How to switch from Lumin software to Qobuz Connect

These AI instructions worked for me.

Phase 1: Enable Network Discovery on your PC

For the Qobuz app to "see" your LUMIN, your Windows network settings must be set to allow device discovery.

 * Click the Start Menu and type "Network Status."

 * Ensure your connection is set to Private (not Public).

 * Go to Advanced sharing settings and ensure "Turn on network discovery" is selected.

Phase 2: Configure the LUMIN U2 Mini

You need to make sure the U2 Mini is ready to accept a stream from an external app.

 * Open the LUMIN App (usually on your phone or tablet).

 * Go to Settings > LUMIN Selection > U2 Mini.

 * Scroll down to the "Options" or "Streaming Services" section.

 * Ensure "LUMIN Streaming" or "UPnP/DLNA" is toggled to ON. (In most recent firmware, this is on by default).

Phase 3: Setting up the Qobuz Desktop App

Now, let’s link the two via your PC.

 * Launch the Qobuz Desktop App on your PC.

 * Look at the bottom right corner of the app window—next to the volume slider, you will see an Audio Output icon (it looks like a small speaker).

 * Click that icon to open the "Audio Output" menu.

 * You will see two sections: "Direct Sound / WASAPI" (your PC speakers) and "Network Devices."

 * Under Network Devices, select your LUMIN U2 Mini.

> Note: If you see two options for the LUMIN (e.g., "LUMIN U2 Mini" and "LUMIN U2 Mini [Multi-room]"), always select the standard version for the best stability and sample rate support.

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Phase 4: Optimizing for High-Res

Since the U2 Mini is a high-end transport, you want to ensure the PC isn't "bottlenecking" the quality.

 * In the Qobuz app, go to Settings > Streaming.

 * Under Quality, ensure it is set to Hi-Res - Up to 24-Bit / 192 kHz (or higher, depending on your DAC's capabilities).

 * Because you are using the network (UPnP), the U2 Mini will now pull the file directly from the Qobuz servers, bypassing your PC's internal sound card for bit-perfect playback.

Troubleshooting "Missing Device"

If the LUMIN doesn't appear in the Qobuz output list:

 * The "Same Network" Rule: Ensure your PC is on the same subnet as the LUMIN. If your PC is on a "Guest" Wi-Fi and the LUMIN is plugged into the router, they won't see each other.

 * Restart the App: The Qobuz desktop app sometimes needs a "refresh" to scan the network. Close the app completely and re-open it.

 * Firewall: Ensure Qobuz.exe is allowed through your Windows Defender Fire wall.

Thank you for your response.

I should have mentioned that I use my I pad to store my music.

@kjl1065 -- what do you mean that you use your iPad to store music?  Qobuz is a streaming service -- there is nothing to "store" (unless you pay extra to buy an album for download). 

Now, there is a Qobuz Connect app for your iPad and other Apple devices, but you use that to control what your Lumin plays from Qobuz.  The internet stream from Qobuz goes directly to the Lumin but doesn't pass through the iPad.  Think of the iPad as a fancy remote control. 

Dear Mlsstl:

You are correct. I should have said I access the music from my I Pad, rather than  the word store. When I go into my i pad I see all my music and mistakenly used the word store. I am looking to learn how to use Qobuz connect on my i pad thereby bypassing the Lumin app.  I have been unable to find a Lumin customer service phone number or detailed operating instructions. I think Qobuz connect would be my best bet.  

Wishing to update my question. I am seeking to access Qobuz Connect from my  IPAD. My PC computer will not be involved with my music. Would appreciate someone's guidance and how to update my playlist which currently is with Qobuz through Lumin. Seeking to bypass the Lumin app and use the Qobuz streaming service through Qobuz Connect.  Thank you.