Release Notes for Video Station

Video Station lets you manage and watch your video collection—movies, TV shows, home videos, and TV recordings—with intuitive convenience. It provides instant watching by streaming videos to your computers, AirPlay devices, iOS/Android devices, Windows 10 tablets/laptops, Apple TVs, Android TVs, and more. What’s more, it can enrich your videos with posters and subtitles from the Internet, and create a watchlist or favorite list for quick access.

Version: 3.0.7-2512

(2024-04-15)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.0.7 requires DSM 7.0 or 7.1.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where episode numbers were not displaying correctly during folder-based video indexing.
  2. Fixed an issue preventing the retrieval of accurate subtitles from OpenSubtitles.
  3. Fixed an issue preventing users from editing video information because of an excessive number of decimal places in ratings.
  4. Fixed a security vulnerability regarding authentication (CWE-862).
  5. Fixed multiple security vulnerabilities regarding privilege management (CWE-269).
  6. Fixed a security vulnerability regarding XSS (CWE-79).

Version: 3.0.6-2509

(2023-12-20)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.0.6 requires DSM 7.0 or 7.1.
  2. OpenSubtitles has made changes that require users to update Video Station to this version or above. This update is necessary to renew the OpenSubtitles API key within the package.

Version: 3.1.1-3168

(2023-12-19)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.1.1 requires DSM 7.2 and above.
  2. OpenSubtitles has made changes that require users to update Video Station to this version or above. This update is necessary to renew the OpenSubtitles API key within the package.

Version: 3.1.0-3153

(2023-05-02)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.1.0 requires DSM 7.2 and above.

Version: 3.0.5-2503

(2022-11-01)

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where searching through the Video Info Plugin might not return complete results.
  2. Fixed an issue where the backup settings might not detect the index folder correctly.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.4-2107

(2022-09-05)

Important Notes

  1. Updated to be compatible with Advanced Media Extensions 3.0.
  2. AAC-encoded content can be decoded and natively played back by most end devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs. Server-side transcoding of AAC-encoded content has been a redundant and resource-consuming process that was removed starting from DSM 7.1.1.
    • Videos with non-AAC encoded audio tracks and those with more than two channels of AAC encoded audio can no longer be streamed via Chromecast.
    • Live streaming and recording of digital TV programs can no longer be done in AAC format.
    • Playback of videos with AAC encoded audio is no longer possible via browser, AirPlay, or Chromecast with the DS418, DS218, DS218play, DS216play, and DS118.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where Safari might not be able to play HEVC videos.
  2. Enhanced the accuracy of metadata search results for TV shows.

Version: 3.0.3-2084

(2022-04-06)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. This version is compatible with DSM 7.1 and above.
  2. Updated to be compatible with Advanced Media Extensions (AME) 2.0 to support the HEVC and AAC formats. Learn more

Fixed Issues

  1. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.2-2072

(2022-02-17)

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where users could not upload the Video Info Plugin via the Video Station's Application Portal.
  2. Fixed an issue where videos in Raw may stop streaming accidentally while watching via the public sharing link.
  3. Fixed an issue where the Video Info Plugin uploads unsuccessfully due to insufficient permission.
  4. Fixed an issue where the Video Info Plugin could not retrieve the TV show information due to a timeout.
  5. Fixed an issue where Google Chrome version 89 and above could not stream videos to Chromecast.
  6. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.1-2067

(2021-06-29)

Important Note

  1. After updating Video Station, please enable at least one information plugin for the indexing function to work properly. Your existing video metadata will not be affected.

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Added migration compatibility of Video Info Plugin with DSM 7.0.

Version: 3.0.0-2065

(2021-06-01)

Important Notes

  1. DAT files playback is no longer supported.
  2. DTV dongles are no longer supported.

Compatibility and Installation

  1. Updated to be compatible with DSM 7.0.
  2. If Advanced Media Extensions was not installed, the system will automatically install it after the update to ensure package functionality.
  3. Supports backing up and restoring indexed folders, playlists, and package configuration via Hyper Backup.

What's New

  1. Supports uploading plugins to retrieve video metadata with the Video Info Plugin feature. To learn how to implement a Video Info Plugin, please refer to the developer's guide.

Version: 2.5.1-1668

(2023-05-02)

Important Note

  1. Updated to be compatible with Advanced Media Extensions (AME) 1.0.2.
  2. AAC-encoded content can be decoded and natively played back by most end devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs. Server-side transcoding of AAC-encoded content has been a redundant and resource-consuming process that was removed in DSM 6 starting from this version.
    • Videos with non-AAC encoded audio tracks and those with more than two channels of AAC encoded audio can no longer be streamed via Chromecast.
    • Live streaming and recording of digital TV programs can no longer be done in AAC format.
    • Playback of videos with AAC encoded audio is no longer possible via browser, AirPlay, or Chromecast with the DS418, DS218, DS218play, DS216play, and DS118.

Version: 2.5.0-1656

(2021-07-06)

Important Note

  1. This update is expected to be available in all regions within the next few days. The actual time of release may vary slightly depending on regions.
  2. After updating Video Station, please enable at least one information plugin for the indexing function to work properly. Your existing video metadata will not be affected.

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 2.5.0-1656 can only be installed on Synology products running DSM 6.2.4 or above versions.
  2. If the Advanced Media Extensions was not installed, the system might automatically install it after the update to ensure package functionality.

What's New

  1. Added support for uploading plugins to retrieve video metadata with the Video Info Plugin feature. To learn how to implement the Video Info Plugin, please refer to the Developer's Guide.
  2. Added support for playback of AV1 and HEVC original videos through the browser (check the browser's support level).

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where an error might occur occasionally when the media streaming was switched from Chromecast to the local player.
  2. Fixed an issue where residual data might remain in the library after the folder was deleted and re-indexed.
  3. Fixed an issue where videos were unplayable on certain client devices via Firefox.
  4. Fixed an issue where the video information was displayed incorrectly.
  5. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.5.0-1655

(2021-06-29)

Important Note

  1. This version is replaced by Video Station 2.5.0-1656 to fix a dependency issue with the Advanced Media Extensions.

Version: 2.4.10-1632

(2021-02-23)

Important Note

  1. Due to the upcoming changes of TheTVDB API, Video Station no longer supports retrieving video metadata from TheTVDB. Learn more.
  2. This update is expected to be available in all regions within the next few days. The actual time of release may vary slightly depending on regions.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where the Home Video dates might be incorrectly displayed after indexing.
  2. Fixed an issue where the system may generate empty files in the original video library after re-indexing when the video information was modified and the file folder was deleted from the library.
  3. Fixed an issue where TV episodes could be classified as specials after their metadata was retrieved from the Internet.
  4. Fixed a security vulnerability. (Synology-SA-21:04)
  5. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.9-1626

(2020-06-09)

What's New

  1. Supports configuring the information sources with the Video Info Auto Search feature.

Bug Fixed

  1. Fixed the issue where videos played via a public sharing link might be stuck in the loading status during video playback.
  2. Fixed the issue where the scrollbar on the TV Show page might disappear when the page is refreshed.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.7-1603

(2020-03-17)
  1. Fixed the issue where the year information of TV shows and movies might not display properly in thumbnail view.
  2. Fixed the issue where loading video metadata from online databases might fail.
  3. Fixed the issue where selecting photos under the "home" folder as backdrops might fail.
  4. Fixed the issue where auto-generated thumbnails might not display properly when the original videos are deleted.
  5. Fixed the issue where video titles might not completely fade out in full-screen mode when they are too long.

Version: 2.4.6-1594

(2019-06-11)
  1. Supports subtitle size to be customizable.
  2. Users can now change the position of subtitles.
  3. Improved video loading performance.
  4. Fixed an issue where video transcoding might fail.
  5. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.5-1584

(2019-03-28)
  1. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.4-1583

(2019-02-19)
  1. Supports fast forwarding and backwarding during video playback.
  2. Adds a keyboard shortcut for capturing a screenshot.
  3. Users can now customize video playback rate.
  4. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.3-1565

(2018-08-28)
  1. Enhanced system stability.

Version: 2.4.2-1561

(2018-07-03)
  1. Fixed an issue where the language of the movie information might be incorrect.
  2. Fixed an issue where the settings of the customized library might be incorrect after upgrading to DSM 6.2.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.1-1554

(2018-05-24)
  1. Supports Thai user interface.
  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.0-1505

(2018-03-06)
  1. Added transcoding compatibility with 10-bit HEVC videos on the following models: DS918+, DS718+, DS218+ and DS418play.
  2. Added the option of "High Bitrate FHD" in playback quality on Synolgoy NAS models supporting 4K transcoding, and set it as default when playing 4K videos via browsers within local network.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.8-1486

(2018-01-23)

  1. Fixed an issue where video transcoding might fail after migrating data to another Synology NAS.

  2. Fixed an issue where streaming videos to Chromecast might fail.

  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.7-1484

(2017-12-07)
  1. Fixed an issue where a transcoded video might have abnormal quality at the beginning when played back on the following models: DS918+, DS718+, DS418play, and DS218+.
  2. Fixed an issue where offline transcoding process might not display properly.
  3. Fixed an issue where users could not switch between different seasons of TV shows containing "Specials".
  4. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.6-1475

(2017-11-06)
  1. Fixed an issue where public sharing links to videos might not work properly.
  2. Enhanced 4K video transcoding quality on DS918+, DS718+, DS418play, and DS218+.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.5-1471

(2017-10-05)
  1. To ensure video transcoding capability on DSM 6.2 Beta, please update to Video Station 2.3.5 on DS715, DS1515, DS1517, DS1817, DS2015xs, DS215+, DS416.

Version: 2.3.4-1468

(2017-08-31)
  1. Fixed an issue where certain videos might fail to be played back with hardware transcoding on DS216, DS216+II, DS416, DS416play, DS716+, and DS716+II.
  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.3-1455

(2017-07-26)

  1. Fixed a security vulnerability regarding FFmpeg (CVE-2017-9993).

  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.7-2512

(2024-04-15)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.0.7 requires DSM 7.0 or 7.1.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where episode numbers were not displaying correctly during folder-based video indexing.
  2. Fixed an issue preventing the retrieval of accurate subtitles from OpenSubtitles.
  3. Fixed an issue preventing users from editing video information because of an excessive number of decimal places in ratings.
  4. Fixed a security vulnerability regarding authentication (CWE-862).
  5. Fixed multiple security vulnerabilities regarding privilege management (CWE-269).
  6. Fixed a security vulnerability regarding XSS (CWE-79).

Version: 3.0.6-2509

(2023-12-20)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.0.6 requires DSM 7.0 or 7.1.
  2. OpenSubtitles has made changes that require users to update Video Station to this version or above. This update is necessary to renew the OpenSubtitles API key within the package.

Version: 3.1.1-3168

(2023-12-19)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.1.1 requires DSM 7.2 and above.
  2. OpenSubtitles has made changes that require users to update Video Station to this version or above. This update is necessary to renew the OpenSubtitles API key within the package.

Version: 3.1.0-3153

(2023-05-02)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 3.1.0 requires DSM 7.2 and above.

Version: 2.5.1-1668

(2023-05-02)

Important Note

  1. Updated to be compatible with Advanced Media Extensions (AME) 1.0.2.
  2. AAC-encoded content can be decoded and natively played back by most end devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs. Server-side transcoding of AAC-encoded content has been a redundant and resource-consuming process that was removed in DSM 6 starting from this version.
    • Videos with non-AAC encoded audio tracks and those with more than two channels of AAC encoded audio can no longer be streamed via Chromecast.
    • Live streaming and recording of digital TV programs can no longer be done in AAC format.
    • Playback of videos with AAC encoded audio is no longer possible via browser, AirPlay, or Chromecast with the DS418, DS218, DS218play, DS216play, and DS118.

Version: 3.0.5-2503

(2022-11-01)

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where searching through the Video Info Plugin might not return complete results.
  2. Fixed an issue where the backup settings might not detect the index folder correctly.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.4-2107

(2022-09-05)

Important Notes

  1. Updated to be compatible with Advanced Media Extensions 3.0.
  2. AAC-encoded content can be decoded and natively played back by most end devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs. Server-side transcoding of AAC-encoded content has been a redundant and resource-consuming process that was removed starting from DSM 7.1.1.
    • Videos with non-AAC encoded audio tracks and those with more than two channels of AAC encoded audio can no longer be streamed via Chromecast.
    • Live streaming and recording of digital TV programs can no longer be done in AAC format.
    • Playback of videos with AAC encoded audio is no longer possible via browser, AirPlay, or Chromecast with the DS418, DS218, DS218play, DS216play, and DS118.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where Safari might not be able to play HEVC videos.
  2. Enhanced the accuracy of metadata search results for TV shows.

Version: 3.0.3-2084

(2022-04-06)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. This version is compatible with DSM 7.1 and above.
  2. Updated to be compatible with Advanced Media Extensions (AME) 2.0 to support the HEVC and AAC formats. Learn more

Fixed Issues

  1. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.2-2072

(2022-02-17)

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where users could not upload the Video Info Plugin via the Video Station's Application Portal.
  2. Fixed an issue where videos in Raw may stop streaming accidentally while watching via the public sharing link.
  3. Fixed an issue where the Video Info Plugin uploads unsuccessfully due to insufficient permission.
  4. Fixed an issue where the Video Info Plugin could not retrieve the TV show information due to a timeout.
  5. Fixed an issue where Google Chrome version 89 and above could not stream videos to Chromecast.
  6. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.5.0-1656

(2021-07-06)

Important Note

  1. This update is expected to be available in all regions within the next few days. The actual time of release may vary slightly depending on regions.
  2. After updating Video Station, please enable at least one information plugin for the indexing function to work properly. Your existing video metadata will not be affected.

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Video Station 2.5.0-1656 can only be installed on Synology products running DSM 6.2.4 or above versions.
  2. If the Advanced Media Extensions was not installed, the system might automatically install it after the update to ensure package functionality.

What's New

  1. Added support for uploading plugins to retrieve video metadata with the Video Info Plugin feature. To learn how to implement the Video Info Plugin, please refer to the Developer's Guide.
  2. Added support for playback of AV1 and HEVC original videos through the browser (check the browser's support level).

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where an error might occur occasionally when the media streaming was switched from Chromecast to the local player.
  2. Fixed an issue where residual data might remain in the library after the folder was deleted and re-indexed.
  3. Fixed an issue where videos were unplayable on certain client devices via Firefox.
  4. Fixed an issue where the video information was displayed incorrectly.
  5. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 3.0.1-2067

(2021-06-29)

Important Note

  1. After updating Video Station, please enable at least one information plugin for the indexing function to work properly. Your existing video metadata will not be affected.

Compatibility & Installation

  1. Added migration compatibility of Video Info Plugin with DSM 7.0.

Version: 2.5.0-1655

(2021-06-29)

Important Note

  1. This version is replaced by Video Station 2.5.0-1656 to fix a dependency issue with the Advanced Media Extensions.

Version: 3.0.0-2065

(2021-06-01)

Important Notes

  1. DAT files playback is no longer supported.
  2. DTV dongles are no longer supported.

Compatibility and Installation

  1. Updated to be compatible with DSM 7.0.
  2. If Advanced Media Extensions was not installed, the system will automatically install it after the update to ensure package functionality.
  3. Supports backing up and restoring indexed folders, playlists, and package configuration via Hyper Backup.

What's New

  1. Supports uploading plugins to retrieve video metadata with the Video Info Plugin feature. To learn how to implement a Video Info Plugin, please refer to the developer's guide.

Version: 2.4.10-1632

(2021-02-23)

Important Note

  1. Due to the upcoming changes of TheTVDB API, Video Station no longer supports retrieving video metadata from TheTVDB. Learn more.
  2. This update is expected to be available in all regions within the next few days. The actual time of release may vary slightly depending on regions.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where the Home Video dates might be incorrectly displayed after indexing.
  2. Fixed an issue where the system may generate empty files in the original video library after re-indexing when the video information was modified and the file folder was deleted from the library.
  3. Fixed an issue where TV episodes could be classified as specials after their metadata was retrieved from the Internet.
  4. Fixed a security vulnerability. (Synology-SA-21:04)
  5. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.9-1626

(2020-06-09)

What's New

  1. Supports configuring the information sources with the Video Info Auto Search feature.

Bug Fixed

  1. Fixed the issue where videos played via a public sharing link might be stuck in the loading status during video playback.
  2. Fixed the issue where the scrollbar on the TV Show page might disappear when the page is refreshed.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.7-1603

(2020-03-17)
  1. Fixed the issue where the year information of TV shows and movies might not display properly in thumbnail view.
  2. Fixed the issue where loading video metadata from online databases might fail.
  3. Fixed the issue where selecting photos under the "home" folder as backdrops might fail.
  4. Fixed the issue where auto-generated thumbnails might not display properly when the original videos are deleted.
  5. Fixed the issue where video titles might not completely fade out in full-screen mode when they are too long.

Version: 2.4.6-1594

(2019-06-11)
  1. Supports subtitle size to be customizable.
  2. Users can now change the position of subtitles.
  3. Improved video loading performance.
  4. Fixed an issue where video transcoding might fail.
  5. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.5-1584

(2019-03-28)
  1. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.4-1583

(2019-02-19)
  1. Supports fast forwarding and backwarding during video playback.
  2. Adds a keyboard shortcut for capturing a screenshot.
  3. Users can now customize video playback rate.
  4. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.3-1565

(2018-08-28)
  1. Enhanced system stability.

Version: 2.4.2-1561

(2018-07-03)
  1. Fixed an issue where the language of the movie information might be incorrect.
  2. Fixed an issue where the settings of the customized library might be incorrect after upgrading to DSM 6.2.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.1-1554

(2018-05-24)
  1. Supports Thai user interface.
  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.0-1505

(2018-03-06)
  1. Added transcoding compatibility with 10-bit HEVC videos on the following models: DS918+, DS718+, DS218+ and DS418play.
  2. Added the option of "High Bitrate FHD" in playback quality on Synolgoy NAS models supporting 4K transcoding, and set it as default when playing 4K videos via browsers within local network.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.8-1486

(2018-01-23)

  1. Fixed an issue where video transcoding might fail after migrating data to another Synology NAS.

  2. Fixed an issue where streaming videos to Chromecast might fail.

  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.7-1484

(2017-12-07)
  1. Fixed an issue where a transcoded video might have abnormal quality at the beginning when played back on the following models: DS918+, DS718+, DS418play, and DS218+.
  2. Fixed an issue where offline transcoding process might not display properly.
  3. Fixed an issue where users could not switch between different seasons of TV shows containing "Specials".
  4. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.6-1475

(2017-11-06)
  1. Fixed an issue where public sharing links to videos might not work properly.
  2. Enhanced 4K video transcoding quality on DS918+, DS718+, DS418play, and DS218+.
  3. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.5-1471

(2017-10-05)
  1. To ensure video transcoding capability on DSM 6.2 Beta, please update to Video Station 2.3.5 on DS715, DS1515, DS1517, DS1817, DS2015xs, DS215+, DS416.

Version: 2.3.4-1468

(2017-08-31)
  1. Fixed an issue where certain videos might fail to be played back with hardware transcoding on DS216, DS216+II, DS416, DS416play, DS716+, and DS716+II.
  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.3-1455

(2017-07-26)

  1. Fixed a security vulnerability regarding FFmpeg (CVE-2017-9993).

  2. Minor bug fixes.