Do you frequently miss your favorite shows and programs broadcasted on different channels by your IPTV provider? With the right IPTV Player, you can ensure you never miss out on your favorite live TV content.
Many IPTV Players come equipped with recording features that allow you to capture live broadcasts and watch them at your convenience.
This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to record a channel using an IPTV Player.
Recording IPTV on Android and Apple Devices
Several IPTV Players, such as IPTV Smarters Pro and TiviMate IPTV, enable users to record and stream IPTV content on a variety of devices, including Android devices (phones, tablets, smart TVs), Firestick, Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV), and other streaming devices like Nvidia Shield and Mi Box.
While these IPTV Players are widely available across device app stores, on certain Android-powered devices such as Firestick, you may need to sideload the app for installation.
Note: The recording process may differ slightly depending on the IPTV Player in use. While we have selected IPTV Smarters Pro and TiviMate IPTV as examples for this guide, the steps can generally be adapted to other IPTV Players.
Steps to Record IPTV:
1. After adding the IPTV playlist to the IPTV Player, navigate to the Live TV section.
2. Choose a channel category and highlight the channel you wish to record in the channel guide.
3. Press and hold the OK or Menu button on your remote to access the menu, then select the Record option to start recording.
4. For some players, you may need to set parameters such as recording duration, days, and file name before beginning the recording.
5. Once the recording is complete or you wish to stop it, access the menu and select Stop Recording.
6. Navigate to the Live TV section on the home screen and select Recordings to view your recorded content.
Note: Most Android phones and iPhones come with a built-in screen recording feature. This can be used to record IPTV content by starting the screen recording on your phone and then playing the desired channel in your IPTV Player. The content will be captured directly to your device.
Recording IPTV on Windows PC or Mac Using VLC Media Player
1. Open VLC Media Player on your Windows PC or Mac and select the Media option in the menu bar.
2. Choose Open Network Stream and navigate to the Network tab.
3. Enter the M3U URL in the input box and click Play to upload the playlist.
4. Select a channel from the playlist to start streaming.
5. Right-click on the VLC screen and select Record to begin recording. To stop recording, close VLC Media Player.
6. Navigate to the Videos section on your PC or Mac to access your recorded content.
Alternative Method: Using Screen Recorder Apps
In addition to IPTV Players, screen recording apps provide an easy way to capture whatever is displayed on your device.
This method is widely used and is supported by official app stores such as Google Play Store, App Store, and Amazon Appstore, making it accessible for users across different devices.
However, storing recordings directly on your TV’s internal storage is not advisable due to limited space; it is recommended to use a USB drive for storing recordings on smart TVs.
FAQ
Which IPTV Player is best for recording channels?
TiviMate IPTV Player is considered one of the best IPTV Players for recording channels. It offers an intuitive and straightforward process for recording and accessing your saved content.
