NZ Starlink installer with more robust, custom mount
Published: 10/15/21, 12:55 PM
Back in August, we announced a Starlink dish (dishie) installation service and have completed a number of these for customers.
One of the first things we identified is the mount accessories provided by Starlink aren't great. In the top left image above, we've included an example of an installation using the official Starlink Volcano Roof Mount, which you can pay an extra $79 for. While in general it'll work OK, we're worried about the longevity of installation in higher wind zones.
So we've spent a couple of days in the workshop and have adapted an existing mount design that we use for our other rural broadband services, for Dishie. Check out the results in the top middle, top right & bottom photos in the collage above.
As you can see, the base of Dishie fits snuggly inside our mount, which is supported by two stays.
If you're thinking about ordering Starlink or you have already made an order and your equipment is on the way, by booking an installation with Full Flavour you don't need to worry about or purchase any additional mount accessories from Starlink, as our custom mount is included in our professional installation.