Key Highlights
- Download and Activate IPTV on TCL TV: Smart IPTV
- TCL Android TV: Open Google Play Store → Tap on Search icon → Search app → Tap Install.
- TCL Google TV: Open Apps tab → Click on Search for apps → Search IPTV app → Click Install.
- TCL Fire TV: Install Downloader app → Open Settings → Select My Fire TV → Click on the Developer Options → Select Install unknown apps → Turn on Downloader → Open Downloader app → Enter apk.siptv.app → Press GO → Select Install.
- Activate Smart IPTV on TCL TV: Open the Smart IPTV app → Copy the MAC address displayed → open the siptv.app/mylist/ website → Type in the Mac address → Check the I’m not a robot box → Click on Send → Refresh the app.
- Screen Mirror Smart IPTV to TCL Roku TV.
IPTV has become popular among viewers because of its accessibility and pocket-friendly nature. With TCL TV connected to an internet connection and a reliable IPTV provider subscription, you can stream thousands of live TV channels, movies, TV shows, and other content on your big screen.
Most IPTV apps work flawlessly on all TCL Android TV, Google TV, and Fire TV. However, there is no direct compatibility for IPTV apps on TCL Roku TV. There are several IPTV provider apps in the market and they can be downloaded from the TV’s official app stores. Look at our user guide to learn how to download and activate IPTV apps on your TCL TV.
How to Download and Activate IPTV on TCL TV
With so many IPTV apps available to choose from, it is completely up to you to decide which one to get. If you are confused about the options available, have a look at our list of IPTV apps and their supports given below. We have, however, used Smart IPTV as a reference point to download and activate the IPTV app on TCL TV.
Download Smart IPTV on TCL Android TV
Before we start with the downloading process, ensure you have a valid and active Smart IPTV subscription. If you do not have one, you can get them on Smart IPTV’s official website. After getting a subscription, connect the TCL TV to a stable Wi-Fi and follow the below steps to download the Smart IPTV.
1. Turn on your TCL Android TV to open the Google Play Store.
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2. Select the Search icon and type Smart IPTV in the space given for typing.
3. Select and open the Smart IPTV app from the search results shown.
4. Click Install on the app page to download the Smart IPTV app.
Once installed, you can start using the IPTV app on your TV.
Download Smart IPTV on TCL Google TV
Google TV comes with an in-built Play Store. The IPTV app can be downloaded directly from there on your TCL Google TV.
1. Turn on your TCL Google TV and navigate to the Apps tab found at the top of your home screen.
2. Click the Search for apps option to open the search box.
3. Type Smart IPTV in the allotted space and select the app from the results shown.
4. When the app info page is displayed, click Install to start downloading.
Once the app is installed on your TV, you can access the IPTV app on your TCL Google TV.
Sideload Smart IPTV on TCL Fire TV
TCL Fire TV has removed the Smart IPTV app from the Amazon App Store. But you can still get the app on Fire TV with the use of a third-party sideloading app like the Downloader.
1. Turn on your TCL Fire TV and go to Settings.
2. Select the My Fire TV option on the Settings.
3. Click on the Developer Options and select Install unknown apps.
4. Turn on the Downloader given.
5. Open the Downloader app and enter apk.siptv.app on the URL space.
6. Press GO and select Install to download the Smart IPTV app.
How to Activate Smart IPTV on TCL TV
Once you have installed the Smart IPTV app on your TCL Android TV, Google TV, or Fire TV, you must activate it to start using the app. Here is how to activate the app on your TCL TV,
1. On your TCL Smart TV, open the Smart IPTV app.
2. The screen will automatically display a MAC address. Ensure to copy or note it down.
3. Open the Smart IPTV activation website siptv.app/mylist/ and type in the Mac address from the app along with the M3U URL and EPG Guide.
4. An I’m not a robot check box will be displayed. Check the box to proceed further.
5. Tap the Send button to activate and wait till the 1 URL added! Restart the App pop-up message is displayed to refresh the Smart IPTV app.
Once the app has been refreshed, you can continue watching the content without interruptions. That’s all it takes to stream Smart IPTV on your TCL Android TV, Google TV, and Fire TV.
How to Screen Mirror Smart IPTV on TCL Roku TV
Unlike the other TCL TVs, the Roku TV does not support any kind of IPTV. They are not available on the Roku Channel. However, you can watch IPTV content on your Roku TV using the Screen Mirroring feature.
Before we start with the Screen Mirroring process, enable Screen Mirroring on your Roku TV. Take your TV remote and press the Home button → Settings → Screen Mirroring → Enable Screen Mirroring.
1. Download the Smart IPTV application on your Android device from the Play Store or your iPhone from the App Store.
2. If you use an Android phone, go to the Notification panel, click the Cast icon, and select your TCL Roku TV.
3. If you are using an iPhone, go to your Control Centre, click on the Screen Mirroring icon, and select your TCL Roku TV.
4. When your phone’s screen is mirrored on your TCL Roku TV, open the Smart IPTV app and enter the M3U URL provided by your IPTV Provider.
You can now stream anything you wish to watch on your Roku TV directly from your phone.
List of Best IPTV Players
We have added some of the best IPTV players available, along with information on supported formats and the cost, in the table below for your reference.
IPTV Player | Format | Cost |
---|---|---|
TiviMate IPTV | M3U URL and Xtreme Codes API | Free |
IPTV Smarters | M3U URL | Free |
Flix IPTV | M3U URL | $7.99 (One-time payment) |
Perfect Player IPTV | M3U URL, XC URL, and XSPF URL | Free |
IPTV Pro | M3U URL and XSPF | $2.99/month |
SS IPTV | M3U URL | Free |
Lazy IPTV | M3U URL | Free |
OttPlayer | M3U URL, XML, and XSPF | Free |
How to Fix Smart IPTV Not Working on TCL Smart TV
If your Smart IPTV app is not working on your TCL Smart TV or keeps buffering or freezing regularly, try these troubleshooting methods to rectify them. They will be effective even for problems such as a crashing app or a black screen.
- Poor Internet Connection: Ensure your TCL TV is connected to a stable Wi-Fi for uninterrupted streaming.
- Use a VPN: The Smart IPTV has geo-restrictions. You can use a reliable VPN to bypass the geo-restrictions.
- Software Update: Update your TCL TV and the Smart IPTV firmware to the latest software version.
- Glitches and Bugs: Uninstall and reinstall the Smart IPTV app on your TCL TV to eliminate bugs and glitches. If the problem persists, reboot your TCL Smart TV.
FAQ
Yes. You can download and install various IPTV player apps on your Google TV and Android TV from the Google Play Store to watch live TV. Only selective IPTV players are available on the Fire TV’s Amazon app store to watch live TV.
You cannot download IPTV apps on TCL Roku TV but can stream them using the Screen Mirroring method from Android smartphones or iPhones.
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