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PC-Bluray-Player-Tools Role

Overview

Welcome to the pc-bluray-player-tools role, a part of the cymais repository. This role is dedicated to setting up software required for Blu-ray playback on personal computers. It focuses on installing necessary packages to enable the use of Blu-ray media with VLC player and other compatible software.

Role Contents

The main.yml file in this role consists of tasks that automate the installation of the following packages:

  1. Install VLC and Blu-ray Software:
    • vlc: A versatile media player that supports Blu-ray playback.
    • libaacs: A library for Blu-ray disc encryption handling.
    • libbluray: A library for Blu-ray disc playback support.

There are commented-out tasks for installing additional AUR packages, such as aacskeys and libbdplus, which can be enabled as per the user's requirements.

Further Information and Resources

For more in-depth information and guidance on Blu-ray playback and software configuration, the following resources can be consulted:

Dependencies

This role depends on the java role, which ensures the Java runtime is available a requirement for certain Blu-ray playback tools and functionalities.

Prerequisites

  • Ansible: Ansible must be installed on your system to use this role.
  • Arch Linux-based System: Designed for Arch Linux distributions, using the pacman package manager.

Running the Role

To utilize this role:

  1. Clone the cymais repository.
  2. Navigate to the roles/pc-bluray-player-tools directory.
  3. Execute the role using Ansible, with appropriate permissions for installing packages.

Customization

You can customize this role by enabling or adding additional tasks for other AUR packages related to Blu-ray playback as needed.

Support and Contributions

For support, feedback, or contributions to enhance the role's capabilities, please open an issue or submit a pull request in the cymais repository. Contributions that improve Blu-ray playback support or compatibility are highly appreciated.