Watching IPTV on TV

Interactive television is an opportunity to watch a large number of channels in high quality, powerful sound and control of the air. To use this service, you will need a special set-top box or, if your TV has an IPTV function, an Internet connection. Consider how to use the service with the help of the set-top box, how to watch IPTV on a LG or Philips TV and how is the IPTV setup on the Samsung Smart TV technique?

IPTV settings on different TV models are slightly different, but the essence is the same

Connection for IPTV

First of all, connect the device with the router and the Network, connect the set-top box to the equipment using an SD or HDMI cable. What is the difference between them? When you connect a standard SD cable, you get a regular digital image. To view the program in HD mode, which is especially important for models with a large screen, you should use the HDMI input, so check whether it is provided on your device.

Turn on the set-top box and the TV, select the source of the image (AV or HDMI), fill in the account settings (the necessary data are specified in your contract with the provider). After authorization, you can use all the advantages of the set-top box menu in order to customize the broadcasting by yourself and watch your favorite TV channels from the comfort.

IPTV service on LG TVs

To watch TV channels on an interactive TV without a set-top box, a separate program was created for the LG technology - SS IPTV. But before installing it, you need to connect the TV to the Internet, and this is done as follows:

  • Connect the device's LAN ports with a network cable.
  • Enter the Smart settings and in the Network section select the "Network: Wired" tab.
  • Here you will see the DNS parameters and IP addresses, in most cases they are filled in automatically, but in some cases you need to enter them using the remote control.
  • After checking the connection, you will see data on the current connection to the network.

With the built-in Wi-Fi module, you can establish a wireless connection. To do this, follow these steps:

  • In the Smart options, select the Network section and the item on wireless network settings.
  • Determine the method of connection - the easiest way to stay at the option "Easy installation", in this case, the parameters will be set automatically.
  • In some cases, you will need to select an access point and enter a password to access it.
  • The LG TV will check the entered data and display the Internet connection mode.

Note. Another wireless connection can be made using a special adapter that connects to the USB-input on the TV.

Now we are going to install an application developed for LG, which is free for all users. You can download the installation package of the program through the device menu or using a USB drive.

To download it via TV, go to the Smart menu, open the Smart World window. Then enter the name - SS IPTV in the address bar and start the search. After installing the utility, do not forget to start it immediately.

If you want to open the application via USB-drive, then download the archive www.ss-iptv.com/files/lg_usbapp.zip, unpack it on an external drive. Connect the device to the TV, run the Smart menu, My Applications.

Here you will need to register, if you have not done it before, after which you will enter the application menu. Choose an external drive as the source, run the utility and enjoy watching your favorite TV shows.

Connecting IPTV on Philips TV

Installing IPTV on models of this brand is quite simple, you need only a few actions:

  • Connect your Philips device to a router with an access point.
  • Press the Home button on the remote, enter the configuration menu.
  • Open the tab "Mode of operation" in the network settings, in the window that appears, enter the DNS value to obtain an Internet connection.

Now all that remains to be done is to download the widget with which you will watch IPTV on a Philips TV, and its choice depends entirely on your preferences.

IPTV setup for Samsung brand models

To view digital channels on Samsung technology, you need to establish an Internet connection and a corresponding utility.

The installation of these components is as follows:

  • Connect the TV cable to the router.
  • On the remote select the Smart Hub menu, press the red A button.
  • Create your account - enter Develop in the login line, create a password and re-enter this login information.
  • Log in to the settings, stop at the Development section. After selecting it, enter the IP address - 188.168.31.14, if it does not fit, try the combination 31.128.159.40.
  • Now go to the item “Synchronization of user applications”, when the process is over, press Enter.
  • Now you have the nStreamPlayer utility, you can find it in the list among other applications.
  • Run the program, in the Playlist URL1 field enter the address www.powernet.com.ru/stream.xml.

Now watch digital TV by selecting channels from the list provided.

The installation process for IPTV is different for TVs of different brands, be it Philips, Samsung or LG, but in any case it is quite simple for the user. By connecting this affordable and convenient service, you can watch your favorite channels in high quality and without interference, control the broadcast, adjusting it as you wish.