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{{FAQ header|for iOS, including [[w:iDevices|iDevices]] and the [[Apple TV 2 (black)]].}} | {{FAQ header|for iOS, including [[w:iDevices|iDevices]] and the [[Apple TV 2 (black)]].}} | ||
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| Question= Is XBMC for iOS different from normal XBMC? | | Question= Is XBMC for iOS different from normal XBMC? | ||
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*The current stable version of XBMC for iOS is | *The current stable version of XBMC for iOS is v12 ([[Frodo]]). This is the same code that all of the other platforms (Linux, Mac, Windows) are using.}} | ||
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*That's simply how the 5.x launcher works. If you look, this is the same for all other options. XBMC only has one entry in the sub-menu which probably makes it stand out more. | *That's simply how the 5.x launcher works. If you look, this is the same for all other options. XBMC only has one entry in the sub-menu which probably makes it stand out more. | ||
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| Question= Touch screen controls | | Question= Touch screen controls | ||
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*'''Context menu:''' | *'''Context menu:''' Single-finger long tap or two-finger single tap the menu item. | ||
*'''Go Back:''' Two finger swipe left. | *'''Go Back:''' Two finger swipe left. | ||
*'''Zoom into/out of Image:''' Pinch. | *'''Zoom into/out of Image:''' Pinch. | ||
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*These cables can be used via jailbreak solutions found on [[w:Cydia|Cydia]] such as DisplayOut and TVout2, but will be limited to the current screen resolution. | *These cables can be used via jailbreak solutions found on [[w:Cydia|Cydia]] such as DisplayOut and TVout2, but will be limited to the current screen resolution. | ||
*Retina is supported on iPhone 4, 4S, and the 4th gen iPod touch. | *Retina is supported on iPhone 4, 4S, and the 4th gen iPod touch. | ||
*Native video out in [[nightly builds]] | *Native video out in [[nightly builds]] | ||
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'''4.''' Now you can use the iDevice screen for directional navigation by swiping. Tap to select things, two finger tap to go back. | '''4.''' Now you can use the iDevice screen for directional navigation by swiping. Tap to select things, two finger tap to go back. | ||
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::'''''Note:''' AirPlay mirroring only works from an iDevice with an A5 or higher SoC (iPhone 4S, iPad 2/3), and will only stream to the native AirPlay feature of Apple TV 2 and 3 (in other words, it won't work with XBMC's [[AirPlay]] server as a target).'' | ::'''''Note:''' AirPlay mirroring only works from an iDevice with an A5 or higher SoC (iPhone 4S, iPad 2/3), and will only stream to the native AirPlay feature of Apple TV 2 and 3 (in other words, it won't work with XBMC's [[AirPlay]] server as a target).'' | ||
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| Question= iPad camera connector for USB and SD cards | | Question= iPad camera connector for USB and SD cards | ||
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*XBMC for iOS can read videos and files via the iPad Camera Connector Kit though the SD card reader or the USB port adapter (drives must be self powered or hub powered). Files should show up under {{highlight|/var/mnt/mount1/}} | *XBMC for iOS can read videos and files via the iPad Camera Connector Kit though the SD card reader or the USB port adapter (drives must be self powered or hub powered). Files should show up under {{highlight|/var/mnt/mount1/}}. For troubleshooting tips when using the CCK, see [[forum:123816|this forum thread]]. | ||
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| Question= Stuck on a bad skin | | Question= Stuck on a bad skin | ||
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| Question= No sound with DTS or AC3 | | Question= No sound with DTS or AC3 | ||
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| Question= AC3 files stutter or have static noise | | Question= AC3 files stutter or have static noise | ||
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*AC3 Audio can stutter and pause video | *XBMC v12 Frodo currently has a bug that prevents it from using AC3 without "passthrough" enabled. Meaning you can't use AC3 unless your TV or sound receiver directly supports it, for the time being. | ||
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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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| Question=Not enough space/memory | | Question=Not enough space/memory | ||
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| Question= Thumbnails taking up too much space or are causing long loading times | | Question= Thumbnails taking up too much space or are causing long loading times | ||
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*You can change the size of thumbnails that are saved by creating an advancedsettings.xml file and setting the <code><thumbsize></code> parameter. This can also speed up the loading of thumbnails. See [[advancedsettings.xml#<thumbsize>]] for more info. | *You can change the size of thumbnails that are saved by creating an advancedsettings.xml file and setting the <code><thumbsize></code> parameter. This can also speed up the loading of thumbnails. See [[advancedsettings.xml#<thumbsize>]] for more info. | ||
*If you have a huge database, [[Path subs|moving your fanart and thumbnails]] will free up some space, but will make thumbnail and library loading slower as a tradeoff. | *If you have a huge database, [[Path subs|moving your fanart and thumbnails]] will free up some space, but will make thumbnail and library loading slower as a tradeoff. | ||
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Revision as of 01:04, 29 January 2013
Frequently Asked Questions for iOS, including iDevices and the Apple TV 2 (black). Template:ATV3 Template:XBMC FAQ
General FAQ (all devices)
- See also: XBMC all platforms FAQ for FAQs that apply to all versions of XBMC.
The following applies to all supported iOS devices, including: Apple TV 2, iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch.
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Apple TV 2 (black)
- This is the FAQ for the Apple TV 2 (black). For the original Apple TV 1 (silver) see: Apple TV 1 FAQ
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