Android TV / Box Guide
How to Install IPTV on Android TV
Set up IPTV on Android TV, Google TV, Chromecast, Nvidia Shield and Android boxes with Downloader and V12Mate. Step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Google Ecosystem
Android TV/Box Setup
Compatible devices: Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Nvidia Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, Mi Box, and most Android TV boxes
Setup Time
Quick Setup - 3-5 minutes
Using our custom V12Mate Player for easy setup
Using Downloader App
The easiest way to install V12Mate on your Android TV device.
Search for Downloader in the Play Store and tap Install
Open Google Play Store on your Android TV and search for "Downloader" app
Press Allow when prompted
Grant necessary permissions for the Downloader app to function properly
Click OK to confirm and proceed
Confirm the installation and setup process
Downloader is ready — now install V12Mate
Launch the Downloader app to begin installing V12Mate
Enter the Downloader code for V12Mate: 2494311 → press GO
Type the code exactly as shown and press GO to download V12Mate
Accept Privacy Policy → Install → confirm Install again if asked
Accept the privacy policy and proceed with installation
Press Install → wait until installed
Complete the installation process and wait for it to finish
When complete, press OPEN
Launch V12Mate for the first time
Very Important: If you already have TiviMate installed, please uninstall it first — otherwise V12Mate will not install.
Press Add playlist
Start the setup process by adding your IPTV playlist
Press V12MATE
Select the V12MATE option for automatic configuration. If you only see "Cancel", click it to fix it.
Enter your Credentials - (No server URL is needed since it's our player.)
Input your username and password - no server URL required for V12Mate
Press Next, Make sure to keep VOD and TV channels selected
Ensure both live TV and video-on-demand options are enabled
Wait for it to process, (about 1 minute)
Allow the app to configure your IPTV settings
Press Done, wait few seconds. You're ready to watch!
Setup complete! Start enjoying your IPTV service on Android TV
Troubleshooting Login Issues: If no channels load and the content count does not appear, your login details are incorrect. Go to Settings → Playlists → V12Mate → Xtream Codes Parameters and verify your username, password, and capital letters.
EPG Information: The program guide loads in the background. Give it some time, then view it in Settings → EPG.
Security Settings Note: Go to Settings → Security & Restrictions, select the app, and enable Allow unknown apps when installing outside the Play Store.
Google Play Store (If V12Mate doesn't work)
Alternative setup using TiviMate from Google Play Store.
Very Important
VOD on TiviMate only works with their Premium. Our service (trial & subscription) already has VOD built in using V12Mate.
Open Google Play Store on your Android TV
Access the Play Store from your Android TV home screen
Search for TiviMate IPTV Player and click Install
Find and install the official TiviMate application
Open TiviMate, select Add Playlist, choose Xtream Codes
Launch TiviMate and configure it for Xtream Codes authentication
Enter your IPTV NOW credentials (Server URL, Username, Password)
Input your complete IPTV credentials to connect to the service
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