Dishy Dualie DC FAQs
The Dishy Dualie DC Starlink power supply is an excellent solution for powering your Starlink™ Standard Actuated V2.
It allows you to run your Starlink™ Standard Actuated V2 and router directly from 12V or 24V DC power systems, avoiding the efficiency losses associated with AC inverters. The onboard 48V boost converter operates with peak efficiency of over 95%, ensuring longer connectivity.
Featuring a dual PoE capability, this power supply can simultaneously power a PoE-capable router from the same DC source. The router voltage is jumper-selectable between the input voltage (for lower voltage routers using passive PoE) and 48V (for 802.3at/af routers). For non-PoE routers powered independently, the router port voltage can be disabled by removing the jumper.
The unit provides three independent remote shutdown signals, allowing you to connect single-pole switches to selectively disable the Dishy terminal, the router, or the DC-DC converter to conserve battery power.
With a wide input range of 10-30V DC, it operates seamlessly from both 12V and 24V batteries. The device includes built-in protections such as reverse polarity, input and output fuses, and under-voltage lockout to prevent deep battery discharge. It also features pluggable terminal blocks for easy wiring.
The Dishy Dualie is supplied with Router POE disabled and has been tested to ensure it functions correctly.
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Does it work with Performance/Marine/In-Motion Dishy?
The current version of the power supply is not tested or recommended for use with the performance dishy, as it requires more power than V2 rectangular. However, we do have a performance dish on hand and will be developing a higher output version specifically for it in the future. You can subscribe for updates on boondocker.io, and we'll send out an announcement when it's ready.
Does it work with the Gen 3 model?
Yes!
Will non-PoE capable routers be damaged if attached to the PoE router port?
The passive PoE voltage at the router port can be disabled by removing the router PoE voltage selection jumper.
[STARVMOUNT NOTE: Connecting a non-PoE router to the Dishy Dualie Router’s Ethernet port with PoE enabled will likely damage the PoE chip on the Dishy Dualie. To prevent accidental damage, all Dishy Dualie units supplied via Starvmount have the Router PoE jumper set to disable Router’s Ethernet port PoE functionality.]
My PoE enabled router requires 36-56V PoE voltage, can I use the 48V output of the boost converter to power my router?
Yes, the Dishy Dualie DC includes a jumper that allows router PoE voltage selection between the input voltage, or the 48V output from the boost converter. The jumper can also be removed to disable PoE output on the router port to operate with non-PoE enabled routes.
Can I power it with a cigarette lighter adapter?
No, you cannot.
How do I wire the remote shutdown?
The Remote switch terminal is for wiring SPST switches between the "common" and the respective shutdown terminal. The "Router Switch" is to independently control power to a PoE powered router. The "DC-DC switch" terminal is for disabling the entire 48V boost converter (and is the lowest power consumption state). The "Dishy switch" is for independently disabling the Dishy (for example if you want to leave a PoE router running on LTE, but disable the starlink to conserve power).
What is the UVLO select jumper for?
It selects the minimum operating voltage to prevent deep battery discharge and maintain stability of the boost converter. It can be set to 20V for 24V systems.
I blew a fuse!
Unfortunately, due to supply chain complexities, we had to develop the board with some non-replaceable surface mount fuses. The main fuse is a standard automotive blade fuse, but there are 2 small surface mount fuses to prevent against shorts in the Dishy connector/cable. As such, unless you have the technical capability to de-solder and replace them, we will have to replace the board. Please get in touch with [email protected] with the subject line [BLOWN FUSE].
What are the dimensions of the board/enclosure?
109.5mm x 97.4mm x 25mm (board)
114.8mm x 111.5mm x 44mm (enclosure)
Can I use a PoE splitter?
Yes, we recommend the UCTRONICS UC-3AF-USBC. You connect the splitter to the Dualie and leave the PoE jumper installed and then connect the router to the splitter and power will not be applied to the ethernet port but will be applied to the USB-C connector.
What router should I use?
Our recommendation is a 48v PoE 802.3af/at router so you can power it with the Dualie, however any router will work if you power it externally.