Setting Up XCIPTV on Android
💎 Features & Capabilities
Core Features:
- Comprehensive playlist management
- Advanced EPG integration
- Multi-screen support
- Multiple concurrent connections
- External player support
- Catch-up TV support
- Recording capability
- Premium quality support
- Custom playlist organization
- Advanced search features
- Channel favorites
- Parental controls
- Ad-free experience
Additional Information
XCIPTV is completely free to use and includes all features without any premium upgrades or in-app purchases required.
📱 System Requirements
📱 Compatible Devices
- Android Phones (Android 5.0 or later)
- Android Tablets
- Android TV devices
- Amazon Fire TV Stick
- NVIDIA Shield TV
- Mi Box/Mi TV Stick
- Android Smart TVs
💻 Hardware Requirements
- RAM: 1.5GB minimum recommended
- Storage: At least 30MB free space
- Processor: 1.2GHz or higher
- GPU: Basic 3D acceleration
- Screen Resolution: 720p minimum
- Internet: Stable connection required
- Bluetooth (optional, for remotes)
⚙️ Software Requirements
- Android OS: 5.0 or later
- Google Play Services
- Google Play Store access
- Background data enabled
- Video hardware acceleration
- DRM support (optional)
🔑 Subscription Requirements
- Active IPTV subscription
- M3U URL or Xtream Codes login
- EPG URL (optional)
- VPN (recommended)
📥 Installation Process
Step 1: Download the App
- Open the Google Play Store on your Android device
- Search for "XCIPTV Player"
- Tap [INSTALL] to download and install
- Authenticate if required
Play Store Link
You can also click here to download XCIPTV Player directly.
Step 2: Initial Setup
- Launch XCIPTV Player.
🔌 Adding Your IPTV Subscription
Method: Xtream Codes API (Recommended)
tip
This method is preferred as it includes Catch-up feature and automatic EPG loading.
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Enter Credentials
- URL: Your server URL
- Username: Your IPTV username
- Password: Your IPTV password
- Click: "SIGN IN"
- Grant the necessary permissions. If not accepted, access to the app will be denied.
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Access Content
- Click "Live TV"
- Select your preferred category
- Choose a channel to watch
🔍 Troubleshooting
⚡ Common Issues and Solutions
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Connection Failed
- Check your internet connection stability
- Verify your playlist URL and XC credentials are correct
- Try using a VPN if your provider recommends it
- Check if your provider's server is operational
- Try both portal and playlist modes
- Check for app updates
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Playback Issues
- Test your internet speed (minimum 10Mbps recommended)
- Switch between internal/external players
- Adjust buffer size in XCIPTV settings
- Clear app cache and data
- Try different video quality options
- Check audio track selection
- Verify device compatibility with codecs
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EPG Problems
- Verify EPG URL is working
- Force EPG update in settings
- Check timezone settings
- Clear EPG cache
- Allow time for EPG to load completely
- Try alternative EPG source if available
- Check EPG compatibility with playlist
🛡️ Security Tips
- Only download XCIPTV from official sources
- Keep your login credentials private
- Use a VPN if recommended by your provider
- Keep XCIPTV app updated
- Enable available security features
- Don't share your playlist URLs
- Use PIN protection if available
- Log out from shared devices
- Clear data before uninstalling
- Use secure WiFi connections