tempo
Tempo Usage Guide
Table of Contents
- Prerequisites
- Getting Started
- Server Configuration
- Main Features
- Navigation
- Playback Controls
- Favorites
- Playlist Management
- Android Auto
- Settings
- Troubleshooting
Prerequisites
Important Notice: This app is a Subsonic-compatible client and does not provide any music content itself. To use this application, you must have:
- An active Subsonic API server (or compatible service) already set up
- Valid login credentials for your Subsonic server
- Music content uploaded and organized on your server
Verified backends
This app works with any service that implements the Subsonic API, including:
- LMS - Lightweight Music Server - personal fave and my backend
- Navidrome
- Gonic
Getting Started
Installation
- Download the APK from the Releases section
- Enable “Install from unknown sources” in your Android settings
- Install the application
First Launch
- Open the application
- You will be prompted to configure your server connection
- Grant necessary permissions for media playback and background operation
Server Configuration
Initial Setup
IN PROGRESS
- Enter your server URL (e.g.,
https://your-subsonic-server.com) - Provide your username and password
- Test the connection to ensure proper configuration
Advanced Settings
TODO
Main Features
Library View
TODO
Now Playing Screen
TODO
Navigation
Bottom Navigation Bar
IN PROGRESS
- Home: Recently played and server recommendations
- Library: Your server’s complete music collection
- Download: Locally downloaded files from server
Playback Controls
Streaming Controls
TODO
Advanced Controls
TODO
Favorites
Favorites (aka heart aka star) to albums and artists
- Long pressing on an album gives you access to heart/unheart an album
- Long pressing on an artist cover gets you the same access to to heart/unheart an album
Playlist Management
Server Playlists
TODO
Creating Playlists
TODO
Settings
Android Auto
Enabling on your head unit
- You have to enable Android Auto developer options, which are different from actual Android dev options. Then you have to enable “Unknown sources” in Android Auto, otherwise the app won’t appear as it isn’t downloaded from Play Store. (screenshots needed)
Server Settings
IN PROGRESS
- Manage multiple server connections
- Configure sync intervals
- Set data usage limits for streaming
Audio Settings
IN PROGRESS
- Streaming quality settings
- Offline caching preferences
Appearance
TODO
Troubleshooting
Connection Issues
TODO
Common Issues
TODO
Support
For additional help:
- Question? Start a Discussion
- Open an issue if you don’t find a discussion solving your issue.
- Consult your Subsonic server’s documentation
Note: This app requires a pre-existing Subsonic-compatible server with music content.