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have access to streaming services, which are simply unshared connections to the Internet backbone. While streaming video is possible with standard "background IP" connections (see examples below), the streaming services are ideal for avoiding video or audio drop outs that can occur on a shared service. Streaming is Charged by the Minute, while the standard connection is Charged by the Megabyte Transferred.
The option to choose streaming services for your BGAN Network connection is located from the BGAN Launchpad application from your connected computer. While the BGAN terminal is pointed at the satellite, open up the launchpad application and click on the Data tab to display the option of Connect Standard (per Megabyte charge) or any of the available Streaming (per minute charge) services.
NOTE - Advanced users can configure a system so that registration can automatically connect with a streaming service, avoiding using the launchpad.
All streaming services are available on all BGAN plans with Ground Control upon request. Normally streaming service options on the launchpad are deactivated (grayed out) by Ground Control in order to protect customers from accidentally selecting a streaming service and be charged by the minute.
| Streaming services are available with Ground Control upon request |
(in U.S. dollars) |
 Streaming 32Kbps |
The streaming service is a 1:1 CIR (committed information
rate) useful for live video streaming or other
traffic that must have a predictable connection.
While all BGAN systems provide for streaming services, please request this service be enabled upon service activation. |
$2.99 per minute |
| Streaming 64Kbps |
$5.99 per minute |
| Streaming 128Kbps |
$9.99 per minute |
| Streaming 176Kbps |
$16.99 per minute |
| Streaming 256Kbsp |
$14.69 per minute |
X-Stream 450Kbps
(minimum 384 Kbps)
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Maximum Streaming Service (Available on Hughes 9201 and Explorer 700, and 727 only) |
$26.99 per minute |
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Smaller BGAN terminals like the Wideye Sabre and the Explorer 300 are not capable of the faster streaming speeds available. Below are the available streaming speed for each terminal:
Stationary Systems
● Explorer 300
● Explorer 500
● Explorer 700
● Hughes 9201
● Hughes 9202
● The Football
● Harris RF-7800B
● Wideye Sabre 1
● Explorer 110
In-Motion Systems
● Wideye Safari
● Explorer 325
● Explorer 727
● Hughes 9350-C10
● Hughes 9350-C11
● Hughes 9450 |
32 and 64 Kbps
32, 64, and 128 Kbps
32, 64, 128, 176, 256 and 450Kbps BGAN X-Stream
32, 64, 128, 176, 256 and 450Kbps BGAN X-Stream
32, 64 and 128 Kbps
32, 64 and 128 Kbps
32, 64 and 128 Kbps
32 and 64Kbps
32 and 64 Kbps
32, 64 and 128 Kbps
32, 64 and 128 Kbps
32, 64, 128, 176 and 256 Kbps and 450Kbps BGAN X-Stream - parked
32, 64, 128, 176 and 256 Kbps
32, 64 and 128 Kbps
32, 64 and 128 Kbps |
- 450 Kbps Streaming Service
In 2009, Inmarsat launched BGAN X-Stream which allowed the Hughes 9201 and the Explorer 700 to stream up to 450 Kbps. According to Inmarsat, X-Stream delivers IP data no less than a minimum speed of 384 kilobits per second (kbps), and up to 450Kbps. BGAN X-Stream may be selected on the BGAN Launchpad.
 More information on BGAN X-Stream
X-Stream and Government Use
Link to Inmarsat's page on BGAN X-Stream
Be first on the scene and first to
file. A case study on how BGAN helps reporters working anywhere in the field. Via-Inmarsat Case Study Article .pdf
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