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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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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.
Start
Know what is normal
Cable changes almost instantly. IPTV usually takes a few seconds. Faster devices change channels more quickly.
Use favourites
Go straight to the channels you want, instead of stepping through them one by one.
Hide unused groups
Hide the groups you never watch, using the app’s settings. A shorter list runs faster on small devices.
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.
Use a cable
A wired connection often speeds things up, and it reduces freezing as well.
Final step
Restart once a week
Small devices benefit from a regular restart. Unplug yours for one minute each week.
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