How to Upload IPTV Playlist on STB (Set-Top Box) – 2025 Guide

If you’re using a Set-Top Box (STB) like MAG, Formuler, or Android-based IPTV boxes, uploading an IPTV playlist (M3U or portal URL) allows you to stream thousands of live TV channels and VOD content on your television with ease.

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you how to upload IPTV playlist on STB, including both M3U link and portal URL methods — no advanced tech knowledge needed.

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📦 What You’ll Need

Before we begin, make sure you have:

• ✅ A compatible STB device (MAG, Formuler, Dreamlink, etc.)
• ✅ An active IPTV playlist (M3U URL or portal link)
• ✅ A reliable internet connection
• ✅ A remote control (and optionally, a USB keyboard)

💡 Recommended source: Use free, quality playlists from IPTV-Playlist.org — offering 31,000+ live TV channels and 200,000+ VODs.

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🔧 Method 1: Upload M3U Playlist via STB Media Player (Android Boxes)

This applies to Android-based STBs like Formuler Z, BuzzTV, X96, etc.

Step-by-Step:

1. Install an IPTV Player App
   • Go to the Google Play Store
   • Download a player like TiviMate, Smart IPTV, or IPTV Smarters
2. Open the App and Select M3U Playlist Method
   • Choose “Login with M3U URL”
   • Enter your playlist name (anything you like)
   • Paste your M3U playlist URL (from your IPTV provider)
3. Confirm and Load Channels
   • Click Add Playlist
   • Wait a few seconds while channels load
   • Enjoy streaming!

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🌐 Method 2: Upload IPTV Portal on MAG Boxes (e.g., MAG 250/254/322)

If you’re using an Infomir MAG box, follow this method:

Step-by-Step:

1. Turn On Your MAG Device
2. Go to Settings > System Settings > Servers > Portals
3. Enter Portal Name & Portal URL
   • Portal Name: e.g., IPTVService
   • Portal URL: Paste the link provided by your IPTV provider (or use one from IPTV-Playlist.org)
4. Save and Reboot
   • Press the Exit button
   • Restart the device
   • The playlist will load automatically

✅ Most MAG boxes auto-refresh the portal when restarted.

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🧰 Method 3: STB Emulator App (Android)

No MAG box? No problem. You can use STB Emulator on Android STBs to simulate a MAG device.

How to Use:

1. Install STB Emulator from Google Play
2. Go to Settings > Profiles > New Profile
3. Set the profile name and MAC address
4. Add your portal URL under Portal Settings
5. Exit settings and reload the app

⚠️ Be sure to use the MAC address format starting with 00:1A:79:...