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= Overview = | |||
ServerWMC is server interface for Windows which communicates with Windows Media Center (WMC) allowing it to be used a PVR backend providing Live TV, PVR functions and electronic program guide data. These services are provided to XBMC though the [[Add-on:PVR.WMC|PVR.WMC]] add-on.<br /> | ServerWMC is server interface for Windows which communicates with Windows Media Center (WMC) allowing it to be used a PVR backend providing Live TV, PVR functions and electronic program guide data. These services are provided to XBMC though the [[Add-on:PVR.WMC|PVR.WMC]] add-on.<br /> | ||
ServerWMC was developed and is maintained by [http://forum.xbmc.org/member.php?action=profile&uid=135134 krustyreturns]. | ServerWMC was developed and is maintained by [http://forum.xbmc.org/member.php?action=profile&uid=135134 krustyreturns]. | ||
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= Configuring Windows Media Center = | |||
Windows Media Center must first be fully configured (tuners configured, EPG configured, channels setup, etc) on the PC to be used as the TV Server. This setup will vary slightly based on the tuner you are using. The following is setup information for popular devices: | Windows Media Center must first be fully configured (tuners configured, EPG configured, channels setup, etc) on the PC to be used as the TV Server. This setup will vary slightly based on the tuner you are using. The following is setup information for popular devices: | ||
* [http://www.silicondust.com/products/hdhomerun/atsc/ '''HDHomeRun'''] - http://www.silicondust.com/support/hdhomerun/instructions/wmc7/ | * [http://www.silicondust.com/products/hdhomerun/atsc/ '''HDHomeRun'''] - http://www.silicondust.com/support/hdhomerun/instructions/wmc7/ | ||
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{{note|Though Windows Media Center must be configured, it is not necessary for WMC to be running to provide the connection to ServerWMC.<br />'''Please insure you can view live TV from within WMC before continuing!'''}}<br /> | {{note|Though Windows Media Center must be configured, it is not necessary for WMC to be running to provide the connection to ServerWMC.<br />'''Please insure you can view live TV from within WMC before continuing!'''}}<br /> | ||
= Downloading & Installing ServerWMC = | |||
The latest version of ServerWMC can be found here: https://googledrive.com/host/0ByNnAMYBoWvfTk8tRWJXYko1T2c/index.html | The latest version of ServerWMC can be found here: https://googledrive.com/host/0ByNnAMYBoWvfTk8tRWJXYko1T2c/index.html | ||
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= ServerWMC Configuration (Quick) = | |||
Launch ServerWMC from the Start Menu. An entry was created during installation at Start/ServerWMC/ServerWMC. <br /> | Launch ServerWMC from the Start Menu. An entry was created during installation at Start/ServerWMC/ServerWMC. <br /> | ||
{{note|On first run, you should be prompted to allow '''ServerWMC.exe''' through your firewall. Make sure to select '''allow'''.}} | {{note|On first run, you should be prompted to allow '''ServerWMC.exe''' through your firewall. Make sure to select '''allow'''.}} | ||
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= ServerWMC Configuration (Detailed) = | |||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_Status.png|right|border]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_Status.png|right|border]] | ||
== Status == | |||
* '''WMC database''' - Displays the status of the connection between ServerWMC and the Windows Media Center database | * '''WMC database''' - Displays the status of the connection between ServerWMC and the Windows Media Center database | ||
** <span style="color:#4169E1">'Opened'</span> - Indicates the server has successfully connected | ** <span style="color:#4169E1">'Opened'</span> - Indicates the server has successfully connected | ||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_General.png|right|border]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_General.png|right|border]] | ||
== General == | |||
* '''Start when Windows starts''' - Checking this box will start ServerWMC when Windows starts. Unless you have a need to start the server manually after a reboot, this option should be enabled. | * '''Start when Windows starts''' - Checking this box will start ServerWMC when Windows starts. Unless you have a need to start the server manually after a reboot, this option should be enabled. | ||
* '''Startup minimized''' - Checking this box will start ServerWMC minimized. | * '''Startup minimized''' - Checking this box will start ServerWMC minimized. | ||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_Folders.png|right|border]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_Folders.png|right|border]] | ||
== Folders == | |||
* '''Path to local 'RecordedTV' directory from WMC settings''' - Displays the path of the folder where recordings will be stored. This path is specified in WMC under Tasks/Settings/TV/Recorder/Recorder Storage and is not editable from ServerWMC. If you have other clients on the network, this folder should be shared and specified below. | * '''Path to local 'RecordedTV' directory from WMC settings''' - Displays the path of the folder where recordings will be stored. This path is specified in WMC under Tasks/Settings/TV/Recorder/Recorder Storage and is not editable from ServerWMC. If you have other clients on the network, this folder should be shared and specified below. | ||
* '''Enter the network share path to the 'Recorded TV' folder (for remote client access):''' The smb address of the folder specified above. It is advised to test this address from another machine to make sure it is accessible remotely before continuing. | * '''Enter the network share path to the 'Recorded TV' folder (for remote client access):''' The smb address of the folder specified above. It is advised to test this address from another machine to make sure it is accessible remotely before continuing. | ||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_Display_Options.png|right|border]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_Display_Options.png|right|border]] | ||
== Display Options == | |||
* '''Change name of time to indicate series (repeating) recording''' | * '''Change name of time to indicate series (repeating) recording''' | ||
** Append | ** Append | ||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_Live_TV.png|right|border]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_Live_TV.png|right|border]] | ||
== Live TV == | |||
* '''Pre-start tuners (requires server restart to take effect)''' | * '''Pre-start tuners (requires server restart to take effect)''' | ||
* '''Stream format:''' | * '''Stream format:''' | ||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_Channels.png|right]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_Channels.png|right]] | ||
== Channels == | |||
* '''Order channels by:''' | * '''Order channels by:''' | ||
** Number | ** Number | ||
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| || [[File:ServerWMC_Debug.png|right|border]] | | || [[File:ServerWMC_Debug.png|right|border]] | ||
== Debug == | |||
* '''Server Version:''' - Displays the version of ServerWMC installed | * '''Server Version:''' - Displays the version of ServerWMC installed | ||
* '''Keep a log file''' - Checking this box will cause ServerWMC to output important troubleshooting information to a log file. It is '''highly''' recommended this box be checked. | * '''Keep a log file''' - Checking this box will cause ServerWMC to output important troubleshooting information to a log file. It is '''highly''' recommended this box be checked. | ||
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= Connecting ServerWMC to XBMC = | |||
Please install and configure the PVR.WMC add-on to access live TV from within XBMC using ServerWMC.<br /> | Please install and configure the PVR.WMC add-on to access live TV from within XBMC using ServerWMC.<br /> | ||
Please see the PVR.WMC Wiki page for additional information here: http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Add-on:PVR.WMC | Please see the PVR.WMC Wiki page for additional information here: http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Add-on:PVR.WMC | ||
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= Troubleshooting = | |||
;Additional info coming soon. | ;Additional info coming soon. | ||
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= Known Issues = | |||
;Additional info coming soon. | ;Additional info coming soon. | ||
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= Additional Guides and Links = | |||
* ServerWMC/pvr.wmc Support Thread - http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=171216 | * ServerWMC/pvr.wmc Support Thread - http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=171216 |
Revision as of 01:29, 30 September 2013
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Note: This page is currently under heavy construction.
Overview
ServerWMC is server interface for Windows which communicates with Windows Media Center (WMC) allowing it to be used a PVR backend providing Live TV, PVR functions and electronic program guide data. These services are provided to XBMC though the PVR.WMC add-on.
ServerWMC was developed and is maintained by krustyreturns.
Configuring Windows Media Center
Windows Media Center must first be fully configured (tuners configured, EPG configured, channels setup, etc) on the PC to be used as the TV Server. This setup will vary slightly based on the tuner you are using. The following is setup information for popular devices:
- HDHomeRun - http://www.silicondust.com/support/hdhomerun/instructions/wmc7/
- HDHomeRun Prime - http://www.silicondust.com/support/hdhomerun/instructions/prime/
- Ceton InfiniTV Products (All) - http://cetoncorp.com/product-support/
Note: Though Windows Media Center must be configured, it is not necessary for WMC to be running to provide the connection to ServerWMC.
Please insure you can view live TV from within WMC before continuing!
Downloading & Installing ServerWMC
The latest version of ServerWMC can be found here: https://googledrive.com/host/0ByNnAMYBoWvfTk8tRWJXYko1T2c/index.html
ServerWMC includes an installer package so simply download, unzip and run Installer_ServerWMC.msi as administrator.
Note: ServerWMC must be installed on the same PC that was configured for Windows Media Center above.
ServerWMC Configuration (Quick)
Launch ServerWMC from the Start Menu. An entry was created during installation at Start/ServerWMC/ServerWMC.
Note: On first run, you should be prompted to allow ServerWMC.exe through your firewall. Make sure to select allow.
Additional information coming soon...
ServerWMC Configuration (Detailed)
Status
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General
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Folders
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Display Options
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Live TV
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Channels
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Debug
Note: If you are having issues and need to request assistance in the XBMC forums, it is mandatory to provide a copy of the log files!!! They contain important information that is instrumental in diagnosing issues and recommending solutions. Please copy the contents of the file to pastebin and include the link in your post. Posting of log files directly to forum threads is strictly prohibited per the rules of the XBMC Forums. |
Connecting ServerWMC to XBMC
Please install and configure the PVR.WMC add-on to access live TV from within XBMC using ServerWMC.
Please see the PVR.WMC Wiki page for additional information here: http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Add-on:PVR.WMC
Troubleshooting
- Additional info coming soon.
Known Issues
- Additional info coming soon.
Additional Guides and Links
- ServerWMC/pvr.wmc Support Thread - http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=171216