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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.
 
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== General FAQ ==
:<big>''See also: '''All_platforms_FAQ''' for FAQs that apply to all versions of XBMC.''</big>
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| Question=What is "Eden"?
| Question=What is "Eden"?
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:Eden is the "codename" for [[XBMC Media Center]] version 11. It was released on 24 March 2012.
Eden is the "codename" for Kodi version 11. It was released on 24 March 2012.
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| Question=Where can I see a full changelog?
| Question=Where can I see a full changelog?
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:http://mirrors.xmission.com/xbmc/releases/11.0-Eden-changelog.txt
See: XBMC v11 (Eden) changelog
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| Question=How do I upgrade to v11?
| Question=How do I upgrade to v11?
| Answer=
| Answer=
:*[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Mac|Mac]]
Just install/copy the new version of XBMC over the old one.
:*[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Windows|Windows]]
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1&vert;Apple TV 1 (silver)
:*[[HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Linux|Linux]]
* [[Archive:Install_Kodi_on_Apple_TV_2&vert;Apple TV 2 (black)]]
:*[[XBMC for iOS specific FAQ#Installing and updating XBMC for iOS|iOS Devices]] - including Apple TV 2 (black)
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch&vert;iOS devices
:*[[XBMCbuntu#How To Install XBMC Live|XBMCbuntu/XBMC Live]]
* HOW-TO:Install XBMC for Linux&vert;Linux
:*Openelec and other pre-made linux distros - Wait for them to push update or manually install an Eden build
* 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
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| Question=Will I lose my settings/library in the upgrade?
| Question=Will I lose my settings/library in the upgrade?
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:No, all settings and your library will be preserved in an upgrade. However, it never hurts to do a backup of your [[userdata]] folder (where all the settings/library DB files are stored).
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]]'''
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{{FAQ|1=reverting
{{FAQ|1=MySQL
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| Question=What happens if I don't like XBMC v11 (Eden), can I just install XBMC v10.1 (Dharma) again?
| Question=Do I need to do anything for MySQL library syncing?
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: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.
Yes, See: Upgrading XBMC from v10 to v11
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{{FAQ|1=breaking
{{FAQ|1=reverting
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| Question=What might break with the transition from v10 to v11?
| Question=What happens if I don't like XBMC v11, can I just install XBMC v10.1 again?
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:Most things from v10 will work in v11. However:
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.
:*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. See [[:Category:All add-ons]] for a list (check the drop-down menus)
:*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.
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{{FAQ|1=make_default
{{FAQ|1=breaking
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| Question=In videos where is the "Make default" option?
| Question=What might break with the transition from v10 to v11?
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:"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
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.
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{{FAQ|1=manually_add
{{FAQ|1=library_mode|2=file_mode
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| Question=What happened to "manually add to library"?
| Question=What happened to Library/File mode for videos?
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:{{see also|Adding videos to the library/Home videos/custom videos}}
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.
: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.
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{{FAQ|1=MySQL
{{FAQ|1=library_titles_files
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| Question=Do I need to do anything for MySQL library syncing?
| Question=How do I make file names show up in File view?
| Answer=
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:Yes, See: [[HOW-TO:Sync multiple libraries/Upgrading XBMC from v10 to v11]]
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}}
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{{FAQ|1=Movie_sets
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| Question=Movie sets removal and scraping
| Question=In videos where is the "Make default" option?
| Answer=
| 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}}
"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
 
:Sets data is scraped automatically, but can be overwritten with [[nfo]] files.
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{{FAQ|1=library_mode|2=file_mode
{{FAQ|1=manually_add
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| Question=What happened to Library/File mode?
| Question=What happened to "manually add to library"?
| Answer=
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: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.
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.
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{{FAQ|1=library_titles_files
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| Question=How do I make file names show up in File view?
| Question=Movie sets removal and scraping
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: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}}
[[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}}
 
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.
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| Question=How do I change Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vise versa) for weather?
| Question=How do I change Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vise versa) for weather?
| Answer=
| Answer=
:{{main|Weather}}
{{main|Weather}}
:Go to {{highlight|Settings -> Appearance -> International -> Region}} and select your local Region and time format.
Go to {{highlight|Settings -> Appearance -> International -> Region}} and select your local Region and time format.
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| Question=How do I make the default skin look like it did in v10?
| Question=How do I make the default skin look like it did in v10?
| Answer=
| 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}}
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}}
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{{FAQ|1=Live_remote
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| Question=My remote control isn't working right in XBMCbuntu (Live)?
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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.
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{{FAQ|1=HD_audio|2=Audio_Engine
{{FAQ|1=HD_audio|2=Audio_Engine
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| Question=Did HD audio/Audio Engine get added in v11?
| Question=Did HD audio/Audio Engine get added in v11?
| Answer=
| Answer=
: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.
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.
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{{FAQ|1=PVR|2=DVR
{{FAQ|1=PVR|2=DVR
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| Question=Did PVR/DVR get added in v11?
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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.
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{{FAQ|1=Hi10P|2=10bit
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| Question=Did PVR/DVR get added in v11?
| Question=Did Hi10P support get added in v11?
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: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.
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).
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| Question=Help for new features
| Question=Help for new features
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::''in progress list''
This is a list of major new features that have a wiki page:
:This is a list of major new features that have a wiki page:
* New network protocols: NFS, AFP
:*New network protocols: [[NFS]], [[AFP]], [[SFTP]]
* AirPlay
:*[[AirPlay]]
* HOW-TO:Modify_dirty_regions
:*[[Dirty regions]]
* Media stubs
:*[[Media stubs]]
* [[Movie sets]]
:*Play from here {{editor note|needs to be added to [[Video library]]}}
* Play from here
:*[[Path substitution]]
* Path substitution
:*Volume amplification/dynamic compression: [[Video playback#OSD audio and subtitle settings]]
* Volume amplification/dynamic compression: Video_playback#Video_Player_OSD
:*[[Slingbox]]
* [[Archive:Slingbox]]
* iOS (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch) and Apple TV 2 (black) port
* [[Weather]] uses add-ons
* [[Web_interface]]
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| Question=Where can I get more help?
| Question=Where can I get more help?
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:The XBMC support forums: http://forum.xbmc.org
The XBMC support forums: http://forum.kodi.tv
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[[Category:FAQ]]
 
[[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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