IPTV on a Hisense TV: VIDAA and Google TV setup guide (2026)

Updated 30 October 2026 · 5 min read · StreamAussie team

Hisense sells a lot of TVs in Australia, but not all Hisense TVs are the same inside. Most run Hisense's own system, VIDAA, while some models run Google TV. That difference decides how you set up IPTV, so the first step is finding out which one you have.

01VIDAA or Google TV: how to check

• Look at the home screen. Google TV models show "For you", "Apps" and the Google Play Store.
• Or open Settings > Support / About and look for the operating system name.
• The box and model number also help: Hisense lists the system on its Australian product pages.

02Hisense TV IPTV setup on Google TV

1. Open the Google Play Store and install TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro.
2. Open the app and choose to add a playlist with Xtream Codes (server, username and password) or an M3U link, both in your StreamAussie welcome email.
3. Let the channels and TV guide load, then add your favourites.

03Hisense VIDAA: your options

The VIDAA app store has a small selection of apps and IPTV players come and go, so we don't recommend relying on it. The dependable option is a streaming stick:

• Fire TV Stick 4K: affordable, widely sold in Australia and works well with TiviMate. See IPTV on Firestick.
• Chromecast with Google TV / Google TV Streamer: gives you the Play Store, so setup matches the Google TV steps above.

Plug it into a spare HDMI port, set the TV input to that port and you're ready.

04Tips for Hisense TVs

• Turn on HDMI-CEC (Anynet / CEC settings) so the TV remote controls the stick.
• Use the 5 GHz Wi-Fi band or Ethernet for 4K. More in fix IPTV buffering.

05Frequently asked questions

Can I get IPTV on a Hisense VIDAA TV?

The VIDAA app store has very few IPTV players, so the most reliable option is to plug in a Fire TV Stick or Chromecast with Google TV and use TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro.

Does TiviMate work on Hisense?

Yes, on Hisense models that run Google TV, from the Google Play Store. On VIDAA models, use it on a streaming stick instead.

How do I know if my Hisense is VIDAA or Google TV?

Google TV models show the Google Play Store and a Google TV home screen. Check Settings > Support or About if you're not sure.