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TiviMate No Sound? Fix Audio Not Working on Firestick and Android TV

July 6, 2026Updated July 6, 2026

TiviMate No Sound? Fix Audio Not Working

TiviMate no sound is a common issue that usually has a quick fix. Whether you have audio but no video, sound stopped working on one channel, or audio is completely missing across all channels, this guide covers every TiviMate audio fix for Firestick, Android TV, and NVIDIA Shield.

Quick Fix: Toggle the Video Decoder

The single most effective fix for TiviMate no sound is switching the video decoder. Open TiviMate, go to Settings > Playback > Video Decoder, and toggle between Hardware (HW) and Software (SW). If you were on HW, switch to SW and vice versa. This resolves most audio issues because some audio formats (EAC3, AC3, AAC) only work with one decoder type.

TiviMate No Sound on Firestick

Firestick TiviMate audio issues almost always come from a decoder mismatch. Start by switching between HW and SW decoder as described above. If audio still does not work:

  • Check the audio track: While watching a channel, press OK on your remote and select Audio Track. Try different tracks if multiple are listed.
  • Adjust Firestick audio settings: Go to Settings > Display & Sounds > Audio > Dolby Digital Output and set to Dolby Digital Plus or PCM.
  • Try an external player: In TiviMate Settings > Playback > External Player, select MX Player or VLC. These players handle more audio codecs.
  • Restart the Firestick: Unplug from power for 30 seconds and reconnect.

TiviMate No Sound on Android TV

Android TV sound issues in TiviMate are usually caused by decoder settings or TV audio output configuration:

  • Switch decoder in TiviMate Settings > Playback > Video Decoder.
  • Check your TV audio output: In Android TV Settings > Device Preferences > Sound, set speaker type and digital audio format. Try PCM if passthrough is not working.
  • If using a soundbar or AV receiver, connect the streaming device directly to the TV to isolate the issue. If sound works directly, the problem is with the audio system.
  • Check the HDMI port: Some TV HDMI ports have different audio capabilities. Try a different HDMI port on your TV.

TiviMate Audio Out of Sync (Lip Sync)

If audio plays but is out of sync with video, TiviMate has a built-in audio delay adjustment. While watching a channel, press OK on your remote to open playback options. Look for Audio Delay and adjust the slider until audio matches video. Start with small adjustments (50-100ms) and test until the sync is correct.

If the delay affects all channels, switch the video decoder between HW and SW. One decoder type usually has better sync than the other depending on your device.

TiviMate No Sound on Specific Channels

If only specific channels have no sound while others work fine, the issue is with the channel audio stream, not TiviMate. Try these channel-specific fixes:

  • Check the audio track — the channel may have multiple tracks, and the default may be silent.
  • Switch video decoder for that specific channel.
  • Use an external player (VLC or MX Player) which handles more audio formats.
  • Report the silent channel to your IPTV provider — it may be a source issue on their end.

TiviMate Audio Codec Support

TiviMate supports common audio codecs including AAC, MP3, AC3, EAC3 (Dolby Digital Plus), and DTS. Compatibility depends on both the decoder setting and your device hardware. The Software decoder supports more formats than Hardware decoder on most Firestick and Android TV devices. If a channel has no sound, the stream may use an unsupported codec — use an external player as a workaround.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is there no sound on TiviMate?

No sound in TiviMate is usually a decoder mismatch. Switch between Hardware and Software decoder in Settings > Playback > Video Decoder. Also check the audio track selection while watching a channel.

Does switching decoder fix TiviMate no sound?

Yes, toggling between HW and SW decoder resolves most TiviMate audio issues. Some audio formats only work with one decoder type. The Software decoder supports more codecs on Firestick and Android TV.

Why does TiviMate have sound on one channel but not another?

Different channels use different audio codecs. If a channel uses a codec your decoder setting does not support, it will have no sound. Switch decoder or use an external player like VLC.

Can an external player fix TiviMate no sound?

Yes, enabling an external player (VLC or MX Player) in TiviMate Settings bypasses TiviMate built-in playback. External players support more audio codecs and can fix persistent no-sound issues.

Does HDMI affect TiviMate audio?

Yes, some TV HDMI ports have different audio capabilities. Try switching to a different HDMI port. Also check your TV audio settings for HDMI audio format options (PCM vs Bitstream).