Set Up an M3U Playlist and EPG: Match Channels to Guide Data
Learn how a playlist and electronic program guide differ, how to add each source, and what to check when guide data is missing.
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Playlists and program guides
An M3U playlist lists channels, and an EPG adds the program guide. Learn how to add both and match channels to guide data.
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