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{{anchor|Forum}} | |||
===Where can I get more help with XBMC on ATV2/iOS?=== | ===Where can I get more help with XBMC on ATV2/iOS?=== | ||
*iOS-specific end-users [http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=137 forum] | *iOS-specific end-users [http://forum.xbmc.org/forumdisplay.php?f=137 forum] | ||
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{{anchor|XBMCVersion}} | |||
===Where can I find the version of XBMC that I'm running?=== | ===Where can I find the version of XBMC that I'm running?=== | ||
*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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{{anchor|Userdata}} | |||
===Where are the Userdata folder and logs?=== | ===Where are the Userdata folder and logs?=== | ||
:''See '''[[How-to:Submit a proper bug report]]''' for bug reporting details, '''[http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=92480 here]''' for instructions on reporting an issue to the forums, and '''[[How-to:find and post XBMC.log for iOS]]''' for how to extract the debug and other logs.'' | :''See '''[[How-to:Submit a proper bug report]]''' for bug reporting details, '''[http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=92480 here]''' for instructions on reporting an issue to the forums, and '''[[How-to:find and post XBMC.log for iOS]]''' for how to extract the debug and other logs.'' | ||
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{{anchor|Settings}} | |||
===Why are settings or sources not stored and updates are failing?=== | ===Why are settings or sources not stored and updates are failing?=== | ||
*This can happen when the setting xml files are manipulated outside XBMC. Connect to your iPad/ATV2 as root using an ssh client and repair file permissions. | *This can happen when the setting xml files are manipulated outside XBMC. Connect to your iPad/ATV2 as root using an ssh client and repair file permissions. | ||
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===How can i reset the AppleTV2 without unplugging?=== | ===How can i reset the AppleTV2 without unplugging?=== | ||
:Hold "menu" and "down" buttons for 5 sec. | :Hold "menu" and "down" buttons for 5 sec. | ||
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{{anchor|NavSounds}} | |||
===Why are there no navigational sounds in XBMC's menus?=== | ===Why are there no navigational sounds in XBMC's menus?=== | ||
*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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===I changed skins on the iPad or other touch device and now I can't navigate back to change them... help!=== | ===I changed skins on the iPad or other touch device and now I can't navigate back to change them... help!=== | ||
*Delete <code>/private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata/guisettings.xml</code> | *Delete <code>/private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata/guisettings.xml</code> | ||
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{{anchor|NoSound}} | |||
===I have enabled DTS or AC3 but don't have any sound?=== | ===I have enabled DTS or AC3 but don't have any sound?=== | ||
*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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===Some of my AC3 files stutter or have static noise=== | ===Some of my AC3 files stutter or have static noise=== | ||
*AC3 Audio can stutter and pause video. Generating thumbnails may be the cause, go to XBMC > Settings > Video > File and deselect 'generate thumbnails'. Audio output could also be the culprit, go to Apple TV > Settings > Audio & Video > Audio Output and set it to "16 bit". | *AC3 Audio can stutter and pause video. Generating thumbnails may be the cause, go to XBMC > Settings > Video > File and deselect 'generate thumbnails'. 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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===My videos are stuttering and buffering a lot when streaming from an SMB source=== | ===My videos are stuttering and buffering a lot when streaming from an SMB source=== | ||
*Try using a different protocol, i.e. UPnP or FTP, and avoid using Wi-Fi if possible. | *Try using a different protocol, i.e. UPnP or FTP, and avoid using Wi-Fi if possible. | ||
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===Why is the dpkg command hanging/freezing when I'm upgrading XBMC?=== | ===Why is the dpkg command hanging/freezing when I'm upgrading XBMC?=== | ||
*It's a known issue with a [http://forum.xbmc.org/showpost.php?p=867847&postcount=46 workaround]. | *It's a known issue with a [http://forum.xbmc.org/showpost.php?p=867847&postcount=46 workaround]. | ||
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===My ATV2 is crashing, how can I fix it?=== | ===My ATV2 is crashing, how can I fix it?=== | ||
*Do you have [http://forum.firecore.com/topic/4224 Firecore Media Player] installed? Try removing it and testing again. | *Do you have [http://forum.firecore.com/topic/4224 Firecore Media Player] installed? Try removing it and testing again. |
Revision as of 01:58, 16 September 2011
Template:XBMC faq toc Inline XBMC for iOS specific Frequently Asked Questions and Answers. Don't forget to check out the iOS Specific Support forum.
General FAQ (all devices)
How do I install XBMC for iOS? |
What is SSH? |
Is there an application with a GUI I can use to transfer files? |
What XBMC version is the iOS release?
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What formats and resolutions will iOS devices play?
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How should I setup and access my media for XBMC?
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What add-ons/skins can I use?
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How do I transfer files like add-on/skin zips over?
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I have several XBMC devices, how do I centralize my XBMC library? |
How can I backup my XBMC settings?
chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata |
Apple TV 2 (black)
What are the Apple TV 2 specific requirements?
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I need help jailbreaking
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What remotes work?
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What happens to original Apple TV 2 software after the XBMC installation?
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What resolutions is the ATV2 capable of outputting?
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Can I hook up my external harddrive or other USB device to the ATV2?
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How do I set the time zone on ATV2?
cd /var/db/timezone ; rm localtime ln -s /usr/share/zoneinfo/[Country or Region]/[Zone Name] localtime (e.g. "ln -s /usr/share/zoneinfo/Canada/Eastern localtime") |
How do I stop the ATV from checking for updates and crashing XBMC?
echo "127.0.0.1 appldnld.apple.com" >> /etc/hosts echo "127.0.0.1 mesu.apple.com" >> /etc/hosts echo "127.0.0.1 appldnld.apple.com.edgesuite.net" >> /etc/hosts |
Where can I find the version of iOS that I'm running?
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iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch
What iDevices are supported today?
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What remotes work?
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Touch screen controls
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What is a good touch screen skin for iPad?
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Troubleshooting
Where can I get more help with XBMC on ATV2/iOS?
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Where can I find the version of XBMC that I'm running?
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Where are the Userdata folder and logs?
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Why are settings or sources not stored and updates are failing?
chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata |
How can i reset the AppleTV2 without unplugging?
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I have enabled DTS or AC3 but don't have any sound?
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Some of my AC3 files stutter or have static noise
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My videos are stuttering and buffering a lot when streaming from an SMB source
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Why is the dpkg command hanging/freezing when I'm upgrading XBMC?
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My ATV2 is crashing, how can I fix it?
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