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<section begin="intro" />'''ODROID''' is a series of powerful ARM-based single-board computers (developer boards), manufactured by Hardkernel Co., Ltd., an open-source hardware company located in South Korea, capable of running Android or Linux. Kodi | <section begin="intro" />'''ODROID''' is a series of powerful ARM-based single-board computers (developer boards), manufactured by Hardkernel Co., Ltd., an open-source hardware company located in South Korea, capable of running Android or Linux. Kodi was easly on first ported for use on Hardkernel ODROID-X, X2, U2, U3, XU, XU2, XU3 and XU3 Lite. And later Kodi has also been ported to the ODROID-C series, and today ODROID-C/C+ and ODROID-C2 supports Full 1080p (Full HD) video playback of the most commonly used codecs, including support for most if not all Kodi [[add-ons]], as well as offering very good GUI performance.<section end="intro" /> | ||
The ODROID series was at first primary designed to act as a development platform for developers wanting to prototype embedded systems based on Samsung Exynos 3, 4, and 5 series of System-on-Chips (SoC), but have since also been made popular for multi-purpose use by low-power device enthusiasts and hobbyist alike, including those using it for as HTPC (Home Theater PC) for Kodi. And today the ODROID-C series are based on [[Amlogic]] SoCs which are primarly designed to be used in media players. | |||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Even though the product name ‘ODROID’ is a portmanteau of ‘open’ + ‘Android’, the hardware isn't actually fully open source because some parts of the design are retained proprietary by the company. As a home media center this line of boards offers a very cheap HTPC | Even though the product name ‘ODROID’ is a portmanteau of ‘open’ + ‘Android’, the hardware isn't actually fully open source because some parts of the design are still retained proprietary by the Hardkernel company or by ARM itself, such as the graphics drivers. As a home media center this line of boards offers a very cheap HTPC clients that as a media player in many cases works better then similar devices like the [[Raspberry Pi]] series. | ||
The best option for Kodi is to use the [[OpenELEC]] distrobution. However the official Ubuntu image from HardKernel also includes a modified version of Kodi (though often outdated and can not be easily updated). | |||
== Reviews == | == Reviews == | ||
=== Odroid C1 | === Odroid C1, C1+, and C2 === | ||
"The Odroid C1 | "The Odroid C1, C1+, and C2 are very low cost (around $30 to $ 40 USD as of early 2016) and very good performance as a HTPC clients. Having a C1/C1+/C2 installed with [[OpenELEC]] is very simple to setup and works exceptionally well. The C1/C1+/C2 handles most skins without lag. There however a few heavier skins like Aeon MQ* that will lag a little bit but not what can be considered beyond acceptable ranges for everyday use. Video performance is great. Odroid-C1 and C1+ can playback 1080p / Full HD Blu-ray Disc (H.264) rips @ 30 FPS plays very fluid even if streamed over WiFi with good signal. And the newer Odroid-C2 which is also capable of playing back videos encoded with the HEVC (H.265) at up to 2160p / Ultra HD @ 30 FPS, and as such outperforming all current versions from the [[Raspberry Pi]]. | ||
== Installing Kodi (OpenELEC) == | == Installing Kodi (OpenELEC) == | ||
Installation is pretty simple for the | Installation is pretty simple for the [[OpenELEC]] Builds, (installing done from a Windows computer): | ||
* Download Win32 Disk Imager: http://com.odroid.com/sigong/blog/blog_list.php?bid=144 (Download link is below the image.) | * Download Win32 Disk Imager: http://com.odroid.com/sigong/blog/blog_list.php?bid=144 (Download link is below the image.) | ||
* Download The disk image for your odroid: | * Download The disk image for your odroid: | ||
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* Ubuntu-based - Head to the wiki page for your board for the current Ubunut image. http://odroid.com/dokuwiki/doku.php | * Ubuntu-based - Head to the wiki page for your board for the current Ubunut image. http://odroid.com/dokuwiki/doku.php | ||
* Android - [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Android]] | * Android - [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Android]] | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Android hardware]] - Other Android platform which Kodi supports hardware video decoding on. | * [[Android hardware]] - Other Android platform which Kodi supports hardware video decoding on. | ||
* [[Android]] - Android operating system information in regards to Kodi usage. | * [[Android]] - Android operating system information in regards to Kodi usage. | ||
== Links == | == Links == | ||
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ODROID is a series of powerful ARM-based single-board computers (developer boards), manufactured by Hardkernel Co., Ltd., an open-source hardware company located in South Korea, capable of running Android or Linux. Kodi was easly on first ported for use on Hardkernel ODROID-X, X2, U2, U3, XU, XU2, XU3 and XU3 Lite. And later Kodi has also been ported to the ODROID-C series, and today ODROID-C/C+ and ODROID-C2 supports Full 1080p (Full HD) video playback of the most commonly used codecs, including support for most if not all Kodi add-ons, as well as offering very good GUI performance.
The ODROID series was at first primary designed to act as a development platform for developers wanting to prototype embedded systems based on Samsung Exynos 3, 4, and 5 series of System-on-Chips (SoC), but have since also been made popular for multi-purpose use by low-power device enthusiasts and hobbyist alike, including those using it for as HTPC (Home Theater PC) for Kodi. And today the ODROID-C series are based on Amlogic SoCs which are primarly designed to be used in media players.
Overview
Even though the product name ‘ODROID’ is a portmanteau of ‘open’ + ‘Android’, the hardware isn't actually fully open source because some parts of the design are still retained proprietary by the Hardkernel company or by ARM itself, such as the graphics drivers. As a home media center this line of boards offers a very cheap HTPC clients that as a media player in many cases works better then similar devices like the Raspberry Pi series.
The best option for Kodi is to use the OpenELEC distrobution. However the official Ubuntu image from HardKernel also includes a modified version of Kodi (though often outdated and can not be easily updated).
Reviews
Odroid C1, C1+, and C2
"The Odroid C1, C1+, and C2 are very low cost (around $30 to $ 40 USD as of early 2016) and very good performance as a HTPC clients. Having a C1/C1+/C2 installed with OpenELEC is very simple to setup and works exceptionally well. The C1/C1+/C2 handles most skins without lag. There however a few heavier skins like Aeon MQ* that will lag a little bit but not what can be considered beyond acceptable ranges for everyday use. Video performance is great. Odroid-C1 and C1+ can playback 1080p / Full HD Blu-ray Disc (H.264) rips @ 30 FPS plays very fluid even if streamed over WiFi with good signal. And the newer Odroid-C2 which is also capable of playing back videos encoded with the HEVC (H.265) at up to 2160p / Ultra HD @ 30 FPS, and as such outperforming all current versions from the Raspberry Pi.
Installing Kodi (OpenELEC)
Installation is pretty simple for the OpenELEC Builds, (installing done from a Windows computer):
- Download Win32 Disk Imager: http://com.odroid.com/sigong/blog/blog_list.php?bid=144 (Download link is below the image.)
- Download The disk image for your odroid:
- For the C1 or C1+ use the latest image from here: http://forum.odroid.com/viewtopic.php?f=114&t=16093 (Latest version at the top may be a Beta. You must download a SD card image. Then you can update to a later version if the version you want does not have an image.)
- For all other version use one from here: from here: http://forum.odroid.com/viewtopic.php?f=79&t=5915 (Scroll past the sources to the Images.)
- Insert your SD card or eMMC and start the Win32 Disk Imager.
- Select your disk Image and the drive letter and click Write. Once the process is complete Click Verify. If the verification fails Click write again and the verify again. If it still fails ignore it.
- Insert the SD or eMMC into your odroid, plug your HDMI and Wifi module in before you plug the power in.
- The Odroid will start and show the Openelec Logo for a few minuets. The Odroid will then restart and Boot into Kodi. You will be greeted with the OpenELEC startup screen. Follow the prompts and you will be enjoying in no time.
Other Software Options
- Ubuntu-based - Head to the wiki page for your board for the current Ubunut image. http://odroid.com/dokuwiki/doku.php
- Android - HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Android
See also
- Android hardware - Other Android platform which Kodi supports hardware video decoding on.
- Android - Android operating system information in regards to Kodi usage.
Links
- Hardkernel ODROID website - http://hardkernel.com