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'''F'''requently '''A'''sked '''Q'''uestions for the original '''[[Apple TV 1]]''' (silver).
'''F'''requently '''A'''sked '''Q'''uestions for the original '''[[Apple TV 1]]''' (silver).
:''For the [[Apple TV 2]] (black) see: '''[[XBMC for iOS specific FAQ]].''
:''For the [[Apple TV 2]] (black) see: '''[[{{name}} for iOS specific FAQ]].''


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== General FAQ (all platforms) ==
== General FAQ (all platforms) ==
:<big>''See also: '''[[XBMC all platforms FAQ]]''' for FAQs that apply to all versions of XBMC.''</big>
:<big>''See also: '''[[{{name}} all platforms FAQ]]''' for FAQs that apply to all versions of {{name}}.''</big>
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| Question= HD video playback
| Question= HD video playback
| Answer=
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* XBMC v10 and up allows the Apple TV to play 720P H.264 encoded videos without any hardware modification.
* {{name}} v10 and up allows the Apple TV to play 720P H.264 encoded videos without any hardware modification.
* With a [[Broadcom Crystal HD]] video decoding card [http://rufn.it/aTV/ installed] XBMC can playback most codecs up to 1080P. '''*Highly recommended*'''
* With a [[Broadcom Crystal HD]] video decoding card [http://rufn.it/aTV/ installed] {{name}} can playback most codecs up to 1080P. '''*Highly recommended*'''
* The [[#Original ATV OS|original ATV OS]] will only output 720P from the HDMI port.
* The [[#Original ATV OS|original ATV OS]] will only output 720P from the HDMI port.
* A [[#Linux-based OS|Linux-based OS]] will output full 1080P from the HDMI port.
* A [[#Linux-based OS|Linux-based OS]] will output full 1080P from the HDMI port.
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| Question= Original OS vs Linux-based OS
| Question= Original OS vs Linux-based OS
| Answer=  
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* To be blunt: Use the [[#Linux-based OS|Linux-based OS]] option. There are two main distributions in use today: [http://openelec.tv OpenELEC] which is a minimal 'appliance' style Linux distro optimised for the AppleTV hardware (and other HTPC platforms) and [[Crystalbuntu]] which is a slimmed down version of Ubuntu. It might sound scary, but unless you still use some of the original features on the ATV OS, you will be MUCH happier using the linux-os version. Under a Linux-based OS the Apple TV 1 has more power to give to XBMC (due to various technical reasons) which will make XBMC much faster, and has greater support going into the future. It's also the only option if you want to have full 1080P output (Original ATV OS only does 720, which is then upscaled to 1080).
* To be blunt: Use the [[#Linux-based OS|Linux-based OS]] option. There are two main distributions in use today: [http://openelec.tv OpenELEC] which is a minimal 'appliance' style Linux distro optimised for the AppleTV hardware (and other HTPC platforms) and [[Crystalbuntu]] which is a slimmed down version of Ubuntu. It might sound scary, but unless you still use some of the original features on the ATV OS, you will be MUCH happier using the linux-os version. Under a Linux-based OS the Apple TV 1 has more power to give to {{name}} (due to various technical reasons) which will make {{name}} much faster, and has greater support going into the future. It's also the only option if you want to have full 1080P output (Original ATV OS only does 720, which is then upscaled to 1080).


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* Any '''[[Keyboard]]''' such as wired, wireless, bluetooth (by using a USB bluetooth dongle and additional software). This includes "keymotes" such as the [[Rii]] or [[Boxee remote]].
* Any '''[[Keyboard]]''' such as wired, wireless, bluetooth (by using a USB bluetooth dongle and additional software). This includes "keymotes" such as the [[Rii]] or [[Boxee remote]].
* '''[[Web interface]]s''', including add-on interfaces
* '''[[Web interface]]s''', including add-on interfaces
* XBMC '''[[:Category:Smartphone and tablet remotes|smartphone and tablet remote apps]]'''.
* {{name}} '''[[:Category:Smartphone and tablet remotes|smartphone and tablet remote apps]]'''.
* Other IR remotes can be used with USB IR receivers such as the '''[[Flirc]]'''.
* Other IR remotes can be used with USB IR receivers such as the '''[[Flirc]]'''.
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== Linux-based OS ==
== Linux-based OS ==
:''See also: '''[[XBMC for Linux specific FAQ]]'''''
:''See also: '''[[{{name}} for Linux specific FAQ]]'''''
{{ATV1 linux warning}}
{{ATV1 linux warning}}
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{{FAQ|1= Linux_install
{{FAQ|1= Linux_install
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| Question= Installing XBMC
| Question= Installing {{name}}
| Answer=
| Answer=
* '''See: [[HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1 (Linux)]]'''
* '''See: [[HOW-TO:Install {{name}} on Apple TV 1 (Linux)]]'''
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== Original ATV OS ==
== Original ATV OS ==
:''See also: '''[[XBMC for Mac specific FAQ]]'''''
:''See also: '''[[{{name}} for Mac specific FAQ]]'''''
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{{FAQ|1= OSX_install
{{FAQ|1= OSX_install
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| Question= Installing XBMC
| Question= Installing {{name}}
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* '''See: [[HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1#Original ATV OS]]'''
* '''See: [[HOW-TO:Install {{name}} on Apple TV 1#Original ATV OS]]'''
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| Question= How does it work?
| Question= How does it work?
| Answer=
| Answer=
* Apple TV 1 is "patched" to turn on certain software options required for XBMC to run. The patching is done by using [http://code.google.com/p/atvusb-creator/ ATV USB Creator] that lets you make a [[w:Apple TV#Modifications and hacks|patchstick]], a bootable USB flash drive which boots the ATV and patches/modifies it. After you patch your Apple TV 1 a new Launcher menu will appear that allows you to download and install XBMC.
* Apple TV 1 is "patched" to turn on certain software options required for {{name}} to run. The patching is done by using [http://code.google.com/p/atvusb-creator/ ATV USB Creator] that lets you make a [[w:Apple TV#Modifications and hacks|patchstick]], a bootable USB flash drive which boots the ATV and patches/modifies it. After you patch your Apple TV 1 a new Launcher menu will appear that allows you to download and install {{name}}.
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| Question= Original ATV software after installation
| Question= Original ATV software after installation
| Answer=
| Answer=
* XBMC will not replace the original Apple TV software, it instead works as complement the existing Apple TV software. XBMC is installed onto the Apple TV built-in harddrive but you will still be able you use your Apple TV software as normal. XBMC will only be an extra option that you can launch from the Apple TV's original menu.
* {{name}} will not replace the original Apple TV software, it instead works as complement the existing Apple TV software. {{name}} is installed onto the Apple TV built-in harddrive but you will still be able you use your Apple TV software as normal. {{name}} will only be an extra option that you can launch from the Apple TV's original menu.
}}
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| Question= Apple TV OS
| Question= Apple TV OS
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* Apple TV 1 runs a slimmed down version of Mac OS X v10.4 and runs [[XBMC for Mac]] as a native Mac OS X application.
* Apple TV 1 runs a slimmed down version of Mac OS X v10.4 and runs [[{{name}} for Mac]] as a native Mac OS X application.
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| Question= Boot directly into XBMC
| Question= Boot directly into {{name}}
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:To boot directly into XBMC when you turn on the Apple TV 1:
:To boot directly into {{name}} when you turn on the Apple TV 1:
# Exit XBMC if it’s running.
# Exit {{name}} if it’s running.
# Launch your Terminal app and issue the following commands:
# Launch your Terminal app and issue the following commands:
#: <pre>ssh [email protected]</pre>
#: <pre>ssh [email protected]</pre>
#: <pre>defaults write com.teamxbmc.xbmclauncher XBMCExpertMode 1</pre>
#: <pre>defaults write com.teamxbmc.xbmclauncher {{name}}ExpertMode 1</pre>
# Using the Apple Remote, go to Launcher -> Settings -> [enable] Multi-Finder.
# Using the Apple Remote, go to Launcher -> Settings -> [enable] Multi-Finder.
# Reboot
# Reboot
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{{FAQ|1= log |2= debug_log |3= XBMC.log
{{FAQ|1= log |2= debug_log |3= {{name}}.log
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| Question= Debug log
| Question= Debug log
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| Answer=
* See: '''[[HOW-TO:Find and post XBMC.log for Apple TV 1]]'''
* See: '''[[HOW-TO:Find and post {{name}}.log for Apple TV 1]]'''
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[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:XBMC Manual]]
[[Category:{{name}} Manual]]
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Revision as of 00:58, 5 June 2014

Home icon grey.png   ▶ Apple TV 1 ▶ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions for the original Apple TV 1 (silver).

For the Apple TV 2 (black) see: XBMC for iOS specific FAQ.


General FAQ (all platforms)

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

HD video playback
Link
  • XBMC v10 and up allows the Apple TV to play 720P H.264 encoded videos without any hardware modification.
  • With a Broadcom Crystal HD video decoding card installed XBMC can playback most codecs up to 1080P. *Highly recommended*
  • The original ATV OS will only output 720P from the HDMI port.
  • A Linux-based OS will output full 1080P from the HDMI port.

Installing the Broadcom Crystal HD
Link

Original OS vs Linux-based OS
Link
  • To be blunt: Use the Linux-based OS option. There are two main distributions in use today: OpenELEC which is a minimal 'appliance' style Linux distro optimised for the AppleTV hardware (and other HTPC platforms) and Crystalbuntu which is a slimmed down version of Ubuntu. It might sound scary, but unless you still use some of the original features on the ATV OS, you will be MUCH happier using the linux-os version. Under a Linux-based OS the Apple TV 1 has more power to give to XBMC (due to various technical reasons) which will make XBMC much faster, and has greater support going into the future. It's also the only option if you want to have full 1080P output (Original ATV OS only does 720, which is then upscaled to 1080).

USB port
Link
  • The USB port on the ATV1 can be used for hard drives, wifi, bluetooth, keyboards, mouse, and just about everything else that uses USB.

Remotes
Link
  • Apple remote (both white and silver version).
    • How do I bring up the context menu? - Press and hold MENU
    • How do I bring up the OSD during playback? - Press and hold SELECT
  • Any Keyboard such as wired, wireless, bluetooth (by using a USB bluetooth dongle and additional software). This includes "keymotes" such as the Rii or Boxee remote.
  • Web interfaces, including add-on interfaces
  • XBMC smartphone and tablet remote apps.
  • Other IR remotes can be used with USB IR receivers such as the Flirc.

Wi-Fi alternatives when using BCHD
Link

Apple TV 1 case gets hot
Link
  • This is normal and should not cause any issues. The top of the Apple TV 1 will feel warm or hot because the top part of the cover has a metal plate that acts as a heat sink to both the CPU and GPU. The insides of the unit are not as hot, though even if they were it should still be within acceptable operating temperature.
  • Using a Broadcom Crystal HD card (so the CPU doesn't have to decode as many video codecs) and enabling Dirty Regions will both decrease CPU usage and make the unit right slightly cooler.
  • Avoid putting the ATV1 in a totally covered space (such as a closed cabinet) and don't place anything on top of it.

Linux-based OS

See also: XBMC for Linux specific FAQ

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Installing XBMC
Link

Original ATV OS

See also: XBMC for Mac specific FAQ

Installing XBMC
Link

How does it work?
Link
  • Apple TV 1 is "patched" to turn on certain software options required for XBMC to run. The patching is done by using ATV USB Creator that lets you make a patchstick, a bootable USB flash drive which boots the ATV and patches/modifies it. After you patch your Apple TV 1 a new Launcher menu will appear that allows you to download and install XBMC.

Original ATV software after installation
Link
  • XBMC will not replace the original Apple TV software, it instead works as complement the existing Apple TV software. XBMC is installed onto the Apple TV built-in harddrive but you will still be able you use your Apple TV software as normal. XBMC will only be an extra option that you can launch from the Apple TV's original menu.

Apple TV OS
Link
  • Apple TV 1 runs a slimmed down version of Mac OS X v10.4 and runs XBMC for Mac as a native Mac OS X application.

Boot directly into XBMC
Link
To boot directly into XBMC when you turn on the Apple TV 1:
  1. Exit XBMC if it’s running.
  2. Launch your Terminal app and issue the following commands: 
    ssh [email protected]
    defaults write com.teamxbmc.xbmclauncher {{name}}ExpertMode 1
  3. Using the Apple Remote, go to Launcher -> Settings -> [enable] Multi-Finder.
  4. Reboot

Debug log
Link
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