In this guide, you will learn how to install Emby from the Roku Channel Store and how to set it up to access media files.
Emby is a cloud-based media server that syncs and allows you to access all your media files in one place. It is a free server that allows you to upload your media files, including IPTV content, and access them on your Roku TV. Also, the app lets you access your local files from your mobile or PC devices. If you’re looking for the best media player on Roku, then Emby is your best choice.
How to Get Emby on Roku
- From the Roku home screen, select Streaming Channels.
- Next, click on Search Channels and type Emby to search the app.
- Select the app from the channel store and click Add Channel to get Emby on Roku.
How to Connect Emby Server to Roku
After installing the app, you can connect your Emby server to the app to access your files at once. To do this, you first have to set up your Emby server. After that,
- Open the Emby Channel on Roku.
- From the welcome screen, choose Emby Connect.
- A PIN code will appear on your Roku TV. Note it down.
- Now, open a browser and visit the Emby Connect website (https://emby.media/pin.html).
- In there, type in your login address and the code you have noted and hit Submit.
- After the process is done, you will see a success message on your TV.
- Now, you can access the server files on the Roku app for streaming.
Note: Besides Emby Connect, you can manually connect your Ember server to the TV app for easy configuration.
How to Screen Mirror Emby on Roku
Alternatively, you can use Emby on Roku via screen mirroring. By using the mobile app, you can mirror your media files from your phone to Roku.
To mirror Emby on Roku, connect your Roku TV to a WIFI network. Also, ensure to connect your Android or iPhone to the same network as Roku. Then, turn on screen Mirroring on Roku for Android devices. Similarly, enable AirPlay on Roku for iPhone devices.
1. Install the Emby app on your mobile and link your server with the app.
2. From the app’s home screen, select the content you like to stream on Roku.
3. When the video starts playing on Android, go to the Notification Panel and select the Cast icon.
4. For iPhone, open Control Center and select Screen Mirroring.
5. Finally, choose your Roku TV from the pop-up and stream the selected video content on your big screen.
These are the possibilities that you need to know to access your Emby server files on your Roku TV. While going through the review, if you have any issues or queries, feel free to contact me on my forum page for help.
