You have to clamp either positive or negative, not both. When you do both the magnetic field produced by the current in both directions cancel each other out.
Here's the simplest way to ensure enough voltage / power. Buy a simple USB-C PD adapter for the cig lighter. Think I paid $12 on Amz. Then use a 5521 to USB-C adapter cable (about $10 or less) and you're running up to 20V to the Mini and won't suffer those borderline 12V sags that cause the Mini to shut down.
@@Chasing518 USB-PD power supply devices communicate with the device they are powering/charging, and then provide the voltage, watts, etc that are appropriate for that device. Thus a USB-C PD device can provide different voltages such as 5V, 9V, 15V and 20V, depending upon which the receiving device requires.
I have a starlink mini. Mine needs a minimum of 20v dc to bootup and connect to the satellites. I use a 12v to 20v step up converter. Next time you power it up you should show the speed test.
They said the same thing about first generation Starlink not use in motion..which is a total lie because me and my brother use it every time we go to Colorado and watch movies no problem..or even mexico don’t let starlink rules stop you from enjoying your internet anywhere. Still debating on either getting the mini so my 1st gen stays residential
@@JulioGonzalez-bg7yv yeah, my understanding is that the FCC license for the device doesn’t cover “in motion”, and that the product/technology has no problem physically doing it. I take off grid trips with and without the family, so the mini is a perfect addition for me, that way the residential can stay online at home for the family.
i had a 12 to 13.7 mini 3 amp converter .. burned it due to test . it could make 8 to 13v // sturdy 13.7 but when alternator hits i guess it might block the converter .. it was definately a boost one.. and no buck boost regulator.... which is what u want to minimize losses
The mini needs at least 12 volts. If you start with 12 volts and put a 45 foot cable on it, you don't get 12 volts at the other end (voltage drop through the cable). So if you plan to use the stock cable, get a 12 to 24 volt step up converter. Connect that to your car, and the starlink to the 24 volt output. You'll be fine.
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You have to clamp either positive or negative, not both. When you do both the magnetic field produced by the current in both directions cancel each other out.
@@trace9130 exactly what I realized while editing! Doh!
Hence the “I’m not sure I trust that” comment 😅
Exactly the video I needed. Bought mine today. Looking forward to using it to spend more time with my family
@@QuintonHamp awesome! I am working on part 2 now, let me know if you want to see/try anything else.
Dude your still around! This is will from southern Oregon
Hey! How you been?! 🤘🏻
Great information! I would love one, but would only use it a few times a year.
@@wheeledlyfe my guess is I use it once a month, and if it ever saves my bacon, it was worth it.
@@Chasing518 Great point! Love it as a recovery/survival tool!
Here's the simplest way to ensure enough voltage / power. Buy a simple USB-C PD adapter for the cig lighter. Think I paid $12 on Amz. Then use a 5521 to USB-C adapter cable (about $10 or less) and you're running up to 20V to the Mini and won't suffer those borderline 12V sags that cause the Mini to shut down.
@@5thGenNativeTexan oh! I didn’t know USB C pd was using higher volts!
Could you post links to the Amz items
@@j1bird2kyes! I wanted to run it all for a bit before I suggested items. Part 2 will be up in a couple days and i will include links.
@@Chasing518 USB-PD power supply devices communicate with the device they are powering/charging, and then provide the voltage, watts, etc that are appropriate for that device. Thus a USB-C PD device can provide different voltages such as 5V, 9V, 15V and 20V, depending upon which the receiving device requires.
@@5thGenNativeTexanoh! That’s super cool. Thanks for the info!
I have a starlink mini. Mine needs a minimum of 20v dc to bootup and connect to the satellites. I use a 12v to 20v step up converter. Next time you power it up you should show the speed test.
You have a fleet of cars? 😮
That’s more impressive than the Starlink 🎉
@@kamakaziozzie3038 i have yard full of projects, but. “Fleet” makes it sound a little nicer!
They said the same thing about first generation Starlink not use in motion..which is a total lie because me and my brother use it every time we go to Colorado and watch movies no problem..or even mexico don’t let starlink rules stop you from enjoying your internet anywhere. Still debating on either getting the mini so my 1st gen stays residential
@@JulioGonzalez-bg7yv yeah, my understanding is that the FCC license for the device doesn’t cover “in motion”, and that the product/technology has no problem physically doing it. I take off grid trips with and without the family, so the mini is a perfect addition for me, that way the residential can stay online at home for the family.
i had a 12 to 13.7 mini 3 amp converter .. burned it due to test . it could make 8 to 13v // sturdy 13.7 but when alternator hits i guess it might block the converter .. it was definately a boost one.. and no buck boost regulator.... which is what u want to minimize losses
If you have an ethernet cable to plug in to a laptop maybe could you run a speedtest that way? Good video
I’m not sure I do, let me see if I can find something. Good idea
The starlink app has a speedtest built right in.
Theres a plan for in motion use with it ....
@@Smittyz1 oh yeah? That wasn’t an option for me when I signed up.
Any anyone here can tell me if I can hardwire to a switch panel in my car?
@@VCBP-415 i would. Just needs minimum of 12v, so make sure you don’t have any voltage drop through your circuit and you’ll be fine.
The mini needs at least 12 volts. If you start with 12 volts and put a 45 foot cable on it, you don't get 12 volts at the other end (voltage drop through the cable). So if you plan to use the stock cable, get a 12 to 24 volt step up converter. Connect that to your car, and the starlink to the 24 volt output. You'll be fine.
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