# OTT Navigator setup and settings

URL: https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/ott-navigator-setup/

> Set up OTT Navigator on Android TV and Fire TV: add a provider, configure the guide and catch-up, and tune it for fast switching.

OTT Navigator is a free Android player with an optional premium version. It is very configurable: layouts, guide styles, [catch-up](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/iptv-catch-up-guide/) and recording options. Some people prefer it to TiviMate; others find it busy.

## Add your provider

- Install from Google Play (or via Downloader on Fire TV).
- Open **Settings, Provider, Add provider**.
- Choose **[Xtream Codes](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/xtream-codes-login-explained/)**, then enter the server, username and password from Viking IPTV.
- Save. The app builds the channel list and guide.

## Settings worth changing

Setting | Suggestion | 
Interface theme | [TV guide](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/epg-tv-guide-explained/) layout for remote use | 
Playback, Decoder | Hardware; switch to software if a channel shows artefacts | 
EPG, Days | 3 for sticks, 7 on strong boxes | 
Auto-start | On if it is your main app | 

## OTT Navigator vs TiviMate

TiviMate is simpler and more polished; OTT Navigator offers more options free. If you enjoy adjusting settings, OTT Navigator is excellent. If you want "cable box" simplicity, use [TiviMate](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/tivimate-iptv-setup/).

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## Questions and answers

**Is OTT Navigator free?**

Yes, with an optional premium upgrade.

**Does OTT Navigator work on Firestick?**

Yes, installed through Downloader or the Appstore where available.

**Is OTT Navigator better than TiviMate?**

It has more free options; TiviMate is simpler and more polished.

## More players & apps guides

- [TiviMate setup guide](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/tivimate-iptv-setup/)
- [IPTV Smarters Pro: setup on every device](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/iptv-smarters-pro-guide/)
- [IBO Player setup guide](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/ibo-player-setup-guide/)
- [Smart IPTV (SIPTV): how to upload your playlist](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/smart-iptv-siptv-guide/)
- [GSE Smart IPTV setup](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/gse-smart-iptv-guide/)

[All Players & Apps guides](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/iptv-guides/apps/) · [Every IPTV guide](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/iptv-guides/)

## Sources and official links

- [TiviMate (official site)](https://tivimate.com/)
- [TiviMate on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ar.tvplayer.tv)
- [Downloader app by AFTVnews](https://www.aftvnews.com/downloader/)
- [Amazon Fire TV help](https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GT7SEJC9WHMFWPPV)

**Viking IPTV Editorial Team**

We open every provider site on our list, record what it offers and re-check the whole list regularly. [Our methodology and disclosure](https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/about/).