VLC desktop 3.0 documentation · Primary-source explanation; examples are illustrative. Instructions are based on publisher guidance; a UK IPTV account was not tested on this platform.
Identify the kind of source
VideoLAN desktop 3.0 documentation separates 360 video, which permits looking around a recorded scene, from stereoscopic video, which concerns depth perception. Its documented 360 support covers equirectangular projection. Before troubleshooting navigation, establish that the permitted source is actually prepared for the supported 360 path. A wide image, an unusual filename or a high pixel count alone does not establish that the player has recognised an interactive panoramic source.
Use a known panoramic test scene
For an original observation plan, open a permitted 360 clip with recognisable objects in several directions. The documentation describes holding the left mouse button and moving horizontally or vertically to change the view, with scrolling for zoom. It also gives arrow key navigation and Page Up or Page Down zoom controls. Keep the playback position stable while looking around so that movement of the viewpoint is not confused with a different moment in the recording.
Report the correct missing capability
If the result remains a flat stretched image, record the source projection information, VLC version and whether the panoramic controls are active. Do not attempt to fix a projection recognition question by changing subscription details or repeatedly stretching the display aspect ratio. Likewise, successfully looking around does not demonstrate stereoscopic depth or headset compatibility. The useful comparison is between the supplied source representation and the documented viewing capability of the installed player.