Thanks Mike!
So if you do not use a network, you can use the L1 plugged directly into the U1?
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The L1 works like a NAS. It connects via your network. You can plug it in in any room, that resides on the same network as the U1.
The L1 sounds better than a USB attached drive or even a Synology/QNAP NAS.
The other option, is you can buy a $99 USB external HD and attach that to the U1. I personally prefer my U1 with the L1. I think Jock found the same.
Are you wireless? The U1 can work with an add on product like a wireless network extender from TP Link. Something like this (or better): https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Wirel.../dp/B002T4D3M2
Nope - not wireless. Always been a doubter - in fact there is no wireless of any kind in my office bldg/sound room. Generally the same set-up as I used at your place, only with the Berkely Alpha USB & better (also heavier & larger) DACs than the small & relatively lightweight Ayre Codex.
Was just hoping to escape computers here - even if they are stripped-down-to-music-only - and not go backwards sonically, from a musical engagement standpoint.
No need to reply if it's network based, as I don't want to wear you guys out. Thanks again!
You don't have your U1 connected to a network? Missing out on Tidal etc if so I guess, to me one of the pleasures of that device and app.
If that's really the case - no network anywhere - then you might try connecting the L1 to the U1 Ethernet port using a crossover cable. Not too sure that'll work but would be interesting to try.
Personally, I wouldn't want a hard drive anywhere near my U1, unless maybe it was solid state. A small, simple network might still be your best option. Doesn't even need to be internet-connected, although that's how the U1 gets firmware updates....
Another issue you will have without a network is how to control the U1. The app uses wifi to the network to control the U1. Of course other than the MBP, I think they all use wifi for control of the unit, so this issue is not only Lumin.
I use a simple apple network router for the 2 L1s, U1 and wifi for my listening room.
The new Roon Nucleus might be just the thing:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1...PJV___nuQ/edit
Wireless works ok; however, I much prefer the ethernet connection to the Lumin. In my prior home, I had a wireless network extender for the Lumin. Occasionally, I would have some streaming interruptions (quality of service is not 100%). In our new home, I'm using an ethernet cable from the router to the Lumin and it works beautifully.
Jim, to your question, the L-1 must be connected to the network, not directly to the Lumin U-1.
Lastly, no need to respond. Just read the messages from earlier today.