[ATV2] Play 1080p without buffering XBMC vs Media Player vs Plex (with Time Capsule)
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Hi there!

I just received my ATV2 one week ago and I would like to share my experience. I tried several solutions before managing to play a 1080p movie!

This is my (detailed!) network :

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XBMC => Always buffering

I added the SMB source (shared folder on the external disk connected to time capsule), then I play the 1080p movie and it was always buffering. I can play this movie from my iMac, so the network is not the problem!

Media Player (aTV black beta 5) => Black Screen

I added an AFP share (shared folder on the external disk connected to time capsule), then I play the 1080p movie and I get a BLACK screen!. And I payed for that!!! Stare

Plex Client => THE WINNER

With Plex Client I can play the 1080p movie without any buffering!!! And it's great!!! But I don't like this solution because I have to start my iMac (Plex Server) when I'd like to watch a movie. But I prefer XBMC, so is there any tweaking to play a 1080p without buffering!? Could you share your experiences please!

I did all the tests with the same movie. Hint.. (if you'd like to try) Batman.Le.Chevalier.Noir.1080P
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[ATV2] Play 1080p without buffering XBMC vs Media Player vs Plex (with Time Capsule) - by johndo - 2011-06-03, 01:22
[No subject] - by RosevilleHT - 2011-06-03, 03:32
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