2015-10-18, 14:17
(2015-10-18, 12:42)serieofilo Wrote: So, the Pi 2 B has paid the license isn't it?
Quote:The Pis do not have licensed Dolby decoder. Kodi is using open source software decoders. So, the rules do not apply.
The difference is if a device ships with a built in audio/video player capable of decoding DTS or AC3 (I'm taking about the native Android player rather than kodi) then the device manufacturer is responsible for licensing it. And a license for decode often has additional restrictions disallowing other use, like passthrough or multichannel output (without paying more).
Interestingly you don't need a licence for passthrough of DTS/AC3, but paying for a licence to decode DTS/AC3 may prohibit you from using passthrough.