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Streaming services are based on an internet stream. This is a constant stream of data from the internet. if there are any interruptions or low bandwidth, (limited data rate), this can cause the Linn DS/DSM to mute when playing this music stream.

If you get muting, (audio cutting in and out), this can be due to high network traffic in your area, business first thing Monday morning, or heavy usage of video broadcast (like football matches).

Some ISP's (ISP is your Internet Service Provider, they supply your Broadband connection) will also reduce your bandwidth of certain types of network traffic, typically BitTorrent (P2P). Some ISP's will mistake your Radio stream for a BitTorrent and throttle this network traffic and cause muting of your Internet Radio.

Most domestic broadband states am "up to" bits speed of you broadband but does not state a minimum connection speed.(If you do a quick speed test will appear to be OK (this is a burst of data). But the internet Radio is a constant stream of data. Any long breaks/delays in this stream can cause the internet Radio to mute) If you upgrade to a Business broadband (typically only a small amount extra), these will state a MINIMUM broadband bps. So if your area has difficulty in Internet Radio, suggest trying a upgrading your broadband to a Business broadband with a minimum speed of 500kbps, this should reduce/eliminate your internet Radio muting.

We have had reports that the network settings of the broadband router can cause issues. If you are technically minded, check the DNS settings of your router. We found that Google DNS works best with DNS1 - 8.8.8.8, DNS2- 8.8.4.4.

On your Router check that the VOIP is turned off. This is only to save a lot of your bandwidth to Softphone such as Skype or Face-time and stave other applications from using this bandwidth.

Testing your network

Check Network Applications page to find applications to test your ISP broadband speed.