Interim Tidal Support of Silent Angel M1/M1T

Version 1.0

Before you begin:

Make sure your M1 or M1T is connected to power and internet.
Ensure a desktop, and an Android or iOS based device (Cellphone or Pad) is connected to the same local area network (i.e., the same router of your home or office) as your M1 or M1T.
Make sure your M1 or M1T is powered on.

Step-by-Step Guide

There are three options for your convenience: using an Android-based phone, an iPhone, or Roon Server.

Option 1: Install BubbleUPnP on your Android-based cellphone

1.1. Download and install the BubbleUPnP App from Google Play or your favorite application store. The app may look like this:

Screenshot of BubbleUPnP app on Google Play Store, showing a 4.6-star rating with over 10 million downloads.

1.2. In the VitOS Orbiter App, make sure the DLNA Renderer service is enabled:

Screenshot of VitOS Orbiter App showing DLNA Renderer status as 'Enabled' and Device Name as 'M1-bin'.

1.3. Open the BubbleUPnP App, click on the “Now Playing” option on the bottom, and select your Silent Angel device.

Screenshot of BubbleUPnP app's 'Now Playing' screen, listing various Silent Angel devices including 'M1-bin', 'M1-Sky', etc., for selection.

1.4. Click on the “Library” option at the bottom, then select “Local and Cloud” from the drop-down menu at the top.

Screenshot of BubbleUPnP app's 'Library' screen, showing options to select 'Local and Cloud' and listing services like Qobuz, TIDAL, and Dropbox.

1.5. On the “Local and Cloud” window, select “TIDAL”, then enter your Tidal account information to log in.

Screenshot of Tidal login page within BubbleUPnP app, prompting for email/username and password.

1.6. After successful login, on the “Local and Cloud” window, click on “TIDAL” to enjoy Tidal service.

Screenshot of BubbleUPnP app's 'Local and Cloud' screen after logging into Tidal, showing 'My Collection' with options like Albums, Tracks, and Artists.

Option 2: Use Mconnect on your iPhone to play Tidal music

2.1. Download and install the Mconnect Player Lite App from the App Store. The App Store may look like this:

Screenshot of the App Store showing the Mconnect Player Lite app, highlighting its features and user ratings.

2.2. Make sure VitOS Orbiter App has DLNA Renderer enabled.

Screenshot of VitOS Orbiter App showing DLNA Renderer status as 'Enabled' and Device Name as 'M1-ZhanTing'.

2.3. Open the Mconnect Player Lite App, click on “Play to”, then find your M1 or M1T device.

Screenshot of Mconnect Player Lite app's 'Play to' screen, listing available UPnP devices including various Silent Angel models.

2.4. Click on “Browser” at the bottom, find and select “TIDAL”. Then enter your Tidal account information to log in.

Screenshot of Mconnect Player Lite app's 'Browser' screen, showing Tidal login prompt after selecting Tidal.

2.5. After successful login, you can enjoy Tidal service.

Screenshot of Mconnect Player Lite app's 'Home' screen after logging into Tidal, displaying playlists and new arrivals.

Option 3: Play music on Tidal using your desktop with Roon Server

3.1. Install Roon Server by downloading from the following link: https://roonlabs.com/downloads

Screenshot of Roon Software Downloads page, offering downloads for PC, Mac, Linux, Intel NUC, Android & iOS.

3.2. Register with Roon and get a 60-day free trial coupon from Silent Angel. Enter the redemption code where appropriate.

Roon Registration: https://roonlabs.com/create?from=checkout

Coupon Redemption: https://roonlabs.com/coupon

Claiming your coupon:

If the package of your device includes a free-trial coupon, you can see the redemption code after scratching off the cover-up area of the coupon.
Otherwise, send an email to: support@silentangel.com, providing the device model and serial number, as well as purchase location. A code will be sent via email.

Image showing a 'Redeem Your Roon Coupon Code' section, with a field to enter a code.

3.3. In the VitOS Orbiter mobile App, make sure the Roon Ready option is enabled.

Screenshot of VitOS Orbiter App showing Roon Ready status as 'Enabled' and Device Name as 'Silent Angel M1'.

3.4. Log on to the Roon Server installed on your desktop.

Screenshot of Roon login or sign-up page, with fields for username and password.

3.5. On the Roon Server, click on the menu icon on the upper-right corner, find and select “Settings”, as shown below:

Screenshot of Roon Server settings menu, highlighting the 'Settings' option. The main view shows library statistics like albums and tracks.

3.6. In the VitOS Orbiter App, write down the IP address shown in the "About" window.

Screenshot of VitOS Orbiter App's 'About' section, displaying device information including IP Address: 192.168.49.112.

3.7. Click on the “Audio” option, find the device with the IP address noted in Step 1.4. Then click on “Enable”.

Screenshot of Roon Server's Audio settings, showing various devices with their IP addresses and an 'Enable' button. The device with IP 192.168.49.112 is highlighted.

3.8. On the “Settings” window, click on “Services”, and click on the “Login” button next to “Tidal”.

Screenshot of Roon Server's Services settings, showing Tidal, Qobuz, and Dropbox. The 'Login' button for Tidal is visible.

3.9. This will take you to the Tidal Login Window. You can now enter your Tidal account information and log in.

Screenshot of Tidal's sign up or log in page, prompting for email/username and password.

3.10. After successful login to Tidal, find the “TIDAL” option on the right side of the Roon server window. You are now ready to enjoy Tidal service.

Screenshot of Roon Server interface after logging into Tidal, showing Tidal as a browse option and various music mixes.