⚡ Quick Summary
TiviMate is a third-party player app made by Armobsoft FZE. Vivimate is not affiliated with it: Vivimate IPTV works with TiviMate the same way any Xtream Codes or M3U provider does. This guide covers everything from first install to the settings that help 4K playback, where the channel broadcasts in 4K.
Why TiviMate Is the Right Player for Vivimate IPTV
TiviMate was built from the ground up for Android TV and Firestick — which means it leverages the hardware capabilities of these devices in ways generic players don't. Here's why many Vivimate IPTV subscribers on those devices choose TiviMate as their player:
- ✓Beautiful Interface — A polished, TV-native UI designed for remote navigation
- ✓Excellent EPG — Full 7-day grid program guide across all channels
- ✓Multi-Screen — Watch up to 4 channels at the same time (premium)
- ✓Live TV Recording — Record to an external USB drive or network storage (premium)
- ✓Favorites Manager — Build custom channel groups for faster navigation
- ✓Catch-up Support — Go back and watch programs you missed
- ✓Picture-in-Picture — Keep a channel playing while browsing the guide
What You Need Before You Start
- ✓An active Vivimate IPTV subscription — credentials delivered via WhatsApp
- ✓An Android TV device (Nvidia Shield, Sony TV, TCL, Philips) or Amazon Firestick
- ✓Internet speed of about 10 Mbps per HD stream, 15 Mbps for Full HD and 25 Mbps for 4K (verify with Ookla Speedtest)
- ✓TiviMate app — free or premium, available on Google Play Store and Amazon App Store
⚠ Before You Start
Keep your Vivimate IPTV credentials open — Server URL, Username, and Password. These were sent via WhatsApp after you purchased from our pricing page. If you can't find them, contact support via WhatsApp immediately.
Step-by-Step: Connecting Vivimate IPTV to TiviMate
Install TiviMate on Your Device
📱 Android TV (Nvidia Shield, Sony, TCL)
- Open the Google Play Store
- Search for "TiviMate"
- Tap Install
- Open TiviMate once installed
🔥 Amazon Firestick
- Open the Amazon App Store
- Search for "TiviMate"
- Tap Download / Install
- Open TiviMate after installation
Add Your Vivimate IPTV Playlist
With TiviMate open, follow these steps to link your Vivimate IPTV account:
- Tap "Add Playlist" (or Settings → Playlists → Add Playlist)
- Select "Xtream Codes" as the playlist type
- Enter a name — e.g. "Vivimate IPTV"
- Enter your Server URL (provided via WhatsApp)
- Enter your Username (provided via WhatsApp)
- Enter your Password (provided via WhatsApp)
- Tap "Next" and wait for your playlist to fully load
💡 Pro Tip
The Xtream Codes login method is the most stable and reliable. If you prefer an M3U link instead, select "M3U URL" and paste your link.
Configure the EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
The EPG shows what's airing now and what's coming up — essential when browsing 55,000+ channels.
- Go to Settings → Playlists → Select your Vivimate IPTV playlist
- Tap on "EPG"
- Select "Add EPG"
- Enter the EPG URL provided by Vivimate IPTV via WhatsApp
- Tap "OK" and allow 2–3 minutes for the EPG to fully populate
- Return to the main screen and tap the program guide icon
✅ Success
Once the EPG loads you'll see a complete 7-day program schedulefor every channel — no more guessing what's on.
Build Your Favorite Channels List
With 55,000+ channels in your Vivimate IPTV library, a well-organized favorites list saves hours:
- Browse channels by tapping the channel icon on the main screen
- Press and hold the OK button on your remote when you land on a channel you want
- Select "Add to Favorites" from the pop-up menu
- Find your favorites list under "Favorites" on the main menu
- Organize into groups — e.g. "Sports", "Movies", "News"
Tune TiviMate Settings for Best Performance
These setting adjustments make a real difference for 4K streaming quality with Vivimate IPTV:
Appearance
Settings → Appearance → Dark mode recommended
Auto Frame Rate
Settings → Player → Enable Auto Frame Rate
EPG Update
Settings → EPG → Set update interval to 24 hours
Buffer Size
Settings → Player → Buffer Size → Very Large
Parental Controls
Settings → Parental Controls → Set a PIN
Remote Control
Settings → Remote Control → Customize buttons
Upgrade to TiviMate Premium (Optional but Recommended)
The free tier handles everything well, but TiviMate Premium, an in-app purchase (check its current price on the app's Premium screen), unlocks features that make a big difference:
- ✓Multi-screen — Watch up to 4 live channels at once
- ✓Live TV recording — Record directly to USB or network storage
- ✓Favorites sync — Keep your channel lists consistent across devices
- ✓Ad-free — A completely uninterrupted viewing experience
To upgrade: Settings → General → Unlock Premium
🏆 Pro Tip — Best Setup for 4K
For the ultimate 4K setup, run TiviMate on an Nvidia Shield Pro with a wired Ethernet connection. This combination gives TiviMate the most headroom for 4K streams, and Ethernet removes Wi-Fi as a cause of buffering.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
🔧 Playlist Won't Load
- →Verify your Server URL, Username, and Password are entered exactly — no trailing spaces
- →Confirm your subscription is active by contacting Vivimate IPTV support via WhatsApp
- →Try a VPN — some ISPs block or slow IPTV traffic, and a VPN shows whether that is the cause
- →Restart your device and try again
🔧 EPG Not Showing Program Info
- →Go to Settings → EPG → trigger a manual EPG update
- →Give the EPG 2–3 minutes to fully load after the update completes
- →Double-check the EPG URL is entered correctly with no typos
- →Clear the EPG cache: Settings → EPG → Clear EPG
🔧 Buffering or Freezing
- →Switch from Wi-Fi to a wired Ethernet connection
- →Close any other apps consuming bandwidth in the background
- →Set buffer size to maximum: Settings → Player → Buffer Size → Very Large
- →Check whether it only happens at peak evening hours: the cause can be your ISP managing traffic (a VPN test shows this) or the provider's capacity at the busiest time (message support)
- →Drop the stream quality in player settings if your connection is slower than 25 Mbps
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is TiviMate free?
TiviMate offers a fully functional free version. The premium tier is an in-app purchase (the current price is shown on the app's Premium screen) and adds multi-screen viewing, live TV recording, and an ad-free experience. Most users find the free version more than sufficient to start.
Q: Can I use Vivimate IPTV on multiple devices with TiviMate?
Yes. Depending on your Vivimate IPTV plan, simultaneous streaming on 1–5 devices is supported. Install TiviMate separately on each device and add your Vivimate playlist on each one.
Q: Does TiviMate work on iPhone or Windows?
No — TiviMate only supports Android TV and Firestick. Use IPTV Smarters Pro for iPhone and iPad. For Windows or Mac, IPTV Smarters Pro or VLC Media Player both work well.
Q: How do I update TiviMate?
TiviMate updates automatically through the Google Play Store or Amazon App Store. You can also trigger a manual check by searching for TiviMate inside the app store on your device.
Q: Can I record shows with TiviMate and Vivimate IPTV?
Yes, TiviMate Premium supports live TV recording. You need external storage — a USB drive or network-attached storage — connected to your Firestick or Android TV device.
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