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Ep 17 | Residential Starlink for your boat
October 6, 2022 · 5 min · 2K views · Marina La Paz
What this video covers
The crew of Blue Pearl uses a residential Starlink unit for internet connectivity while cruising in Mexico.Watch Because the residential plan requires a fixed service address, they enable the portability feature through the Starlink app to maintain service while moving between locations.0:15 The residential hardware costs $600, and adding portability results in a monthly expense comparable to the RV-specific plan.1:09 While the RV model offers more flexibility for pausing service, it receives lower priority in congested areas.0:58 The maritime version remains prohibitively expensive at $10,000 for hardware and $5,000 per month for service.1:32 To order hardware to a complex location like Marina La Paz, the crew recommends using a Google Maps plus code in the service address field.3:36 Setup involves using the Starlink app to scan the sky for obstructions, though the system functions well even in areas flagged as iffy.3:06 If the unit resets due to power fluctuations, users can reconfigure the network via the app, noting that the Wi-Fi signal may appear as "Stinky" rather than "Starlink."1:54
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