How to Switch IPTV Decoders on the XtrixTV App

As a professional IPTV user, experiencing buffering, freezing, or unsynchronized audio and video while using XtrixTV IPTV can be frustrating. Fortunately, switching the IPTV decoder on the XtrixTV App can significantly improve your streaming experience.

The app offers five different decoding modes:

1. Software decoder,
2. Hardware decoder,
3. VLC HW decoder,
4. Sync decoder,
5. And ExoPlayer decoder.

This guide will show you how to switch decoders and optimize your IPTV viewing.

Why Switch IPTV Decoders?

Different decoders process the IPTV stream in various ways, and switching between them can help resolve technical issues such as:

• Buffering and freezing.
• Audio and video synchronization problems.
• General playback issues.

By selecting the appropriate decoder, you can enhance your streaming experience and enjoy uninterrupted viewing.

Steps to Switch the IPTV Decoder on XtrixTV App

1. Open the XtrixTV App:
   • Launch the XtrixTV App on your device.
2. Access Settings:
   • Navigate to the Settings option on the main interface.
3. Select Decoder Mode:
   • Scroll down to the Decoder mode option.
   • Press the right arrow on your remote control to cycle through the available decoders: software decoder, hardware decoder, VLC HW decoder, sync decoder, and ExoPlayer decoder.
4. Choose the Appropriate Decoder:
   • Sync Decoder: If you experience audio and video synchronization issues, switch to the Sync decoder.
   • Software or Hardware Decoder: If you encounter buffering or freezing issues, try switching to either the software or hardware decoder.
5. Apply Changes:
   • Wait for two seconds and click OK when the prompt appears.
   • The app will now switch to the selected decoder mode.
6. Verify the Fix:
   • Check the problematic channel or content to see if the issue has been resolved.

Example: Switching to the Sync Decoder

If you’re facing unsynchronized audio and video, follow these steps to switch to the Sync decoder:

1. Open the XtrixTV App and go to Settings.
2. Scroll to Decoder mode.
3. Use the right arrow to select Sync decoder.
4. Wait for two seconds, then click OK when prompted.
5. Check if the audio and video synchronization issue is resolved.

Example: Fixing Channel Buffering Issues

To fix buffering or freezing on specific channels:

1. Open the XtrixTV App and go to Settings.
2. Scroll to Decoder mode.
3. Switch to either the software or hardware decoder.
4. Wait for two seconds, then click OK when prompted.
5. Verify if the buffering or freezing issue is fixed.

By following these steps, you can quickly switch IPTV decoders on the XtrixTV App and resolve various playback issues, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable IPTV experience.