ChannelOS
Turn a local media library into a programmable, schedulable TV system
About ChannelOS
ChannelOS turns a local media library into a programmable TV system. Use existing media to build persistent cable-TV-style channels, set an independent programming schedule for each channel, view what is currently playing in the TV guide, and switch channels like traditional TV stations. Media files remain in their original locations and are not moved, renamed, uploaded, or replaced.
Best for
Best use cases
Organize and continuously play local media
Build a personal TV channel
Watch media according to a programming schedule
Switch channels like watching traditional TV
Features
Personal TV channels
Build persistent cable-TV-style channels from existing media.
Independent programming schedules
Each channel can keep its own programming schedule.
TV guide
See what is playing now and switch between channels.
Local-first
The media library stays where it is and is not moved, renamed, uploaded, or replaced.
Pros
- Media files stay in their original locations
- Each channel has its own schedule
- Includes a TV guide
- No separate installation of Python, Qt, VLC, or FFmpeg required
Cons
- Windows only for now
- Early Windows Alpha stage; features are still expanding