Recently, many have encountered problems using this browser. Let's look at why Forkplayer doesn't work in 2021 and the main solutions. Fork player is a special browser, fully adapted for TVs with Smart TV technology. It is used to browse websites, allows you to watch any movies online, including live broadcasts, listen to music and use popular resources. These include YouTube, Filmix, HDrezka, Moonwalk, etc.
All content is downloaded directly from the Internet, processed and converted into a specific format for viewing on TV. The quality of media depends on the site where they are posted, as well as on a stable Internet connection.
What is Smart TV DNS setup?
DNS (Domain Name Server) is the gateway to the Internet. They easily convert memorable domain names into IP addresses. Think of the contacts app on your phone that translates into real phone numbers when you call someone.
DNS settings allow you to change DNS addresses so that your device can contact a specified server instead of your ISP's local server. This is often done when you want your TV to use the Smart DNS service to access TV channel apps.
Features of the Fork player application for LG Smart TV
ForkPlayer is an application that combines software for viewing Internet pages, images, and playing various types of audio and video files, or streaming video. The user gets access to a large number of channels, and the ability to play video files from a flash drive.
The main advantage of Fork Player is the ability to play video from various sources in the player itself, without switching between other applications. There are several more advantages:
- simple navigation panel for quickly jumping to the desired section;
- visual display of the loading progress in the form of a bar, indicating the remaining time until the end of the loading;
- a convenient bookmark system in which you can quickly save the necessary information;
- personal settings system allows you to change the appearance of the application;
- Can be installed on TVs from any Samsung, LG, etc. company.
ForkPlayer for LG Smart TV 2021 is a good solution for movie fans. Its main page can be easily customized - add your favorite links to Favorites, sort and group. The “Top Search Queries” tab is very interesting – it contains popular search queries of other users. Using the “KinoPoisk” link, you can select top films, and the choice can be made according to different criteria: by year of release, by rating, or, for example, by box office receipts.
How to change DNS on Samsung TV?
Press Menu on your remote.
Select Network followed by Network Status .
Then select IP Settings .
Now select DNS Settings .
Select Enter manually .
Enter your DNS address here.
Click OK and you're done!
Wi-Fi Connection Steps
Owners of a home network who have already installed a router and configured Wi-Fi on it must first check the Internet connection settings on the Smart TV. After entering the “Menu”, select the “Network” option, then the “Network Status” key and click on the “IP Settings” function.
The IP and DNS status should be consistent with the "Obtain automatically" technique. Next, make sure that the router is using Dynamic Host Configuration Script (DHCP) and is generally allowed on the Internet.
Don't forget that connecting the router to your Samsung smart TV via a cable will allow you to configure the connection through it. By disconnecting the cable from SMART TV, ensure automatic setup using a wireless Wi-Fi connection.
Take the remote control and after pressing the “Menu” key, in the navigation window that opens, find the “Network” item. In the list provided, click on the “Network Settings” option. The first step will help you set up a wireless connection using the internal LAN adapter. By clicking on the “Start” button, start searching for a Wi-Fi router.
The second step will display the search results and compile a list of the nearest route streams in the Wi-Fi network. After selecting your router, click Next. This will allow you to test and establish the remote connection.
The third step involves entering the security key chosen earlier to protect wireless transmission, that is, a password identical to the eight-digit router code.
Registering your IP address
If you are using Smart DNS service, you will now need to register your IP address. Just log into your service provider's website and do the necessary.
In order to get Smart DNS Proxy service users, log into your Account and click on activate next to IP activation.
If you have successfully activated your IP address and configured your computer to use a DNS address, you will see green checkmarks next to DNS Setup and IP Activation .
Once you have registered your IP address, you should now be able to access TV apps on your TV.
Installation from a flash drive
The process of installing the ForkPlayer application from a flash drive may vary. It all depends on what brand of TV it is installed on, as well as on some other points. Let's look at the main ones.
Samsung Smart TV J series
Installing the ForkPlayer program from a flash drive and accessing playlists with your favorite videos is quite simple. For this:
- Create a folder on the flash drive called “userwidget” and transfer the widget archive to it without unpacking it.
- Insert the USB flash drive into the TV and wait for the application to install.
- After it is installed, remove the drive so that the program does not install again when you turn on the Smart TV.
Samsung Smart TV J series with software 1421-1422
This option is more complex. Many people don’t even install the ForkPlayer program because they don’t want to bother downgrading the software version. Without this, it will be impossible to install the widget.
In order to roll back to an older version, you will need:
- Download the folder with the firmware to a flash drive;
- Go to the main menu of Smart TV and find the firmware update item;
- In the menu that appears, select update from USB;
- Wait until the firmware is updated. When this process ends, the TV will turn off on its own;
- After it turns on, a small sign will appear on the screen. Click OK and remove the flash drive;
- Now you can start installing ForkPlayer.
LG Smart TV
Installing the ForkPlayer widget on LG Smart TVs does not cause any particular difficulties.
- Download the archive with the installation files of the ForkPlayer widget and unpack it to the root of the flash drive;
- Go to the LG Smart TV Store by entering your username and password;
- Insert the flash drive and go to “My Applications” to find it, or click on the button with the image of a house to find it in the strip located at the bottom of the main screen;
- After installing the application, the main categories will be available to you. To add sheets for playing your favorite videos, you will need to activate the RemoteFork option on your Smart TV and run the Remote ForkPlayer program on your tablet, smartphone or computer. Also, with the help of these applications you can create and edit your own playlists.
How do I set up a VPN on my Samsung TV?
Generally, Smart TVs do not support VPN services.
However, if you still want to use a VPN for your TV, I would advise you to purchase a second router and set up our VPN service on it. This method will leave you with an existing network that will be your local ISP and then a second router that will route your traffic through the VPN network. You will probably then connect your TV to the VPN network.
Note: It is not recommended to use one router. This can be done, but the problem is that if there is any problem or problem with this, you will lose your internet connection. If you set up a VPN on a secondary router, then any issues with the VPN setup won't affect your local internet connection.
For more information on setup, please contact your VPN service provider and they will be able to help you.
Errors and problems when using ForkPlayer
Since IPTV is a relatively new technology, users regularly encounter problems while using ForkPlayer. The most common questions related to the quality and quantity of working channels, the correctness of picture display and the operating principle of IPTV. Below are some common problems and how to solve them.
When playing all IPTV - black screen
When downloading IPTV, users are faced with the problem of a black screen and no sound. Main reasons for the error:
- A non-working IPTV is used or the playlist is blocked. Approximately 80% of public IPTVs do not work due to rapid blocking. To solve it, just check the status of the playlist in the settings, and if it is blocked, select a new one.
- Invalid video player format. If all selected playlists are not displayed, you need to change the player type in the settings, after which the channels should load.
Why are there so many non-working IPTVs?
Anyone can create an IPTV broadcast, but to do this it is necessary to buy expensive equipment, rent premises and computing power, and also obtain an operating license. All this adds up to a large sum, which is why most free playlists operate illegally. Users independently find problems in broadcasters' security systems and share information with others.
Legitimate IPTV providers are constantly fighting leaks by blocking third-party streams. Moreover, the more users are connected to a free playlist, the faster it is discovered. As a result, we get a system where hundreds of constantly updated IPTVs appear every day, which are promptly blocked by providers.
To make watching television more convenient, enable the “Show rating” option in the ForkPlayer application settings. After activation, the user sees the percentage of working channels to the total number, as well as an indicator for each section.
No videos work - black screen
Some users experience problems when watching videos and movies. Instead of a picture, a black screen is displayed. Main reasons for the error:
- The site you are interested in uses codecs that are not supported by the TV. To check, you need to go to Kinokrad, YouTube.
- Invalid player format, which can be changed in the settings. For proper operation you must select Media or Html
In some cases, it is enough to restart the TV, after which the black screen problem will disappear on its own.
The MAC address has changed, how to return the old one
You can restore the old MAC address on a new LG device if the information was registered in your personal account. Step-by-step instructions for recovery:
- Open the settings section and find the MAC address item, then click “Unlink”.
- Enter a new value that is displayed in the ForkPlayer settings.
- In the “My Notifications” section, confirm changing the new MAC to the old one.
- Wait until the widget reloads, after which the data will change.
You can change the indicator only on the device on which it was registered. To restore the old MAC address on a new LG TV, they use changing the widget to 195 and the applications Deezer, Tvigle, vTuner, ivi, Accu Weather and others.
