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How can I make a smart TV streaming device (Chromecast, Kodi, etc) use speakers connected to my Linux computer? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by cyclohexane@lemmy.ml to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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Hello all,

I have speakers of decent quality connected to my Linux pc which I use for gaming.

I want to be able to use the same speakers when I watch TV. I currently have a Chromecast with Jellyfin client running. Jellyfin is actually running on the Linux pc I mentioned earlier.

What would be the best way to play the audio from the tv content I'm watching from those speakers?

I was considering if it's possible if pulseaudio could be used in a client server model, and somehow have something like Kodi use it?

I am willing to replace my Chromecast with a raspberry pi or a similar device if it solves this issue.

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[–] odin@lemmy.world 12 points 1 year ago (1 children)

One option is to play the stream on your PC, and hook up the TV as another monitor using a HDMI or other video cable.

[–] cyclohexane@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

That's a good idea. Is there a way to make that as easy to use as Chromecast? Currently I operate Chromecast using its remote and just play something. I can use the remote or my phone to pause or rewind. Can I do something similar using my PC, without having to reach for the keyboard?

[–] ElNuevo@lemmy.lemist.de 1 points 1 year ago

KDE Connect has media controls, among other things. It's great as a remote control for your PC, I've used it countless times to control media playback, presentations, ...

[–] breakcore@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 1 year ago

I used to run a kodi setup controlled by the kodi app on my phone. You could try that.