US television mixes national networks, local affiliates in every market, cable channels and regional sports networks. IPTV packages handle these differently, so check what matters to you.
Checklist
| Type | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| National networks | East and West feeds |
| Local affiliates | Your market or a nearby one |
| Cable news | The channels you follow |
| Sports networks | National and regional |
| Spanish-language | If your household watches them |
East or West feeds
Prime time is three hours later on the West Coast. Choose the feed that matches your evening, or use the other one to catch a show you missed.
Abroad
Viking IPTV includes a USA package and can be used abroad, so American expats can keep their channels. Set the guide to local time or keep it on US time; just be consistent.
Questions and answers
Does IPTV include US local channels?
Some packages include local affiliates for major markets; confirm yours.
Can I watch US channels outside the USA?
Viking IPTV can be used abroad.
What are East and West feeds?
The same channel timed for the East or West Coast.