TiviMate has become the preferred IPTV player for Android TV and Fire TV users who want a premium experience. The interface is polished, the EPG integration is excellent, and the performance is consistently smooth. The catch: it's not as plug-and-play as some simpler apps. This guide walks through the full setup from installation to advanced configuration.
Installing TiviMate
TiviMate is available on the Google Play Store (Android TV and Google TV) and through the Amazon App Store (Fire TV). Search for "TiviMate IPTV Player."
Install the free version first. The free tier supports one playlist and basic features, which is enough to verify everything works before upgrading.
Adding Your PrimeVistaTV Playlist
Open TiviMate after installation. You'll see a welcome screen prompting you to add a playlist.
Using Xtream Codes (recommended): 1. Tap Add Playlist 2. Select Xtream Codes API 3. Enter your Server URL (from your PrimeVistaTV welcome email) 4. Enter your Username and Password 5. Name the playlist 6. Tap Next and wait for channels to load
TiviMate will download your channel list and VOD library. With 20,000+ channels, this can take 60 90 seconds on first load.
Setting Up the TV Guide (EPG)
Your PrimeVistaTV subscription includes EPG data. TiviMate will typically auto-detect it if you connected via Xtream Codes. If it doesn't populate:
- Go to Settings → Playlist → tap your PrimeVistaTV playlist
- Tap EPG Source → From Playlist
- Go back to Settings → EPG → tap Fetch EPG Now
Program data updates every few hours automatically.
Organizing Your Channel List
With 20,000+ channels, organization is key.
Groups: Your PrimeVistaTV channels are organized into groups (Sports, Entertainment, News, Movies, Kids, etc.). Go to Groups from the main menu and choose which to show or hide.
Favorites: Press and hold any channel to add it to Favorites. Your favorites appear at the top of the channel list.
Catchup TV: Channels that support catchup show a clock icon. Press right on the remote while on a channel to access recent content.
Best Settings for Live Sports
Sports streaming requires different optimization than regular TV:
Player Settings: - Set Player to ExoPlayer (best performance on most devices) - Enable Hardware Decoder – critical for 4K sports streams - Buffer Size: 30 seconds for stable sports streams
For low-latency live sports: Switch to TS protocol if your app offers it – this reduces the time between the live event and your screen.
Upgrading to TiviMate Premium
TiviMate Premium ($4.99 one-time) unlocks:
- Multiple playlists
- Recording support (to external USB drive)
- Catchup TV
- Advanced parental controls
- Custom player settings per channel
If you primarily use IPTV for live TV and sports, Premium is worth it for the catchup feature alone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can TiviMate record live TV?
Yes, with TiviMate Premium. You need an external USB storage device connected to your streaming device. Go to Settings → Recording → select your storage device. Then schedule recordings from the EPG or press record while watching.
Why does TiviMate show 'No Program Info' on some channels?
Not all channels include EPG data in the stream. Channels marked with 'No Program Info' either don't broadcast EPG data or haven't been matched to an EPG source. This is normal for less mainstream channels.
Can I use TiviMate on a phone or tablet?
TiviMate is designed specifically for TV screens. It's not available for iOS. For phone and tablet streaming, IPTV Smarters Pro or GSE Smart IPTV are better choices.