Try the app. Understand your choice.

Get to know the main sections of the TV app.

1. Open the app on the receiver.
2. Use the arrow keys to go to Live TV, the guide or another visible section.
3. Confirm with OK; use Back to return to the previous screen.

Connect the app to your own TV service's portal.

1. Open connections or content sources in the app menu.
2. Choose a portal connection and enter the address and details required by your service.
3. Save the connection and check that the channel list loads. Do not share your login details.

Use your own playlist; an XMLTV address can supply additional guide information.

1. Open the playlists or content sources section.
2. Add the M3U URL or a supported local file. Enter an XMLTV EPG address only if supported by the app and your service.
3. Save and refresh the list. A playlist contains only content made available by your service.

Add a configuration using an FC code if supported by your service and app.

1. Open the FC code entry feature.
2. Enter the code from your own service and check the displayed configuration.
3. Confirm and check that the connection works. A code belongs to a specific configuration or service.

Enter a source more easily using the displayed web address or a QR code.

1. Open the app's option to add a source using the web or a phone.
2. Use only the address or QR code displayed on your own receiver.
3. Follow the pairing instructions, then check the new source on the receiver.

Browse channels and groups without leaving the TV app.

1. Open Live TV and press OK to view the channel list.
2. Use the arrows to move between available groups and channels.
3. Choose a channel with OK. Use Back to close the list.

View programmes by channel, time and day in the electronic TV guide.

1. Open the TV guide using GUIDE/EPG or the app menu.
2. Select a channel and browse to a time or another day.
3. Open programme information with OK. Your service must supply the guide data.

Start an earlier programme when your service offers catch-up for that channel.

1. Open the guide and go to a programme broadcast earlier.
2. Check for a catch-up icon or playback option.
3. Choose Play. Not every programme or channel has catch-up rights or an archive.

Record a programme using suitable storage and a service that allows recording.

1. Connect suitable USB storage or select a storage location supported by this app.
2. Open recording from Live TV or the guide and check the duration and storage location.
3. Start recording and check the recordings list. Watching and recording together may require extra service connections.

Schedule a recording or reminder for a programme in the guide.

1. Open the guide and select the future programme you want.
2. Choose recording, timer or reminder from the available actions.
3. Check the channel, date, times and any repeat settings in the schedule.

Reach the channels you use often more quickly.

1. Open the channel list and select a channel.
2. Open the favourites action using the displayed menu or indicated colour key.
3. Add the channel to your favourites list, then open the list to check it.

Find a channel or available title more quickly.

1. Open search in the current section or main menu.
2. Enter part of the name. Use voice or phone input only if supported by your model and version.
3. Open a result with OK and adjust the section or search term if needed.

Choose an order that suits the way you search.

1. Open the channel list, then the options or sorting menu.
2. Choose an available order, such as source order or alphabetical order.
3. Confirm and check the list. Some sources control the order themselves.

Keep the overview tidy by managing categories.

1. Open group management from the channel list or content settings.
2. Choose a group and use the displayed show, hide, refresh or edit action.
3. Return to the list and check the result. Hiding does not remove the source itself.

Restrict access using the app's parental lock or PIN options.

1. Open security or parental settings.
2. Set your own PIN and choose the profiles, channels or sections to lock.
3. Test the lock and keep your PIN safe. Support and recovery options differ by app.

Browse films made available by your own service.

1. Open Films or VOD in the app menu.
2. Choose a category, filter or search term and open a title.
3. Read the information and start playback. Available titles and access come from your own service.

Find a series and choose the season and episode you want.

1. Open Series in the app menu.
2. Select a title, then an available season and episode.
3. Open the information and choose Play. Not every source provides a separate series section.

Use the separate radio list if your source offers one.

1. Open Radio from the main menu or channel overview.
2. Select an available radio group and station.
3. Confirm with OK and adjust volume using the remote.

Adjust playback using options offered by the current stream.

1. While watching, open audio, subtitle or viewing options.
2. Choose an available audio track, subtitle or aspect ratio.
3. Confirm and check the result. An app cannot add a missing language track or subtitle to a stream.

Review app settings before changing a preference.

1. Open Settings in the app menu.
2. Select a section and note its current value before changing it.
3. Save the change and check the result. Available settings vary by firmware.

Choose an available style or list view that is easy to read.

1. Open the app's theme or display settings.
2. Review the available styles, such as Modern and Classic if shown.
3. Confirm your choice and check the home screen and lists.

Explore the companion mobile app without confusing the Android and Linux versions.

1. Check which mobile app and pairing method your receiver specifies.
2. Install official MYTVOnline+ or MyTV GO+ only if it belongs to your TV app.
3. Follow official pairing instructions. Mobile access and additional connections depend on the app and your service.