Pulsar is XBMCtorrent addon's successor, yet unlike the latter, Pulsar takes a little bit more tinkering in order for it to work. Following is what needs to be done.
While many already knows that
XBMCtorrent isn't being developed anymore and that
Pulsar has took its place, not many are aware of the steps needed to get it to work.
For instance, Pulsar requires at least one or more additional addons for it to be able to fetch streams - these addons are called "providers". Don't worry, you will learn how to get them in moment.
Therefor this short 'How To' will attempt to provide users with the complete instructions of how to get Pulsar to work. Ready? let's begin.
Make Pulsar Work
Requirements:
Step #1
Once you have Pulsar installed, the first thing you should do is to get some "providers" that will provide Pulsar the links from which it'll pull streams.
To make things simple, we shall use a special repository (by iCanuckXBMCrepo) that gathers some of the most common providers under one roof.
Download PulsarUnofficialRepo
* The reason Pulsar is dependent upon these providers is basically for it to remain legal.
An important thing to note though, is that while Pulsar is now marching the legal path, its provider addons may not (at least in certain countries), so bear that in mind.
Step #2
Install Pulsar unofficial repository addon just like you would any other addon, by going inside
System >> Settings >> Add-ons >> Install from zip file.
Navigate into the location where you’ve downloaded the zip file and click on it to install!
Step #3
Stay inside
System >> Settings >> Add-ons and go to
Get Add-ons >> Pulsar Unofficial Repo Mirror >> Programs Add-ons and enable the providers you wish to use.
* in case you see nothing inside the repository, you may need to either wait / refresh / restart Kodi for it to fill up.
** if you're unsure which providers to enable, simply test them by trial and error.
Tip: if you enable YIFY / yts provider, make sure its connected to the right source as suggested in
Quick Fix: Unable to connect to YIFY Torrents, ensure this by right clicking the provider and check its settings.
Basically, that's it! You may now return to the home screen and from there simply navigate to
VIDEOS >>
Video Add-ons, there you’ll see Pulsar ready for you to explore.
