Cannot start playback. Roon skips through tracks in the queue

Roon Core Machine

Device name MasterPC
Processor Intel(R) Core™ i7-4770K CPU @ 3.50GHz 3.50 GHz
Installed RAM 32.0 GB
Device ID 34700B0B-A370-4F24-907F-F639AAE66116
Product ID 00326-10000-00000-AA125
System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Pen and touch No pen or touch input is available for this display

<!-Edition Windows 10 Home
Version 21H1
Installed on ‎8/‎25/‎2020
OS build 19043.1645
Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.4170.0
Synology DS1821+

Have reloaded version 1.8 file numerous times
Library loads and shows up but when I hit play it shows the title and cover art fora split second then moves to the next continually. Will not play any files

Networking Gear & Setup Details

Connected Audio Devices

Number of Tracks in Library

Description of Issue

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Hey @John_Kessler,

Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention, and I’m very sorry to hear that the problem has been so persistent. We can absolutely help diagnose the problem and restore playback.

My team can troubleshoot most efficiently with the full details of your network and audio hardware, including how it’s all connected. If you don’t mind, would you please fill in the details in the template below? You mentioned in another post that you have a Fios router with a wired connection your Core. Please also include the router’s model number, as well as any switches, or other network gear in your setup. The more detail you provide, the better equipped we’ll be to eliminate variables and pinpoint the issue.

We’ll also need to have a look at your Roon logs to investigate the cause of the playback error. If possible, please keep Roon running on your Core device for the day to make sure your logs contain full details.

We’ll be watching for your reply and work from there. Here’s the template:

Networking Gear & Setup Details

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Connected Audio Devices

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Number of Tracks in Library

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Thank you for your assistance with this issue

Networking Gear & Setup Details

Device name MasterPC
Processor Intel(R) Core™ i7-4770K CPU @ 3.50GHz 3.50 GHz
Installed RAM 32.0 GB
Device ID 34700B0B-A370-4F24-907F-F639AAE66116
Product ID 00326-10000-00000-AA125
System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Pen and touch No pen or touch input is available for this display

Edition Windows 10 Home
Version 21H1
Installed on ‎8/‎25/‎2020
OS build 19043.1706
Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.4170.0

Verizon Fios Modem- Actiontec M1424WR Rev1

Synology DS1815+ connected directly to modem

Netgear GS116 Gigabit Switch connected to modem

Master PC connected to GS116

Connected Audio Devices

Oppo BDP-105

Emotiva RMC-1L

Number of Tracks in Library

89067

Description of Issue

Roon program shows full library after download and library import

When asked to play tracks track shows in pc player for half a second then to next track repeats this

Does not play any tracks

All other versions I have used worked perfectly

This issue has persisted since version 8 download

Have you rebooted everything including your network equipment

GED, Yes I have reboot all equipment

Hi @John_Kessler,

Thank you for your patience, I understand this issue has lingered for some time and we apologize for the delay. We should be able to restore playback shortly once we’ve pinned down the issue with a few more questions.

  • Are you able to play back any tracks in the queue if you select System Output (built-in computer speakers) as the endpoint in Roon?

  • Does the issue persist when you try playing different filetypes, sample rates, etc.?

  • Do you only experience the issue with library tracks, or do you also have issues with Tidal/Qobuz content?

For an immediate troubleshooting step, you can try setting aside the Roon database, which should stabilize things and create known conditions in case we need to troubleshoot further. When you have the chance, please try the following:

  • Create a Backup of your current database
  • Exit out of Roon
  • Navigate to your Roon Database Location
  • Find the folder that says “Roon”
  • Rename the “Roon” folder to “Roon_old”
  • Reinstall the Roon App from our Downloads Page to generate a new Roon folder
  • Verify if the issue persists on a fresh database before restoring the backup

We’ll work from there to resolve the cause of the issue.