Introduction

The WiiM devices, including WiiM Mini and WiiM Pro, offer the ability to play uncompressed AIFF audio files directly from your phone or music library stored on your local network. This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to stream AIFF files to your WiiM device using the WiiM Home App or a third-party DLNA media controller App.


Understanding AIFF Format

AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format) is a standard audio file format developed by Apple in 1988. It is widely used for storing high-quality sound data for personal computers and other electronic audio devices. AIFF files are known for their uncompressed nature, resulting in excellent audio fidelity, but they occupy a significant amount of disk space. The file extensions for AIFF files are typically .aiff or .aif. Additionally, there is a compressed variant known as AIFF-C or AIFC, which utilizes different compression codecs and is identified by the .aifc extension.


Playback Capability of WiiM Devices

Both WiiM Mini and WiiM Pro are capable of playing uncompressed AIFF audio files. You can achieve this by utilizing the WiiM Home App or a third-party DLNA media controller App to stream the files from your phone or music library.


Using the WiiM Home App for Playback

To play AIFF files from your phone or tablet using the WiiM Home App, follow these steps:


  • Launch the WiiM Home App and navigate to the main screen.
  • Tap on the "Browse" tab to access the browsing options.
  • Locate the "My library" section and select "My Music."
  • Choose your device, such as iPhone, from the available options.
  • Browse through your music library and select the desired AIFF file to begin playback.


Playing Music from Your Music Library

To play AIFF files from your music library using the WiiM Home App, follow these steps:


  • Open the WiiM Home App and go to the main screen.
  • Select the "Browse" tab to access the browsing options.
  • Locate the "My library" section and choose "Home Music Share."
  • From the available options, select your media server.
  • Browse through your media server's files and choose the desired AIFF file to start playing it on your WiiM device.


Conclusion:

With the WiiM Mini and WiiM Pro, you can enjoy the high sound quality of uncompressed AIFF audio files. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily stream your AIFF files to your WiiM device using the WiiM Home App or a compatible DLNA media controller App. Embrace the immersive audio experience that WiiM offers and make the most out of your music library.