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*'''[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch|Install XBMC on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch]]''' (see [[#iDevice_requirements|requirements]]) | *'''[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch|Install XBMC on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch]]''' (see [[#iDevice_requirements|requirements]]) | ||
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*The default password (for "mobile" or "root") will be ''alpine'' | *The default password (for "mobile" or "root") will be ''alpine'' | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Release_version|2=Version | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Release_version|2=Version | ||
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*The current XBMC for iOS version is v11 (Eden) Release Candidate 2. This is the same code that all of the other platforms (Linux, Mac, Windows) are using ([https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/commits changelog]). These are public test builds that contain many new features, but may not be completely stable. A stable version of XBMC for iOS will come with the final release of XBMC 11.0 "Eden" ([http://trac.xbmc.org/roadmap roadmap]). | *The current XBMC for iOS version is v11 (Eden) Release Candidate 2. This is the same code that all of the other platforms (Linux, Mac, Windows) are using ([https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/commits changelog]). These are public test builds that contain many new features, but may not be completely stable. A stable version of XBMC for iOS will come with the final release of XBMC 11.0 "Eden" ([http://trac.xbmc.org/roadmap roadmap]). | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Current_build|2=XBMC_Version | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Current_build|2=XBMC_Version | ||
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*XBMC main menu > System > Lower submenu > System info. '''Note the build date.''' | *XBMC main menu > System > Lower submenu > System info. '''Note the build date.''' | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Formats | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Formats | ||
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*XBMC on iOS can playback all formats supported by XMBC in standard definition. Due to technical limitations only H.264 (up to High Profile) encoded videos are supported for high definition. The iPad 2 and iPhone 4S are the only exceptions to this and will play ''some'' other HD codecs (means anything with 720p resolution and above) due to the more powerful CPU inside. | *XBMC on iOS can playback all formats supported by XMBC in standard definition. Due to technical limitations only H.264 (up to High Profile) encoded videos are supported for high definition. The iPad 2 and iPhone 4S are the only exceptions to this and will play ''some'' other HD codecs (means anything with 720p resolution and above) due to the more powerful CPU inside. | ||
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:'''''Note:''' Better how-to guides on network sharing will be coming to the wiki someday. Feel free to add any links here to good guides you find.'' | :'''''Note:''' Better how-to guides on network sharing will be coming to the wiki someday. Feel free to add any links here to good guides you find.'' | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Skins | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Skins | ||
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*Because XBMC is using pre-v11 (Eden) code, only add-ons and skins that have been tested and work will show up in the [[Add-on manager]]. If a specific add-on or skin you want to use doesn't show up then look for a newer in-development version on the forums: [http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=67 for Skins], [http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=27 for Add-ons]. | *Because XBMC is using pre-v11 (Eden) code, only add-ons and skins that have been tested and work will show up in the [[Add-on manager]]. If a specific add-on or skin you want to use doesn't show up then look for a newer in-development version on the forums: [http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=67 for Skins], [http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=27 for Add-ons]. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=FileTransfer|2=Addons|3=Add-ons|4=SFTP | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=FileTransfer|2=Addons|3=Add-ons|4=SFTP | ||
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*To manually install a skin/add-on/repo "by zip", see '''[[HOW-TO:Install an Add-on from a zip file on ATV2|this guide]]'''. The guide will also give you the basic gist of how to transfer files over using SSH/SFTP. | *To manually install a skin/add-on/repo "by zip", see '''[[HOW-TO:Install an Add-on from a zip file on ATV2|this guide]]'''. The guide will also give you the basic gist of how to transfer files over using SSH/SFTP. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Library|2=MySQL_sync|3=Roaming_profiles | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Library|2=MySQL_sync|3=Roaming_profiles | ||
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*When using library syncing on an [[#iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch|iDevice]], XBMC will freeze up when you are away from your local network. This is because it cannot connect to the MySQL server anymore. To be able to use both library syncing and still use XBMC on-the-go check out this guide: '''[[HOW-TO:Sync multiple libraries/MySQL and portable devices|MySQL and portable devices]]''' | *When using library syncing on an [[#iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch|iDevice]], XBMC will freeze up when you are away from your local network. This is because it cannot connect to the MySQL server anymore. To be able to use both library syncing and still use XBMC on-the-go check out this guide: '''[[HOW-TO:Sync multiple libraries/MySQL and portable devices|MySQL and portable devices]]''' | ||
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* For the Apple TV 2: Be sure to disable the native ATV2 AirPlay server in the ATV2's settings. Using the native AirPlay server will crash XBMC. | * For the Apple TV 2: Be sure to disable the native ATV2 AirPlay server in the ATV2's settings. Using the native AirPlay server will crash XBMC. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Backup | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Backup | ||
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*Look [[#ATV2_version|here]] to find out which version you are currently running. | *Look [[#ATV2_version|here]] to find out which version you are currently running. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Jailbreaking | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Jailbreaking | ||
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*If you need additional help go to http://forum.firecore.com/ , http://forum.tomcool.org/ , or http://modmyi.com/forums/ . Do not ask for jailbreaking help on the forums or on the wiki. | *If you need additional help go to http://forum.firecore.com/ , http://forum.tomcool.org/ , or http://modmyi.com/forums/ . Do not ask for jailbreaking help on the forums or on the wiki. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Remotes|2=ATV2_remotes | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Remotes|2=ATV2_remotes | ||
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* The Apple iOS '''Remote app''' for iTunes/ATV | * The Apple iOS '''Remote app''' for iTunes/ATV | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=ATV2_output|2=Output | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=ATV2_output|2=Output | ||
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*The ATV2 can playback [[#Formats|most videos]] saved as high as 1080p, but will only output a 720p signal to your TV. To see if you can really benefit with 1080p output, please consult this [http://hd.engadget.com/2006/12/09/1080p-charted-viewing-distance-to-screen-size/ chart] | *The ATV2 can playback [[#Formats|most videos]] saved as high as 1080p, but will only output a 720p signal to your TV. To see if you can really benefit with 1080p output, please consult this [http://hd.engadget.com/2006/12/09/1080p-charted-viewing-distance-to-screen-size/ chart] | ||
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*The Apple TV 2 can not operate as a USB host, so hooking an external drive or any other USB device to it will not work. To [[#Media|access media]] it must be located on the local network, ATV2's limited internal memory, and/or streaming from the internet. | *The Apple TV 2 can not operate as a USB host, so hooking an external drive or any other USB device to it will not work. To [[#Media|access media]] it must be located on the local network, ATV2's limited internal memory, and/or streaming from the internet. | ||
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*iOS 4.3 and higher, offers the ability to set the Time Zone via the Apple TV GUI, under Settings > General > Time Zone. | *iOS 4.3 and higher, offers the ability to set the Time Zone via the Apple TV GUI, under Settings > General > Time Zone. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=ATV2Software | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=ATV2Software | ||
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*XBMC is installed onto the Apple TV internal flashdrive, much like any iOS app, but you will still be able you use your Apple TV software as normal, XBMC will only be an extra option that you can launch from the Apple TV's original menu when you want to utilize the extra features and functions that are available in XBMC compared to the original Apple TV software. So XBMC will not replace the original Apple TV software, it instead complements the existing Apple TV software. | *XBMC is installed onto the Apple TV internal flashdrive, much like any iOS app, but you will still be able you use your Apple TV software as normal, XBMC will only be an extra option that you can launch from the Apple TV's original menu when you want to utilize the extra features and functions that are available in XBMC compared to the original Apple TV software. So XBMC will not replace the original Apple TV software, it instead complements the existing Apple TV software. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Updates|2=Apple_updates | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Updates|2=Apple_updates | ||
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reboot | reboot | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=ATV2_version|2=iOS_Version | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=ATV2_version|2=iOS_Version | ||
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*Apple TV main menu > Settings > General > About > click Select to toggle between Apple TV software version and iOS build version. Apple TV software is the application running on top of iOS similar to how FrontRow runs on MacOS. It's similar versions are easily confused with the [[w:IOS version history#iOS 4.x: Initial OS release on Apple TV|iOS versions]]. More info on the Apple TV software versions is available [http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4448 here]. | *Apple TV main menu > Settings > General > About > click Select to toggle between Apple TV software version and iOS build version. Apple TV software is the application running on top of iOS similar to how FrontRow runs on MacOS. It's similar versions are easily confused with the [[w:IOS version history#iOS 4.x: Initial OS release on Apple TV|iOS versions]]. More info on the Apple TV software versions is available [http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4448 here]. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=direct_boot|2=boot | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=direct_boot|2=boot | ||
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:*To disable direct booting: <pre>apt-get remove org.tomcool.xbmc-booter</pre> | :*To disable direct booting: <pre>apt-get remove org.tomcool.xbmc-booter</pre> | ||
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*For hardware: iPad 1, iPad 2, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch 3rd gen (16GB and 32GB models only), iPod touch 4th gen. | *For hardware: iPad 1, iPad 2, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch 3rd gen (16GB and 32GB models only), iPod touch 4th gen. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=TouchControls | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=TouchControls | ||
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*'''Slide out menus:''' Hold the menu item to bring it up, then swipe right to access the sub content. | *'''Slide out menus:''' Hold the menu item to bring it up, then swipe right to access the sub content. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=iRemotes|2=iDevice_remotes | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=iRemotes|2=iDevice_remotes | ||
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* Standard Android and iOS remote Apps | * Standard Android and iOS remote Apps | ||
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*The final release of XBMC v11 (Eden) will include Retina support on iPhone 4, 4S, and the 4th gen iPod touch. | *The final release of XBMC v11 (Eden) will include Retina support on iPhone 4, 4S, and the 4th gen iPod touch. | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1= iPad_camera_kit|2=iPad_USB | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1= iPad_camera_kit|2=iPad_USB | ||
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* '''[http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=137 XBMC for iOS specific help forum]''' or the '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/xbmc-ios #xbmc-ios]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org | * '''[http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=137 XBMC for iOS specific help forum]''' or the '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/xbmc-ios #xbmc-ios]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Userdata|2=Logs|3=logs|4=debuglog|5=xbmc.log | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Userdata|2=Logs|3=logs|4=debuglog|5=xbmc.log | ||
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*CrashReporter: <code>/var/logs/CrashReporter/*.plist</code> | *CrashReporter: <code>/var/logs/CrashReporter/*.plist</code> | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Settings|2=repair_settings | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Settings|2=repair_settings | ||
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<pre>chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/</pre> | <pre>chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/</pre> | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Reset | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Reset | ||
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*Hold "menu" and "down" buttons for 5 sec. | *Hold "menu" and "down" buttons for 5 sec. | ||
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*This is a known issue and will be fixed with the new audio engine (developed behind the scenes..). | *This is a known issue and will be fixed with the new audio engine (developed behind the scenes..). | ||
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* If you changed skins on the iPad or other touch device and now can't navigate back to change them, delete <code>/private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata/guisettings.xml</code> | * If you changed skins on the iPad or other touch device and now can't navigate back to change them, delete <code>/private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata/guisettings.xml</code> | ||
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*It's probably not the XBMC software on your ATV2, but has to do with your receiver. Try [http://forum.xbmc.org/showpost.php?p=712719&postcount=90 this solution]. | *It's probably not the XBMC software on your ATV2, but has to do with your receiver. Try [http://forum.xbmc.org/showpost.php?p=712719&postcount=90 this solution]. | ||
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*Audio output could also be the culprit, go to Apple TV > Settings > Audio & Video > Audio Output and set it to "16 bit". | *Audio output could also be the culprit, go to Apple TV > Settings > Audio & Video > Audio Output and set it to "16 bit". | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Buffering|2=Performance | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Buffering|2=Performance | ||
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* Reboot | * Reboot | ||
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{{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Crashing|2=Crash|3=Fixes|4=Disk_space | {{:User:Ned Scott/Sandbox2|1=Crashing|2=Crash|3=Fixes|4=Disk_space | ||
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* If you get a "no space left on device" error during XBMC installation, try [[forumpost_s:972014|this]] to move Applications folder to 2nd partition | * If you get a "no space left on device" error during XBMC installation, try [[forumpost_s:972014|this]] to move Applications folder to 2nd partition | ||
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<headertabs /> | <headertabs /> | ||
Revision as of 18:12, 19 March 2012
XBMC for iOS specific Frequently Asked Questions and Answers. Don't forget to check out the iOS Specific Support forum.