IPTV for Android TV
Android TV's open app ecosystem makes it one of the more straightforward platforms for IPTV. Here's how setup, players and EPG work.
This page covers watching IPTV on Android TV and Google TV devices — including standalone boxes, sticks, and Android TV-branded Smart TVs. Because these run a version of Android with Play Store access, installing a player app is generally more direct than on more closed TV platforms like Samsung or LG — see our Smart TV overview for how the platforms compare.
What You Need
- An Android TV or Google TV device signed into a Google account
- A stable Wi-Fi or ethernet connection
- Your Viking IPTV HD access details (Xtream Codes or M3U)
How to Set Up IPTV
Open the Play Store
On your Android TV device, open the Google Play Store app.
Install a player app
Search for and install a compatible IPTV player, such as IPTV Smarters Pro or TiviMate.
Choose your connection method
Open the app and select Xtream Codes or M3U, depending on what your access details specify.
Enter your access details
Enter the server URL, username and password (or M3U link) from your Viking IPTV HD subscription.
Browse and watch
Once connected, live TV, VOD and the EPG will load inside the player app.
Recommended Player Options
IPTV Smarters Pro and TiviMate are both widely used on Android TV — TiviMate's EPG-focused layout in particular suits TV remotes well. These are independent, third-party apps; Viking IPTV HD is not affiliated with, and does not develop or officially endorse, either of them.
Xtream Codes, M3U & EPG
Android TV players typically support Xtream Codes and M3U playlists as connection methods, and display an EPG once connected so you can see what's on now and next.
Common Problems
- Player app not found in the Play Store — availability can vary by region; sideloading an APK from the developer's official source is an alternative, similar to the Firestick process.
- Playback stutters on lower-powered boxes — older or budget Android TV hardware can struggle with higher-bitrate streams.
- EPG not loading — usually resolves after refreshing the playlist inside the player app; see our EPG guide for more detail.
- Buffering during peak hours — often network-related rather than device-related; see our buffering guide.
Android TV FAQ
Can I use Xtream Codes on Android TV?
Yes. Most Android TV IPTV players, including IPTV Smarters Pro and TiviMate, support Xtream Codes — you'll enter a server URL, username and password from your subscription's access details.
What is an M3U playlist?
An M3U playlist is a file listing your channels and streams. Android TV player apps can load an M3U URL as an alternative to Xtream Codes — see our M3U guide for details.
How does EPG work?
EPG (Electronic Program Guide) shows what's currently playing and what's coming up for each channel, similar to a traditional TV guide. Most Android TV players display it automatically once you're connected.
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