#Media center os for raspberry pi 3 how to

(Optional) A USB stick (for storing and transferring your media files).(Optional) A microSD card reader (essential if starting with a blank microSD card).USB Keyboard (we like this mini keyboard and mouse combo).MicroSD Card, Class 10, 16GB/ 32GB/ 64GB, Blank or preloaded with NOOBS / OSMC.Raspberry Pi (latest board, 3B+ Recommended).What you will need to make an OSMC Media Center: OSMC comes with the Kodi repository by default and has the functionality to add others too. What is a Repository? A repository is the storage location where add-ons can be found and installed from (kind of like the app store on your phone). OSMC has its own add-ons and is also compatible with Kodi’s huge library of add-ons, right out of the box! They bring added features and functionality to your media center. What is an Add-on? Add-ons for OSMC are a lot like apps on your phone. You can think of OSMC as an operating system that brings Kodi to your Raspberry Pi with a stylish and easy to use interface. What is Kodi? Kodi is an award-winning free and open-source media player application.

More information can be found at the OSMC wiki page and from the OSMC Community.

If you get stuck at any time, please don’t hesitate to email us at. There is a bit of setup needed to get OSMC up and running.

#Media center os for raspberry pi 3 how to

It’s also easy to use! This guide will show you step-by-step how to get going with your own Raspberry Pi powered media center. It’s a very cool, feature-rich OS with great community support. The OSMC (Open Source Media Center) is a free and open source operating system based on Debian Linux and The Kodi Project. This guide was completed using a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ with OSMC Release 2019.04-1. Use OSMC to turn your Raspberry Pi into a media center! Watch your videos, listen to your music, view your photos, and take advantage of Kodi’s huge library of add-ons!