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Guide data problems, XMLTV and playlist matching, time-offset fixes, and TiviMate EPG recovery paths.
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If the electronic program guide (EPG) in your TiviMate app shows the wrong time for TV programs, it means the EPG time offset is set incorrectly.
If you notice that channel logos are missing in your TiviMate app, the first step is to check whether your playlist supports logos and if TiviMate has loaded them correctly.
If the program guide in your TiviMate app shows TV schedules that don't match your local time—like shows starting too early or too late—then your Electronic Program Guide (EPG) time offset is incorrect.
If you notice that channel logos are missing in your TiviMate IPTV app, the issue usually stems from how your playlist or Electronic Program Guide (EPG) handles logo metadata.
When your program guide on TiviMate shows wrong times—for instance, programs starting hours earlier or later than they actually air—it's often due to an incorrect EPG (Electronic Program Guide) time offset setting.
When the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) times in your TiviMate IPTV player don’t align with actual broadcasts, the program schedule appears offset — showing start times earlier or later than they actually occur.
If the program guide (EPG) in your TiviMate app shows incorrect times—programs starting earlier or later than the actual broadcast—the cause is usually an inaccurate EPG time offset.
If your TiviMate app is failing to load or update the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) despite using a known EPG source URL, this article addresses the reasons behind this issue and practical steps to resolve it.
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When choosing an IPTV setup, understanding how your playlist format handles Electronic Program Guide (EPG) data and content updates is crucial.