
The backend of the operation is now complete. If you’ve installed your hardware correctly, it should be simple to find your TV tuner using Next PVR and configure your channel list.
In this tutorial, we’ll be using, a free open-source TV tuning program complete with an EPG. Once your hardware is installed, you’ll need to download software that can decode and operate your TV tuner. You’ll also need to factor in the cost of an aerial, especially if you’re watching Freeview. TV tuners used to be expensive, but they’ve dropped significantly in price over the last few years, and you can now pick one up for as little as £30. In short, if the content is free, but looks too good to be true, then it probably is. Please note that many addons contain content that isn’t officially licensed and accessing such content could be illegal. The first step is to enable your PC or laptop to receive digital/analogue, meaning you’ll need to buy a suitable TV tuner or TV card.
Setting up Kodi as a PVR can be broken down into two distinct parts.