Archive:Raspberry Pi FAQ

2016-03-23T13:56:45Z

Neatsoft:

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'''F'''requently '''A'''sked '''Q'''uestions Kodi running on the '''[[Raspberry Pi]]'''.

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== General FAQ ==
:<big>''See also: '''[[XBMC all platforms FAQ]]''' for FAQs that apply to all versions of Kodi.''</big>
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{{FAQ|1=Install
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| Question= Installing Kodi (for Linux) on the Raspberry Pi
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{{main|HOW-TO:Install Kodi on Raspberry Pi}}
{{#lst:HOW-TO:Install Kodi on Raspberry Pi|install}}
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{{FAQ|1=Version
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| Question= Can I run Kodi for Android on Raspberry Pi?
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* Sort answer is no. There are current no full featured versions of the [[Android|Android operating-system]] that work on Raspberry Pi (first-generation) or Raspberry Pi 2. If and when the [[w:Raspberry Pi Foundation|Raspberry Pi Foundation]] released a full featured versions of Android for Raspberry Pi, (which if ever it probably only will for the newer Raspberry Pi 2), then in theory Kodi for Android should just work on it. This will however depend on they by the meaning of "''full featured''" fulfill all the Android API requirements that Kodi needs to fully function properly.
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{{FAQ|1=Version
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| Question= Can I run Kodi for Windows on Raspberry Pi?
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* No. There are no full featured versions of the [[Windows|Windows operating-system]] that work on Raspberry Pi (first-generation) or Raspberry Pi 2, and there probably never will be. Microsoft have a released an IoT (Internet of Things) version of Windows 10 for Raspberry Pi 2, and by definition that IoT version is not a full featured versions of Windows which is what Kodi for Windows would need to run on the Raspberry Pi.}}

{{FAQ|1=Version
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| Question= Is Kodi for Raspberry Pi different from normal Kodi?
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* The current stable version of Kodi for Raspberry Pi is {{current version}}. This is the same code that all of the other platforms (Linux, iOS, Mac OS X, Windows, etc) are using.
* There are two acceleration options on the Pi. "omxplayer" runs much of the player logic on the gpu which is highest performance option and can handle raw Blu-Ray quality videos. It does not support DVD menus or ALSA audio.
* "MMAL" acceleration uses dvdplayer with hardware acceleration of the video codec. Performance is a little lower than omxplayer, but should still handle most 1080p content.
* By default both are enabled, and omxplayer acceleration will be disabled when not appropriate (i.e. DVDs with menus or when ALSA audio is enabled).
* If you don't play raw Blu-Ray quality videos then disabling omxplayer acceleration is an option which some users may prefer.
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{{FAQ|1=Current_build
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| Question= How do I find out what version of Kodi am I running?
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* Kodi main menu > System > Lower submenu > System info. '''Note the build date.'''
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{{FAQ|1=Formats
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| Question= Video and audio formats the Raspberry Pi can playback
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* H.264 (up to High Profile) encoded videos are supported up to 1080P using hardware video decoding. ''Note: [[Hi10P]] will not work.''
* MPEG-4 encoded videos are supported up to 1080P using hardware video decoding. This includes XviD and recent versions on DivX (but not the older 3.xx DivX).
* The Raspberry Pi Foundation offers additional video codec licenses for a few dollars. At the moment you can purchase MPEG-2 and VC1, both with support up to 1080P. Read [[#Enabling_additional_video_codecs|below]] on how to enable these.
* MJPEG, VP6, VP8 and OGG Theora are supported as GPU accelerated software decoders. These are limited to DVD resolutions.
* Codecs without gpu support like DivX 3, msmpeg and sorenson spark will be decoded by dvdplayer on the ARM. Should work for SD resolutions.
* DVD ISOs with menus should work fine (using dvdplayer).
* Software DTS audio decode works well in recent builds. TrueHD audio is CPU intensive and may require overclocking.
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{{FAQ|1=Output
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| Question= Video and audio output on the Raspberry Pi
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* Video output via HDMI up to 1080P. The GUI is 1080p by default, but can be reduced in video settings without affecting video resolution.
* Video output via the analog component video (RCA) jack will be in SD.
* Analog audio output via the mini phone jack is supported.
* I2S and USB ALSA audio cards are supported with {{current version}} builds. omxplayer acceleration is not available (it will be disabled automatically).
* DTS and AC3 audio passthrough audio is supported (and recommended, as it will reduce CPU load on the R-Pi)
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{{FAQ|1=Multichannel_Audio
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| Question= How about multichannel audio support?
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* By default audio is downmixed to stereo.
* If your receiver/TV supports DTS or AC3 passthrough then enable these in audio settings and you will get 6 channel audio.
* Multichannel PCM audio is supported over HDMI. Note: not all receivers support this and toslink/optical will not.
* Enable by setting the speaker configuration to suitable value (e.g. 5.1 or 7.1).
* If your recevier does not support multichannel PCM, then leave this at 2.0. You can still get multichannel audio through passthrough.
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{{FAQ|1=Extra_codecs
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| Question= Enabling additional video codecs
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You can buy additional video codecs (VC-1 - used in some bluray discs, and MPEG-2) from the [http://www.raspberrypi.com/license-keys/ Raspberry Pi Foundation online shop]. After purchase the keys are emailed to you, looking like this (invalid keys used for example):

<pre>decode_MPG2=0x1cc591c7
decode_WVC1=0x8aa09876</pre>

In order to enable additional video codecs you should modify ''/boot/config.txt'' and add these lines literally. The method may vary per distribution:

* Manual: Open ''/boot/config.txt'' with a text editor like nano or vi, and add the keys.
* [[XBian]]: You can add/remote your keys using [http://xbian.org/getting-started/configuring-xbian/ XBian-config]. After reboot your keys will be entered and ready to use.
* [[OSMC]]: Go in to My OSMC -> Pi Config. Navigate to Codecs and enter your keys with the on-screen keyboard. After a reboot your keys will be entered and ready to use.
* [[OpenELEC]]: Type <code>mount /flash -o remount,rw</code> to remount the boot partition in read/write mode. The file to edit is located in ''/flash/config.txt'', and contains stubs for the license keys. Add the keys using nano or vi. There is also an unofficial [http://openelec.tv/forum/124-raspberry-pi/68533 add-on] which can be used to enter the codec information.
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{{FAQ|1=Media
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| Question= Accessing media
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{{See also|Adding videos to the library|File sharing}}
* You can connect to media that's being shared from a computer, HTPC, or NAS device on your local network.
* You can access media on the main SD card or from the USB ports (hard drives, USB stick drives, hubs, all supported).
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{{FAQ|1=Add-ons|2=Skins
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| Question= Add-ons and skins
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* Kodi for Raspberry Pi is a full version of Kodi and will be able to use all non-platform specific [[add-ons]] and [[skins]]. More feature rich (CPU demanding) skins might not run smoothly, so keep to "lighter" skins.
* Recommended lite skins include: Confluence (default skin), Amber, Metropolis, Quartz, Quartz Reloaded, Slik, xTV-SAF. Aeon Nox 5 is quite usable.
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{{FAQ|1=Shutdown
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| Question= How to properly shutdown/disconnect
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* It is not possible to use traditional "shutdown" on the Raspberry Pi. The only way to power it off is to disconnect the power.
* ALWAYS select the shutdown command in Kodi before powering off the Raspberry Pi. Failure to do so can corrupt the Kodi library databases, other databases, or even other OS files.
* Most users leave the Raspberry Pi on all the time, as it uses very little power (the cost of electricity for a year is about the price of a hamburger).
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{{FAQ|1=Remotes
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| Question= Remotes for Raspberry Pi
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{{see|Raspberry Pi#Remote controls}}
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{{FAQ|1=MySQL
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| Question= MySQL library sharing
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* If you are using [[MySQL]] library sharing features, please note that your library will only sync with the Raspberry Pi if all your other Kodi instances are running the same version ([[#Current_build|how to check your version]]).
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== Troubleshooting ==
{{see also|Troubleshooting}}
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{{FAQ|1=Forum|2=IRC
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| Question= Getting more help with Kodi for Raspberry Pi
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* '''[http://forum.kodi.tv/forumdisplay.php?fid=166 Kodi for Raspberry Pi specific help forum]'''
* '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/xbmc-rpi #xbmc-rpi]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org.
* '''[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=xbmc-rpi #xbmc-rpi]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] channel on Freenode (Webchat)
* '''[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=openelec #openelec]''' OpenELEC [[w:IRC|IRC]] support on Freenode (Webchat)
* '''[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=xbian #xbian]''' XBian [[w:IRC|IRC]] support on Freenode (Webchat)
* '''[http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=osmc #osmc]''' OSMC [[w:IRC|IRC]] support on Freenode (Webchat)
* Also see the individual Kodi/OS distribution documentation and support forums noted '''[[Raspberry Pi/FAQ#Install|above]]'''.
* For general Raspberry Pi info and help be sure to see http://raspberrypi.org and the very excellent '''[http://elinux.org/R-Pi_Hub Raspberry Pi Wiki]'''
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{{FAQ|1=Logs|2=Userdata|3=logs
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| Question= Userdata folder and logs
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:''See '''[[How-to:Submit a proper bug report]]''' for bug reporting details and '''[[Debug log]]''' for how to post the debug log.''
* [[Userdata folder]]:
** OpenELEC: {{highlight|/storage/.kodi/userdata/}}
** OSMC: {{highlight|/home/osmc/.kodi/userdata/}}
** XBian: {{highlight|/home/xbian/.kodi/userdata/}}
* [[Debug log]]:
** OpenELEC: {{highlight|/storage/.kodi/temp/kodi.log}}
** OSMC: {{highlight|/home/osmc/.kodi/temp/kodi.log}}. On OSMC, a Debug log can be uploaded via My OSMC -> Log Uploader.
** XBian: {{highlight|/home/xbian/.kodi/temp/kodi.log}}
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{{FAQ|1=Language
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| Question= Wrong language displayed in Kodi
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* If you're getting a different language displayed in Kodi than the one you've set in {{highlight|bordered=yes|[[Settings/Appearance#International|Settings -> Appearance -> International]]}}, it could be caused by your TV's language settings over [[CEC]].
* Go into {{highlight|bordered=yes|[[Settings/System#Input devices|Settings -> System -> Input devices -> Peripherals -> RasPi CEC module -> Use TV's language]]}} and set to off.
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{{FAQ|1=Issues
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| Question= Raspberry Pi known issues
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{{#lst:Frodo issues|Raspberry Pi}}
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{{FAQ|1=Buffering|2=Performance
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| Question= Performance: video buffering, stuttering, choppiness
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{{main|Raspberry Pi#Maximizing performance}}
{{#lst:Raspberry Pi|performance}}
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{{FAQ|1=Memory Usage
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| Question= Memory usage (especially with 256M Pi)
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* gpu_mem should be set to 128M on a Pi1, 256M on a Pi2. On a 256M Pi1 it is recommended to set it to 112M. On a 512M Pi1 it may be worth increasing this if you are running heavy skins or if you want to increase the default fanart resolution or colour depth. 256M should be more than enough on a Pi1, although 320M on a Pi2 may be appropriate if using higher resolution imageres/fanartres and also higher colour.
* A 256M Pi is quite short on memory. Be careful with running other apps in the background (e.g. torrents) or installing add-ons that consume memory.
* The default cachemembuffersize will be 2M for a 256M Pi, and 20M for a 512M Pi1/Pi2. You can use 0 to cache to sdcard.
* Reducing the "GUI resolution limit" (e.g. to 720p) in settings/system/video will save memory. This is a default on a 256M Pi. Video will still play at full resolution (e.g. 1080p).
* Enabling "higher colour depth artwork" will use more memory. It should be disabled on 256M Pi.
* Reducing imageres/fanartres will reduce memory usage.
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{{FAQ|1=TV is not detected unless powered on first
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| Question=TV is not detected unless powered on first
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* Some TVs/receivers only report their capabilities (EDID) through HDMI when powered on before the Pi.
* If TV doesn't get the right resolution or CEC doesn't work when Pi is powered before the TV/receiver then you can:
* Run: <code>sudo tvservice -d edid.dat</code> (after booting with TV/receiver powered on first)
* copy the edid.dat to the FAT partition (/boot on raspbmc and /flash on openelec)
* and add to config.txt: <code>hdmi_edid_file=1</code> and <code>hdmi_force_hotplug=1</code>
* Note: if you change TV/receiver or use a different HDMI input you should capture a new edid.dat file
* You can use '''[https://github.com/neatsoft/rpi-edid-lock Raspberry Pi EDID locker]''' to run all these commands at once.
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{{FAQ|1=Videos don't play from archives
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* When browsing, any archives need to be extracted to identify the content. This can be very slow and even cause out-of-memory crashes with large archive files.
* On the Pi this is now optional (enabled by default), enable or disable with: {{highlight|bordered=yes|[[Settings/Appearance#File lists|Settings -> Appearance -> File lists -> Support browsing into archives]]}}
* If your library does contain rar files, beware of disabling - you may need to rescan library after enabling again. Also note that subitles in rar won't work when disabled.
* Note: using rar files doesn't save any space as video files are already highly compressed, so just extracting them would be the preferred solution.
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{{FAQ|1=Coloured square appears on screen
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| Question=Coloured square appears on screen
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* A coloured square may appear in the top right corner of screen to warn you of problems that should be remedied.* More info [http://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=82373 here].
* A multicoloured square means the voltage is too low. You should try a better power supply or cable between power supply and Pi (Note: under-voltage detection is only supported on B+ and Pi 2)
* A red square means temperature is high (85'C) and overclock has been disabled. This is pretty rare, but can occur in a hot environment, with a case with no ventilation and with the Pi on hot equipment.
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{{FAQ|1=Audio or video dropouts on HDMI
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| Question=Audio or video dropouts on HDMI
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* If the dropouts only occur when playing video with "adjust display refresh rate to match video" enabled, then try adding hdmi_clock_change_limit=20 to config.txt
* If the dropouts occur when cpu is busy (e.g. scrolling through library) then an insufficient power supply is most likely.
* If the dropouts occur randomly, or you have interference visible, then try config_hdmi_boost from [http://elinux.org/R-Pi_Troubleshooting#Troubleshooting_power_problems here]
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