IPTV & Yacht Streaming

Live TV and video‑on‑demand delivered over IP networks—tuned for Starlink’s variable bandwidth so your shows keep playing underway or at anchor.

How IPTV works Request onboard setup

What is IPTV?

Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) delivers live channels and on‑demand video over your network instead of traditional cable or satellite. The player app (or set‑top box) connects to a provider using a simple M3U playlist or an Xtream Codes portal, then streams content to your TV over Ethernet or Wi‑Fi.

Hi‑Speed integrates the delivery path—Wi‑Fi, switching, QoS, and control—so your streams remain smooth. Clients provide their own content sources/subscriptions.

Optimized for Starlink on yachts

Starlink offers excellent throughput but variable latency. We design for consistency using adaptive bitrate (ABR), quality‑of‑service (QoS), and network isolation.

ABR tuning: Prefer players that fall back quickly from 1080p/4K to HD/SD when bandwidth dips.
QoS & VLANs: Prioritize IPTV traffic, keep guests on a separate SSID/VLAN, and rate‑limit noisy devices.
Dual‑WAN failover: Optional LTE backup for marinas with poor coverage.
Remote support: We can monitor and tweak settings underway or dockside.

Salon & Cabin Topology

We can add LTE as secondary WAN and apply per‑SSID bandwidth limits for guests.

Recommended devices

We support a range of players and control options—pick what fits your cabin layout and remotes.

Android / Google TV Boxes

Versatile, great app support. Can run IPTV apps (M3U, Xtream). Integrates well with URC for control.

Solid Wi‑Fi/Ethernet
Good ABR behavior
CEC control to TV

MAG 540 / 555

Dedicated set‑top boxes with portal support. Stable and easy to manage remotely.

Xtream Codes portal support
Wired Ethernet preferred
Works with URC IR/IP

Control Systems (URC)

One‑touch scenes, input switching, and volume across zones with custom macros.

Room‑by‑room profiles
Quick quality/resolution presets
Boat/shore power modes

Bandwidth & ABR cheat sheet

Typical steady‑state bitrate targets per stream. Starlink can fluctuate—design for margin.

Quality	Per‑stream bitrate	Suggested cap	Notes
SD (480p)	1–2 Mbps	3 Mbps	Most resilient offshore
HD (720p)	3–5 Mbps	6 Mbps	Good balance on variable links
Full HD (1080p)	6–10 Mbps	10–12 Mbps	Use when link quality is stable
4K (2160p)	15–25 Mbps	25–30 Mbps	Dockside or marina Wi‑Fi only

Tip: budget extra headroom for other devices and overhead (×1.3 multiplier per stream is a safe starting point).

QoS & VLAN checklist (UDM‑Pro)

Create IPTV VLAN for players; assign wired ports to that VLAN.
Enable Smart Queues (or Traffic Management) and set priority rules for IPTV.
Separate Guest SSID/VLAN; rate‑limit to preserve headroom.
Prefer wired Ethernet for players; reserve Wi‑Fi for control and tablets.
Optional: Dual‑WAN with LTE failover at reduced caps.

Ready to set up IPTV onboard?

We’ll spec the right devices, configure players and QoS, and integrate control with URC.

Call 714-878-6292 or email info@hi-speed.com.