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Add-on:Emby for Kodi

2016-09-21T06:11:06Z

Angelblue05:

{{Add-on
|Name=Emby for Kodi
|provider-name=angelblue05, marcelveldt, null_pointer, xnappo, im85288, jurmb84(sync plugin)
|ID=plugin.video.emby
|latest-version=2.2.19
|extension point=xbmc.python.pluginsource
|provides=video audio
|Summary=Allows Kodi to use Emby as a media management back-end.
|Description=The Emby addon for Kodi combines the best of Kodi - ultra smooth navigation, beautiful UIs and playback of any file under the sun, and [https://emby.media Emby] - the most powerful fully open source multi-client media metadata indexer and server.
<br />
|Platform=all
|Language=en
|License=GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. Version 2, June 1991
|Forum=https://emby.media/community/index.php?/forum/99-kodi/
|Website=https://emby.media Emby
|Source=https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby Github
|Email=
|repo=[http://embydata.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/repo-install/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.3.zip Kodi Emby Repository - Version 1.0.3]
|broken=
|icon url=https://raw.githubusercontent.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Resources/master/images/Logos/logoicon.png
|repo=[https://emby.media/]
}}

== Introduction ==
<section begin="intro"/>Emby is a media management server that allows you to synchronize media libraries, watched status, and watch progress between compatible devices. Emby for Kodi allows Kodi to use Emby as a media management back-end. This add-on effectively replaces the Kodi built-in media database with Emby. Supported media includes movies, series, music and more.<section end="intro"/>

A quick intro video:

{{youtube|IaecDPcXI3I}}

{|
|| {{divbox|yellow||<big>'''NOTICE:''' This add-on completely takes over the Kodi database, so be sure to do a backup before you begin.</big>}}||
|}

<big>Reference: [[Import-export_library]]</big>

<br />

== Setting up your Emby server ==

=== Basic Setup ===
# Download and install Emby for your desired operating system: https://emby.media/download/
# Open the Emby web interface @ http://[server ip address]:8096
# Follow the instructions as prompted
# Enable path substitution in your Emby server: [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Wiki/wiki/Path%20Substitution Emby Path Substitution Wiki]

=== Optional: Plugins ===
;: Installation of Emby plugins (Add-ons) is done from the Emby web interface
# Navigate to http://[server ip address]:8096/web/dashboard.html
# Select Plugins from the left side
# Select Catalog from within the right side of the window
# Scroll down to general and select the desired pugin to install it.
==== Useful Emby Plugins ====
# Emby for Kodi Sync Queue: This plugin will speed up the media sync done by kodi on every startup
# Auto-Box Set: Automatically organizes Movies into sets (collections in Emby), based on data from themoviedb.org
# Trakt.tv: Sync's watched status between Emby and trakt.tv
::Disable Trakt.tv add-on from all kodi installs, if this is used.

;For further information or a more detailed explanation of the installation process, please see [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Wiki/wiki/Installation the Emby Official Wiki page]

<br />

== Installing Emby for Kodi ==

{|
|| {{divbox|yellow||<big>'''NOTICE:''' It is recommended to start with a fresh Kodi install. Otherwise, remove any Kodi sources added as Emby libraries. </big>}}||
|}

'''Step 1:''' Download the Emby repository.
::a. [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby/wiki/Emby-Repository No Side-Loading Method]
::b. [http://embydata.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/repo-install/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.3.zip Stable Repository]
::c. [http://embydata.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/repo-install/repository.beta.emby.kodi-1.0.5.zip Beta Repository]
<br />
'''Step 2:''' Open Kodi.

<gallery widths=500px heights=313px>
File:Emby Repo Install from Zip.PNG|'''Step 3:''' Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from zip file.
File:Emby Download Location.PNG|'''Step 4:''' Navigate to where the Emby for Kodi repository was saved and select the zip file.
File:Emby_repo.PNG|'''Step 5:''' Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from Repository > Kodi Emby stable/beta add-ons
File:Emby_in_Video_Addons.PNG|'''Step 6:''' Navigate to Video Addons>Emby
File:Install_Emby.PNG|'''Step 7:''' Select install
File:Emby_Connect_to_Server.PNG|'''Step 8:''' If your Emby server is running, the add-on should detect it and prompt you connect to it.
File:Emby_Select_User.PNG|'''Step 9:''' After connecting to your server, you should be prompted to select a user.
File:Emby_Server_Connected.PNG|'''Step 10:''' Finally, you should see a notification
</gallery>

;At this point Emby for Kodi is installed and it has connected to your Emby server. You should see the progress of the import from Emby into the Kodi database.

<br />
== Configuring Emby for Kodi Add-on ==
;# Navigate to System > Add-ons > My add-ons > Video add-ons
;# Open Emby
;# Select Configure

View the Emby for Kodi settings here: [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby/wiki/Emby-for-kodi-settings Settings Details]
<br />
== Bug and issue report ==
Please follow our guide: [https://emby.media/community/index.php?/topic/17599-how-to-report-a-problem/ How to report your issue]<br />
For faster support, post your inquiries on our [https://emby.media/community/index.php?/forum/99-kodi/ Emby for Kodi forums]
<br />
== Emby Shortcuts on the Kodi Home Screen ==
Basic knowledge will help you for most skins. The add-on will automatically tag your content by Emby library name and recreate your them as Video Nodes and Playlists.

'''Step 1: Step "Simple"'''
# Your only job as a user is to add the Emby library shortcuts created for you to your Home Screen.
<br />
== Extra Info ==
:See: '''[https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Kodi/wiki Emby for Kodi Github Wiki]'''

Add-on:Emby for Kodi

2016-09-21T06:03:25Z

Angelblue05:

{{Add-on
|Name=Emby for Kodi
|provider-name=angelblue05, marcelveldt, null_pointer, xnappo, im85288, jurmb84(sync plugin)
|ID=plugin.video.emby
|latest-version=2.2.19
|extension point=xbmc.python.pluginsource
|provides=video audio
|Summary=Allows Kodi to use Emby as a media management back-end.
|Description=The Emby addon for Kodi combines the best of Kodi - ultra smooth navigation, beautiful UIs and playback of any file under the sun, and [https://emby.media Emby] - the most powerful fully open source multi-client media metadata indexer and server.
<br />
|Platform=all
|Language=en
|License=GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. Version 2, June 1991
|Forum=https://emby.media/community/index.php?/forum/99-kodi/
|Website=https://emby.media Emby
|Source=https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby Github
|Email=
|repo=[http://embydata.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/repo-install/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.3.zip Kodi Emby Repository - Version 1.0.3]
|broken=
|icon url=https://raw.githubusercontent.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Resources/master/images/Logos/logoicon.png
|repo=[https://emby.media/]
}}

== Introduction ==
<section begin="intro"/>Emby is a media management server that allows you to synchronize media libraries, watched status, and watch progress between compatible devices. Emby for Kodi allows Kodi to use Emby as a media management back-end. This add-on effectively replaces the Kodi built-in media database with Emby. Supported media includes movies, series, music and more.<section end="intro"/>

A quick intro video:

{{youtube|IaecDPcXI3I}}

{|
|| {{divbox|yellow||<big>'''NOTICE:''' This add-on completely takes over the Kodi database, so be sure to do a backup before you begin.</big>}}||
|}

<big>Reference: [[Import-export_library]]</big>

<br />

== Setting up your Emby server ==

=== Basic Setup ===
# Download and install Emby for your desired operating system: https://emby.media/download/
# Open the Emby web interface @ http://[server ip address]:8096
# Follow the instructions as prompted
# Enable path substitution in your Emby server: [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Wiki/wiki/Path%20Substitution Emby Path Substitution Wiki]

=== Optional: Plugins ===
;: Installation of Emby plugins (Add-ons) is done from the Emby web interface
# Navigate to http://[server ip address]:8096/web/dashboard.html
# Select Plugins from the left side
# Select Catalog from within the right side of the window
# Scroll down to general and select the desired pugin to install it.
==== Useful Emby Plugins ====
# Emby for Kodi Sync Queue: This plugin will speed up the media sync done by kodi on every startup
# Auto-Box Set: Automatically organizes Movies into sets (collections in Emby), based on data from themoviedb.org
# Trakt.tv: Sync's watched status between Emby and trakt.tv
::Disable Trakt.tv add-on from all kodi installs, if this is used.

;For further information or a more detailed explanation of the installation process, please see [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Wiki/wiki/Installation the Emby Official Wiki page]

<br />

== Installing Emby for Kodi ==

{|
|| {{divbox|yellow||<big>'''NOTICE:''' It is recommended to start with a fresh Kodi install. Otherwise, remove any Kodi sources added as Emby libraries. </big>}}||
|}

'''Step 1:''' Download the Emby repository.
::a. [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby/wiki/Emby-Repository No Side-Loading Method]
::b. [http://embydata.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/repo-install/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.3.zip Stable Repository]
::c. [http://embydata.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/repo-install/repository.beta.emby.kodi-1.0.5.zip Beta Repository]
<br />
'''Step 2:''' Open Kodi.

<gallery widths=500px heights=313px>
File:Emby Repo Install from Zip.PNG|'''Step 3:''' Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from zip file.
File:Emby Download Location.PNG|'''Step 4:''' Navigate to where the Emby for Kodi repository was saved and select the zip file.
File:Emby_repo.PNG|'''Step 5:''' Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from Repository > Kodi Emby stable/beta add-ons
File:Emby_in_Video_Addons.PNG|'''Step 6:''' Navigate to Video Addons>Emby
File:Install_Emby.PNG|'''Step 7:''' Select install
File:Emby_Connect_to_Server.PNG|'''Step 8:''' If your Emby server is running, the add-on should detect it and prompt you connect to it.
File:Emby_Select_User.PNG|'''Step 9:''' After connecting to your server, you should be prompted to select a user.
File:Emby_Server_Connected.PNG|'''Step 10:''' Finally, you should see a notification
</gallery>

;At this point Emby for Kodi is installed and it has connected to your Emby server. You should see the progress of the import from Emby into the Kodi database.

<br />

== Configuring Emby for Kodi Add-on ==
;# Navigate to System > Add-ons > My add-ons > Video add-ons
;# Open Emby
;# Select Configure

View the Emby for Kodi settings here: [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby/wiki/Emby-for-kodi-settings Settings Details]

== Emby Shortcuts on the Kodi Home Screen ==
Basic knowledge will help you for most skins. The add-on will automatically tag your content by Emby library name and recreate your them as Video Nodes and Playlists.

'''Step 1: Step "Simple"'''
# Your only job as a user is to add the Emby library shortcuts created for you to your Home Screen.

== Extra Info ==
:See: '''[https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Kodi/wiki Emby for Kodi Github Wiki]'''