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Apollo Group TV EPG & M3U Setup

May 28, 2026·6 min read·Apollo Group IPTV

If your player app is asking for an EPG or M3U URL, here's exactly what those are and where to find yours.

Quick Answer

Your M3U URL and EPG link are both included in your Apollo Group TV welcome email. Paste them into your player app's "Add Playlist" (M3U URL) and EPG settings, and your channels and programme guide will load automatically.

Two Ways to Add Your Playlist

Xtream Codes API

Enter your server URL, username and password separately — used by TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro.

M3U URL

One single link containing your whole playlist — used by Smart IPTV and as a fallback in VLC.

Setting Up Your EPG

Most player apps automatically load the EPG once your playlist is connected — in TiviMate, this happens during initial setup. If your app has a separate EPG URL field, paste the EPG link from your welcome email there directly.

Using These in TiviMate

Open TiviMate → Add Playlist → Xtream Codes API → enter your server URL, username and password. The EPG loads automatically as part of this process. For Samsung and LG TVs using Smart IPTV, see the Smart TV setup guide, which uses the M3U method with your TV's MAC address instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an M3U URL?

It's a single link containing your entire channel playlist. Some player apps use this instead of separate username/password (Xtream Codes) login.

What is an EPG and why does it matter?

The Electronic Programme Guide shows what's currently airing and what's coming up on each channel — similar to a traditional cable guide. Most player apps load it automatically once your playlist is added.

Where do I find my M3U and EPG links?

Both are included in your welcome email after subscribing or requesting a trial. Contact support if you can't locate them.

My EPG isn't showing program data — what do I check?

Confirm your player app has EPG enabled in its settings, and that enough time has passed for the guide to fully load — this can take a few minutes after first adding your playlist.

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