Running the Logitech Media Server on a Raspberry Pi
Logitech Media Server (LMS), now known as Lyrion Music Server, is an audio streaming server for Squeezebox devices that can be run on a Raspberry Pi. Initially named Squeezebox Server, it was designed to stream audio to the Squeezebox series of network music players. LMS supports most audio codecs and can be extended with plugins to stream music from various services and internet radio stations. Setting up LMS on a Raspberry Pi is a great way to revive Squeezebox players due to the Pi’s low power consumption.
Even without a Squeezebox player, LMS can be used through its web interface or by setting up a Squeezebox emulator like SqueezePlay. The media server, initially developed by Logitech, has continued to evolve with improvements and support from a dedicated community. This makes it a viable solution for streaming audio across a network to compatible devices.
To install and run LMS on a Raspberry Pi, you need to ensure your operating system is up to date, install required packages like “wget” and “libcrypt-openssl-rsa-perl”, and then download and install the LMS package. After installation, LMS starts a web server for initial setup and music management. You can access this interface using the Pi’s IP address.
The setup involves specifying the locations of your music and playlist folders. Once configured, you can stream audio to your Squeezebox devices or use the web interface to manage your media files. This guide provides a step-by-step process to install LMS, allowing you to leverage the Raspberry Pi to keep the Squeezebox devices functional and up-to-date.
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