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The video discusses a review of Starlink, focusing on cost, setup, and performance. Topics include setting up the dish, connectivity process, internet speed improvements, and decision-making regarding mounting options. The speaker shares their experience with Starlink in remote locations and touches on aspects like power consumption, energy savings, and the importance of a reliable internet connection for activities like uploading YouTube videos. The video also covers using portable Wi-Fi routers, extenders, repeaters, and ongoing costs associated with Starlink subscriptions. The speaker invites questions, likes, and subscriptions before concluding with gratitude to the viewers.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their review of Starlink, previously known as RV, focusing on cost, setup, power consumption, mounting options, and flat conversion kits. The upfront cost is around £450, while refurbished units are available for about £180 with a 12-month warranty. Monthly unlimited data costs are £85. Setting up involves antennas, routers, and cables, with an easy initial setup process. The speaker talks about powering the system off habitation batteries, mounting it on a van roof, and considering 12V DC conversion. Flat conversion kits for permanent roof mounting are also discussed.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains the process of setting up a dish for connectivity. The base is securely attached, and the dish is placed on the roof. Cables are connected, and the device is powered using 240 volts. The Starlink app is used for control, registration, and account setup. Different regions can be selected for usage. A trial period of 14 days is offered. The app guides the user through the connection process, including orientation and network establishment. Firmware updates may be required. The speaker notes that the system is usually online within 2 minutes and discusses the upload and download speeds, with an emphasis on the importance of the upload speed for activities like uploading large YouTube videos.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their experience with internet connectivity using Starlink in a remote location. They highlight the significant improvement in download and upload speeds compared to their regular connection. The speaker details how the Starlink connection allows for high-quality voice over IP usage without lag, enabling seamless work from remote locations. Additionally, they mention the convenience of using Wi-Fi calling through Starlink when cellular coverage is unavailable. The speaker explains why they have not converted to a Flat Mount or 12-volt setup, citing that their 4G Wi-Fi setup works well in most locations, especially when traveling to areas with poor phone network coverage.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the decision not to flat-mount and convert their Starlink setup due to the high cost and lack of flexibility. They prefer the current setup for its versatility, allowing them to easily transfer the equipment to different locations. The speaker also explains how flat mounting could result in slower connection speeds due to satellite orientation issues, affecting data transmission. They emphasize the importance of optimal connection for their YouTube uploads. Additionally, converting to 12 volts would lead to energy savings, but the benefits are weighed against the costs and implications for usage.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the process of converting a device to save watts and the considerations involved, such as voiding the warranty. The device appears to have vents for cooling, and there is a suggestion to use a knife to separate parts for a flat mount option. The speaker also mentions issues with device movement in strong winds but overall no major problems, and the device is weather-sealed for rain but signal strength may be weakened in heavy precipitation.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a satellite dish’s snow melt function, which increases power usage to around 70 Watts to melt ice and snow on the dish, improving data connection and preventing snow buildup that could add extra weight. The video also covers the starlink subscription’s ongoing monthly cost of £85, which can be paused at any time but requires an internet connection to unpause it, allowing for a seamless reactivation before reaching remote locations.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker shares their experience using a portable Wi-Fi router in forested areas. They highlight that as long as they have a clear view of the sky within 20 meters all around, the router connects well. The speaker explains how they store the router in their van and use a glinet ac300 gigabit wireless router extender adapter to enhance the Wi-Fi range. They mention that the router does not have Ethernet ports but provide a solution for connecting devices and extending the Wi-Fi range using the adapter.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses using a WiFi repeater to extend the range of WiFi connectivity. This setup involves connecting a device to a repeater to access the internet from a further distance. The repeater has two ethernet ports for additional connectivity. The speaker shares their experience using this setup with Starlink for remote internet access. They mention the ease of setting it up and managing it through a browser. The speaker also touches on the number of devices that can be connected, suggesting it can handle up to 16 devices. They provide insights on the costs and benefits of using Starlink for remote work, emphasizing the fast and reliable internet access it provides.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker encourages viewers to leave any questions in the comments section and promises to respond. They request likes and subscriptions for more content. Finally, the speaker thanks the viewers for watching and says goodbye.