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{{Addon
{{Add-on
|Name=Emby for Kodi
|Name=Emby for Kodi
|provider-name=xnappo, null_pointer, im85288
|provider-name=angelblue05, marcelveldt, null_pointer, xnappo, im85288, jurmb84(sync plugin)
|ID=plugin.video.emby
|ID=plugin.video.emby
|latest-version=1.1.13
|latest-version=2.2.19
|extension point=xbmc.python.pluginsource
|extension point=xbmc.python.pluginsource
|provides=video audio
|provides=video audio
|Summary=Allows Kodi to use an Emby Server as a media management backend. This add on effectively replaces the Kodi built-in media database with the Emby Server. Currently supported media includes Movies, TV Episodes, & Music.
|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
|Platform=all
|Language=en
|Language=en
|License=GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. Version 2, June 1991
|License=GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. Version 2, June 1991
|Forum=http://emby.media/community/index.php?/forum/99-kodi/
|Forum=https://emby.media/community/index.php?/forum/99-kodi/
|Website=http://emby.media/
|Website=https://emby.media Emby
|Source=https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Kodi
|Source=https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby Github
|repo= [http://www.mb3admin.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/kodi-repo/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.2.zip Emby for Kodi Repository]
|Email=
|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=
|broken=
|icon url=}}
|icon url=https://raw.githubusercontent.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Resources/master/images/Logos/logoicon.png
|repo=[https://emby.media/]
}}


== Introduction ==  
== 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 an Emby Server as a media management backend. This add-on effectively replaces the Kodi built-in media database with the Emby Server. Currently supported media includes Movies, TV Episodes, & Music. <section end="intro"/>
<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 from one of the dev's: https://youtu.be/IaecDPcXI3I?t=119
=== Overview of Steps===
# Install & set up Emby server
# Install Emby add-on in Kodi
# Configure Emby add-on in Kodi


== Setting up Emby ==
A quick intro video:
Discussion of how to setup Emby will be done here.  This discussion will be somewhat high level and will point the user to the Emby wiki for more details, but it will give the user enough info to get started.  It will also discuss any settings specific to using Emby for Kodi


== Installing Emby for Kodi ==
{{youtube|IaecDPcXI3I}}


# Download the Emby for Kodi repository.
{|
::a. [http://www.mb3admin.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/kodi-repo/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.2.zip Stable Repository]
|| {{divbox|yellow||<big>'''NOTICE:''' This add-on completely takes over the Kodi database, so be sure to do a backup before you begin.</big>}}||
::b. [http://www.mb3admin.com/downloads/addons/xbmb3c/kodi-beta-repo/repository.beta.mediabrowser.kodi-1.0.4.zip Beta Repository]
|}
# Open Kodi.
# Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from zip file
# Navigate to where the Emby for Kodi repository was saved and select the zip file.
# Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from Repository > Kodi Emby stable/beta add-ons > Video Addons
# Select Emby and select install
# Restart Kodi
# Kodi should find your Emby Server
# From the user prompt, select the appropriate user


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


At this point Emby for Kodi is installed and it has connected to your Emby Server.  You should see a box in on the screen showing the progress of the import from the Emby server into the Kodi database.
<br />


== Configuring Emby for Kodi ==
== Setting up your Emby server ==
Discussion of how to configure the Emby for Kodi add-on in Kodi will be done here.  This section will be a step-by-step guide.


=== 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
# Set up your libraries Emby and include "Optional Network Paths": [https://support.emby.media/support/solutions/articles/44001159319-library-setup]


*Note: This page is currently in the process of being updated.  
=== Optional: Plugins ===
*See: '''https://github.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Kodi/wiki'''
;: 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.
# Restart your Emby service by clicking on '''Dashboard''' and then the little power icon next to the server name, select '''Restart Emby Server'''
==== Useful Emby Plugins ====
# Kodi Companion: 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 the Emby add-on 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.
More info on: https://kodi.emby.media/
::a. [https://github.com/MediaBrowser/plugin.video.emby/wiki/Emby-Repository No Side-Loading Method] - Set up a new https source and download the add-in (no external media required)
::b. [https://kodi.emby.media/repository.emby.kodi-1.0.6.zip Stable Repository] - Load via USB or other media
::c. [https://kodi.emby.media/repository.beta.emby.kodi-1.0.9.zip Beta Repository] - Load via USB or other media
<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]'''

Revision as of 09:12, 31 August 2020

Emby for Kodi
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/MediaBrowser/Emby.Resources/master/images/Logos/logoicon.png

Author: angelblue05, marcelveldt, null_pointer, xnappo, im85288, jurmb84(sync plugin)
Website: Emby link
Type: Music/Audio and Video
Repo:

License: GPL v2.0
Source: Github Source code
Summary: Allows Kodi to use Emby as a media management back-end.
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The Emby addon for Kodi combines the best of Kodi - ultra smooth navigation, beautiful UIs and playback of any file under the sun, and Emby - the most powerful fully open source multi-client media metadata indexer and server.

Introduction

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.

Overview of Steps

  1. Install & set up Emby server
  2. Install Emby add-on in Kodi
  3. Configure Emby add-on in Kodi

A quick intro video:

NOTICE: This add-on completely takes over the Kodi database, so be sure to do a backup before you begin.

Reference: Import-export_library


Setting up your Emby server

Basic Setup

  1. Download and install Emby for your desired operating system: https://emby.media/download/
  2. Open the Emby web interface @ http://[server ip address]:8096
  3. Follow the instructions as prompted
  4. Set up your libraries Emby and include "Optional Network Paths": [1]

Optional: Plugins

Installation of Emby plugins (Add-ons) is done from the Emby web interface
  1. Navigate to http://[server ip address]:8096/web/dashboard.html
  2. Select Plugins from the left side
  3. Select Catalog from within the right side of the window
  4. Scroll down to general and select the desired pugin to install it.
  5. Restart your Emby service by clicking on Dashboard and then the little power icon next to the server name, select Restart Emby Server

Useful Emby Plugins

  1. Kodi Companion: This plugin will speed up the media sync done by Kodi on every startup
  2. Auto Box Set: Automatically organizes Movies into sets (collections in Emby), based on data from themoviedb.org
  3. 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 the Emby Official Wiki page


Installing the Emby add-on for Kodi

NOTICE: It is recommended to start with a fresh Kodi install. Otherwise, remove any Kodi sources added as Emby libraries.

Step 1: Download the Emby repository. More info on: https://kodi.emby.media/

a. No Side-Loading Method - Set up a new https source and download the add-in (no external media required)
b. Stable Repository - Load via USB or other media
c. Beta Repository - Load via USB or other media


Step 2: Open Kodi.

  • Step 3: Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from zip file.

    Step 3: Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from zip file.

  • Step 4: Navigate to where the Emby for Kodi repository was saved and select the zip file.

    Step 4: Navigate to where the Emby for Kodi repository was saved and select the zip file.

  • Step 5: Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from Repository > Kodi Emby stable/beta add-ons

    Step 5: Navigate to System > Add-ons > Install from Repository > Kodi Emby stable/beta add-ons

  • Step 6: Navigate to Video Addons>Emby

    Step 6: Navigate to Video Addons>Emby

  • Step 7: Select install

    Step 7: Select install

  • Step 8: If your Emby server is running, the add-on should detect it and prompt you connect to it.

    Step 8: If your Emby server is running, the add-on should detect it and prompt you connect to it.

  • Step 9: After connecting to your server, you should be prompted to select a user.

    Step 9: After connecting to your server, you should be prompted to select a user.

  • Step 10: Finally, you should see a notification

    Step 10: Finally, you should see a notification

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.


Configuring Emby for Kodi Add-on

  1. Navigate to System > Add-ons > My add-ons > Video add-ons
  2. Open Emby
  3. Select Configure

View the Emby for Kodi settings here: Settings Details

Bug and issue report

Please follow our guide: How to report your issue
For faster support, post your inquiries on our Emby for Kodi forums

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"

  1. Your only job as a user is to add the Emby library shortcuts created for you to your Home Screen.


Extra Info

See: Emby for Kodi Github Wiki
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