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🏠 > Performance & Optimization

Performance and Optimization

Low-end Device Mode

For older computers or TV Boxes:

  1. Go to Options > Performance Mode.
  2. Enable Low-end Device Mode.
  3. This disables animations and lowers video quality for smoother playback.

Memory Management

To reduce memory usage:

  1. Go to Options > Performance Mode > For slow devices
  2. This reduces the number of lists and EPGs loaded simultaneously
  3. Results in lower memory consumption but fewer available channels

FFmpeg Preprocessing Options

Advanced users can adjust FFmpeg behavior:

  1. Go to Options > Advanced > Playback.
  2. Set Use FFmpeg Preprocessing to:
    • No
    • Auto
    • Always
    • MPEGTS Only

This affects how the player handles different types of streams.

Additional Performance Settings

Buffer Settings

  • Small Buffer: Faster start, more buffering
  • Large Buffer: Slower start, smoother playback
  • Auto: Automatically adjusts based on connection

Hardware Acceleration

  • Enable: Uses GPU for video decoding (recommended)
  • Disable: Uses CPU only (for compatibility)

Memory Management

  • Low Memory Mode: Reduces memory usage by loading fewer lists/EPGs
  • Cache Size: Adjust how much content is cached

Disk Cache Configuration

Enabling Disk Cache

  1. Go to Options > Advanced > Developer options
  2. Enable Enable disk cache
  3. Set cache limit (default: 1GB)

Cache Management

  • Automatic cleanup: Old cache files are automatically removed
  • Manual cleanup: Clear cache in Options > Advanced > Developer options
  • Cache location: Stored locally on your device

Memory Usage Optimization

Typical Memory Usage

  • Normal mode: Varies based on number of loaded lists
  • Low-end mode: Reduced memory consumption
  • Cache usage: Additional memory for disk cache

Reducing Memory Usage

  1. Enable low-end device mode
  2. Reduce number of loaded lists
  3. Clear cache regularly
  4. Close other applications

CPU Usage During Playback

Normal Operation

  • Typical usage: Normal CPU consumption during playback
  • Hardware acceleration: Reduces CPU usage when enabled
  • Background processes: Minimal CPU usage when not actively streaming

Optimization Tips

  • Enable hardware acceleration when possible
  • Close unnecessary applications
  • Use low-end mode on older devices

Platform-Specific Optimizations

Windows

  • DirectX acceleration: Automatically enabled
  • Memory management: Windows handles memory allocation
  • Background processes: Minimal impact on performance

Android

  • Hardware acceleration: Uses device GPU
  • Memory management: Android system manages memory
  • Battery optimization: May affect background operation

Linux

  • OpenGL acceleration: Uses system graphics drivers
  • Memory management: Linux kernel handles allocation
  • Process isolation: Limited to two worker processes for EPG and MPEG-TS

Troubleshooting Performance Issues

If you experience lag or buffering:

  1. Enable Low-end Device Mode
  2. Reduce buffer size in advanced settings
  3. Disable hardware acceleration if causing issues
  4. Check your internet connection speed (minimum 200KBps)
  5. Try switching to a different transmission source
  6. Clear cache and restart the app

Performance Monitoring

Debug Information

  • Windows/Linux: Run megacubo-debug.(sh|cmd) for detailed logs
  • Developer options: Enable in Options > Advanced > Developer options
  • Memory usage: Monitor through system task manager

Common Performance Issues

  • High memory usage: Enable low-end mode or reduce loaded lists
  • Buffering: Check network speed and try different transmissions
  • Slow startup: Clear cache and restart app
  • Lag during playback: Enable performance mode or reduce quality

These settings can significantly impact performance. Start with default settings and adjust based on your device capabilities and network conditions.

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