Kodi FAQs

Question 1

What core Kodi functionalities can it control?

Accepted Answer

It provides extensive control over Kodi, including player actions (play, pause, stop, volume), menu navigation, library operations (search, list, play movies/episodes, scan), and real-time event streaming.

Question 2

Which protocols does Kodi MCP Server support for integration?

Accepted Answer

It supports both a flexible REST API for direct HTTP-based interactions and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for seamless integration with compatible clients like n8n and Claude Desktop. It also offers real-time event streaming via Server-Sent Events and WebSockets.

Question 3

What is the Kodi MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The Kodi MCP Server is a solution that integrates your Kodi media center with Model Context Protocol (MCP) clients and a REST API, offering comprehensive control and intelligent download management capabilities.

Question 4

Is the Kodi MCP Server easy to set up?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it offers quick setup options including a recommended Docker Compose deployment for easy configuration and startup. Manual Python installation is also supported for more control.

Question 5

How does 'Smart Downloads Management' work?

Accepted Answer

This feature allows you to list and search video files in your download directory. Its 'find_and_play' tool uses an intelligent algorithm to automatically identify and play the best matching video file based on your search query, considering quality and relevance.

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