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Canadian helicopter pilots would love this. We spend a lot of time in the field waiting. Sometimes we wait all day on top of a hill waiting for the call to pick up the field teams. 6 hours with a book and a dying phone.
Absolutely, reliable power is a game-changer. I used mine out in the Nebraska plains-worked, made video calls, watched Netflix, and kept all my devices charged for a week!
Another fantastic and very interesting video. Thanks for thoroughly explaining the technical details as well, something many other channels don't do. Also, it's clear you enjoy testing these devices to the limit, and have fun doing it.
Hospitals and healthcare need this as a backup now. We are still paying $$$ for sat phones from the 2000's. This solves a lot more coms problems than just a limited sat phone.
Your truck is palatial compared to your current camping vehicle. It never ceases to amaze me how much you can actually stuff into those clown cars. They're quite underrated.
Star-Batt Mini offers a clearer means of communication compared to our Garmin inReach Explorer we carry for emergency backup. Motorcycle off-road touring and hunting/fishing trips take us to very isolate locations. Thank you for this very useful update - just put my name on the list. Great to see you both camping in northern Saskatchewan - a tad chilly but with the leaf color and sunsets it is so beautiful. Fishing is great at Gem Lakes; tiger & rainbow trout!
Backcountry Pilots, either professionals throughtout the Canadian and US North, or recreational like Trent Palmer would love this. Trent had a regular Starlink mounted inside his plane, the Freedom Fox, but having an independent box that had both battery and Starlink would probably be a better set up.
A DC, xt60, and Anderson plugs would be awesome to add in... I didn't catch if the battery has a solar mppt regulator inside and also the data specs would be great to know for the technical side of it. Keep up your amazing work!
Looks ideal for motorcycle camping or rafting/kayaking. The profile would fit a side pannier, or even better, it could be mounted facing up on a rear luggage rack and used in motion for nav. Mount points or slots for straps would be a handy feature. It’s sized well to act as a battery where other full battery systems are too bulky.
Great build! More USB-C ports would be a great addition. In addition, you might consider adding or using XT-60 connectors as it seems to be somewhat of a standard when it comes to portable solar.
Nice! Maybe one small thing. Just have an ootion with also a spare phine or tablet in it. Or just a screen with a raspberry pi. Or a Meshtastic capable small device. In that way it would be a One box for all emergencies. If you lost everything and just have this box you would be able to be saved. Just an minor tweak to it. But Awsome Idea also as it is!
One big negative and why I can’t use such a device is that the battery capacity is above 150wh (576wh in fact) which makes it impossible to travel by air with, even as carry-on. If only someone made a pack that has multiple removable 100wh modules that makes it legal to fly.
The Star-Batt site says they are considering a "lite" version with a smaller battery under the allowed limit for flying. How about a setup with a small built-in battery that also accepts one or more common tool batteries as extenders? Two or three slots for a Milwaukee M12 or M18 or similar would do nicely. The Star-Batt BMS would handle the safe charge/discharge.
It's not every day that you see a clever and well thought-out design. Having Starlink in general is great for all of the reasons you mention, like getting on those work calls while simultaneously enjoying the great outdoors, calling for help when the 7.3 is broken down in remote areas, or accessing manuals etc. for field repairs, but the waterproof all in one kit is the next level. Leave all your other chargers and batteries at home, grab the bugout Batt, and have an extra layer of protection, solar power, and connection when out in harsh conditions hunting, camping, assisting others in power outages, etc. Imagine using "AI" to design a 3D printed finger splint that is printed and ready at the camper when you get back from your hiking trip/mishap.
many first responders use PlumCases because it gives all options and Starlink doesn't have a dedicate public responder network. Once a bunch of Statlinks are going in a small area network congestion kills the throughput even on priority data plans. East TN & western NC have had issues with that on Starlink since the storm.
So...now that I'm finally mounting Starlink...there's something better? Oh biscuits! Couldn't help it: Big guy in a little car...:) Good to hear from you guys!
Bridging the Starlink via a good HAM radio like an Icom 705 or Xiegu X6200 is a must. Recommend chameleon antenna and a rugged solar / wind turbine charger for batteries in the event gas runs dry. Last but not least, get a real vehicle that won't get flipped by 40 mph winds ;) Edit: I noticed you have a real vehicle that won't get flipped by 40 mph winds LOL.
i was trying to figure out lora but It looked like it didnt work with a phone. I couldnt find a good resourse. If you made two videos , one explaining LORA and what it can do and then make a follow up video with exact hardware we should buy and how to set it up for a family type situation.
I was up in the Tundra and I figure Lora would make it 20 kms, our walkie talkies go about 2km. Between the exploration camp a helicopter and two drill sites that four nodes about 5- to 40 kms away from camp. So we had to use in-reach and sat phones throughout the day. It was slow and cumbersome communication between teams
I would love to see a comparison of your v2 dish vs mini while overlanding. I have a HP dish right now, and it really sucks down the power, I am debating if moving to the mini would work for us.
@@Everlanders Yeh, it seems to a little better with obstructions, but I have not done exhaustive testing with that yet. The speeds on the roam plan are always the same.
I have a mini solar panel and the battery with its inlets for phone and light, and I have my inverter if power goes off like loadshedding issues in South Africa. But we have electricity we not out in the cold yet, we get lots of sunshine wihich is good
Hi Jason, I noticed the slide out mechanism you had for your solar panels on the camper. Exactly what I'd like to do on our caravan. Was this an off the shelf product or did you have it fabricated yourself? Any info greatly appreciated. Thanks John
Nice AD. We need to plant some more of those 110v trees around here. I went through 4 or 5 different cables with my mini as well. Would be sweet if a 50w or even 20w solar panel could go on the lid. My one google search didn't tell me if those can be radio transparent though. Another cool option would be a timed shut off.
Timed shutoff is already an option in the Starlink App... Further, Silicon, the material used in most solar panels, cannot be made radio-transparent because of its inherent electrical properties. Silicon is a semiconductor, meaning it can conduct electricity under certain conditions. It has free electrons and holes (absence of electrons) that allow it to absorb electromagnetic radiation, including radio waves, and convert it into electrical energy. This ability to absorb radiation is crucial for its function in solar panels, where it converts sunlight (primarily in the visible spectrum) into electricity. When radio waves pass through silicon, the material interacts with them, causing attenuation (loss of signal strength). For something to be radio-transparent, it needs to allow radio waves to pass through without significant absorption or reflection, which is not possible with conductive materials like silicon.
I want it to act like an EPIRB, giving my position if I am at sea or after an earthquake. Reduce battery usage. Plus a small solar panel as an option on the case itself, so it can be trickle charged
I agree, but you have the base or clipped inside. Bear in mind most life rafts don't have anything other than the door, so unfurling a 100w panel isn't an option. It doesn't have to be much. Just something to extend the life or give you options should you just be running from a chopper like your picture illustrates, not just camping as your video with a 4x4.
hey man, Please please please can you make this product available to be shipped to Australia? This is perfect for me working away on a minesite with little to no connectivity for 2 weeks at a time
Someone is going to ask so ... I seems you can plug any solar panel into the box to recharge the 500Wh battery. I'm guessing there is a solar charge controller in the box. What is the DC input range for voltage for the controller. You already know you can over panel the controller as it has a solar input max. You cannot over volt the controller. So what is the DC voltage range for the solar charge controller? This suggestion to help a first responder who doesn't spend their time with solar charge controller. Print that spec on the box much like the Bluetti AC180 product.
Great question! The Star-Batt Mini’s DC input range for the solar charge controller is 12-24V, up to 160W. We’ll definitely consider adding that info on the box for easier reference. Thanks for the suggestion!
@@starbattusa One other thought. Print the spec(s) on the underside of the lid. That protects it from the elements as this box seems to be designed for harsh environments. My first thought was to emboss the spec into the mold of the box, but as soon as the batt and solar are updated that might not be so smart. Thanks.
make it bigger so the case can store all the cables and a tri-fold solar panel. eliminate the hefty power brick charger. make the internal battery smaller - 300wh is fine as the “24hrs” time duration isn’t the main selling point, the full kit self contained is the selling point, and it can be recharged easily. Bluetooth the battery for app notifications about battery charge remaining, add exterior lights for charge-left indication.
I have a good friend in Houston,Tx Im in Detroit,MI do you think a long range walkie-talkie would be a good idea for back up if cell phone networks go down would they work seeing they run off cell phone type sim card?
@Everlanders so thats what was my thought, better off with a cell phone. I have a 8db radio signal antenna for my syncrobit hotspot miner and would like to start experimenting more with handheld radios seeing radio waves or some of the most common used for communications.
Not sure what the real benefit of this is, as you still need a vehicle to carry it around. As an alternative approach I have adapted my Mini to work off a POE 48V supply using a waterproof POE splitter mounted on the back of the dish. This works fine over an 85ft ethernet cable, which together with a mini tripod gives me all the dish placement flexibility I need without the expense and charging hassle of a large and not very portable battery.
It sounds like you've got a solid setup already! The Star-Batt Mini is designed for those who need that extra level of ruggedness, durability, and battery capacity. We've used it everywhere-from boats, where it can handle getting knocked around and splashed, to off-road adventures in the side-by-side without worrying about damage. On road trips, we leave it in the truck bed while driving so the family stays connected, and when we stop, it’s quick to grab and redeploy. Think about the search and rescue teams on inflatable boats currently rescuing persons in the Hurricane Helene effected area. Many people need a Star-Batt Mini, but we understand that some Mini users already have the perfect solution for their needs.
@@starbattusa Yes, good points and ideal for many specialist uses. I must admit I was only thinking of it in terms of its utility to the average RVer with easy access to onboard battery power.
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My 80 year old mom in the remnant aftermath of hurricane in western NC could certainly use this right now!
I'm interested in more videos about LoRa radios
+1 from me too. All of your tech videos inspire and motivate me on my quests!
Me too
Yes...... Lora meshtastic videos PLEASE
I'm interested in lora. Seems like it could be neat for keeping tabs on your camper, while you're wandering nearby.
Im interested too
100% interested in more LoRa / Meshtastic info and how it could be used in the outdoor and overland community
Canadian helicopter pilots would love this. We spend a lot of time in the field waiting. Sometimes we wait all day on top of a hill waiting for the call to pick up the field teams. 6 hours with a book and a dying phone.
Hey Chad, nice to hear from you!
Absolutely, reliable power is a game-changer. I used mine out in the Nebraska plains-worked, made video calls, watched Netflix, and kept all my devices charged for a week!
This is a game changer, well done Star-Batt👏 I would love to test out this setup here in the Canadian Arctic.
Would love to see a sesh/series on Meshtastic! Thank you for this great video and info on LoRa
Another fantastic and very interesting video. Thanks for thoroughly explaining the technical details as well, something many other channels don't do. Also, it's clear you enjoy testing these devices to the limit, and have fun doing it.
Hospitals and healthcare need this as a backup now. We are still paying $$$ for sat phones from the 2000's. This solves a lot more coms problems than just a limited sat phone.
Your truck is palatial compared to your current camping vehicle. It never ceases to amaze me how much you can actually stuff into those clown cars. They're quite underrated.
Grea video Jason! I'm definitely interested in getting one of my own
Star-Batt Mini offers a clearer means of communication compared to our Garmin inReach Explorer we carry for emergency backup. Motorcycle off-road touring and hunting/fishing trips take us to very isolate locations. Thank you for this very useful update - just put my name on the list.
Great to see you both camping in northern Saskatchewan - a tad chilly but with the leaf color and sunsets it is so beautiful. Fishing is great at Gem Lakes; tiger & rainbow trout!
Thank you for your support. We are looking forward to crushing our Kickstarter goals and getting units into the wild March '25.
Cool package. I would love to learn more about the lora setup! I was thinking of this as an idea, but you beat me to it!
I found you because of your FREAKIN AWESOME solar setup. Currently bolting a single 100w panel to my chevy volt's roof rack.
Thank you Jason for the great video. You hit all the important points and answered the questions I didn't know I had.
Backcountry Pilots, either professionals throughtout the Canadian and US North, or recreational like Trent Palmer would love this. Trent had a regular Starlink mounted inside his plane, the Freedom Fox, but having an independent box that had both battery and Starlink would probably be a better set up.
Excellent video. It's clever and insightful. I like the additional communication information at the end. Thanks for sharing. God Bless!
Could use that in North Carolina right now as mountain towns are cut off from a lot of communications...
A DC, xt60, and Anderson plugs would be awesome to add in... I didn't catch if the battery has a solar mppt regulator inside and also the data specs would be great to know for the technical side of it. Keep up your amazing work!
Oooh, I would love to learn more about the mesh system!
Looks ideal for motorcycle camping or rafting/kayaking. The profile would fit a side pannier, or even better, it could be mounted facing up on a rear luggage rack and used in motion for nav. Mount points or slots for straps would be a handy feature. It’s sized well to act as a battery where other full battery systems are too bulky.
Just put in my pledge to get one. This looks fantastic
I am interested in a LoRa video. Great Starbatt video
Interested in the meshtastic! We used it at MDRS in spring 2023! (Mars Desert Research Station in Utah)
I am interested in learning more about a mesh network LORA node setup !!
What an elegant solution. One wire and use it. Love it.
Lokks like be a real helpful device. Definitely not something for the casual user/van-lifer but obviously invaluable for disasters
Thank you sir. I shared with my Brother who travels through out America by A class B motor home.
That's a neat solution! I can toss it outside during the day and bring it in to charge at night.
Or get the solar panels and leave it out there 24/7...
Meshtastic YES PLEASE Thank you for every one of your videos!
Great build! More USB-C ports would be a great addition. In addition, you might consider adding or using XT-60 connectors as it seems to be somewhat of a standard when it comes to portable solar.
These solar panels have XT60 on the end of the cable.
Hard to see in the video but I assumed. Just some thoughts. Appreciate the response.
Thanks for the feedback!
Nice product, only thing missing is the RJ-45 Connection on the external, some of us still believe in the good old wire!!
It's there, just plug it in.
Nice! Maybe one small thing. Just have an ootion with also a spare phine or tablet in it. Or just a screen with a raspberry pi. Or a Meshtastic capable small device. In that way it would be a One box for all emergencies. If you lost everything and just have this box you would be able to be saved. Just an minor tweak to it. But Awsome Idea also as it is!
There is plenty of room for a spare phone or tablet of your choosing! 🦾
One big negative and why I can’t use such a device is that the battery capacity is above 150wh (576wh in fact) which makes it impossible to travel by air with, even as carry-on.
If only someone made a pack that has multiple removable 100wh modules that makes it legal to fly.
The Star-Batt site says they are considering a "lite" version with a smaller battery under the allowed limit for flying.
How about a setup with a small built-in battery that also accepts one or more common tool batteries as extenders? Two or three slots for a Milwaukee M12 or M18 or similar would do nicely. The Star-Batt BMS would handle the safe charge/discharge.
@@dathat555 This is great feedback! Star-Batt Lite designed for commercial air travel will be high on our priority list.
Some linq brackets for the back of the snowmobile would be a great addition
Anything that power with solar power helps greatly
It's not every day that you see a clever and well thought-out design. Having Starlink in general is great for all of the reasons you mention, like getting on those work calls while simultaneously enjoying the great outdoors, calling for help when the 7.3 is broken down in remote areas, or accessing manuals etc. for field repairs, but the waterproof all in one kit is the next level. Leave all your other chargers and batteries at home, grab the bugout Batt, and have an extra layer of protection, solar power, and connection when out in harsh conditions hunting, camping, assisting others in power outages, etc. Imagine using "AI" to design a 3D printed finger splint that is printed and ready at the camper when you get back from your hiking trip/mishap.
Thanks so much! That’s exactly what we’re going for-rugged, all-in-one power and connectivity, no matter where you are.
@@starbattusa Looks like you nailed it! Let me know if you need any more testing in the Western USA. Waiting on an excuse to upgrade to the Mini.
Star-Batt would be quite useful for first responders of all types!
We think so too!
many first responders use PlumCases because it gives all options and Starlink doesn't have a dedicate public responder network. Once a bunch of Statlinks are going in a small area network congestion kills the throughput even on priority data plans. East TN & western NC have had issues with that on Starlink since the storm.
So...now that I'm finally mounting Starlink...there's something better? Oh biscuits! Couldn't help it: Big guy in a little car...:) Good to hear from you guys!
Looks like a really awesome product. Wondering about possible military applications 🤔
We have BIG plans and government (sigh) applications are included in them!
I like the star-batt even though I have no starlink!
Great video!
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The LoRa stuff interests also. I've been dabbling in this kinda stuff but yet to try LoRa. Cheers! 👍
More LoRa content please!
Definitely more on the mesh and wifi! cheers!
I was hoping you were going to show us how to make that battery. It looks like a simple build.
Hopefully you will come to us on your way south! 😁😁😁
Thanks for the great review Jason!
Very nice. Yes, please show us how you set up the mqtt using meshtastic. Thanks!
Wow. Very cool! Thanks for reviewing.
Yes please LoRa video from Jason and Kara!!!!
Bridging the Starlink via a good HAM radio like an Icom 705 or Xiegu X6200 is a must.
Recommend chameleon antenna and a rugged solar / wind turbine charger for batteries in the event gas runs dry.
Last but not least, get a real vehicle that won't get flipped by 40 mph winds ;)
Edit: I noticed you have a real vehicle that won't get flipped by 40 mph winds LOL.
Currently in 100kmh winds in the Patagonia in the South of Argentina...
Thanks for another great and informative video!
i was trying to figure out lora but It looked like it didnt work with a phone. I couldnt find a good resourse. If you made two videos , one explaining LORA and what it can do and then make a follow up video with exact hardware we should buy and how to set it up for a family type situation.
I was up in the Tundra and I figure Lora would make it 20 kms, our walkie talkies go about 2km. Between the exploration camp a helicopter and two drill sites that four nodes about 5- to 40 kms away from camp. So we had to use in-reach and sat phones throughout the day. It was slow and cumbersome communication between teams
A node in the heli would be awesome, that's your infinite range glitch right there.
Yes, more meshtastic please!
Another video detailing mesh node please.
I would love to see a comparison of your v2 dish vs mini while overlanding. I have a HP dish right now, and it really sucks down the power, I am debating if moving to the mini would work for us.
No, there's little point the HP dish in my opinion, I get about 225mbps no matter which dish I use.
@@Everlanders Yeh, it seems to a little better with obstructions, but I have not done exhaustive testing with that yet. The speeds on the roam plan are always the same.
as always : game changer video. thanks
I have a mini solar panel and the battery with its inlets for phone and light, and I have my inverter if power goes off like loadshedding issues in South Africa. But we have electricity we not out in the cold yet, we get lots of sunshine wihich is good
YES!! help me understand more about meshtastic.
Great for a cruise ship. Stealth
Great sales speech man i love it.
Of course we need more meshtastic!
Great work!
Hi Jason, I noticed the slide out mechanism you had for your solar panels on the camper. Exactly what I'd like to do on our caravan. Was this an off the shelf product or did you have it fabricated yourself? Any info greatly appreciated. Thanks John
DIY Solar Install: ruclips.net/p/PL0uBLqOOwG8hv9HRxGZvnesMBrUVyiQKf
Nice vid! Hope you didn't hurt that charger!
It seems to work fine. 😇
Would be awesome to see some meshtastic video's!
100% need more Lora content
I am interested in LoRa!
This package would work extremely well for EmComm in a disaster. They need a ruggedized case for the solar panel too.
I would like to see the star link batt mini in a Nanuk case
Why?
Nice AD. We need to plant some more of those 110v trees around here. I went through 4 or 5 different cables with my mini as well. Would be sweet if a 50w or even 20w solar panel could go on the lid. My one google search didn't tell me if those can be radio transparent though. Another cool option would be a timed shut off.
Timed shutoff is already an option in the Starlink App... Further, Silicon, the material used in most solar panels, cannot be made radio-transparent because of its inherent electrical properties. Silicon is a semiconductor, meaning it can conduct electricity under certain conditions. It has free electrons and holes (absence of electrons) that allow it to absorb electromagnetic radiation, including radio waves, and convert it into electrical energy. This ability to absorb radiation is crucial for its function in solar panels, where it converts sunlight (primarily in the visible spectrum) into electricity.
When radio waves pass through silicon, the material interacts with them, causing attenuation (loss of signal strength). For something to be radio-transparent, it needs to allow radio waves to pass through without significant absorption or reflection, which is not possible with conductive materials like silicon.
@@Everlanders Thank you for dropping that knowledge on me! Also hadn't seen that option in the app. I'll have to put that to use.
Very interested in the Lora stuff. :)
I'd like to see Jason getting into and out of the "mini car" ...
ruclips.net/video/N0iJ5o79Ee0/видео.htmlsi=gX5R8grXY6JFrf5b&t=301
Having an EPIRB function or emergency button
I want it to act like an EPIRB, giving my position if I am at sea or after an earthquake. Reduce battery usage. Plus a small solar panel as an option on the case itself, so it can be trickle charged
As mentioned, the case can't have solar panels overtop as the silicon in the panel will snuff the signal...
I agree, but you have the base or clipped inside. Bear in mind most life rafts don't have anything other than the door, so unfurling a 100w panel isn't an option. It doesn't have to be much. Just something to extend the life or give you options should you just be running from a chopper like your picture illustrates, not just camping as your video with a 4x4.
Build it, and I’ll buy one😊
Love your many videos… !
hey man, Please please please can you make this product available to be shipped to Australia? This is perfect for me working away on a minesite with little to no connectivity for 2 weeks at a time
It's already available in Australia:
www.starlink.com/support/article/c086c0c8-78b7-421e-20b9-40f0084d1926
When is the realistic shipping date?
Spring '25!
Someone is going to ask so ... I seems you can plug any solar panel into the box to recharge the 500Wh battery. I'm guessing there is a solar charge controller in the box. What is the DC input range for voltage for the controller. You already know you can over panel the controller as it has a solar input max. You cannot over volt the controller. So what is the DC voltage range for the solar charge controller? This suggestion to help a first responder who doesn't spend their time with solar charge controller. Print that spec on the box much like the Bluetti AC180 product.
Great question! The Star-Batt Mini’s DC input range for the solar charge controller is 12-24V, up to 160W. We’ll definitely consider adding that info on the box for easier reference. Thanks for the suggestion!
@@starbattusa One other thought. Print the spec(s) on the underside of the lid. That protects it from the elements as this box seems to be designed for harsh environments. My first thought was to emboss the spec into the mold of the box, but as soon as the batt and solar are updated that might not be so smart. Thanks.
make it bigger so the case can store all the cables and a tri-fold solar panel. eliminate the hefty power brick charger. make the internal battery smaller - 300wh is fine as the “24hrs” time duration isn’t the main selling point, the full kit self contained is the selling point, and it can be recharged easily. Bluetooth the battery for app notifications about battery charge remaining, add exterior lights for charge-left indication.
Thks for video pls can two heavy rain waterproof usb a & usb c added to outer case thank you stew
More Meshtastic please!
I'm not certain if this is just the battery and case do you have to buy the mini separately or is it all one unit
You need to supply your own Starlink Mini- we supply the rest!
Hahaha love the mini intro
I have a good friend in Houston,Tx Im in Detroit,MI do you think a long range walkie-talkie would be a good idea for back up if cell phone networks go down would they work seeing they run off cell phone type sim card?
I don't know how those could work if there is no cellular... Starlink for the win 🏆
@Everlanders so thats what was my thought, better off with a cell phone. I have a 8db radio signal antenna for my syncrobit hotspot miner and would like to start experimenting more with handheld radios seeing radio waves or some of the most common used for communications.
Definitely interested
Levi is da man.
Brother from another mother!
what about cooling? star link dishes generate a lot of heat - does it nut build up inside the seal box?
5:58
Hello where did you buy the telescope lamp?
amzn.to/4dxlGLE
Find a way to air drop these in remote locations like western NC.
Drone
Tried to buy it but it's not available
theres 3 nukular footballs. Pres, VP, and SEND IT.
good stuff
Sorry if you mentioned it, weight?
27lbs
Maybe that mesh tactic device should be integrated into your orange box?
Probably an unnecessary expense for those who wouldn't use it.
What's the details on the jacket u r wearing later in the video? @everlanders
Is an early version of these:
amzn.to/4eQWTo2
meshtastic++
One suggestion
Colour code the top side so there is no need to open it to check oriantation
The Logo is on the top side, in the lid, thus orientation is pretty simple.
Good idea
Not sure what the real benefit of this is, as you still need a vehicle to carry it around. As an alternative approach I have adapted my Mini to work off a POE 48V supply using a waterproof POE splitter mounted on the back of the dish. This works fine over an 85ft ethernet cable, which together with a mini tripod gives me all the dish placement flexibility I need without the expense and charging hassle of a large and not very portable battery.
It sounds like you've got a solid setup already! The Star-Batt Mini is designed for those who need that extra level of ruggedness, durability, and battery capacity. We've used it everywhere-from boats, where it can handle getting knocked around and splashed, to off-road adventures in the side-by-side without worrying about damage. On road trips, we leave it in the truck bed while driving so the family stays connected, and when we stop, it’s quick to grab and redeploy. Think about the search and rescue teams on inflatable boats currently rescuing persons in the Hurricane Helene effected area. Many people need a Star-Batt Mini, but we understand that some Mini users already have the perfect solution for their needs.
@@starbattusa Yes, good points and ideal for many specialist uses. I must admit I was only thinking of it in terms of its utility to the average RVer with easy access to onboard battery power.