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How to Install WalisTV on Google TV and Chromecast with Google TV

Last updated: · By the WalisTV Support Team

Google TV is the newer interface of Android TV (see the official Google TV Help). You find it on the Chromecast with Google TV, the Google TV Streamer, and many smart TVs from Sony, TCL, Hisense and Philips. Because Google TV runs Android TV underneath, WalisTV works on it. This guide shows the simplest way to install it with the free Downloader app.

WalisTV running on Google TV

Before you start

  • Your Google TV device is connected to the internet.
  • You can use the remote to navigate the settings.
  • About 5 minutes.

Step 1: Install Downloader from the Play Store

  1. On the Google TV home screen, go to Search (or the Apps tab).
  2. Search for Downloader (by AFTVnews) and install it.

Downloader is a free and popular app that lets you download files on a TV by typing a short code instead of a long web address.

Step 2: Turn on Developer options

Google TV hides the option to install apps from outside the Play Store. Turn it on once:

  1. Open Settings (the gear icon at the top right).
  2. Go to System > About.
  3. Scroll to Android TV OS build and press OK on it 7 times.
  4. A message says “You are now a developer!”

This does not change anything else on your TV. It only shows extra settings.

Step 3: Allow Downloader to install apps

  1. Go back to Settings > Apps.
  2. Open Security & restrictions > Unknown sources.
  3. Turn on Downloader.

Only allow apps you trust. You can turn this off again after installing WalisTV.

Step 4: Download WalisTV with the code 7254182

  1. Open Downloader and accept the storage permission if asked.
  2. In the address box, type the code 7254182 and select Go.
  3. The WalisTV download starts. When it finishes, select Install.
  4. Select Done (not Open) and, when Downloader asks, Delete the installation file to save space.

The code points to the official WalisTV download on walistv.com. More details: install WalisTV with Downloader.

Step 5: Open WalisTV

Go to the Apps tab, then Your apps > See all. WalisTV is at the end of the list. To find it faster next time, highlight it, hold OK and choose Move to put it at the top.

Step 6: Connect and add your playlist

On the first start, WalisTV shows a QR code and your Device ID. Scan the QR code with your phone, select Check Device, then add your playlist. The TV opens it automatically. Step-by-step: connect your TV with a QR code.

Tips for Chromecast with Google TV

  • Storage is small (about 8 GB on the Chromecast HD and 4K). Delete installation files in Downloader and uninstall apps you do not use.
  • Use the 5 GHz Wi-Fi, or the official Ethernet power adapter for a wired connection.
  • Restart it once a week: Settings > System > Restart. It frees memory.
  • Buffering? See 12 fixes for buffering on Android TV.

Updates

WalisTV checks for new versions when it starts. When an update is available, it shows an update screen and installs the new version from walistv.com. Your Device ID and playlists stay the same.

Troubleshooting

“App not installed”

Usually the storage is full, or an older copy of WalisTV from another website is installed. Free some space, uninstall the old copy, and download again with the code.

Downloader says the code is invalid

Check the code: 7254182. If it still fails, type walistv.com in Downloader and use the download button on the website.

I cannot find “Unknown sources”

Make sure you turned on Developer options (step 2). On some TVs the menu is called Install unknown apps and is under Settings > Privacy > Security & restrictions.

Is it safe?

Yes, as long as you download WalisTV from walistv.com or the code above. WalisTV does not ask for your Google account, your passwords or your payment details.

Important: WalisTV is a media player only. It does not provide channels, playlists, subscriptions, movies, series, or streaming content. Use only playlists from sources you are legally authorized to use.