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When you switch the TV off with the remote, many modern TVs do not really switch off: they go into a light standby so they can turn on in a second. It is convenient, but it has a consequence few people know about: apps and memory stay as they were, for days on end.
What quick start is
Each brand gives it a different name (on LG TVs, for example, it is Quick Start+), but the idea is the same: instead of switching off, the TV saves its state so it can start up instantly. TV boxes with Android TV or Google TV do something similar: with the remote they only go into standby.
Why it affects IPTV
- Memory fills up with use and is not completely freed.
- An app that got stuck halfway can stay that way until you close it.
- The network connection sometimes gets “stuck” after the router drops out.
That is why, if IPTV stutters, a channel will not load or the app freezes, switching off and on with the remote often fixes nothing.
How to restart properly
- Unplug the TV or TV box for a minute and plug it back in. This is the most effective option.
- Or use the restart option in its settings, if it has one (on many Android TV and Google TV devices it is under Settings → System → Restart).
- On some TVs, holding down the power button on the remote for a few seconds also forces a restart.
Should I turn quick start off?
You can turn it off in the TV’s general settings. The TV will take a few seconds longer to turn on, but it will start up “clean” every time. If you do not mind waiting, it is worth it; if you do, unplugging it now and then is enough.
Other causes of dropouts
If it still cuts out after restarting, check the connection: we explain it in IPTV keeps buffering or freezing and in how to connect your TV to the internet.
Frequently asked questions
Does quick start use electricity?
A little more than switching off completely, although modern TVs use little power in standby.
Does unplugging the TV often damage it?
No, as long as you do it with the TV switched off with the remote. Avoid unplugging it while it is updating.
How often should I restart?
There is no fixed rule: when you notice the app is slow or cuts out for no reason, it is the first thing worth trying.
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