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Wiring: The wire provided with the Starlink Mini is long enough to reach the solar arch but the 28 gauge wire inside results in a large voltage loss (approximately 7V over 30 feet), causing frequent reboots of the system<br> | Wiring: The wire provided with the Starlink Mini is long enough to reach the solar arch but the 28 gauge wire inside results in a large voltage loss (approximately 7V over 30 feet), causing frequent reboots of the system<br> | ||
Upgrade: Use a small Victron DC-to-DC converter boosts the 12VDC (13.3V) up to 24VDC to eliminate reboots<br> | Upgrade: Use a small Victron DC-to-DC converter boosts the 12VDC (13.3V) up to 24VDC to eliminate reboots<br> | ||
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*WikiPage:'' [https://strikhedonia.com/Seawind1160Wiki/index.php?title=DC_to_DC_Converter Internal Link]<br> | |||
Latest revision as of 17:05, 13 September 2026
General
Manufacturer: Starlink
Model/Part Number: Mini
Location: Stern berth closet with an On/Off switch located on the starboard stairs ledge
Wiring: The wire provided with the Starlink Mini is long enough to reach the solar arch but the 28 gauge wire inside results in a large voltage loss (approximately 7V over 30 feet), causing frequent reboots of the system
Upgrade: Use a small Victron DC-to-DC converter boosts the 12VDC (13.3V) up to 24VDC to eliminate reboots
Links
- WikiPage: Internal Link
