Why Use Xbox with Tvsmarte
Transform your gaming console into an ultra-high-definition TV receiver without plugging extra set-top boxes into your television.
The RDNA 2 graphics architecture in Xbox Series X|S decodes high-bitrate 4K HDR feeds at 60 frames per second with instant responsiveness.
Experience immersive spatialized sound with Dolby Atmos for Headphones or your home theater setup for a live stadium feel during broadcasts.
Navigate channel lists with exceptional agility using the triggers and thumbsticks of your Xbox Wireless Controller or an official Xbox Media Remote.
Installation and Setup of Xbox — Step-by-Step
Follow each detailed step below to configure your Tvsmarte streams in Xbox.
Step 1: Install Kodi from the Xbox Microsoft Store
Power on your console and open the integrated store: Launch the Microsoft Store from the Xbox dashboard. Type 'Kodi' (official open-source app) in search. Select the product page and click 'Get / Install' (100% free).
Step 2: Enable the PVR IPTV Simple Client add-on in Kodi
Launch Kodi from your Xbox apps to activate the live television module: In the Kodi home menu, select Add-ons > My add-ons > PVR Clients. Scroll down to 'PVR IPTV Simple Client' and click 'Enable'.
Step 3: Enter your Tvsmarte M3U playlist URL
Configure the connection to our high-speed servers: In PVR IPTV Simple Client settings, open the General tab. Set location to 'Remote Path (Internet address)'. Enter the full M3U URL provided with your Tvsmarte subscription. Open the EPG Settings tab and enter the provided XMLTV guide URL. Click OK, then restart Kodi to sync channels and TV guide.
Step 4: Access the TV section and start watching
Experience your new entertainment hub: Upon restarting Kodi, a new 'TV' category will appear in the main menu. Click Channels or Guide to browse your groups. Use your Xbox controller triggers to navigate comfortably through your channels.
Common Issues on Xbox and Solutions
Quick verified solutions from our team to resolve common issues on Xbox.
Screen dimming or screensaver activating during viewing
The Xbox dims display brightness after 10 to 15 minutes of controller inactivity. Solution: Press the Xbox button on your controller > Settings > Preferences > Idle options. Set dimming to 60 minutes or disable it. In Kodi interface settings, ensure the internal screensaver is also disabled.
Kodi opens slowly or hangs loading channel lists
Massive playlists containing tens of thousands of VOD items can exhaust memory in the Xbox UWP app. Solution: Log in to your Tvsmarte client area to filter your playlist and keep only desired categories. In Kodi > PVR Simple Client, check 'Cache playlist at local storage'.
Micro-judder on 50 Hz or 60 Hz sports broadcasts
Xbox video output is commonly locked to 60 Hz or 120 Hz, causing judder on European 50 Hz broadcasts. Solution: In Xbox Settings > General > TV & display options > Video modes, check 'Allow 50Hz' and 'Allow 24Hz'. In Kodi > Player > Videos, set 'Adjust display refresh rate' to 'On start / stop'.
FAQ: Xbox with Tvsmarte
Everything you need to know about using Xbox with your subscription.
No, absolutely no paid gaming subscription is needed. Internet access and downloading multimedia player apps (Kodi, MyIPTV Player) from the Microsoft Store are completely free with a standard Microsoft account.
For a lighter, faster application than Kodi, install MyIPTV Player from the Microsoft Store. It is purpose-built for the Windows and Xbox ecosystems, allowing quick credential setup and EPG integration.
Yes, all official Microsoft Xbox Media Remotes and compatible infrared remotes work directly in Kodi and MyIPTV Player to change channels and adjust volume without needing a gamepad.
Yes, your Tvsmarte subscription runs identically across Xbox One, Xbox One X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X.
