How to Stream with DelFeo Radio/TV Player — Tips & Troubleshooting

DelFeo Radio/TV Player: The Ultimate Guide to Features and SetupDelFeo Radio/TV Player is a versatile media application designed for streaming radio stations and TV channels, recording live broadcasts, and managing playlists. This guide walks you through its core features, system requirements, installation, initial setup, advanced configuration, troubleshooting, and tips to get the most out of the player.

What is DelFeo Radio/TV Player?

DelFeo Radio/TV Player is a desktop application (Windows and macOS) that consolidates internet radio, IPTV streams, and local media playback in one interface. It targets users who want a lightweight, customizable player with recording and scheduling capabilities.

Key Features

Internet radio and IPTV: Access thousands of radio stations and TV channels via URLs, playlists (M3U/M3U8), and directory services.
Recording: Record live radio or TV streams to MP3, AAC, or other formats with options for scheduled recordings.
Playlist management: Create, import, and export playlists (M3U/M3U8, PLS).
EPG support: Electronic Program Guide integration for IPTV channels that supply EPG data (XMLTV format).
Transcoding: Convert recorded streams to different audio/video codecs.
Search and tune: Search stations by genre, country, or name; tune to different stream qualities.
Equalizer and audio effects: Built-in equalizer, volume normalization, and basic audio effects.
Plugin architecture: Extend functionality with plugins (e.g., metadata providers, additional codecs).
Lightweight & low CPU usage: Designed to run well on low-power systems.

System Requirements

Windows 10 or later / macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later
2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
100 MB free disk for application; additional space for recordings
Internet connection for streaming and EPG updates
Optional: hardware acceleration (GPU) for smoother video playback

Installation

Download the installer from the official DelFeo website or trusted distributor.
Windows: run the .exe, follow the installer (allow permissions for codecs if prompted). macOS: open the .dmg, drag the app to Applications.
Launch DelFeo Radio/TV Player. On first run, allow network access if your OS asks.

Initial Setup

Language & Appearance: Choose interface language and theme (light/dark).
Media Library: Point the player to folders containing local audio/video. It will scan and index files.
Station Lists: Import prefabricated M3U or PLS lists, or add stations manually via stream URL.
Audio Output: Select default audio device (system, HDMI, or external soundcard). Enable volume normalization if desired.
Update Check: Enable automatic update checks for the player and plugin repository.

Adding Radio Stations and TV Channels

Manual add: Click “Add Station/Channel”, enter a name, stream URL, optionally set codec and bitrate.
Import playlist: File → Import → choose M3U/M3U8/PLS. The player will parse and add entries.
Directory services: Use built-in directories to browse by country/genre and add favorites.
Channel groups: Organize channels into groups (News, Sports, Music) for quick access.

Recording Streams

Start manual recording: While a stream plays, click the record button. Choose format (MP3/AAC/MP4) and destination folder.
Scheduled recording: Use the scheduler to record specific programs by channel and time. If EPG is available, schedule by program name.
Auto-splitting: Optionally auto-split recordings by duration or silence detection.
Metadata & filenames: Use variables (channel, date, time, title) to create organized filenames.

Using EPG (Electronic Program Guide)

Import EPG: Load XMLTV files or subscribe to EPG URLs in player settings.
Mapping channels: Map EPG channel IDs to your playlist channels so program titles and times display correctly.
Recording by program: When EPG is mapped, schedule recordings directly from the program entry.

Audio & Video Settings

Equalizer: Presets (Rock, Jazz, Classical) and a custom 10-band EQ.
Crossfade & gapless playback: Enable crossfade length for smoother transitions between tracks.
Video scaling & hardware acceleration: Choose scaling method and enable GPU acceleration if available.
Subtitles & audio tracks: Select alternate audio tracks or subtitle files when supported by the stream.

Plugins & Extensions

Plugin manager: Browse and install plugins from the repository.
Common plugins: Metadata fetchers (cover art, track info), additional codec packs, cloud sync (Dropbox/Google Drive) for playlists and recordings.
Developer mode: Create custom plugins using the DelFeo SDK (JavaScript/TypeScript). Example plugin types: automatic recorder, notification sender, stream analyzer.

Keyboard Shortcuts & Remote Control

Common shortcuts: Space = Play/Pause, R = Record, Ctrl+L = Open playlist, Ctrl+F = Search.
Mobile remote: Pair DelFeo with the mobile remote app (same Wi‑Fi) to control playback, browse channels, and start recordings.

Backup & Sync

Export settings: Save player configuration, playlists, and EPG mappings to a single backup file.
Cloud sync: Link a cloud account to sync favorites and schedules across devices (requires plugin).

Troubleshooting

No audio/video: Check system audio device, try different stream quality, disable hardware acceleration.
Stream not opening: Verify stream URL in browser or VLC; some streams require specific headers or cookies.
Recording errors: Ensure destination folder has write permissions and sufficient space.
EPG mismatch: Re-map channel IDs or update XMLTV source.

Security & Privacy

Use HTTPS/secure streams where possible.
If prompted for credentials (paywalled streams), store them securely in the player’s encrypted vault.
Be mindful of copyright when recording streams; follow local laws.

Tips & Best Practices

Keep a small curated playlist of favorites for faster access.
Schedule overnight recordings when bandwidth is lowest.
Use metadata plugins to keep recordings tagged for easier library management.
Regularly back up playlists and settings before updating the app.

Example Workflow: Setting Up a Weekly Talk Show Recording

Import the IPTV playlist and load EPG XMLTV file.
Map the show’s channel in EPG.
In Scheduler, add a recurring weekly recording for that program name with 5 minutes padding before/after.
Set output to MP3 and enable auto-splitting by silence to separate segments.
Link cloud sync plugin to back up recordings automatically.

Alternatives & When to Use Them

Feature need	Use DelFeo if…	Consider alternatives if…
Lightweight playback	you want low CPU usage and quick startup	you need enterprise-grade scalability
Recording + scheduling	you frequently record live radio/TV	you require advanced broadcast-grade encoding
Plugin extensibility	you like customizing with plugins	you prefer a closed-off polished ecosystem

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