How can I play iso files stored in local Windows file sever with Kodi?

[lenfari 0]

Hi all, newbie here.

I'm wondering if I can play iso files stored in my local Windows file server with Kodi as an external player via my nearly purchased EMBY Android TV app?

[Luke 42077]

Hi, the real question is whether or not Kodi has added the feature on android to receive intents to play video from other players. If they have, then yes you can.

My guess is probably, yes, but I don't know for sure.

[lenfari 0]

45 minutes ago, Luke said:

Hi, the real question is whether or not Kodi has added the feature on android to receive intents to play video from other players. If they have, then yes you can.

My guess is probably, yes, but I don't know for sure.

Thanks for reply. 

So right now, according to what I leant from EMBY WIKI, I just need to install EMBY on my file server and set optional path for each hard drive for the direct access, right? 

 

[Luke 42077]

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set optional path for each hard drive for the direct access, right

Yes. Most apps are not using this information, but you can fill that out if desired.

[lenfari 0]

11 hours ago, Luke said:

Yes. Most apps are not using this information, but you can fill that out if desired.

Thanks a  lot. I tried with an optional path. However, can't find Kodi as an external player via the EMBY app, and VLC can't play ISO as an external player, strange. 

[Luke 42077]

Have you considered makemkv to easily create mkv files from your iso's?