ChanSort for Windows

What this tool lets you do

ChanSort is a free utility that lets you organize your television channel lineup from a Windows PC instead of wrestling with the TV remote. It reads and edits channel lists for a number of popular TV makes, displays each entry in a clear table, and lets you rearrange, hide, or protect channels with simple drag-and-drop and checkbox controls.

TVs it supports

• LG
• Panasonic
• Hisense
• Samsung
• Toshiba

Why edit channels on a computer

Using the TV's built-in menu to reorder or lock many channels can be slow and error-prone. Working from a desktop gives you a visual overview, faster reordering, and easier bulk changes. It’s especially helpful when you have long channel lists or want to maintain multiple channel profiles.

Core features

• Drag channels to new positions, rename them, and change their visibility.
• Lock specific channels and mark favorites to control access and quick tuning.
• Export and import channel lists so you can backup setups or switch between profiles.
• Detailed channel view that shows frequency, logical number, and other metadata.

How to save your edits and transfer them back to the TV

1. After making changes, save your modified list in the program.
2. Follow the program’s export instructions to write the updated list to a USB flash drive in the correct format.
3. Insert the USB stick into the TV and use the TV’s channel-import function (refer to your TV’s manual if needed) to load the new lineup.

Paid alternative: controller for Yamaha MusicCast

If you need a commercial remote-control solution for a Yamaha MusicCast setup, consider a paid dedicated controller app or hardware specifically built for MusicCast systems. These commercial options often provide polished UIs, reliable support, and extra features aimed at multi-room audio management.