Want a fast, cable-style way to watch live TV, sports, and movies on your Android TV? TiviMate IPTV Player is the gold standard for Android streaming thanks to its sleek TV guide layout and instant channel switching.
It works seamlessly with our IPTV service, and the complete installation takes under 5 minutes—zero technical skills required.
- Open Google Play Store on your Android TV and search for TiviMate.
- Download and open TiviMate IPTV Player.
- Select Add Playlist and choose Xtream Codes.
- Enter your Server Address, Username, and Password, then click Next.
- Go to Settings → EPG → Update EPG to load your live TV schedule.
1. Install & Connect TiviMate
Search TiviMate in Google Play Store
Turn on your Android TV or Smart Box and open the Google Play Store. Select the search bar at the top and type TiviMate.
Install TiviMate IPTV Player
Select TiviMate IPTV Player from the results and press Install. The app downloads in less than a minute. Once finished, click Open.
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Add Playlist via Xtream Codes
TiviMate does not provide built-in channels out of the box. Click Add Playlist on the welcome screen, then select Xtream Codes and press OK.
Enter Your RoxTV Subscription Details
Type in the login details from your activation email carefully (watch out for automatic capital letters or extra spaces):
Press Next and allow 30–60 seconds for TiviMate to import your live channels, movies, and series.
2. Refresh & Fix Your TV Guide (EPG)
The Electronic Program Guide (EPG) shows what is airing live and what is coming up next. Keeping it refreshed guarantees accurate show titles and start times.
How to Refresh the TV Guide
To manually update your channel schedule at any time, open the TiviMate menu and go to Settings → EPG → Update EPG.
📺 Using IPTV Smarters on another screen? Check our quick guide on how to refresh EPG on Smarters Player Lite.
How to Clear EPG Cache (If Guide Is Blank)
If your TV guide is stuck or blank after an update, clear the guide cache directly inside the app. Navigate to Settings → EPG → Clear EPG, then click Update EPG right after to rebuild a fresh schedule.
3. Turn Subtitles & Captions On or Off
Many US, UK, and Canadian broadcasts carry embedded closed captions (CC). Here is how to control or remove on-screen text in seconds:
Toggle Subtitles on a Single Channel
While watching any channel, press OK on your remote to open the bottom player bar. Select the CC / Subtitles icon and switch it to Off (or pick a language to turn captions on).
Disable Auto-Subtitles Across All Channels
To stop subtitles from popping up automatically whenever you switch channels, go to Settings → Playback → Subtitles and toggle Auto-select subtitles off.
4. Quick Troubleshooting & Pro Tips
| Issue | Instant Fix |
|---|---|
| Channels not loading? | Double-check your Server URL, Username, and Password for typos, then restart TiviMate once. |
| Stream buffering? | Switch from Wi-Fi to an Ethernet cable if possible, or unplug your router for 30 seconds. |
| TV Guide says "No Information"? | Go to Settings → EPG → Clear EPG, then click Update EPG. |
| Subtitles stuck on screen? | Turn off Auto-select subtitles in Settings → Playback → Subtitles. |
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Is TiviMate IPTV Player free to use?
Does TiviMate include channels by itself?
What is the best way to add a playlist in TiviMate?
Can I use TiviMate on iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV?
Will clearing EPG delete my channels or login details?
Paired with RoxTV, TiviMate transforms your Android TV into a super-fast, organized entertainment hub built for uninterrupted streaming.