"This is why I've been trialing the a portable satellite comms unit that is a dish and Wi-Fi router all built into a small package measuring 11.75 inches by 10.2 inches and 1.45 inches thick. All you need to do is find a clear patch of sky, add power, and you're surfing the web again (or whatever the kids say these days)."
"My solution is to power the Starlink Mini dish using a power bank and a suitable USB-C to DC cable . Starlink's own specifications state that the Mini dish requires a minimum of 100W (20V/5A) power source, but also note that the dish "will not work with USB PD ratings below 65W (12-48V)," implying that a 65W USB-C power bank should be sufficient."
Portable satellite communication options include basic messenger units and satellite routers, but many suffer from high cost, limited data transfer speeds, and constrained flexibility. The Starlink Mini combines a dish and Wi-Fi router into a compact unit measuring 11.75 inches by 10.2 inches and 1.45 inches thick. The Mini needs a clear patch of sky and an external power source to operate. Vehicle 12V systems and portable power stations can supply power, though vehicle use risks draining the battery and power stations are bulky. A USB-C power bank used with a suitable USB-C to DC cable can power the Mini. Starlink specifies a minimum of 100W (20V/5A) but states the dish "will not work with USB PD ratings below 65W (12-48V)," implying a 65W USB-C power bank may suffice.
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