yup..

maybe can try a different player like vlc or mx player... some players won't accept m2ts directly even though the codecs and containers are correct/supported...

Use MakeMKV to remux the files into an MKV container. It won't encode it or anything, just make it easier for media players to play the file

ohh okok.. it will also have the menu too? cos spears munsil bluray is for calibrating the TV.. without the menu then susah lol.

That one I can't really say

probably not... the menus are created at the last authoring step to create the iso image for burning...

Noted with thanks

I use 8bitdo SN30Pro+. Works with shield for gamestream, works with my Sony android TV for gamestream, works with switch as switch pro controller together with gyro, works with laptop to play emulator including gyro support. The battery pack can be switched our and replace with rechargable AAA. Usb C controller.

Roughly the battery life lasts about 2weeks of heavy use.

is there an option to enable HDR playback on Kodi for nvidia Shield 2017 ? most of my HDR streams aren't passing the metadata to AV receiver, but playing through Plex works fine

Just need to make sure that both hardware acceleration is enabled under settings>players>videos for HDR.

The bolded part, do u mean Kodi able to play some HDR video or not at all?

Does it work when NS is connected directly to the TV?
Are u using Kodi 18.9 with default Kodi settings?

The AV receiver failed to pick up any HDR metadata if the file was played through Kodi, however it’s fine playing through Plex.

I’m currently on Kodi 18.9 but don’t seem to see the HDR option you mentioned despite enabling Expert view in Settings. My NV is connected through the AV with HDMI pass through .

That's weird..the option should be there, need to scroll down to Processing.
The Mediacodec(Surface) is required for HDR playback & iinm, it should be enabled by default.
Example:


Just curious aside Plex, can u try other app like VLC or Nova Player & see if the AV able to detect HDR metadata.

Interestingly Nova Player works perfectly fine passing the required HDR metadata to AV receiver..

I have double checked on the Kodi settings, and its the same as yours. Just that no idea why its not sending the HDR metadata as needed

edit: reinstalling Kodi seems to have resolved that..

This post has been edited by calvin: Dec 7 2020, 05:50 PM

Good to hear that..
That was the final suggestion i was going to recommend to you anyway

Guys, I have a Sony 4k X90h TV and it has android TV, do I need a Nvidia Shield?

What is the difference?

Not necessary because u'll be getting similar performance since that model comes with newer SoC(MT5895).
Don't think so u'll be missing any features from Shield TV infact in some area X90H have advantage compare to Shield TV.

Unless ur usage need;
> local playback with HD Audio(if ur AVR only support arc)
> Plex media server
> Gigabit ethernet(uncompressed 4k remux plsyback)

anyone tried ordering the Shield directly from Amazon ? currently its running for $179 rather than its usual $199 , still cheaper after all the shipment and additional charge overhead.

However still a concern if it would be held at the customs or whatnot...

This post has been edited by calvin: Dec 16 2020, 05:54 PM

No one can tell the future where customs are concerned... If I told you it's all clear to import and later you kena customs charge? Whatchu gon do? Not pay and ask them to send it back? I don't think so. So basically, if you have done the maths, want the device and no mind to pay? Just do it. The only way to find out if you'll get held is if it's sent.

When u buy from Amazon & shipped it to Malaysia via Amazon Global Shipping, the final charges will include shipping & tax.
Currently the final charges is:-
$179.99(Shield TV Pro)+$22.23(Shipping)+$21.59(Estimated Tax) = $222.82
*More info on Amazon Import fees charges >> https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/dis...msg_viewed_help

Amazon appointed courier will handle the custom clearance except Sirim Permit which buyer can choose to apply or appoint agent to do it but it is pretty easy to apply by yourself once u have the relevant documents and good news is that the new charges for Sirim permit for personal device is only RM20 since April 2020.
The permit can be applied thru their Ecomm website.

More info:-
https://ecomm.sirim.my/
https://www.sirim-qas.com.my/introduction-o...al-application/

p/s: if u plan to buy it thru Amazon, do pay in USD due to Amazon exchange rate is usually higher than ur bank exchange rate.

This post has been edited by juzmafia: Dec 16 2020, 10:36 PM

thanks for the feedback guys