LG TV: Pandora buffers

[Tentjer]

Pandora on Smart tv. Won’t stay on the main Pandora screen. Buffers with the clock. Is there a way to avoid this.

moderator’s edit: updated title for clarity

[TannerPandora]

Hi @Tentjer 

Welcome to community! Sorry you're having trouble with Pandora on your LG TV. 

To get a better understanding of what's happening, could you let me know a few more details?

1. What is the model and year of your LG TV?

2. Does the buffering begin as soon as the clock appears on the screen, or does it start sometime afterward?

3. Is your TV connected to the internet through Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable?

In the meantime, you can try the following troubleshooting steps to see if they help:

1. Reinstall Pandora (if available)
Uninstall the Pandora app from your LG TV, then download and install it again.

2. Power cycle your LG TV
Unplug your TV from its power source for at least 5 minutes, then plug it back in and turn it on.

3. Turn off QuickStart+ (if available)
Some LG TVs have a feature called QuickStart+ that allows the TV to start up more quickly. However, because this feature keeps certain processes running while the TV is in standby mode, apps like Pandora may occasionally experience performance issues or buffering over time.

Disabling QuickStart+ may help us determine whether this feature is contributing to the buffering you're experiencing.
To turn it off:

• Using your remote, press Settings (gear icon).

• Navigate to All Settings → General → Devices → TV Management.

• Find QuickStart+ and toggle it to Off.

Please note that these steps may vary depending on your LG TV model and year.

Once you've completed these steps, try listening to Pandora again and let me know if you notice any improvement.

Thanks for your help!