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Progressive and Adaptive Streaming
What is progressive video streaming?
A progressive video stream is a single video file being streamed over the internet. The progressive video will automatically expand or contract to fit the screen you are playing it on, but regardless of the device, the video file size will always be the same. If there is a poor internet signal and the video stream cannot process quickly, a progressive video will pause and buffer.
What is adaptive video streaming?
Adaptive streaming is designed to deliver video in the most efficient way possible and in the highest usable quality. This means that your streaming service has multiple videos of the same movie or TV show and is ready to display it to you in the perfect size for the screen in which you are viewing. In addition, adaptive streaming will adapt to your Internet connection speed, minimizing buffering time.
For example, if there is a slow internet connection, the adaptive video stream will switch to a smaller video files size to keep the video playing – instead of pausing and buffering. The video quality might be reduced at times to avoid buffering, but it will continue to play without interruption.
Who uses adaptive video?
Adaptive versus Progressive video is determined by the video provider and is not a settings adjustment that can be made on an individual device.
How do I adjust my streaming settings?
Each provider offers a way to change your stream quality. To get the most out of your service plan data leave any video streaming applications at their default automatic resolution setting.
Unlimited Data – No Hard Data Limits questions
What does ‘No Hard Data Limits’ mean?
Hughesnet® service plans come with an allotment of High-speed data, as determined by your purchased Service Plan, that can be used by a Subscriber each month. If you exceed your plan data, we won’t cut you off or charge you more.
If I exceed the amount of data included in my plan, what can I do to regain full speed?
If your usage exceeds your plan data, you have multiple options to refill your High-speed data allowance:
- You can purchase Data Tokens that provide additional data. Click here to learn more about Data Tokens.
- You can upgrade your service plan at any time to a plan that offers more high-speed data.
- Take advantage of 50 GB of additional data during the Bonus Zone (2am-8am local time).
Can I still stream video once I have exceeded the amount of data included in my plan?
If you have exceeded the amount of plan data included in your service plan, you may experience reduced speeds during high traffic periods, that may affect the streaming quality and performance.
How can I change my address, phone number and email address?
You can change your billing address, email address and phone number online at myhughesnet.com or from the Hughesnet Mobile App at any time.
From myHughesnet.com
1. Start by signing in to myhughesnet.com using your current password. If you do not know your current password, click here.
2. At the top of the page, click on ‘Account’ then ‘My Information’
3. From here you can manage your address, phone number and email address.
From The Mobile App
On the mobile app click on the Account icon on the bottom of any screen then click My Information. Tap “Save” to complete your changes.
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If you need further assistance, contact Customer Care at 866-347-3292.
Where can I find the HT1100 Satellite Modem User Guide?
Access the guide by clicking here.
Where can I find the HT2000W/HT2010W Satellite Modem User Guide?
Click here to access the Modem replacement guide.
Where can I Inquire about my Order Status?
By simply entering a few key items of information, you can check when an installer is due to arrive to install new equipment or upgrade existing equipment.
Click here to access the order inquiry page.
Enter the appropriate information in two of the three search fields.
- Any two of the three fields are required (i.e., SAN (Site ID) and ZIP, Phone Number and ZIP Code, etc.).
Enter the information in the security field.
- The security field is case sensitive and MUST be entered exactly as it appears on the screen, without spaces.
When you have completed your information, click ‘View Order Status’.
- Enter the appropriate information in two of the three search fields.
- Any two of the three fields are required (i.e., SAN (Site ID) and ZIP, Phone Number and ZIP Code, etc.).
- Submit the reCAPTCHA and click ‘View Order Status’.
The next screen will display all the information pertaining to your order including the date it was initiated and the activity since. Information is stored for 120 days.
If you have additional questions about the status of your order, equipment repair or return call Customer Care at 866-347-3292.
Does Hughesnet have an early termination fee?
If you cancel your order before installation, you will be refunded the amount that was collected at time of order.
If you cancel your Hughesnet® service after installation, but before the end of your commitment period, you will be subject to an early termination fee.
For more information on the applicable fees, please click here.
Purchase Data Tokens on the myHughesnet (Mobile) app
Purchase Data Tokens on the myHughesnet (Mobile) app
From the home screen (Overview page) of the app, click on Buy Token in the Usage panel.
Choose the denomination you wish to purchase. You will be asked to confirm your purchase.
Alterinatively, you can click on the Usage tab on the bottom of the screen then click on Data Token Purchase.
Click on the token denomination you wish to purchase, and confirm to continue.
Will my DIRECTV/ DISH Network Service be on My Hughesnet Bill?
No, your subscription for DIRECTV/DISH will not appear on your Hughesnet® bill. You’ll receive separate bills for each service. If you’ve subscribed to both services, you might have received a promotional discount from Hughesnet or your TV provider.
If you would like to view your Hughesnet invoices, sign in or register at myhughesnet.com, and navigate to ‘Billing’ > ‘Bill Summary’.
