What is auto frame rate (AFR) and why it matters
Auto frame rate matching is what keeps motion smooth on IPTV. Here is what AFR does, why judder happens, and how Tevium handles it.
The short answer: auto frame rate (AFR) makes Tevium switch your TV's display mode to match the frame rate of the stream you are watching. On supported hardware and displays this can reduce refresh-rate cadence judder; it does not eliminate every playback issue.
Why judder happens
Most TV content is filmed at specific frame rates. Film is often 24 frames per second, while broadcast TV is often 50 or 60. If your display stays locked at one frame rate while the stream runs at another, frames do not divide evenly, and motion appears to stutter. That stutter is called judder.
How AFR fixes it
With AFR enabled, Tevium detects the frame rate of the stream, snaps it to the nearest standard rate, and switches your display to match before playback starts. When you stop, it restores your previous display mode.
The result is motion that plays back smoothly, exactly as it was intended.
Where you will notice it
- Film content at 24 fps, especially panning shots
- Live sports at 50 or 60 fps
- Mixed content in a playlist, where frame rates change between channels
How to enable AFR in Tevium
Open Settings, then playback, and enable Auto frame rate. Tevium lets you control it separately for live TV and for VOD, so you can tune it to your liking.
Frequently asked questions
Does AFR work on every device?
AFR needs a display that reports its supported modes. Most modern Android TV devices support it, and Tevium falls back gracefully on devices that do not.
Does AFR cause a brief black screen when switching?
There can be a short handshake as the display changes mode. Most people find the smoother motion worth the momentary switch.