I can't for the life of me get SPMC to launch on my firetv 2. It's rooted with 5.2.1.0 prerooted rom that was just installed about a week ago. I had the same issue on prerooted rom 5.0.5.1 as well. I can get to the first run screen, the bar loads at the bottom, and the app will quit. I will relaunch the app and it'll stay stuck on a blackish/grey screen unless I hit the home button. Kodi works fine. I've tried spmc 15.2, 16.1.1 and 16.3 with the same results. Internal or external sd card. I've made sure all traces of spmc were deleted and re-installed but same thing. Anyone else have any problems with this?? I remember version 16 had problems with OS5 but that was supposed to have been resolved with 16.1.1.
d3adpool said:
I can't for the life of me get SPMC to launch on my firetv 2. It's rooted with 5.2.1.0 prerooted rom that was just installed about a week ago. I had the same issue on prerooted rom 5.0.5.1 as well. I can get to the first run screen, the bar loads at the bottom, and the app will quit. I will relaunch the app and it'll stay stuck on a blackish/grey screen unless I hit the home button. Kodi works fine. I've tried spmc 15.2, 16.1.1 and 16.3 with the same results. Internal or external sd card. I've made sure all traces of spmc were deleted and re-installed but same thing. Anyone else have any problems with this?? I remember version 16 had problems with OS5 but that was supposed to have been resolved with 16.1.1.
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Version 16.2-1 working normally here ftv2 prerooted 5.2.1.0 (55014920).
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Version 16.2-1 working normally here ftv2 prerooted 5.2.1.0 (55014920).
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Thanks for responding, i don't believe it to be a common issue as there would more posts or threads about it. I was wondering if anyone else has encountered this and if so how did they resolve the issue?
After playing around with it for the last few days, I've discovered that I can get SPMC to launch but only if my microsd card isn't inserted. The only thing on that microsd card is my Kodi data. Can anyone shed any light on this?? I've been able to run kodi and spmc on this aftv 2 in the past, but i can't remember if I've ever been able to get spmc running since moving my Kodi data to external.
d3adpool said:
After playing around with it for the last few days, I've discovered that I can get SPMC to launch but only if my microsd card isn't inserted. The only thing on that microsd card is my Kodi data. Can anyone shed any light on this?? I've been able to run kodi and spmc on this aftv 2 in the past, but i can't remember if I've ever been able to get spmc running since moving my Kodi data to external.
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No you're not the only one d3adpool with this issue. I have same issue and I too have my kodi data on the SD card. I was thinking of putting kodi back onto the local drive to see if that made a difference but just haven't had the time to do so. Sounds like from what you say, there maybe something to this.
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No you're not the only one d3adpool with this issue. I have same issue and I too have my kodi data on the SD card. I was thinking of putting kodi back onto the local drive to see if that made a difference but just haven't had the time to do so. Sounds like from what you say, there maybe something to this.
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That worked for me, moving kodi data back to internal storage and spmc works flawlessly. It was frustrating trying to figure this out as I tried different versions of spmc, moving spmc from internal to external, deleting all spmc data, etc.
d3adpool said:
That worked for me, moving kodi data back to internal storage and spmc works flawlessly. It was frustrating trying to figure this out as I tried different versions of spmc, moving spmc from internal to external, deleting all spmc data, etc.
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Yes, it worked for me as well. I too tried different things but it was all no go until I did what you did. Very strange but glad it worked.
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Right now I have TVMC on my fire tv. I would like to install KODI on it instead of the configured TVMC
Can I just backup my addons/settings/ uninstall TVMC, install kodi then restore my addons and every thing so that I will have everything I had before even the repos?
Also what are the advantages of kodi vs TVMC?
cpugeeker said:
Right now I have TVMC on my fire tv. I would like to install KODI on it instead of the configured TVMC
Can I just backup my addons/settings/ uninstall TVMC, install kodi then restore my addons and every thing so that I will have everything I had before even the repos?
Also what are the advantages of kodi vs TVMC?
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Yes. Download the backup addon. Backup -> uninstall TVMC -> install Kodi -> reinstall the backup addon -> restore.
I always do it the easy way, copy the addons folder and the userdata folder to a different directory. Uninstall, then install another build, open once, then overwrite the addons and userdata folders with the ones I copied from the last build. Also, I highly recommend SPMC on the Fire TV, cause its the only variant of Kodi that I can find to play all streams smoothly. I kept getting streams that were buggy/jittery and never played smooth, so I decided to try SPMC and have not had one problem since. The difference in playing streams was instantly noticable from using Kodi to using SPMC.
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I always do it the easy way, copy the addons folder and the userdata folder to a different directory. Uninstall, then install another build, open once, then overwrite the addons and userdata folders with the ones I copied from the last build. Also, I highly recommend SPMC on the Fire TV, cause its the only variant of Kodi that I can find to play all streams smoothly. I kept getting streams that were buggy/jittery and never played smooth, so I decided to try SPMC and have not had one problem since. The difference in playing streams was instantly noticable from using Kodi to using SPMC.
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Thaanks trying SPMC now
This is strictly a kodi question if anyone can assist.
My living room install running latest 15 runs problem free. The bedroom, same version, starts with "error! failed to start common cache". This has happened in the past and I was able to fix it, but didn't feel like doing trial& error nor posting a log a the org so I just made a backup of my living room setup and restored it to bedroom.
BUT, I had some issues along the way
1. When I tried to restore the backup it gave a warning that this was a different version of kodi (No, It is not, I doubled checked to make sure. Both are 15 released on july 21st) I went ahead and restored it anyway.
2. Eventhough kodi has no obvious performance issues, restoring a backup from the working setup did not fix the "failed to start common cache" issue right after kodi boots up.
Can anyone explain how this is possible? And just an added detail--before I did the backup and restore I attempted to delete the "commoncache.db" file because it's worked in the past. But of course that did nothing. I'm not overly stressed out because kodi runs fine. I can watch videos as long as i want without any crashes and it's actually been buffer free from online and local sources. It's just an annoyance to see that error overtime. Thanks.
Common Cache Problem with me to using Kodi.
I am using 15.2 RC1 issue of Kodi. I have deleted the commoncache.db myself as well.
Does your copy not close properly? Does it seem to take forever to shut down like 30 seconds or so.
When browsers close they can delete cache files. I am wondering if there is a cleanup going on with Kodi closing.
If Kodi freezes on closing maybe there is an issue there. Kodi does not ever close well except when you first install it.
After a few add-ons and slow it goes from there on. Have you gotten any further with your problem. I need to solve
this annoying problem to. Thanks..
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My living room install running latest 15 runs problem free. The bedroom, same version, starts with "error! failed to start common cache". This has happened in the past and I was able to fix it, but didn't feel like doing trial& error nor posting a log a the org so I just made a backup of my living room setup and restored it to bedroom.
BUT, I had some issues along the way
1. When I tried to restore the backup it gave a warning that this was a different version of kodi (No, It is not, I doubled checked to make sure. Both are 15 released on july 21st) I went ahead and restored it anyway.
2. Eventhough kodi has no obvious performance issues, restoring a backup from the working setup did not fix the "failed to start common cache" issue right after kodi boots up.
Can anyone explain how this is possible? And just an added detail--before I did the backup and restore I attempted to delete the "commoncache.db" file because it's worked in the past. But of course that did nothing. I'm not overly stressed out because kodi runs fine. I can watch videos as long as i want without any crashes and it's actually been buffer free from online and local sources. It's just an annoyance to see that error overtime. Thanks.[/QUOTE]
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This is strictly a kodi question if anyone can assist.
My living room install running latest 15 runs problem free. The bedroom, same version, starts with "error! failed to start common cache". This has happened in the past and I was able to fix it, but didn't feel like doing trial& error nor posting a log a the org so I just made a backup of my living room setup and restored it to bedroom.
BUT, I had some issues along the way
1. When I tried to restore the backup it gave a warning that this was a different version of kodi (No, It is not, I doubled checked to make sure. Both are 15 released on july 21st) I went ahead and restored it anyway.
2. Eventhough kodi has no obvious performance issues, restoring a backup from the working setup did not fix the "failed to start common cache" issue right after kodi boots up.
Can anyone explain how this is possible? And just an added detail--before I did the backup and restore I attempted to delete the "commoncache.db" file because it's worked in the past. But of course that did nothing. I'm not overly stressed out because kodi runs fine. I can watch videos as long as i want without any crashes and it's actually been buffer free from online and local sources. It's just an annoyance to see that error overtime. Thanks.
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Finally, I figured out a solution...
Settings>My add-ons>Services>Common plugin cache>Configure>turn off Auotstart with XBMC. Restart Kodi and that annoying error should be gone. Haven't noticed any ill-effects. I assume common plugin cache will be utilized, it just won't autostart with Kodi.
Hope this helps!
so you didn't fix the issue you just hid the messages
Had the same issue went to settings for commoncache and changed port from 59995 to 0 i believe port 0 is always open and hey presto no more problems with failed to start commoncache
Hi,
Excited that Amazon Underground has released KOTOR for free. I sideloaded the .apk and the .obb files on my rooted AFTV2 (running pre-rooted 5.0.5_r4).
I'm having difficulties finding a way to move the .obb files to an external SD card and run the game. I've tried three different apps that are advertised to help in this situation: OBB on SD (Xposed Module), Link2SD, and FolderMount.
In all cases, I first verify that the game runs of internal SD card, then use the software to successfully move the .obb files. Then when I try to launch the game, I get the error, "Downloaded Resources Validation Failed" (screenshot attached).
Has anyone found a working method to move the OBB files (and create symbolic links) in a way that KOTOR is happy with?
thanks!
Foldermount did the job for me. I sideloaded the underground version of the game, started the app and canceled the download after a few seconds.
Next i used foldermount to create the link and started the download again.
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SilentBot said:
Foldermount did the job for me. I sideloaded the underground version of the game, started the app and canceled the download after a few seconds.
Next i used foldermount to create the link and started the download again.
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Thanks for the tip! I started the downloaded, canceled it, and after creating the link in Foldermount, resumed the download. The downloaded files were showing up in both the internal and linked OBB folder (like normal). However, when KOTOR finished downloading, it gives me the same error as before ("Downloaded Resources Validation Failed"), and then repeats the download. When the download finishes, the process loops.
It seems like it is close to working - did you encounter this error, and were you able to get past it?
Thanks again!
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Thanks for the tip! I started the downloaded, canceled it, and after creating the link in Foldermount, resumed the download. The downloaded files were showing up in both the internal and linked OBB folder (like normal). However, when KOTOR finished downloading, it gives me the same error as before ("Downloaded Resources Validation Failed"), and then repeats the download. When the download finishes, the process loops.
It seems like it is close to working - did you encounter this error, and were you able to get past it?
Thanks again!
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No sorry, i had no problems at all. I attached some screenshots of the settings (in german :/ if something isn't clear, just ask).
Do normal apps have write access to the SD-Card? I'm using a FTV1 with FAT32 USB Stick and folder mount asked me to fix it automatically. Also if you use the "move/copy function" of folder mount: Keep in mind there is no progress bar, so wait some time depending on the amount of data.
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No sorry, i had no problems at all. I attached some screenshots of the settings (in german :/ if something isn't clear, just ask).
Do normal apps have write access to the SD-Card? I'm using a FTV1 with FAT32 USB Stick and folder mount asked me to fix it automatically. Also if you use the "move/copy function" of folder mount: Keep in mind there is no progress bar, so wait some time depending on the amount of data.
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Perfect! The screenshots were helpful for me to make sure that I was following the correct steps. I tried a different SD card, and everything worked (KOTOR verified the download and launched... When I check "Internal Space" under "Manage Applications," it shows the correct amount of space on the internal drive).
Thanks again for your help!
I tried the above method and still no luck. Is the Amazon underground apk different from the one in the fire TV store. Is there another way to get this game to work on fire tv 2gen?
Ridx said:
I tried the above method and still no luck. Is the Amazon underground apk different from the one in the fire TV store. Is there another way to get this game to work on fire tv 2gen?
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I haven't tried the version from the Amazon Fire TV store - just the underground version (since was free). Both are listed as version 1.0.7 (16.3MB) in the Amazon Appstore, so although I can't verify, it looks like they might be the same.
I had to make sure that I had around 4gb free on my internal storage before starting the process (I got a "Downloaded Resources Failed" error if I had less than that). Does the game work if you install / run it from the internal SD?
Good luck - hope this helps.
I've solved my issue with "Downloaded Resources Failed" error. I installed Kotor on my galaxy tab 4 and then used AGK fire to install that app on my fire tv 4K. I installed it from the apps on phone in AGK fire. I had to move it over to the sc card for space. Works like a charm
Ridx said:
I've solved my issue with "Downloaded Resources Failed" error. I installed Kotor on my galaxy tab 4 and then used AGK fire to install that app on my fire tv 4K. I installed it from the apps on phone in AGK fire. I had to move it over to the sc card for space. Works like a charm
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In addition to installing Kotor from another device, I had to move the the obb files to the sd card. Using the "foldermount" method from Post #4 worked perfectly. I also used the method for "Castle of Illusion"' all the downloads go to the sd card now.
Did you guys root your fire tv? I thought that foldermount was only for rooted devices.
SilentBot said:
Foldermount did the job for me. I sideloaded the underground version of the game, started the app and canceled the download after a few seconds.
Next i used foldermount to create the link and started the download again.
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Wow...thanks for this great tip. I have wanted to do this for a long time but never got it to work. This worked perfectly for Asphalt 8. Moved the 1.2 gig data to my usb drive and the game opened right up and played great! Think I'm even gonna fork out a couple bucks for the paid version of Foldermount so I can move more games to usb storage.
thanks again.
I have Kodi 15.2 installed on AFTV1. I few months ago I started getting short of storage capacity, so I plugged in a USB stick and moved Kodi to the USB stick using the AFTV interface. I also moved the Kodi data to /storage/extUsb/Android/data/org.xbmc.kodi/files and modified the file /sdcard/xbmc_env.properties accordingly.
I've been using the trick with IkonoTV and Llama to launch Kodi.
This worked without problems until last weekend. On saturday I wasn't able to launch Kodi using Llama. Solution was using FireStarter instead. This worked fine.
Next problem. After launching Kodi it was looking like a fresh installation, this meant that the Kodi data was not being found.
Then I read the entry in aftvnews on "How to partially or entirely move Kodi data to external USB storage" and found out that for OS 5.0.5 I should be using the path /storage/usbdisk/Android/data/org.xbmc.kodi/files, this means I changed extUsb to usbdisk and modified the file /sdcard/xbmc_env.properties accordingly.
This fixed the problem................ for 3 days
Now I cannot launch Kodi. I just get a black screen and it crashes. I tried renaming the .kodi folder so that a new one is created automatically and maybe I could then copy individual folders in order to find out which one is creating the problems. Surprisingly this worked only once. I tried to do this a second time and it didn't create the .kodi directory automatically anymore. It just keeps crashing. Now I don't know how to continue... any suggestion?
By the way, I tried doing backups of my data with both adbFire and AFTV Utility App but none of them worked. The first one starts but does not finish correctly because I loose the ADB connection after some time (is it because of AFTV screensaver?). The second one tells me "/storage/extUsb/kodi/.kodi does not exist". Any idea on how to get a full backup?
Thank you in advance.
Anyone having similar problems? I was finally able to make the backup of my data so I might try to uninstall and install everything again.
http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-rest...-after-updating-to-5-0-5-on-1st-gen-fire-tvs/
Thank you. Re-installing and restoring my data fixed my problems. At least for the last few days
i think thispost is more suitable in troubleshooting thread lol but glad you got it resolved
I'm really confused so I'll try to provide details I can recall...
My AFTV gen 1 with OS5 kodi install was a little glitchy so eventually wound up doing a clean install.
This came AFTER MANY attempts to preserve my data.
The last 2 times I tried this I completely wiped every bit of kodi data I had on internal and USB. I installed kodi Jarvis.
The 1st time I scanned sources and it populated fine. But when I exit kodi then relaunch it I'm greeted with what looks like a blank install!
To sum up, it appears like when I exit Kodi it sends Kodi data to my usb BUT there are no settings in place to actually read that data so Kodi is blank.
Last time I made certain to remove everything. Then I took my sources.xml from my other aftv (same setup) and moved it to the problem aftv. I start up kodi, all seems fine--my movies and TV shows are there. I exit and POOF! Its gone again. If I delete my kodi data from usb drive Kodi works again but when I exit it repeats the cycle.
I'm stumped. Any help is appreciated. Thanks
***I think the issue would be resolved if someone could just tell me why data keeps exporting to my usb drive. I keep deleting it but Kodi winds up back on my usb once I exit.
http://kodi.wiki/view/HOW-TO:Change_data_location_for_Android
This took 5 seconds on google.
Backing up Kodi is as simple as copying over the userdata folder, btw. If you don't know how to copy files, learn to use adb and get to know the filestructure of kodi a bit better using a file explorer on the Fire TV. Or just use a File explorer and copy the userdata folder to a networkdrive (Total commandar f.e. has a lan plugin), or a usb stick, or... If you don't know what a folder is... Try to learn that as well...
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http://kodi.wiki/view/HOW-TO:Change_data_location_for_Android
This took 5 seconds on google.
Backing up Kodi is as simple as copying over the userdata folder, btw. If you don't know how to copy files, learn to use adb and get to know the filestructure of kodi a bit better using a file explorer on the Fire TV. Or just use a File explorer and copy the userdata folder to a networkdrive (Total commandar f.e. has a lan plugin), or a usb stick, or... If you don't know what a folder is... Try to learn that as well...
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I appreciate the help but Ive been using Kodi since Frodo and aftv gen 1 since June 2014. Ive been through numerous kodi versions and never has the aftv just defaulted to moving all the data to usb...
In fact Im pretty sure it doesn't because theres methods available specifically for aftv to properly move data to usb.
I have to take a closer look at my other aftv. Its running the same kodi version.
***Btw my bandaid was to remove my usb stick and copy sources.xml from my other aftv. It works fine but of course not having external storage isnt a good option.