Setup Guide
Installation
Guide
Get ChannelRoots up and running on any device in under 5 minutes. Pick your device below and follow the step-by-step guide.
Fire TV Stick
Android
Apple (iPhone / iPad / Apple TV)
PC / Mac
MAG Box
Amazon Fire TV Stick
Works on Fire Stick, Fire TV Cube, Fire TV Edition
IPTV Smarters Pro
IBO Player
1
Enable Unknown Sources
Go to
Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options → turn on Apps from Unknown Sources and Install Unknown Apps.2
Install the Downloader App
Go to the search bar on your Firestick, type
Downloader and install it from the Amazon App Store. It's free.3
Download IPTV Smarters Pro
Open Downloader, enter code
59481 or the URL https://www.iptvsmarters.com/smarters.apk and click Go. Wait for the download to finish.4
Install the APK
Once downloaded, click
Install → then Done. You can delete the APK file when prompted to free up space.5
Add Your Subscription
Open IPTV Smarters Pro →
Add New User → select Login with Xtream Codes API → enter the server URL, username and password we sent you by email.6
Start Watching
Click
Add User — your channels, movies and series will load. You're ready to stream! Pro Tips
- Use a VPN (e.g. ExpressVPN) for better privacy and to bypass ISP blocks.
- Move the app to your home screen for faster access.
- Ensure your internet speed is at least 25 Mbps for 4K streaming.
1
Enable Unknown Sources
Go to
Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options → turn on Apps from Unknown Sources.2
Install the Downloader App
From the Firestick home screen, search for
Downloader and install it from the Amazon App Store.3
Download IBO Player APK
Open Downloader and enter the URL
https://ibodesk.com/media.apk, click Go and wait for the download.4
Install IBO Player
Once the download is complete, click
Install → Done. Launch the app from your apps list.5
Register Your Device
Note the Device ID and Device Key shown in the app. Visit the IBO Player website to register and link your subscription using those details.
Smart TV
Samsung, LG and other Android-based Smart TVs
IPTV Smarters Pro
Smart IPTV
Flix IPTV
IBO Player
Samsung & LG
1
Open your TV's App Store
Press the Smart Hub button (Samsung) or Home button (LG) on your remote to open the app store.
2
Search & Install
Search for
IPTV Smarters Pro, select it and install.3
Accept Terms
Open the app and accept the end-user licensing terms.
4
Enter Credentials
Enter the server URL, username and password from your ChannelRoots welcome email. Click
Add User.5
Start Streaming
The app will connect and load your channels. Browse live TV, movies and series.
1
Install Smart IPTV
Go to your TV's app store, search for
Smart IPTV and install it.2
Note your MAC Address
Open the app — you'll see your TV's MAC address displayed on screen. Write it down.
3
Activate via Website
On your phone or computer, visit the Smart IPTV website →
My List → enter the MAC address → upload your M3U URL or Xtream Codes.4
Restart the App
Restart Smart IPTV on your TV — your channels will now appear.
1
Install Flix IPTV
Go to your Smart TV's app store, search for
Flix IPTV and install it.2
Get Activation Code
Open the app → go to
Activation → note the code shown.3
Activate Online
Visit the Flix IPTV website on your phone/PC → enter the activation code → upload your M3U playlist URL or Xtream Codes.
4
Enjoy
Your channels will load automatically in the app. Start streaming!
1
Install IBO Player
Go to your Smart TV's app store, search for
IBO Player and install it.2
Get Device ID & Key
Open IBO Player and note down the Device ID and Device Key shown on screen.
3
Register via Website
Visit the IBO Player website on your phone/PC, register your device using the Device ID and Key, then upload your M3U URL or Xtream Codes.
4
Start Watching
Return to the app on your TV — your subscription is now linked and channels will load.
Android
Android TV, Android Box, Android Phone & Tablet
IPTV Smarters Pro
TiviMate
Perfect Player
VLC
1
Download from Play Store
Open the Google Play Store, search for
IPTV Smarters Pro and install it.2
Accept Terms
Open the app and accept the terms and conditions.
3
Add Your Subscription
Tap
Add New User → select Login with Xtream Codes API → enter your server URL, username and password from your ChannelRoots email.4
Start Watching
Tap
Add User — all your channels and VOD content will load instantly.1
Install TiviMate
Open the Google Play Store, search for
TiviMate IPTV Player and install it (available on Android TV & Box).2
Add Playlist
Open TiviMate → tap
Add Playlist → choose Xtream Codes API → enter your server URL, username and password.3
Optional: Add EPG
In settings, you can add your EPG URL to display program schedules and guide information.
4
Enjoy
Follow on-screen instructions — your channels will be organized and ready to watch.
1
Install Perfect Player
Search for
Perfect Player IPTV on Google Play Store and install.2
Open Settings
Open the app → go to
Settings → General → Playlist.3
Enter M3U URL
Enter your M3U playlist URL from your ChannelRoots welcome email. Add EPG URL if available.
4
Save & Stream
Save the settings and return to the main screen — your channels are ready.
1
Install VLC
Download
VLC Media Player from the Google Play Store and install it.2
Open Stream
Open VLC → go to the
More menu → select Stream.3
Enter M3U URL
Paste your M3U playlist URL provided in your ChannelRoots welcome email.
4
Play
Tap
Play — your channels will start loading.Apple Devices
iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
IPTV Smarters Pro
GSE Smart IPTV
IPTV Streamer Pro
1
Download from App Store
Open the App Store on your iPhone, iPad or Apple TV. Search for
IPTV Smarters Pro and install.2
Accept Terms & Add User
Open the app, accept terms → tap
Add New User → choose your login method.3
Enter Credentials
Select
Login with Xtream Codes API → enter your server URL, username and password from your ChannelRoots email.4
Start Streaming
Tap
Add User — your content will load and you can start watching.1
Install GSE Smart IPTV
Open the App Store, search for
GSE Smart IPTV and install it.2
Open Remote Playlists
In the app, tap the three-line menu (top left) → select
Remote Playlists.3
Add M3U URL
Tap the
+ button → choose Add M3U URL → paste your M3U playlist URL from your ChannelRoots email. Give it a name and tap Add.4
Start Watching
Channels will load automatically. You're all set!
1
Install IPTV Streamer Pro
Open the App Store, search for
IPTV Streamer Pro and install it.2
Go to Settings
Open the app and navigate to
Settings → Add Playlist.3
Add M3U URL
Choose
Add M3U URL → paste your M3U playlist URL from your ChannelRoots welcome email.4
Save & Stream
Save and return to the main screen — your channels are ready to watch.
PC & Mac
Windows, macOS — via VLC or any M3U player
VLC Media Player
IPTV Smarters
1
Download VLC
Go to
videolan.org and download VLC Media Player for Windows or macOS. Install it.2
Open Network Stream
Open VLC → click
Media (Windows) or File (Mac) → select Open Network Stream.3
Enter M3U URL
Paste your M3U playlist URL from your ChannelRoots welcome email into the network URL field.
4
Play
Click
Play — VLC will load the playlist and you can browse and watch all your channels. Tip
- You can also drag and drop the .m3u file directly into VLC if your provider sent you a downloadable file.
- For a better experience on PC, consider using IPTV Smarters or Kodi with the IPTV Simple Client plugin.
1
Download IPTV Smarters
Visit
iptvsmarters.com and download the Windows or Mac version. Install it.2
Add New User
Open the app →
Add New User → select Login with Xtream Codes API.3
Enter Credentials
Enter your server URL, username and password from your ChannelRoots welcome email.
4
Start Watching
Click
Add User — all channels and VOD content will load.MAG Box
MAG 254, 256, 322, 349 and other MAG devices
Portal Setup
1
Go to Settings
On your MAG Box home screen, navigate to
Settings → System Settings.2
Open Servers / Portals
Go to
Servers → Portals.3
Enter Portal URL
Enter the portal URL provided in your ChannelRoots welcome email into the Portal 1 URL field. Give it a name.
4
Save & Restart
Save the settings and restart your MAG Box. It will connect to the portal and load your channels automatically.
Note
- Your MAG Box MAC address may need to be registered — contact us if you experience any issues after setup.
- Make sure your MAG Box is connected via Ethernet for best performance.
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