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These are the Frequently Asked Questions for XBMC that apply to all versions/platforms/OSes.
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- For a basic overview of XBMC and what it can do, or if you've never used XBMC before, see XBMC FAQ
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Uninstalling/fresh installing XBMC
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What version am I running?
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- In the default skin go to: XBMC main menu > System > Lower submenu > System info. (For a nightly build, note the build date.)
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Quick Start Guide for XBMC
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Sync the XBMC library between multiple installs
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- This is considered an advanced/experimental feature.
- See HOW-TO:Synchronize multiple XBMC libraries to sync your library between XBMC devices (for any platform) using MySQL.
- When using library syncing on a portable device, XBMC will freeze up when you are away from your local network. This is because it cannot connect to the MySQL server anymore. To be able to use both library syncing and still use XBMC on-the-go check out this guide: HOW-TO:Create roving and home profiles for mobile iOS devices (The advice is basically the same for any OS)
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- Editor note: Can I use a remote/what controls are there/etc
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Multiple users via profiles
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Profiles allow users to save all of settings as a profile and change them at the touch of a button. It also allows you to grant access to specific folders and network shares based on the profile being used. This is ideal for systems that have multiple users. It works much the same as setting up individual users on your home computer.
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Separating kids videos and parents videos
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- Weather in older version of XBMC (including v10) is broken due to changes outside of our control. To have working weather you must update to XBMC v11.
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Can I run XBMC from my PC to my TV using DLNA/UPnP?
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- No. XBMC must be ran on a computer/supported-device that is directly connected to the TV by a video cable.
- Some files can be shared from XBMC using the built-in UPnP server, but only files scanned into the Video library will show up, and XBMC will not transcode any files, so only file formats that your TV/device can natively playback will work. However, none of XBMC's interface, add-ons, or special features will work.
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Videos and music
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How do I add videos with summaries and that show up under "TV Shows" and "Movies" on the main menu?
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How do I update the library?
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Why don't all movies/shows show up in my library?
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- Editor note: Note XBMC bluray support. Maybe even make a bluray page to explain what is and isn't supported
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- Currently, the only 3D content that XBMC will correctly play is SBS (side-by-side). XBMC's interface and things like the on-screen-display and subtitles will not render in 3D.
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Can XBMC handle multi-part movie files?
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- File stacking is currently only available for movies and not for TV shows or music videos.
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- A Movie Set is a collection of related films that are part of the same fictional universe. The scraper sites include artwork and metadata for Movie Sets which is scraped by Kodi and creates the Movie Set in your library. Movie sets are versatile and can be easily edited to suit your own needs.
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Add-ons
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- Add-ons are a way of extending XBMC's functionality easily. Common add-ons include: Skins, Scrapers, Video Add-ons, Subtitle downloaders but many more are available.
For more information see Add-ons.
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How do I install add-ons?
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Where can I find unofficial add-ons/skins?
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- Add-ons not included in the official XBMC repository can be obtained by using unofficial repositories or installing the add-on using Install from Zip file option. The two main sources for finding unofficial repos and add-ons are 3rd party add-on repositories and the XBMC Add-on support forums.
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Where do I get help with add-ons or skins?
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- You can get help with add-ons at the XBMC Add-on support forums, with some add-ons even having dedicated threads with FAQs, and more. For skins see the XBMC Skin support forums, which has sub-forums for several skins as well as general help threads. Be sure to use the search function to see if your question has been answered before.
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Troubleshooting
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Platform/OS specific troubleshooting
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- Editor note: Note what this means, that most often the issue is a slow server, etc. Maybe mention advancedsettings.xml settings for increasing buffer?
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Not all videos are scanned into the library
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