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===What is SSH?=== | ===What is SSH?=== | ||
*SSH is a secure shell to access and install software on your ATV2. For ssh command line access you can use [http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/ putty] or [http://www.bitvise.com/tunnelier.html Tunnelier] on Windows, Terminal.app in Mac OS X, or any standard terminal/shell in Linux. | |||
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===Is there an application with a GUI I can use to transfer files?=== | ===Is there an application with a GUI I can use to transfer files?=== | ||
*Try using a SFTP client like [http://filezilla-project.org/ Filezilla] or [http://cyberduck.ch/ Cyberduck]. See this post for a quick-start guide on setting up [http://forum.xbmc.org/showpost.php?p=764272&postcount=85 Filezilla]. | |||
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===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] | |||
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===What formats and resolutions will iOS devices play?=== | ===What formats and resolutions will iOS devices play?=== | ||
*XBMC on iOS can playback all formats supported by XMBC. Only h.264 content is hardware accelerated (playback/decode up to 1080p video), so only HD content in h.264 will be smooth. The iPad2 is the only exception to this and will play ''some'' other HD codecs due to its faster CPU. | |||
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===I have several XBMC devices, how do I centralize my XBMC library?=== | ===I have several XBMC devices, how do I centralize my XBMC library?=== | ||
*Check out the tutorials [http://lifehacker.com/5634515/how-to-synchronize-your-xbmc-media-center-across-every-room-in-the-house here] and [http://lime-technology.com/forum/index.php?topic=11473.msg109149#msg109149 here] | |||
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===How can I backup my XBMC settings?=== | ===How can I backup my XBMC settings?=== | ||
*The most common way is to copy or FTP this directory from the atv2 to another computer: /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata. Some recommend backing up the entire Preferences/XBMC directory. [http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=92778] To restore, FTP the directory back to it's original location, then ssh to the atv2 and run the following command to reset ownership/permissions: | |||
::<pre>chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata</pre> | ::<pre>chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata</pre> | ||
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===I need help jailbreaking=== | ===I need help jailbreaking=== | ||
*See the [http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=99315 ATV2 jailbreak FAQ]. 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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===What happens to original Apple TV 2 software after the XBMC installation?=== | ===What happens to original Apple TV 2 software after the XBMC installation?=== | ||
*XBMC is installed onto the Apple TV 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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===What resolutions is the ATV2 capable of outputting?=== | ===What resolutions is the ATV2 capable of outputting?=== | ||
*The ATV2 can playback 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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===Can I hook up my external harddrive or other USB device to the ATV2?=== | ===Can I hook up my external harddrive or other USB device to the ATV2?=== | ||
*Unfortunately, the ATV2 can not operate as a USB host, so hooking an external drive or any other USB device to it will not work. Only media physically on the ATV2 and media hosted on the network will be available. | |||
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===How do I set the time zone on ATV2?=== | ===How do I set the time zone on ATV2?=== | ||
*iOS 4.3 offers the ability to set the Time Zone via the Apple TV gui, under Settings > General > Time Zone. | |||
*On previous iOS versions it has to be done [http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=92492&highlight=timezone via command line]: | |||
cd /var/db/timezone ; rm localtime | 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") | ln -s /usr/share/zoneinfo/[Country or Region]/[Zone Name] localtime (e.g. "ln -s /usr/share/zoneinfo/Canada/Eastern localtime") | ||
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===How do I stop the ATV from checking for updates and crashing XBMC?=== | ===How do I stop the ATV from checking for updates and crashing XBMC?=== | ||
*Install updatebegone via nitoTV or ssh (i.e. "apt-get install com.nito.updatebegone"). This has fixed the issue in many cases but if it doesn't, first make sure your packages are current ("apt-get update && apt-get upgrade" and reboot), and if the issue is still there, add these lines to your /etc/hosts file: [http://forum.xbmc.org/showpost.php?p=748981&postcount=1] | |||
echo "127.0.0.1 appldnld.apple.com" >> /etc/hosts | 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 mesu.apple.com" >> /etc/hosts | ||
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===Where can I find the version of iOS that I'm running?=== | ===Where can I find the version of iOS that I'm running?=== | ||
*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 [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IOS_version_history#Version_history:_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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===What iDevices are supported today?=== | ===What iDevices are supported today?=== | ||
*Any version of iOS 4 and up that is jailbreakable. iPad1, iPhone 3Gs and iPhone 3rd gen (not the 8GB model) and up are supported. | |||
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===What remotes work?=== | ===What remotes work?=== | ||
* Direct '''touch screen''' input | |||
* '''Web interface''', including add-on interfaces | |||
* Standard Android and iOS remote Apps | |||
* The Apple iOS '''Remote app''' for iTunes/ATV | |||
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===Touch screen controls=== | ===Touch screen controls=== | ||
*'''Context menu:''' Two finger single tap the menu item. | |||
*'''Slide out menus:''' Hold the menu item to bring it up, then swipe right to access the sub content. | |||
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===What is a good touch screen skin for iPad?=== | ===What is a good touch screen skin for iPad?=== | ||
*[http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=107831 Touched], by Jezz X. It's pretty good on the smaller screen iPhone and iPod touch as well. | |||
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===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. | |||
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::''See [[HOW-TO Submit a Proper Bug Report|here]] for bug reporting details and [http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=92480 here] and [[How-To:find and post XBMC.log for iOS|here]] for instructions on reporting an issue to the forums.'' | ::''See [[HOW-TO Submit a Proper Bug Report|here]] for bug reporting details and [http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=92480 here] and [[How-To:find and post XBMC.log for iOS|here]] for instructions on reporting an issue to the forums.'' | ||
*[[Userdata folder]]: <code>/private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata/</code> | |||
*[[Debug log]]: <code>/private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/xbmc.log</code> | |||
*Syslog: <code>/var/log/syslog</code> | |||
*CrashReporter: <code>/var/logs/CrashReporter/*.plist</code> | |||
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===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. | |||
*Run the following command on the iPad/ATV2: | |||
::<pre>chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata</pre> | ::<pre>chown -R mobile:mobile /private/var/mobile/Library/Preferences/XBMC/userdata</pre> | ||
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===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..). | |||
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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> | |||
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===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]. | |||
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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". | |||
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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. | |||
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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]. | |||
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===My ATV2 is still crashing! HELP!=== | ===My ATV2 is still crashing! HELP!=== | ||
*Do you have Firecore Media Player installed? Try removing it and testing again. | |||
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Revision as of 13:31, 13 September 2011
Template:XBMC faq toc Inline XBMC for iOS specific Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
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? |
Where can I get more help with XBMC on ATV2/iOS?
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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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I have several XBMC devices, how do I centralize my XBMC library? |
How can I backup my XBMC settings?
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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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Basic troubleshooting
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?
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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 still crashing! HELP!
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