I’m convinced 24 bit / 96kHz, etc. 1:1 playback is impossible through Plex app on Shield. Additionally, tested through Plex app built into LG C2 smart TV.
Testing with FLAC 24/96 and 24/192 files, my receiver, Denon AVR-X3800H, reports only sampling rate. Each time, 48kHz is reported.
Please note my experience with former receiver:
On Shield, I tried Kodi with PlexKodiConnect add-on… It was a frustrating, “crashy” experience. I can’t say I had any luck with it, although, other folks online have reported success.
Thankfully, the Denon HEOS app provides me with a workaround, albeit clunky. Enabling DLNA server within Plex settings lets HEOS see Plex libraries under Music Servers. Played through HEOS, the receiver reports playback status including bitrate. The tradeoff for 1:1 playback is that the app’s interface is not as polished as Plex nor is it easy to navigate, IE there is no search feature. Still holding out hope Plex brings this “feature” back…
