IPTV Installation Guide
How to setup the IPTV on your Device?
Step 1: Enable “Apps from Unknown Sources”
Amazon Fire Stick blocks apps not available on the Amazon App Store by default. To bypass this restriction:
- Go to Settings from the Fire Stick’s home screen.
- Navigate to My Fire TV (sometimes labeled Device).
- Select Developer Options.
- Turn on the Apps from Unknown Sources option. You may also need to enable ADB Debugging for some apps.
Step 2: Install the Downloader App
The Downloader app allows you to download and install third-party apps (like IPTV Smarters Pro or TiviMate):
- Return to the home screen.
- Open the Amazon App Store (or the search bar).
- Search for Downloader and click Install.
- After installation, open the app and allow permissions (such as accessing files on the Fire Stick).
Step 3: Download and Install an IPTV App
To install an IPTV app such as TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro:
- Open the Downloader app.
- In the URL field, type the download link for the IPTV app (your IPTV provider may give you this link, or you can use common URLs such as:
- IPTV Smarters Pro:
https://www.iptvsmarters.com/smarters.apk
- TiviMate: Look up the latest version URL for sideloading).
- IPTV Smarters Pro:
- Click Go to download the app APK.
- Once the download is complete, the installation window will open automatically. If not, go to Files in Downloader and click the APK file.
- Click Install and wait for the process to complete.
Step 4: Configure the IPTV App
After installing the IPTV app:
- Open the IPTV app (e.g., TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro).
- Login Options:
- If your provider gave you an M3U Playlist URL, select Load M3U Playlist and paste the URL.
- If you have Xtream Codes API credentials, select Login with Xtream Codes API and enter:
- Username
- Password
- Server URL (usually starts with
http://
orhttps://
).
- If you were provided with a portal URL (commonly for MAG devices), look for Portal Setup in the app and enter the URL.
Step 5: Save and Start Streaming
- Once you input the necessary information, click Save or Connect.
- The app will fetch and load the channel list. This may take a few seconds depending on the size of the playlist.
- Once loaded, browse through live TV channels, movies, or series sections based on your subscription.
Step 1: Download an IPTV App
- Go to the TV’s App Store (e.g., Samsung Smart Hub or LG Content Store).
- Search for IPTV apps, such as:
- Smart IPTV: A popular paid app for IPTV that supports M3U playlists.
- SS IPTV: A free app offering basic IPTV functionality.
- Flix IPTV: Another premium app with advanced features like parental controls.
- Download and install the app.
Tip: If the app isn’t available in your region, you might need to change your TV’s region or use a USB to sideload the app.
Step 2: Open the App and Note the MAC Address
- Launch the IPTV app after installation.
- A unique MAC address will be displayed on the app’s home screen or settings. This MAC address is used to link your TV to your IPTV subscription.
Step 3: Access the IPTV Provider’s Portal
- Open a web browser on your phone or computer.
- Navigate to the portal or website provided by your IPTV subscription. Most IPTV apps, like Smart IPTV or Flix IPTV, have dedicated activation portals. Examples include:
- Smart IPTV Portal:
https://siptv.app/mylist/
- Flix IPTV Portal: Based on your IPTV provider’s instructions.
- Smart IPTV Portal:
- Input the MAC address of your TV in the designated field.
Step 4: Upload the M3U Playlist
- Obtain the M3U playlist URL from your IPTV subscription provider. It often looks like:bash
http://yourprovider.com:8080/get.php?username=xxxx&password=xxxx&type=m3u
- Copy and paste the M3U URL into the portal’s playlist field.
- Some portals also allow you to upload an M3U file directly if you have downloaded it.
Step 5: Restart the App and Load Channels
- Once you’ve linked your MAC address and uploaded the M3U playlist:
- Return to the TV and relaunch the IPTV app.
- Channels and other content (movies, series) will start loading. This might take a few seconds to a few minutes depending on the size of the playlist and internet speed.
- Browse and enjoy live TV, movies, and on-demand content!
3. PC/MAC (VLC Media Player)
- Step 1: Download and install VLC Media Player from VLC’s official site.
- Step 2: Open VLC and go to Media > Open Network Stream.
- Step 3: Paste the M3U link from your IPTV subscription.
- Step 4: Click Play and start watching.
Android Devices (Smartphones, Boxes, TV)
- Step 1: Download an IPTV app like IPTV Smarters Pro or TiviMate from the Google Play Store.
- Step 2: Launch the app and select Add New Playlist.
- Step 3: Enter the M3U URL or Xtream Codes from your IPTV provider.
- Step 4: Save the settings, and the channels will load.
Apple Devices (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)
- Step 1: Download an IPTV app from the App Store, such as GSE Smart IPTV or IPTV Smarters Pro.
- Step 2: Open the app and go to the playlist setup.
- Step 3: Enter the M3U URL or Xtream Codes provided by your IPTV subscription.
- Step 4: Save and refresh the playlist to load the channels.
KODI (XBMC)
- Step 1: Open Kodi and go to Add-ons > My Add-ons.
- Step 2: Install the PVR IPTV Simple Client add-on.
- Step 3: Configure the add-on by entering your M3U playlist URL.
- Step 4: Enable the add-on and restart Kodi to load channels.
Enigma2/Dreambox
- Step 1: Download a program like Putty for your PC.
- Step 2: Use the given script or M3U playlist provided by the IPTV provider to upload channels.
- Step 3: Restart your Enigma2 device to apply changes.
Dreamlink Devices
- Step 1: Open the My Apps section and select DreamOnline or a similar app.
- Step 2: Add the M3U playlist or portal URL provided by your IPTV subscription.
- Step 3: Save and refresh to access the channels.