Android TV / Boxes Setup
Ideal for Nvidia Shield, Xiaomi, and generic Android boxes. TiviMate gives the best EPG experience; Smarters is simplest for beginners.
Recommended app: TiviMate or IPTV Smarters
Alternatives: XCIPTV · OTT Navigator
Step-by-step
Install your player
Open Google Play and install TiviMate IPTV Player or IPTV Smarters. On no-Play devices, sideload via USB/Downloader.
Add playlist → Xtream Codes
In TiviMate: Add playlist → Xtream Codes. In Smarters: Login with Xtream Codes API.
Paste server details
Enter host URL, username, and password from your APEX IPTV welcome message. Save and wait for channel sync.
Configure EPG & groups
Allow EPG to update (first sync can take 2–5 minutes). Hide unused groups to keep the guide clean.
Playback tuning
Set decoder to Hardware, buffer Low for live sports. Enable external player only if needed.
Test sports + VOD
Open one live sports channel and one movie from VOD. If both play, setup is complete.