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<section begin="intro" />Frequently Asked Questions for upgrading to XBMC v11 (Eden) from a previous version. Includes how to enable some of the new features, where some controls got moved to, etc.<section end="intro" />
Problems/questions that have cropped up in the forums. Please add to this if you have any questions.


==Where can I see a full changelog?==
__TOC__
:http://mirrors.xmission.com/xbmc/releases/11.0-Eden-changelog.txt
{{-}}
== What happens if I don't like XBMC v.11 (Eden), can I just install XBMC 10.1 (Dharma) again? ==
== General FAQ ==
:Yep. Whilst Eden does "upgrade" the library, it stores a dharma compatible copy. Just replace the Eden application with Dharma. It is still recommended to always make a backup of your [[userdata]] folder before updating, just incase.
:<big>''See also: '''All_platforms_FAQ''' for FAQs that apply to all versions of XBMC.''</big>
{| width="100%"


== How do I upgrade to v11? ==
{{FAQ|1=Eden
:All settings and your library will be preserved in an upgrade.
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=What is "Eden"?
| Answer=
Eden is the "codename" for Kodi version 11. It was released on 24 March 2012.
}}


:*[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Mac|Mac]]
{{FAQ|1=changelog
:*[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Windows|Windows]]
| BGcolor=
:*[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Linux|Linux]]
| Question=Where can I see a full changelog?
:*[[XBMC for iOS specific FAQ#Installing and updating XBMC for iOS|iOS Devices]] - including Apple TV 2 (black)
| Answer=
:*[[XBMCbuntu#How To Install XBMC Live|XBMCbuntu/XBMC Live]]
See: XBMC v11 (Eden) changelog
:*Openelec and other pre-made linux distros - Wait for them to push update or manually install an Eden build
}}


== What might break with the transition from v10 to v11? ==
{{FAQ|1=installing
:Most things from v10 will work in v11. However:
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
:*Add-ons may not work, prompting XBMC to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.
| Question=How do I upgrade to v11?
:*Skins - needs to be updated for Eden - check your skin has been upgraded ready for Eden: [[:Category:Skins]] (check the drop-down menus). If you have problems starting up XBMC after updating, you might need to move/delete your guisettings.xml file (see [[userdata]] for location) to reset your skin.
| Answer=
Just install/copy the new version of XBMC over the old one.
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1&vert;Apple TV 1 (silver)
* [[Archive:Install_Kodi_on_Apple_TV_2&vert;Apple TV 2 (black)]]
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch&vert;iOS devices
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Linux&vert;Linux
* XBMC for Linux specific FAQ#The Upgrade in Ubuntu properly short how-to upgrade].
* XBMCbuntu#How To Install XBMC Live&vert;XBMCbuntu/XBMC Live
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Mac&vert;Mac
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Windows&vert;Windows
* Openelec and other pre-made linux distros - Wait for them to push update or manually install an Eden build
}}


== In videos where is the "Make default" option? ==
{{FAQ|1=settings
:"Make default" option has been removed to reduce menu cluter. Users are advised a similar result can be achieved through adding a video to favourites and access through there (most skins can display a favourite as a separate menu item or submenu option): http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?t=94372
| BGcolor=
| Question=Will I lose my settings/library in the upgrade?
| Answer=
For most users, no. All settings and your library will be preserved in an upgrade. Settings that aren't preserved are those that have been reorganised, renamed, set to a new default - usually it's only a handful, and only things that don't really matter. However, it never hurts to do a backup of your [[userdata]] folder (where all the settings/library DB files are stored).


== What happened to "manually add to library"==
If you are using MySQL then see [[#MySQL]]'''
:{{see also|Adding videos to the library/Home videos/custom videos}}
}}
:It's gone. It was believed that it wasn't useful due to the amount of information it would add to the file (none - apart from name). If you want the file in the library then use [[NFO|nfo files]], they allow more information to be added and there are many programs available to make them on a variety of platforms.


==MySQL==
{{FAQ|1=MySQL
:There has been changes to the database, please see wiki for new method: [[HOW-TO:Sync multiple libraries/Upgrading XBMC from v10 to v11|Synchronize multiple XBMC libraries from Dharma to Eden]]
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=Do I need to do anything for MySQL library syncing?
| Answer=
Yes, See: Upgrading XBMC from v10 to v11
}}


==Movie sets removal and scraping==
{{FAQ|1=reverting
:Movie sets now have a GUI option to turn them on or off, off being the default.<br/>{{highlight|Settings -> Video -> Library -> Group movies in sets}}
| BGcolor=
| Question=What happens if I don't like XBMC v11, can I just install XBMC v10.1 again?
| Answer=
Yep. Whilst Eden does "upgrade" the library, it stores a dharma compatible copy. Just replace the Eden application with Dharma. It is still recommended to always make a backup of your [[userdata]] folder before updating, just incase.
}}


:Sets data is scraped automatically, but can be overwritten with [[nfo]] files.
{{FAQ|1=breaking
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=What might break with the transition from v10 to v11?
| Answer=
Most things from v10 will work in v11. However:
* Add-ons may not work, prompting XBMC to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.
* Skins - needs to be updated for Eden - check your skin has been upgraded ready for Eden. If you have problems starting up XBMC after updating, you might need to move/delete your guisettings.xml file (see [[Userdata]] for location) to reset your skin.
}}


==Where is the database mode switch gone?/What happened to Library mode?==
{{FAQ|1=library_mode|2=file_mode
:There is no longer a file mode option in options when in library mode. Instead of being "modes" they are now "views" Users should navigate through "Videos" category to "Files" to achieve a similar functionality.
| BGcolor=
| Question=What happened to Library/File mode for videos?
| Answer=
There is no longer a library or file mode. Instead of being "modes" they are now "views". You simply navigate to the library and "Files" rather than use a toggle. While in File ''view'' you can now use library features, such as summaries, cover art, etc, just navigable as folders and manual organization.
}}


==How do I make file names show up in File view?==
{{FAQ|1=library_titles_files
:By default, v11 will replace file names with library titles when it has scanned that file into the library. You can turn this off by changing the settings:<br>{{highlight|Settings -> Videos -> File Lists -> Replace file names with library titles}}
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=How do I make file names show up in File view?
| Answer=
By default v11 will replace file names with library titles when it has scanned that file into the library. You can turn this off by changing the settings:<br />{{highlight|Settings -> Videos -> File Lists -> Replace file names with library titles}}
}}


==How do I change Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vise versa) for weather?==
{{FAQ|1=make_default
:{{main|Weather}}
| BGcolor=
:Go to {{highlight|Settings -> Appearance -> International -> Region}} and select your local Region and time format.
| Question=In videos where is the "Make default" option?
| Answer=
"Make default" option has been removed to reduce menu cluter. Users are advised a similar result can be achieved through adding a video to favourites and access through there (most skins can display a favourite as a separate menu item or submenu option): http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?t=94372
}}


==Did HD audio/Audio Engine get added in v11?==
{{FAQ|1=manually_add
:Nope. HD audio/Audio Engine wasn't ready in time, so it got pushed back to v12. Unofficial builds containing test-versions of audio engine are sometimes posted on the XBMC Forums, but are not officially supported.
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=What happened to "manually add to library"?
| Answer=
It's gone. It was believed that it wasn't useful due to the amount of information it would add to the file (none - apart from name). If you want the file in the library then use [[NFO_files|nfo files]], they allow more information to be added and there are many programs available to make them on a variety of platforms.
}}


==Did PVR/DVR get added in v11?==
{{FAQ|1=movie_sets
:Nope, wasn't planned till at least v12. Like with AE builds, you can find unofficial test builds on the forums from time to time if you don't mind the bugs.
| BGcolor=
| Question=Movie sets removal and scraping
| Answer=
[[Movie sets]] now have a GUI option to turn them on or off, off being the default.<br />{{highlight|Settings -> Video -> Library -> Group movies in sets}}


==Major new features==
Sets data is scraped automatically (unless you use [[Add-on:Universal_Movie_Scraper]] and turn it off in settings), but can be overwritten with [[NFO_files]] files or Add-on:XWMM.
::''in progress list''
}}
:This is a list of major new features that have a wiki page:
:*New network protocols: [[NFS]], [[AFP]], [[SFTP]]
:*[[AirPlay]]
:*[[Dirty regions]]
:*[[Media stubs]]
:*Play from here {{editor note|needs to be added to [[Video library]]}}
:*[[Path substitution]]
:*Volume amplification/dynamic compression: [[Video playback#OSD audio and subtitle settings]]
:*[[Slingbox]]


[[Category:FAQ]]
{{FAQ|1=temperature
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=How do I change Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vise versa) for weather?
| Answer=
{{main|Weather}}
Go to {{highlight|Settings -> Appearance -> International -> Region}} and select your local Region and time format.
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=Confluence
| BGcolor=
| Question=How do I make the default skin look like it did in v10?
| Answer=
You can install the vertical version of the default skin (Confluence) (minus the new features in v11) by installing the alternative version:<br />{{highlight|Settings -> Add-ons -> Get add-ons -> XBMC.org -> Skins -> Confluence Vertical}}
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=Live_remote
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=My remote control isn't working right in XBMCbuntu (Live)?
| Answer=
XBMCbuntu (aka, XBMC Live) v11 shipped with a new kernel version which change the way your remote control is supported. Most of the IR drivers are now supported directly by the Linux kernel it self instead of [[LIRC]]. See http://wilsonet.com/?page_id=95. XBMC will likely receive plain [[Keyboard_controls|keystrokes]] in these situations, instead of getting commands via lirc, causing the remote to behave differently.
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=HD_audio|2=Audio_Engine
| BGcolor=
| Question=Did HD audio/Audio Engine get added in v11?
| Answer=
Nope. HD audio/AudioEngine wasn't ready in time, so it got pushed back to v12. Unofficial builds containing test-versions of audio engine are sometimes posted on the XBMC forums, but are not officially supported.
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=PVR|2=DVR
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=Did PVR/DVR get added in v11?
| Answer=
Nope, wasn't planned for v11. Like with AE builds, you can find unofficial test builds on the forums from time to time, if you don't mind the bugs.
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=Hi10P|2=10bit
| BGcolor=
| Question=Did Hi10P support get added in v11?
| Answer=
Nope, wasn't planned till at least v12. Support for Hi10P can be found with the [http://mirrors.kodi.tv/nightlies/ current nightly builds of XBMC] (late April 2012).
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=new_features
| BGcolor=WhiteSmoke
| Question=Help for new features
| Answer=
This is a list of major new features that have a wiki page:
* New network protocols: NFS, AFP
* AirPlay
* HOW-TO:Modify_dirty_regions
* Media stubs
* [[Movie sets]]
* Play from here
* Path substitution
* Volume amplification/dynamic compression: Video_playback#Video_Player_OSD
* [[Archive:Slingbox]]
* iOS (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch) and Apple TV 2 (black) port
* [[Weather]] uses add-ons
* [[Web_interface]]
}}
 
{{FAQ|1=more_help
| BGcolor=
| Question=Where can I get more help?
| Answer=
The XBMC support forums: http://forum.kodi.tv
}}
 
|}
 
[[Category:Releases|Eden]]

Latest revision as of 22:24, 13 September 2022

Frequently Asked Questions for upgrading to XBMC v11 (Eden) from a previous version. Includes how to enable some of the new features, where some controls got moved to, etc.


General FAQ

See also: All_platforms_FAQ for FAQs that apply to all versions of XBMC.

What is "Eden"?
Link

Eden is the "codename" for Kodi version 11. It was released on 24 March 2012.

Where can I see a full changelog?
Link

See: XBMC v11 (Eden) changelog

How do I upgrade to v11?
Link

Just install/copy the new version of XBMC over the old one.

  • HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1|Apple TV 1 (silver)
  • [[Archive:Install_Kodi_on_Apple_TV_2|Apple TV 2 (black)]]
  • HOW-TO:Install XBMC on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch|iOS devices
  • HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Linux|Linux
  • XBMC for Linux specific FAQ#The Upgrade in Ubuntu properly short how-to upgrade].
  • XBMCbuntu#How To Install XBMC Live|XBMCbuntu/XBMC Live
  • HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Mac|Mac
  • HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Windows|Windows
  • Openelec and other pre-made linux distros - Wait for them to push update or manually install an Eden build

Will I lose my settings/library in the upgrade?
Link

For most users, no. All settings and your library will be preserved in an upgrade. Settings that aren't preserved are those that have been reorganised, renamed, set to a new default - usually it's only a handful, and only things that don't really matter. However, it never hurts to do a backup of your userdata folder (where all the settings/library DB files are stored).

If you are using MySQL then see #MySQL

Do I need to do anything for MySQL library syncing?
Link

Yes, See: Upgrading XBMC from v10 to v11

What happens if I don't like XBMC v11, can I just install XBMC v10.1 again?
Link

Yep. Whilst Eden does "upgrade" the library, it stores a dharma compatible copy. Just replace the Eden application with Dharma. It is still recommended to always make a backup of your userdata folder before updating, just incase.

What might break with the transition from v10 to v11?
Link

Most things from v10 will work in v11. However:

  • Add-ons may not work, prompting XBMC to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.
  • Skins - needs to be updated for Eden - check your skin has been upgraded ready for Eden. If you have problems starting up XBMC after updating, you might need to move/delete your guisettings.xml file (see Userdata for location) to reset your skin.

What happened to Library/File mode for videos?
Link

There is no longer a library or file mode. Instead of being "modes" they are now "views". You simply navigate to the library and "Files" rather than use a toggle. While in File view you can now use library features, such as summaries, cover art, etc, just navigable as folders and manual organization.

How do I make file names show up in File view?
Link

By default v11 will replace file names with library titles when it has scanned that file into the library. You can turn this off by changing the settings:
Settings -> Videos -> File Lists -> Replace file names with library titles

In videos where is the "Make default" option?
Link

"Make default" option has been removed to reduce menu cluter. Users are advised a similar result can be achieved through adding a video to favourites and access through there (most skins can display a favourite as a separate menu item or submenu option): http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?t=94372

What happened to "manually add to library"?
Link

It's gone. It was believed that it wasn't useful due to the amount of information it would add to the file (none - apart from name). If you want the file in the library then use nfo files, they allow more information to be added and there are many programs available to make them on a variety of platforms.

Movie sets removal and scraping
Link

Movie sets now have a GUI option to turn them on or off, off being the default.
Settings -> Video -> Library -> Group movies in sets

Sets data is scraped automatically (unless you use Add-on:Universal_Movie_Scraper and turn it off in settings), but can be overwritten with NFO_files files or Add-on:XWMM.

How do I change Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vise versa) for weather?
Link
Main page: Weather

Go to Settings -> Appearance -> International -> Region and select your local Region and time format.

How do I make the default skin look like it did in v10?
Link

You can install the vertical version of the default skin (Confluence) (minus the new features in v11) by installing the alternative version:
Settings -> Add-ons -> Get add-ons -> XBMC.org -> Skins -> Confluence Vertical

My remote control isn't working right in XBMCbuntu (Live)?
Link

XBMCbuntu (aka, XBMC Live) v11 shipped with a new kernel version which change the way your remote control is supported. Most of the IR drivers are now supported directly by the Linux kernel it self instead of LIRC. See http://wilsonet.com/?page_id=95. XBMC will likely receive plain keystrokes in these situations, instead of getting commands via lirc, causing the remote to behave differently.

Did HD audio/Audio Engine get added in v11?
Link

Nope. HD audio/AudioEngine wasn't ready in time, so it got pushed back to v12. Unofficial builds containing test-versions of audio engine are sometimes posted on the XBMC forums, but are not officially supported.

Did PVR/DVR get added in v11?
Link

Nope, wasn't planned for v11. Like with AE builds, you can find unofficial test builds on the forums from time to time, if you don't mind the bugs.

Did Hi10P support get added in v11?
Link

Nope, wasn't planned till at least v12. Support for Hi10P can be found with the current nightly builds of XBMC (late April 2012).

Help for new features
Link

This is a list of major new features that have a wiki page:

  • New network protocols: NFS, AFP
  • AirPlay
  • HOW-TO:Modify_dirty_regions
  • Media stubs
  • Movie sets
  • Play from here
  • Path substitution
  • Volume amplification/dynamic compression: Video_playback#Video_Player_OSD
  • Archive:Slingbox
  • iOS (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch) and Apple TV 2 (black) port
  • Weather uses add-ons
  • Web_interface

Where can I get more help?
Link

The XBMC support forums: http://forum.kodi.tv

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