take care of one bandwidth and can so optimize the distortions what are genertated from the music/data.

The "main" purpose of course is the protection of hires data for copying, that was the motivation or law to do that.

Tidal with 218 is just a audio zone, so it should work easy. I can't tell more as I'm just in the process of buying buy a 218 - ask me later

I use my 218 as a Roon endpoint to stream Tidal

Yes, you can turn it on or off.

How do you have your MacBook Pro connected to the 218?

They will both be connected to the network switch rather than to each other.

James, could you describe to me how to connect the 218 to my signature (my equipment). I have not buy it yet.

Thanks,

Ruben

I did not install it myself as I got the SE upgrade at the same time. I believe it is disarmingly simple to install and play with the complications coming in the comms when integrating everything. One custom comms cable required in my case.