How to Install PBS Live Kodi Addon – Firestick, Android & More

The following tutorial provides step-by-step instructions to Install PBS Live Kodi Addon on Firestick, Fire TV, Android, and more.

PBS or Public Broadcasting Service is one of the most well-known channels available across the entire globe.

This service provides free television to viewers everywhere including News, Children’s Shows, History, Food, and much more.

Using the PBS Live Kodi Addons is a fabulous way to watch PBS Channels across the USA and more on your preferred Kodi device.

This includes streaming devices such as the Amazon Firestick, Fire TV, Fire TV Cube, and Android TV.

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You can find this addon listed under Official Addons on TROYPOINT’s Best Kodi Addons Page which stays updated with the most popular options.

Using the PBS Live Kodi Addon is a great alternative to the Official PBS Website which requires a browser for access.

In the following guide, we will install PBS Live a Fire TV Stick 4K Max. However, these instructions also work for any Fire TV Device, Android device, or other device that supports Kodi.

Follow the steps below to install the PBS Live Kodi add-on on your Kodi device.

How to Install PBS Live Kodi Addon Guide

• Launch Kodi
• Click the settings icon  

• Click System

• Hover over Add-ons menu item and turn on Unknown sources if not already on

• Read this important Warning prior to proceeding.

Add-ons will be given access to personal data stored on your device!

This is why it is so important running our #1 Ranked VPN if you’re going to use a 3rd party addon such as PBS Live.

A VPN won’t allow these 3rd party addons to gain access to your personal data.

• Click back on remote to go back to the System page
• Select File Manager

• Click Add source

• Click <None>

• Type the following URL exactly how it is listed here – http://k.slyguy.xyz and click OK

• Highlight the box under the source that you just typed in and enter a name for this media source, type “sly” or any other name you would like to identify this source as and click OK  again

• Click your back button on the remote or keyboard until you are back on the System screen
• Choose Add-ons

• Click Install from zip file

• When prompted with the following message, click Yes

• Choose sly or another name you assigned the media source in the previous step

• Click the zip file URL – repository.slyguy.zip

• You will then encounter SlyGuy Repository Add-on installed message.

• Click Install from Repository

• Choose SlyGuy Repository

• Click Video Add-Ons

• Select PBS Live

• Click Install

• Click OK

• Wait for the PBS Live Kodi Add-on installed message to appear

• Installation is now complete. Enjoy!

Continue reading for set up instructions and more.

PBS Live Kodi Addon Set Up & Features

After installing the PBS Kodi addon, you can access it for use from your Kodi main menu.

Upon launching, you are met with various categories to choose from.

These include channels sorted by State, Stations, Bookmarks, and Search.

After making your first channel selection, you are likely met with the following message. Click Yes.

InputStream Adaptive will install for streaming. Choose the first option.

Click OK

You are now met with various playback options. We suggest using the first one titled “Best”.

Using the PBS Live Kodi Addon works absolutely flawlessly on any Kodi device for uninterrupted viewing.

Streams are broadcast in high definition and play entirely buffer-free for a fabulous streaming experience.

PBS Live Channels

Right now, there are streaming options within the PBS Live Kodi Addon for the following areas:

• Alaska
• Arizona
• Ball State
• Blue Ridge
• Detroit
• East Tennessee
• Florida
• Georgia
• Houston
• Idaho
• Iowa
• Jax
• Kansas City
• San Diego
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Milwaukee
• Mississippi
• Montana
• Maryland
• Nashville
• Nebraska
• New England
• New Hampshire
• New Mexico
• Oklahoma
• Ozarks
• Charlotte
• Utah
• Rhode Island
• Twin Cities
• West Virginia
• Wyoming
• and many more

For more information on Kodi and how to get the most out of this powerful media server, refer to our in-depth guide below.

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If you are a Kodi user, give the PBS Live Kodi Addon a try today!

PBS Live Kodi  Addon FAQ

Is the PBS Live Kodi Add-on legal?

Yes. It is not illegal to install and use this Kodi add-on on any device.

Should I use a VPN with the PBS Live Kodi addon?

A VPN is always encouraged when installing any Kodi addons and repositories. This will ensure your privacy and anonymity when streaming.

Can PBS Live Kodi addon be installed on Firestick?

Yes. Follow the step-by-step instructions above. This tutorial was done using an Amazon Firestick 4K.

What’s the difference between a Kodi add-on and a Kodi repository?

A repository is a file that stores numerous Kodi addons and more for installation. Usually you are required to install a repository to install a Kodi addon or build.

What’s the difference between a Kodi add-on and a Kodi build?

You can think of a Kodi build as a bundle of the best add-ons, repositories, and a customized skin that you can install with one click.