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# Why does audio not return after Wi-Fi or power loss?
- URL: https://www.soundpathlab.com/audio-not-returning-after-wifi-power-loss/
- Published: 2026-09-01T03:39:29.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-01T03:39:29.000Z
- Description: Separate discovery, control and audio-path failures. Record which device restarted first, whether the streamer rejoined the network, whether its input changed, and whether an app restart or full power cycle restores playback.
- Author: SoundPath Lab

**Short answer:** Separate discovery, control and audio-path failures. Record which device restarted first, whether the streamer rejoined the network, whether its input changed, and whether an app restart or full power cycle restores playback.

**Evidence status:** Official-source or editorial troubleshooting answer. It is not labelled as SoundPath Lab hands-on or measurement validation.

## What to verify in a hands-on record

Reproduce the same sequence at least three times with timestamps, firmware and the affected product ID before labelling it a repeatable issue.

## Product binding

`product:generic-streamer-recovery`

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