Step-by-step guides covering setup, Docker deployment, tuner configuration, troubleshooting, and advanced tips for all Mirakurun users.
8 in-depth articles to help you get the most out of Mirakurun
New to Mirakurun? This guide explains what Mirakurun is, how it works as a Japanese digital TV tuner API server, and why it's the go-to middleware for home server setups in Japan.
The easiest way to run Mirakurun is via Docker. This guide walks you through pulling the official image, running the setup wizard, and getting your TV tuner server live in under 5 minutes.
Using a Japanese chardev-based TV tuner? This guide shows you exactly how to write your tuners.yml file, set up a startup script, and get Mirakurun detecting your hardware correctly.
Mirakurun and Chinachu are built to work together. Learn how to point Chinachu at your Mirakurun API, configure recording rules, and start your home DVR setup from scratch.
Watching encrypted Japanese broadcast channels requires B-CAS card support. This guide covers pcscd setup, common conflict fixes, and how to mount the socket correctly in Docker.
Mirakurun includes a built-in web admin panel and Swagger UI. This guide shows how to access them, monitor tuner status, test API endpoints, and manage channels without touching the command line.
Tuner not detected? Admin UI not loading? pcscd conflicts? This troubleshooting guide covers the most frequently reported Mirakurun issues with clear, tested solutions for each problem.
Running Mirakurun on a Raspberry Pi is possible but needs extra steps. Learn how to build missing DVB kernel modules, configure Docker on Raspberry Pi OS, and optimize performance on low-power hardware.
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