Starlink Mini: Setup & Field Test | Disaster Communications

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  • Опубликовано: 23 дек 2024

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  • @mattstosh6960
    @mattstosh6960 Месяц назад +20

    As you mentioned... Starlink became essential when Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina in late September 2024. It was the only way whole communities cut off from everything - roads gone/Houses vanished in torrential washouts when rivers devastated the area. Ham radio coupled with Starlink became the only way. I'm at 65 degrees north and everyone here is switching including me.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +4

      Thanks for this comment.
      It was hurricane Helene which showed me how/why this technology is important. A regional disaster where infrastructure has collapsed is the perfect use case model for Starlink.
      Although I wouldn't rely entirely on it, an zlways on HF data network augmented by a backup Starlink station sounds reasonable.
      Thanks again.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @cchalfantusa
    @cchalfantusa Месяц назад +17

    What a treat to find a new video from Julian today!

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +6

      Apologies for them coming so irregularly. All my energy is going into the books. 🙏

  • @IAMDONE-k5v
    @IAMDONE-k5v 26 дней назад +2

    Starlink entered the Internet provider market in Kenya last year. I brought my mini over to Uganda and get excellent coverage.

  • @kant777
    @kant777 Месяц назад +7

    Nice video again. Indeed a nice additional tool but with less ham challenge, but hey it really depends in what situation one is. Keep up rolling.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      I couldnt agree more. The situation dictates which tool to use. I will also deploy my slow but robust asynchronous data modes on HF to keep a “survuval” network going. When I need a face to face teaching me how to strip down the transmission in my car, or render critical aid to an injured person, Starlink might be a much better tool, provided in is still operational.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @RocKreations
    @RocKreations Месяц назад +2

    I'm glad you made this video. I've been wanting the mini since they were announced just for mobile/portable ham radio. I'm not even that active of an operator.
    NC and TN hurricane proved otherwise invaluable.

  • @isuhawkeye
    @isuhawkeye Месяц назад +4

    Thanks for sharing the starlink to this community. I love mine and I find it to be an incredible resource

  • @thatswhatshesaid1
    @thatswhatshesaid1 Месяц назад +2

    Hey Julian another great piece of content. You're the GOAT for all the testing you do.

  • @nerdlywehunt
    @nerdlywehunt Месяц назад +8

    The state of Florida deployed over 100 Starlink portables and generators to provide comms to State and county EOC's and directly to some state agency vehicles. The ability to communicate with county, state and federal agencies was instrumental to getting timely damage reports and health and welfare info. The state also deployed over 100 portable generators to gas stations to enable them to pump fuel in the event of power failure. Since banking POS terminals were down in some areas the state jump started the local economy by just gifting everyone 10 gallons of gasoline to all individual recovery efforts to continue after they ran out of gasoline.
    The state of NC was slow to the party and comms were all but impossible until a shipment of Starlinks arrived 2 days after the disaster. All cell and government communications were destroyed because the landslides ripped out the fiber links for almost all of the cell sites. They did however have one repeater site active on a nearby mountain and hams stepped up to handle comms from some areas.
    I am planning to order a starlink mini to add to my bug out vehicle. It indeed does change everything
    73

    • @Deano_K5MPG
      @Deano_K5MPG Месяц назад +1

      What’s your QTH?

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      @nerdlywehunt Thanks for leaving this comment. I seems we can’t always understand the potential benefit, without context like what you shared.
      So often we are stuck in one box or another, fearful to see what is outside the box. Your comment makes it clear that we need a few different boxes.
      Thanks for sharing and 73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @ornotermes
    @ornotermes Месяц назад +11

    If you plan to set up a starlink at home permanently, why not get a router with dual WAN? Then it can transparently switch the entire house to starlink if the fiber goes down.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +4

      That's a great point!

    • @adamghahate3323
      @adamghahate3323 Месяц назад +2

      This comment taught me something today :)

  • @ukcbtv
    @ukcbtv Месяц назад +4

    Great video - really tempted! Is the router side of things configurable for port-forwarding and are the Starlink system ports open for such things as self-hosted web servers, FTP servers, mail servers etc.? Download speeds impressive, but upload speeds may inhibit full-time use for big video uploads - did I hear 11 Mbit/Sec? Not a deal breaker, but a bit slow for large uploads, especially 4K. Cheers.

  • @oldgeekster1
    @oldgeekster1 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you Julian. I now have Starlink home and am considering the Starlink Mini for travel. I am receiving free starlink service until the first of the year at present, and am very thankful for their consideration after hurricane Milton. Funny how life can make you a "believer" in the need for communications of all sorts. 73, Dave

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +2

      Great comment.
      Yeah, I wasn’t a believer until I watched what was happening to Western North Carolina. I had been stationed at Camp Lejeune back in the day, so NC has a place in my heart. Hopefully, tragedy can provide us the context to deploy tools like Starlink and HF radio.
      Thanks for watching and commenting. It is very much appreciated.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

    • @oldgeekster1
      @oldgeekster1 15 дней назад +1

      @@OH8STN Thank YOU Julian for all of the great coverage/observations/contributions over the years! OBTW, I did pull the plug on the Starlink Mini yesterday. 😉

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  15 дней назад +1

      @oldgeekster1 Outstanding and you're very welcome. I've got much more incoming, so stay tuned 👍
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @dougbas3980
    @dougbas3980 Месяц назад +2

    Thanks for added method. I will look into StarLink, maybe replace xfinity/internet link? Thanks for your info.

  • @MrBeersmith
    @MrBeersmith 9 дней назад

    Have you tried a Garmin Mini 2 messenger? It's not Starlink - only for short text messsaging or SOS but the device is 3 oz weight and tiny size, it is small enough to fit in your pocket. There is a small monthly fee, but you can text anyone with a cell phone from your phone or device, and send position reports as well as get weather even if completely off the grid. I carry mine when hiking or boating, but it would also be useful in a regional grid down scenario.

  • @kimcampbell9501
    @kimcampbell9501 Месяц назад +2

    Another great video Julian.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks, much appreciated.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @bhamptonkc7
    @bhamptonkc7 Месяц назад +2

    I like the tent photo with the dog

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks. Sometimes I use AI to generate concept storyboards for upcoming videos. Hopefully, Snapper and I can create this image in real life some day.
      Thanks for the kindness.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @K7AGE
    @K7AGE Месяц назад +2

    I have been considering getting a mini for the same reasons as you did.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      This is wonderful to hear coming from you. Sometimes I'm not sure if I'm climbing up the right tree or not. Thanks for the comments, it really solidifies the decision.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

    • @K7AGE
      @K7AGE Месяц назад +1

      @@OH8STN ordered

  • @johnmknox
    @johnmknox Месяц назад +3

    I wish I had Starlink right now but it is just too expensive. Workmen with a digger accidentally severed my BT fiber internet cable so I've been without internet all week and am needing to use my phones data to watch this on 360p quality. The only issue with Starlink is if we have some major event like solar flares, EMPs, pole shifts, or wars going on there's potential we could lose satellites or they all go haywire. I think HF radios are always going to be more useful for a major SHTF situation. It will be interesting to see what happens when the Tesla Pi phone comes out. Will we be able to use it as a tether and mobile hot spot using Starlink? Maybe that would work out cheaper than the Starlink system itself or perhaps they have a plan to prevent sharing the connection as a hot spot?

    • @kaboom4679
      @kaboom4679 Месяц назад

      There are risks , especially with the sunspot cycle nearing peak and with the current geopolitical angst .
      Not much we can do about the latter and even less the former .
      However , aside from those things beyond our control , Starlink is probably the most robust option available with any kind of useful bandwidth and somewhat affordable cost . It is a proven life saver for non global catastrophes .

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      I agree about HF radio, especially asynchronous data like JS8Call. The thing is, HF radio needs lots of investment in skills. I always use my wife and best friend as examples. Even if they could setup the equipment, they would not know or understand why the frequency might change between day or night. The wouldn’t understand NVIS, ground wave or sky wave. There are so many variables that we must present options for the advance crew like ourselves, without forgetting about the people who might need a grid down comms solution, without atmospheric physics 101.
      I’ll never give up my HF radio or asynchronous data comms. Slow and reliable and would’nt change them for the world. Starlink is just an addition tool, even if we don’t use it that often.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @ChrisMichael-x8j
    @ChrisMichael-x8j Месяц назад +1

    Julian, you seem to have changed from a Surface to an iPad Pro. Would you please explain your reasons for the change. Thanks, Chris

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      I use the iPad Pro M4 for blogging, book writing, and video editing. The Microsoft Surface is still the best option for portable Ham Radio Data modes.

  • @lamh5265
    @lamh5265 Месяц назад +2

    Also, please in the future mention how your ebike is holding up off grid in cold climates and how you keep everything charged to efficiency.

  • @brucew.willett8196
    @brucew.willett8196 Месяц назад +2

    Great video. Very informational. Thank you.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      You are very welcome 🙏

  • @vladimirv1763
    @vladimirv1763 Месяц назад +2

    What's the point of testing "starlink-to-starlink" connectivity in ham context?
    Its like testing a regular cable internet connection.
    What's was the goal to proof?
    In emcom case it will work, i mean it's ground-to sat-to sat -to ground .
    Why shouldn't it? No obstacles, no trees .
    Maybe I'm missing the point, but would you please explain it?

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +3

      Testing Sterlink to Starlink was simply a coincidence. This was more of a demonstration by someone who is a hardened ham radio supporter. He is simply saying 'here's another tool you might want to consider'.
      The video also went into the difficulty of amateur radio, and learning curve. Someone who has never used an HF radio before, isn't going to just grab that rig and be successful the first time. With this, they have a chance.

    • @vladimirv1763
      @vladimirv1763 17 дней назад +1

      @@OH8STN ok, i see , thanks

  • @johndoh7985
    @johndoh7985 Месяц назад +1

    Any idea on when the paper copy of your book will be available? Thanks for all you and the community do.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      Thanks 🙏
      Shooting for a paperback release around the new year couple of months after that the audiobook version.

  • @BobBob-il2ku
    @BobBob-il2ku Месяц назад +1

    I’ve read you can “pause” starlink via only satellites. Do you think it’s feasible to have a starlink powered on so it can still do firmware updates but on pause Then if an emergency happened unpause it?

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      I'm not sure about the firmware updates while it's paused. As soon as my starlink connected to a satellite, this was during the activation process, the firmware was updated first. Anyway, it's a great question but I don't know the answer. The pause feature is accurate and I'm using it already
      73
      Julian oh8stn

    • @BobBob-il2ku
      @BobBob-il2ku Месяц назад

      I’ve read it does do updates while paused so theoretically it should work.

    • @NautilusCL
      @NautilusCL Месяц назад

      ​@@OH8STNI can confirm you can do firmwares updates while it's paused. I have a Starlink V2 with roam service which I use in off-grid camping (areas without cell service) and power it every 2-3 months on my house to get it updated. I can also confirm you can unpause it without problems only via satellite. The last time I used it, I went to a location where I didn't know if was cell service, so I did not unpause it at my home. When I arrived I confirmed no cell service onsite, so I developed the Starlink, it downloaded a firmware upload, and about 10min later I unpaused it and got internet connectivity. I can't wait to get the Mini here in Chile. I will sold my V2 kit because the Mini so much portable and power efficient! Greetings de CE3VRT

  • @toms.7913
    @toms.7913 Месяц назад +1

    I would love your thoughts on the tesla phone via-starlink.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      I would pull the trigger on one if it was available here. The Apple iPhone also has satellite messagng capabilities now. This is good forward motion.

  • @Retrogamer71
    @Retrogamer71 Месяц назад +1

    Does the Starlink app work on Phone. Could I simply connect my phone to the Starlink mini?

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      Indeed yes. This is what Mark was doing in the video. He was using his iPhone. The Starlink just creates a Wi-Fi connection for your phone or tablet or computer to connect to. 👍

  • @dennisschultz1175
    @dennisschultz1175 Месяц назад +1

    Can you send link for power bank? Also what adapter goes between power bank and starlink?

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      I'll drop all the links in the AM. 👍

  • @cabracove
    @cabracove Месяц назад +1

    You best have a stack of LFPs, even a mini burns a lot of power. I run a Gen 3 with a 460AH.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      Indeed. 40 watts during start up. 17 watts when connected. Mini seems more efficient.

    • @cabracove
      @cabracove Месяц назад

      @@OH8STN I just converted the Gen 3 to 12V. That should help a bit, not losing power going pack and forth with the inverter. We'll see.

  • @MauricioOdio
    @MauricioOdio Месяц назад +1

    Hello Julien, what Anker battery you are using?
    73 TI2MOT

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      Anker Prime 250w. I'll add links after a nap. I'm 19 hours into my day.

    • @MauricioOdio
      @MauricioOdio Месяц назад

      @@OH8STN thank you. I already have a mini. Today made PowerPole cables for it to use with LiFePo battery. 73.

  • @knightshousegames
    @knightshousegames Месяц назад +3

    I feel like theres this misconception about Starlink, that it is "Off Grid" when in reality, you are still relying on someone else's infrastructure, so it's about as off grid as a cell phone.
    Is it useful technology? I guess? But so is a cell phone. All this tech does is use a dish instead of a tower. You still have to hope that Space X keeps the project running and continues to allow you to use it.

    • @gravijta936
      @gravijta936 Месяц назад +2

      "Off-grid" typically refers to being off the electrical grid, or at least it used to. Sometimes when people say "off-grid" they really mean "self-sufficient" or "self-reliant," which I believe is what you are describing. Being self-sufficient includes being off-grid, but being off-grid doesn't necessarily mean being self-sufficient.

    • @knightshousegames
      @knightshousegames Месяц назад

      @@gravijta936 I can see that definition mattering for other devices, but for communications specifically, I figure outside networks required to use a system would be a far more important factor
      After all, if we are only counting the power grid for the definition of "off grid" then cell phones are off grid, since cell towers have batteries and generators that keep them running when the grid goes down.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      There is no mention of Starlink being 'off grid' in this video. Moreover, towards the end of the video, Starlinks dependence on the 'man in the middle' was discussed as one of the downsides. What you might be missing are a few use cases.
      1. A regional disaster where local infrastructure has failed. Use Starlink for emergency internet access
      2. Used by disaster relief teams for portable, rapid deployment internet.
      3. Compared to z cell phone base stations, the base stations orbit 300 miles above the surface of tge Earth, outside the disaster zone.
      Starlink saved lives during Hurricane Helene:
      Emergency Internet Access: Starlink, a satellite internet service, deployed hundreds of free devices and provided unlimited data plans to remote areas affected by Hurricane Helene. This enabled communication and access to vital information, such as weather updates, emergency services, and relief efforts.
      Lifeline for Isolated Communities: Starlink’s satellite-based internet service reached areas with destroyed or damaged infrastructure, providing a critical lifeline for communities cut off from traditional communication networks. This allowed residents to contact loved ones, receive critical updates, and access essential services.
      Coordination and Response: Starlink’s internet access facilitated coordination between local officials, emergency responders, and relief organizations, enabling more effective response and recovery efforts. This included sharing critical information, such as damage assessments, resource allocation, and evacuation routes.
      Reduced Risk of Injury or Death: By providing reliable communication, Starlink helped reduce the risk of injury or death due to delayed or miscommunicated information. For example, emergency responders could quickly receive updates on damaged infrastructure, allowing them to prioritize rescue efforts and avoid putting themselves or others at risk.

    • @knightshousegames
      @knightshousegames Месяц назад +1

      @@OH8STN ​ @OH8STN Well, Off grid was in the title of the video before just now, but it's fine, I won't mention it if you don't. Also 3:31 if you wanna scrub that as well.
      Like I've said, I'm not saying the tech isn't useful, I just feel like it's a bit overhyped right now as this perfect offgrid solution ever since Helene. Someone I grew up with is in Ashville, and I'm sure those services helped him.
      I am just also recognizing that the service has the "man in the middle" issue you mentioned, I just don't trust the fact that only one company provides it, so it leads to issues with a monopoly, similar to issues some parts of the US have with broadband access. And really, for what you get, it's awfully expensive, and thats only gonna get worse until theres competition, and when Space X basically control most of the commercial space flight in America, well, theres a bit of a conflict of interest there if competitors wanna get their satellites up there to launch their own system.
      Ultimately, even though it's not connected to the electrical grid, it's still kinda hard to call it an offgrid solution when it relies on so much established infrastructure. It's just a different type of infrastructure.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      ​@knightshousegames so you start by calling me a liar, then referencing one of my off-grid camper trips in lapland, completely out of context, as "proof". OK 🤣
      Here's the cold hard truth. How you "Feel" doesn't constitute reality! You made some good points, but let your emotions ruin what would have been an objective discussion. Why not redeem yourself by suggesting for us a cost effective emergency internet alternative for rural communities where communications infrastructure has been destroyed by a natural disaster?
      We'll wait for your reply.

  • @johnkeo358
    @johnkeo358 Месяц назад +1

    A satellite is basically a space hardened repeater for the most part anyway

  • @kd6hucatmsndotcom
    @kd6hucatmsndotcom Месяц назад +1

    I'm pretty excited for your pursuits even if I'm only at 46 Degrees North 🎉

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      🙏🤣

  • @Kody10538
    @Kody10538 Месяц назад +1

    I just wish the monthly wasn't so expensive. $50 a month for 50GB. It adds up quick.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      Agreed 💯

  • @henlego
    @henlego Месяц назад +2

    Would be interesting to use the starlink to report WSPR signals out in the middle of nowhere

  • @gustav316
    @gustav316 Месяц назад +2

    I have used starlink at 90 degrees north and got 250+ MBps download speeds - satellite coverage there is NOT an issue and you dont need many because there aren’t alot of users up there….

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      Well said! 🙏👍

  • @jasonmilldrum
    @jasonmilldrum Месяц назад +1

    I have a Gen 2 Starlink and here at 45 deg N our speeds aren't any better than yours, but we do have about half the latency that you do, which isn't that surprising. Still, your numbers aren't bad, all things considered. I'd certainly take that in an emergency. Or just camping. :)

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks for letting me know. Yeah these numbers are better than the DSL we had 5-10 years ago. so no complaints.
      Winter is here, so perhaps it is time to take it out for an overnight in the cold.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

  • @pmadams65
    @pmadams65 Месяц назад +6

    “Not replacing ham radio but augmenting its capabilities”. Right. Starlink is a paid subscription service. In the US, that starts at about $120/month (mobile is somewhat cheaper but lacks baseline functionality). That’s a hefty subscription fee. Comparing amateur radio to Starlink is inappropriate since as hams we don’t have that sort of funding, nor does it cost us a subscription fee.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +2

      @pmadams65
      You quoted what I said in the video, then ignore it with your analysis..
      Bullet points:
      1. Winlink - Augmenting ham radio for those of us using Ham Radio for disaster preparedness. For example, using Starlink as an internet gateway for my Winlink BBS. This means emergency stations can still send and receive email, even when the grid is down regionally.
      2. Price - For hurricane Helene, Starlink waved the monthly charge which isn’t that bad anyway. I purchased the hardware for $349. The monthly is about $40, but only needs to be activated when Starlink is used. This is the price for Starlink Mini, which has the same connection functionality as Gen 3, minus the router and current consumption. On the Mini, the router and Wi-Fi AP are built into the enclosure. Under $500 for emergency internet doesn’t sound that bad to me.
      3. HF Radio - I do not compare Starlink with HF Radio. As I said, it is an additional tool in the tool box. I generally prefer to keep JS8Call and Winlink up and running 24/7/365, whether or not there is an emergency. Unlike Starlink, HF Radio is not going to let me dial directly into anybody with an internet connection (outside the disaster area) like Starlink can.
      4. A non technical person with no radio experience has almost zero chance of making use of HF radio in a grid down scenario. We train for years to build core skills, then continue practising, to maintain and improve those skills. Starlink requires you to throw the dish on the ground, point it north, then connect to a Wi-Fi network. Your emergency internet is now ready to go.
      5 Triggered complaining - Rather than complaining about the capabilities shown in this video, why not provide us an alternative which provides the same functionality as demonstrated in this video, and at a similar cost? This would be more helpful!
      Finally, it is perfectly ok to disagree with how I use and augment my communications strategy with Starlink. No one will hold a gun to your head and make you do what I do. Moreover, you shouldn't be so narrow minded about someone presenting an unconventional solution. Hurricane Helene showed us how useful Starlink can be.

    • @pmadams65
      @pmadams65 Месяц назад

      @ I’ve enjoyed your channel(s) for years and always learn something new from them. I wasn’t complaining about the capabilities of Starlink; its usefulness is well known. In point of fact, I wasn’t complaining about anything. I was pointing out that Starlink is typically a rather expensive service whereas amateur radio has no subscription fees.

  • @robertjordan4755
    @robertjordan4755 Месяц назад +1

    Some Starlinks run NS and EW

  • @dougdaniels
    @dougdaniels Месяц назад +4

    I'm way behind the curve in the digital radio realm. I'm guessing that's going to change when I get the book. Having all kinds of problems getting started with JS8 on my KX2. I'm sure it's something simple. Long in the tooth but still looking to continue to learn.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      I saw your email but I haven't had a chance to reply yet. I've been working for about 2:00 in the morning till about 9:00 at night. That error you wrote me about is just telling you that the software can't communicate with your radio. There's two options if you can't get it to work. The first one is to just not use cat control. Because that error is related to communication between your radio and your software. So just change the frequency yourself. The other option is to figure out which one of those settings is wrong. I don't have a kx2 here so it's difficult to figure out which one is the culprit.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +3

      By the way there's more than one book coming out. The one you'll probably be most interested in is grid down data Communications. That's an entire book on data Communications.

    • @dougdaniels
      @dougdaniels Месяц назад

      @@OH8STN No sweat, I know you're busy! I thought about not using CAT control, and I might short term, but I have to know the answer.

    • @dougdaniels
      @dougdaniels Месяц назад

      @@OH8STN Can't wait!!

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      @dougdaniels okay here's a couple of things to check. Baud rate, other com port settings eg 8-N-1, software used for CAT control (fldigi is troublesome) I prefer omnirig.
      Hoping this helps.

  • @Jed-q2q
    @Jed-q2q Месяц назад +1

    Excellant

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      Thanks. Performance was actually quite surprising.
      Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @bhamptonkc7
    @bhamptonkc7 Месяц назад +1

    I am thinking of ways to enhance my ham radio by leveraging the starlink

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      Same here. Hoping to run the Winlink bms via starlink.

  • @JohnTarbox
    @JohnTarbox Месяц назад +1

    Julian, as you know, a radio transmitter makes an excellent artillery magnet. From an OPSEC point of view, do you have any concerns about a serialized device that instantly pops up your identity and location at multiple Starlink operational centers around the world? DE WA1KLI

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +2

      I do! 6 and 12 gigahertz stand out like a sore thumb. I've seen the videos of them being targeted in Ukraine. I see this as a natural disaster type tool. I wouldn't deploy it anywhere where it could get me deleted.
      73
      Julian oh8stn

    • @NautilusCL
      @NautilusCL Месяц назад +2

      We are ham radio operators, not military soldier's... By the way, Ham radio gets prohibited right away on almost every country involved on a military conflict... So is not totally safe to transmit on a war context anyway...

    • @mikemcnamara3777
      @mikemcnamara3777 Месяц назад +2

      Just run it remotely.

  • @braidybecket8946
    @braidybecket8946 Месяц назад +1

    Getting satellites into higher latiude orbits is expensive. You need high latitude launch sites and don't have the advantage of using the earth's rotation to reduce the fuel on launch.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      It is a good thing we have the falcon 9.

    • @braidybecket8946
      @braidybecket8946 Месяц назад

      @@OH8STN It will still cost more per item to get the orbits above 65 degrees. Unless the Russians let them be launched from Plesetsk.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      @braidybecket8946 Elon has already discussed additional starlink sats for polar regions. Anyway, it's working extremely well so far.

  • @garytedlock7533
    @garytedlock7533 Месяц назад +4

    Julian, This question has nothing to do with Starlink, So what company made your fat bike and did you ever make a video about it ? Thanks KD9WTH Gary

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +1

      My fatbike is a GZR Raw 2019. It's a Chinese copy of a Swedish copy of a, ...
      I'm planning some winter outings on the bike. Just waiting on the final version of my rigid contacts.

    • @garytedlock7533
      @garytedlock7533 Месяц назад +1

      Thanks, Julian. I'm trying to decide between a fat bike or a Rokon. The Rokon is gas, though. That's the bad thing.But it will go anywhere, and it can up to 2500 lbs. Thanks again

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      @@garytedlock7533 No problem Gary. If I were doing it again, I would probably get a 29er Fat bike. More narrow wheels means going further on the same battery assist. As I have a fat bike already, the idea of adding a gas or diesel powered quad bike to my inventory is quite attractive. Some I can use to carry wood to the cabin, the harvest back honme or to the cabin, or just move greater distances with little effort. My fat bike will always be part of my gear. It provides an easy to charge and maintain method of transportation useful in a grid down or fair saving money when energy prices are high.

    • @garytedlock7533
      @garytedlock7533 Месяц назад

      @@OH8STN Rokon is not a quad. It's a 2 wheel ,2 wheel drive

    • @garytedlock7533
      @garytedlock7533 Месяц назад

      ROKON

  • @gsanto
    @gsanto Месяц назад

    Starlink is for sure exceptional for off grid, but in a grid down event the internet itself will it really work? If telegram’s servers are down telegram won’t work, same for mail, dns, etc
    So even if the starlink network will work probably all the different ways to communicate over the internet won’t work or the will suffer massive disruption
    An incredible tool but radio is still the main tool in a grid down event

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад +2

      For a widespread grit down event, I wouldn't use starlink. For a widespread massive event like that, I would rely on robust and reliable HF radio. But as we've recently seen in Hurricane helene, the internet wasn't down for example 100 Mi away, it was only down in the local affected area. In that case, people in the affected area needed to reach Beyond line of sight to where the internet was working the best way to do that, was with satellite.
      Regarding the cost, once you have the Starlink hardware, there is no monthly charge until you activate it. Compared to the price of a HF radio, starlink is quite reasonably priced.

  • @ShaneSaxson
    @ShaneSaxson Месяц назад

    Are starlink satellites emp hardened.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  Месяц назад

      Probably not. However, there are so many of them moving across the sky, an EMP would take out those within line of sight, but thousands more would remain unaffected.

  • @Subgunman
    @Subgunman 27 дней назад

    Unfortunately I cannot afford the initial cost of this system not to mention the monthly fees. However I cannot afford to be off line either. I am Paying the same fees for service which is both internet as well as telephony which is now basically VoIP since the modem has a pair to pots line outputs which serve for landline as well as internet service. The telco provider has serious issues with backup power to the DSLAMS that provide the fiber to copper translation. When the electric company looses power the translators shut down since they require power to operate. They are equipped with a UPS system but the telco provider has not provided batteries for the system to work properly. Still waiting for a bit over a year for the fiber instal. Even received a Nokia fiber to Ethernet interface but it’s just sitting around gathering dust.

    • @OH8STN
      @OH8STN  27 дней назад

      Understood. Price is slowly coming down. Monthly ax well. If you use it simply for disaster comms, you can keep it deactivated, then started up once the disaster starts. Even if the internet is down the dish still has connection with SpaceX servers.

  • @adcaptandumvulgus4252
    @adcaptandumvulgus4252 Месяц назад

    Since star link is in Leo does that mean if a few are destroyed it will set off a chain reaction and all the debris crashes into all the other satellites and makes it near impossible to leave Earth again for a while, ya?

  • @chrissewell1608
    @chrissewell1608 28 дней назад

    Who is this guy? Where is Julian? 🤓
    Ha ha... Where are his glasses?

  • @damonsilvey4137
    @damonsilvey4137 14 дней назад

    A

  • @johnbuchman4854
    @johnbuchman4854 Месяц назад

    I've got a Hayes Smartmodem 1200 baud if you have a wired phone line...