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MasterDraco 86b44be1cc Add patch v2.7.0 to v2.7.1: Documentation update 
- Updated README with accurate feature descriptions
- Clarified M3U8/HLS streaming support (no direct DVB cards)
- Added Coinbase Commerce payment documentation
- Included comprehensive patch management system details
- Corrected version information throughout
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IPTV Server

Version License PowerData

  • Complete Installation Package with Automatic Patch Management

Professional IPTV streaming server with M3U8/HLS support, Coinbase Commerce payments, and multi-tier user management.

Overview

This package provides a complete enterprise IPTV server solution featuring:

  • M3U8/HLS Streaming Support - Compatible with TVHeadend and other M3U8 sources
  • Coinbase Commerce Integration - Cryptocurrency payment processing (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDC)
  • Multi-tier user system (Admin → Reseller → Sub-reseller → User)
  • Automatic Patch Management - Git-based update system with rollback support
  • HLS streaming with adaptive bitrate transcoding
  • VOD system with IMDB integration capabilities
  • Progressive Web App with modern interface
  • Docker-based deployment with comprehensive management
  • License server integration for software protection

🆕 Patch Management System

The server includes an automatic patch management system for easy updates:

Features

  • One-Click Updates - Apply patches directly from admin dashboard
  • Automatic Backups - System backs up before applying patches
  • Rollback Support - Easily revert to previous versions if needed
  • Update Notifications - Get notified when new patches are available
  • Git-Based Distribution - Transparent version control via Git repositories

Checking for Updates

  1. Login as admin
  2. Navigate to "System Updates" in dashboard
  3. Click "Check for Updates"
  4. Review available patches and apply

Update Repositories

  • Main Server: http://git.powerdata.dk:3000/masterdraco/IPTV-Server.git
  • Updates: http://git.powerdata.dk:3000/masterdraco/IPTV-Updates.git

Quick Start

1. System Preparation

# Extract installation package
tar -xzf iptv-server-install.tar.gz
cd iptv-server-install

# Ensure user has sudo privileges (not root)
groups $USER  # should include 'sudo'

2. Complete Installation

# Run interactive installation
./iptv-install.sh install

3. Configure Streaming Sources

# For M3U8/TVHeadend integration
# Add your M3U8 sources via the admin dashboard
# System automatically imports channels from M3U8 playlists

4. Start Services

# Start all services
./iptv-install.sh start

# Check comprehensive status
./iptv-install.sh status

5. Access Server

  • Web Interface: https://your-domain.com
  • API Documentation: https://your-domain.com/docs
  • Streaming Endpoint: https://your-domain.com/api/streams/
  • Admin Panel: https://your-domain.com/admin

System Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • OS: Ubuntu 20.04+ or Debian 11+
  • Memory: 4GB RAM
  • Storage: 50GB available space
  • CPU: 2+ cores (quad-core recommended for transcoding)
  • Network: Broadband connection with static IP

Recommended for Production

  • Memory: 8GB+ RAM
  • Storage: 500GB+ SSD (for media storage and recordings)
  • CPU: 6+ cores with hardware video acceleration
  • Network: Dedicated server with high bandwidth

Streaming Support

M3U8/HLS Sources

  • TVHeadend Integration - Direct import from TVHeadend servers
  • Generic M3U8 - Support for any standard M3U8 playlist
  • External Streams - Proxy support for external HLS streams
  • Automatic Channel Import - Bulk import from M3U8 playlists

Note on TV Cards

While the system architecture supports TV cards, direct DVB card integration is not included in the current version. The system uses M3U8/HLS sources for channel streaming, which provides greater flexibility and compatibility with existing streaming infrastructure like TVHeadend.

Payment Processing

Coinbase Commerce Integration

The system uses Coinbase Commerce for cryptocurrency payment processing:

  • Supported Cryptocurrencies:

    • Bitcoin (BTC)
    • Ethereum (ETH)
    • USDC
    • Litecoin (LTC)
    • Dogecoin (DOGE)

  • Features:

    • Automatic payment verification
    • Real-time exchange rates
    • Secure webhook notifications
    • No blockchain node required

Setting Up Payments

  1. Create a Coinbase Commerce account
  2. Get your API key from Coinbase Commerce dashboard
  3. Configure in IPTV Server admin settings
  4. Enable desired cryptocurrencies

Installation Commands

Core Management

./iptv-install.sh install     # Complete installation
./iptv-install.sh start        # Start all services
./iptv-install.sh stop         # Stop all services
./iptv-install.sh restart      # Restart all services
./iptv-install.sh status       # Check service status
./iptv-install.sh logs         # View logs

Update Management

./iptv-install.sh check-updates    # Check for available patches
./iptv-install.sh list-patches     # List all available patches
./iptv-install.sh apply-patch      # Apply next patch
./iptv-install.sh apply-all        # Apply all pending patches
./iptv-install.sh patch-history    # View patch history
./iptv-install.sh rollback         # Rollback to previous version

Backup Management

./iptv-install.sh backup       # Create backup
./iptv-install.sh restore      # Restore from backup

Docker Services

The system runs as Docker containers:

  • iptv-backend - FastAPI application server
  • iptv-postgres - PostgreSQL database
  • iptv-redis - Redis cache and sessions
  • iptv-nginx - Nginx reverse proxy
  • iptv-streaming - FFmpeg streaming service
  • iptv-celery - Background task processor

API Endpoints

Authentication

  • POST /api/auth/login - User login
  • POST /api/auth/register - User registration
  • POST /api/auth/refresh - Refresh token

Channels

  • GET /api/channels - List channels
  • POST /api/channels/m3u8 - Add M3U8 channel
  • POST /api/m3u8/import - Import M3U8 playlist

Streaming

  • GET /api/streams/play/{channel_id} - Get stream URL
  • POST /api/streams/start - Start streaming session
  • POST /api/streams/stop - Stop streaming session

Patch Management

  • GET /api/patches/check - Check for updates
  • POST /api/patches/apply-all - Apply all patches
  • GET /api/patches/history - View update history

Configuration

Main configuration file: config/iptv.env

Key settings:

# Server Configuration
DOMAIN=your-domain.com
SERVER_NAME="IPTV Server"
SERVER_PORT=8000

# Database
DB_HOST=postgres
DB_NAME=iptv_server
DB_USER=iptv_user

# Streaming
ENABLE_M3U8_IMPORT=true
M3U8_IMPORT_INTERVAL=3600
STREAMING_QUALITY=high

# Payments
COINBASE_API_KEY=your_api_key
COINBASE_WEBHOOK_SECRET=your_webhook_secret

# Patch Management
PATCH_CHECK_ENABLED=true
PATCH_CHECK_INTERVAL=3600
PATCH_AUTO_BACKUP=true

Security

  • JWT Authentication - Secure token-based authentication
  • SSL/TLS Encryption - Automatic SSL certificate management
  • Role-Based Access Control - Multi-tier permission system
  • License Verification - Hardware-bound licensing
  • Rate Limiting - API rate limiting protection
  • Firewall Configuration - Automated firewall setup

Troubleshooting

Service Issues

# Check service status
docker ps

# View logs
docker logs iptv-backend
docker logs iptv-streaming

# Restart services
./iptv-install.sh restart

Streaming Issues

  • Verify M3U8 sources are accessible
  • Check network connectivity
  • Review streaming logs: docker logs iptv-streaming

Payment Issues

  • Verify Coinbase Commerce API keys
  • Check webhook configuration
  • Review payment logs in admin dashboard

Update Issues

  • Check Git repository connectivity
  • Verify disk space for backups
  • Review patch logs: tail -f logs/patch.log

Support

Documentation

  • Installation Guide: docs/INSTALLATION_GUIDE.md
  • API Documentation: https://your-server/docs
  • Patch Management: PATCH_MANAGEMENT.md

Community

  • Issues: Report via admin dashboard
  • Updates: Check System Updates section

📋 License & Purchase Information

Commercial License Required

This IPTV Server software is commercially licensed and requires a valid license for production use.

🔗 Purchase License: https://powerdata.dk

License Features

  • ✅ Production Deployment Rights - Deploy on your servers
  • ✅ Commercial Usage - Use for business purposes
  • ✅ Multi-Site Support - Run multiple instances
  • ✅ Technical Support - Priority support access
  • ✅ Regular Updates - Access to patches and updates
  • ✅ Source Code Access - Full source code included

License Validation

The software validates licenses against PowerData.dk servers and is bound to hardware IDs for security.

Version History

v2.7.1 (Current)

  • Updated README with accurate feature descriptions
  • Clarified M3U8/HLS streaming support
  • Added Coinbase Commerce documentation
  • Included patch management system details

v2.7.0

  • Initial release with patch management system
  • Complete Docker-based architecture
  • Multi-tier user management
  • VOD system integration

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