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IPTV Channels Take a Long Time to Change

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Speed up slow channel changes on IPTV: settings, device memory, and shortening your channel list.

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See all 6 steps 1Know what is normal2Use favourites3Hide unused groups4Check your buffer setting5Use a cable6Restart once a week
A few seconds per channel is normal on many systems, because IPTV has to connect each time. If it takes much longer, try these steps.
1

Know what is normal

Cable changes almost instantly. IPTV usually takes a few seconds. Faster devices change channels more quickly.
2

Use favourites

Go straight to the channels you want, instead of stepping through them one by one.
3

Hide unused groups

Hide the groups you never watch, using the app’s settings. A shorter list runs faster on small devices.
4

Check your buffer setting

Buffer means how much video is stored ahead. A larger setting may reduce freezing, but it makes channel changes slower. Try a medium setting.
5

Use a cable

A wired connection often speeds things up, and it reduces freezing as well.
6

Restart once a week

Small devices benefit from a regular restart. Unplug yours for one minute each week.

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