Starlink - first impressions
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The instructions link can be found in the files of the Starlink for Boats DB page. The POE is this one:
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Matt,
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I cannot access the link you sent Juan de Zulueta +33680895892 sent from my Ipad. Le 8 nov. 2022 à 11:08, Matt Salatino via groups.io <helmsmatt@...> a écrit :
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Juan de Zulueta OPHELIE X Super Maramu #32 |
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This is the current standard procedure for powering dishy from the house bank and using a different modem. Keep in mind this is for a12 volt house bank. We would need a 24 to 48 volt power supply. I found one on Amazon. And also bought a blue tooth Victron Supply. |
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I bought this POE: and a Victron 24-48 volt power supply. There are cheaper alternatives, but I like the blue tooth capability. i basically took the advice of the others in the Starlink for Boats FB page. i haven’t done the conversion yet, but will likely do it as the standard configuration is a power hog. |
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David Dickman
hi Matt, I have looked into the powering with 24v option, several possibilities but no one best solution. Has anyone actually done this and can provide details on what to buy and how to install? Did you choose step-down transformer of 220v - 110v, or high wattage inverter, or separate power supply for the 24v - 48v (needed by the Starlink) to use POE? Thanks for any info... David Galini, A54 #100
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Richard Dallett <dallettrichard@...>
I just sailed from Maine to Florida, and it performed flawlessly.
Richard Dallett A54/68 Mamba |
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Vladan SV PAME
Hi Arlo,
As of water tight through hull connection have a look at this. https://www.scanstrut.com/marine/cable-seal
Best Regards,
Vladan A54 #157 SV PAME
From: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io <main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io> On Behalf Of Arlo Bess
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2022 23:38 To: main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io Subject: Re: [AmelYachtOwners] Starlink - first impressions
Recently bought Starlink and it's been working great in Florida. I plan to mount it on the starlink pole aft of the mizzen boom in a day or so from now. So for those that are installing it, where did you make the entry into the boat, and secondly what cable gland or sealing solution did you use to make a water tight connection through the hull? (That starlink connector is pretty bulky). -- Vladan A54 #157 SV PAME |
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Installation completed 3 days ago. RV.
Original cable passed from saloon to rear arc along the standard cabling routs. No new holes made except the hole in the arc to get out and hole in the saloon to get in. Works great regardless the big mountain next to marina (Spain).   And 2 more specials: 1. The installation is 100% ready for upgrade to HP RV without any re-cabling 2. The power supply connection permits to choose between pure shore power source or pure inverter power source. |
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First results from MALTA: During some time I move the antenna to find a better place and then I have little interruptions But 12 hours working - 33 aec OFF ?!....... not bad   Speeds 3/3 hours:   
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tony wells
Hi Arlo We used connectors from Garmin. Apparently often used for connecting radar cables, which also use power over Ethernet. See photos attached. Very neat, enabling a socket at the helm for a water resistant plug and short cable to dish (can easily be removed). Our electrician, whom we know well and came out for the uk for a bunch of our jobs onboard, said the Starlink cable was extremely fiddly to work with, with the gland. Incidentally, we’re in Gran Canaria and whilst Starlink is not listed for availability of service, its currently giving us over 200 mbps download speeds! Good luck with your project, Tony Previously an A54 Owner   On 1 Nov 2022, at 21:37, Arlo Bess <svplanb@...> wrote:
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Arlo Bess
Thanks for the links and info! |
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Arlo hi I don´t do that yet, but ........  Good luck José Alegria A55#003MERIT On Tue, 1 Nov 2022 at 21:37, Arlo Bess <svplanb@...> wrote: Recently bought Starlink and it's been working great in Florida. I plan to mount it on the starlink pole aft of the mizzen boom in a day or so from now. So for those that are installing it, where did you make the entry into the boat, and secondly what cable gland or sealing solution did you use to make a water tight connection through the hull? (That starlink connector is pretty bulky). |
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Arlo Bess
Recently bought Starlink and it's been working great in Florida. I plan to mount it on the starlink pole aft of the mizzen boom in a day or so from now. So for those that are installing it, where did you make the entry into the boat, and secondly what cable gland or sealing solution did you use to make a water tight connection through the hull? (That starlink connector is pretty bulky).
Thanks Arlo 1985 Mango hull # 46 |
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Many people have disabled the motors, operating the dish in a flat position. Supposedly, this reduces drop outs and doesn’t affect signal strength. Join the Starlink for Boats Facebook group. Also Starlink Hacks. There are discussions and detailed instructions and YouTube videos that describe the modification in detail, including running the device from the house bank. |
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I bought as well the RV unit in France and test it there. It does work perfectly.
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I brought it in French Polynesia but it seems this part of the world is not yet covered. Starlink mention it should be working in 2023. I look forward to it. I am interested on the best way to install it on board. What do you mean by disabling the motors? I have not seen 24v equipments from Starlink ? Envoyé de mon iPhone Le 15 oct. 2022 à 03:08, Matt Salatino via groups.io <helmsmatt@...> a écrit :
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Juan de Zulueta OPHELIE X Super Maramu #32 |
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We bought the RV plan. The device is the same for the residential unit, but you can pause the RV plan. i bought all the hardware to drill the holes and disable the motors. Also to power the unit directly from 24 volts. I haven’t done this yet. Maybe this winter while we are wintering in Ragusa. We bought the SL in the US and brought it to Greece. It works fine so far. Just turned out on and Voilà! |
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it’s not totally installed yet. I’m going to move it from the starboard side to the outer side to avoid wiring through my propane locker and be closer to the chase that goes forward to the Nav station. I’m using a standard, all stainless steel fishing pole holder and a rubber plumbing pipe adapter. Also, we bought our SL in the US and brought it to Greece. It works fine. There is no address registered to an RV unit. |
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David Dickman
Hi Matt, I am getting ready to get a Starlink also for Galini (A54 #100). The RV version I assume because the marine version is very expensive. I have heard from others that one might want to drill a hole into the unit to deactivate the search motor while underway. Also heard that changes countries while sailing may be an issue in telling Starlink each time you enter a new country? Any advice on what to purchase and package you settled with would be appreciated. Thanks, David Galini A54 #100
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Richard Dallett <dallettrichard@...>
I had very good performance from West Palm Beach to Maine. In rough seas it once overheated and stopped working, but later it resumed working fine. Then used it all summer with no problem.
Richard Dallett A54/68 Mamba |
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