{"id":4604,"date":"2023-11-17T07:30:25","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T07:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/?p=4604"},"modified":"2023-11-17T07:30:28","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T07:30:28","slug":"starlink-volcano-mount","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/starlink-volcano-mount\/","title":{"rendered":"Starlink Volcano Mount: Putting It On Your Roof"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you’re searching for ways to have the dish on your roof, go for the Starlink volcano mount! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After all, it’s one of the easiest to put together and doesn’t cost much money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And the mount works just fine for something that boosts your dish’s much-needed satellite signal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, let’s dive into this topic and see how you can install it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many people have chosen the volcano mount as their go-to for the dish roof placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0It has a simple design with a strong, reliable base and carries a low price tag ($24).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And you only need to put a little effort into drilling and securing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before getting started, look for obstructions in the sky. They may weaken the satellite signal<\/a> or prevent it from reaching your Starlink <\/a>dish.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n And nobody wants that to happen \u2014 it’ll cause disruptions or make your internet not work.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n So go outside, pull out your smartphone, and fire up the Starlink app. Then, tap on the \u2018Visibility Tool\u2019 from the main page and select \u2018Check for obstructions.\u2019 <\/p>\n\n\n\n After that, your phone camera turns on, and you must choose \u2018I\u2019m ready!\u2019 (found on the bottom of your screen).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink runs best with a 100-degree field-of-view<\/a> free of obstructions because the satellites always move.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Otherwise, your Dishy may not receive those signals, So keep that in mind when you scan the skies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The app will then tell you to \u2018point your camera up.\u2019 Keep moving in that direction until you see no dark shades on the screen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While doing this, watch out so trees, bushes, and buildings aren\u2019t in the picture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n That helps you get a clear sight of all incoming satellite signals. And from there, you can say goodbye to slow internet speeds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink on a roof.<\/em> These steps can help you get everything set up and ready. So continue reading to mount your Starlink <\/a>satellite dish!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Volcano roof mount kit already covers most of the essentials. So you won\u2019t have to go out and buy them for your dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll also need to gather these tools to set up the mount: With all that in hand, go through each step carefully to complete it without problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s a good idea to figure out exactly how the cable should run to your roof. Doing so will allow you to set the router wherever you like inside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Drill a hole measuring \u00be\u201d in the wall at the house\u2019s side. This makes it much easier for the 100-foot cable to go straight into your home by pushing it through that hole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example of a stud finder.<\/em> Grab your stud finder <\/a>and use it to find a stud on your roof. This will help support the volcano mount when it\u2019s time to place it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Afterward, put your mount on the stud and draw six circles atop that area. Use the 5\/32\u201d drill bit<\/a> to drill holes where you added the circles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You will need some sealing tape.<\/em> Grab the sealing tape squares and form them all into six balls. Place each one over the drilled holes \u2014 make sure you also cover the edges! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Then, put both the sealing tape strips atop the six covered holes where you\u2019ll set the mount.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get your volcano mount and align all six pre-drilled holes with the tape balls and strips. It would help to push your mount downwards to give it a strong grip with the tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Add two long lag nuts into the center holes and four shorter ones in the others. Ensure you drive them all 90% and tighten them via the \u00bd\u201d socket wrench.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Everything is ready when the tape escapes from the mount\u2019s edge. Of course, this will only happen after screwing in the lag nuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink satellite dish.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Collect your Starlink dish\/cable! Place these two in the carrying bag before taking them to your roof. This will help eliminate any risks of drops and damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Head over to where you installed the mount and bring out the dish. Afterward, put the dish mast inside the mount\u2019s central hole. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, the last thing you need to do is adjust the dish until it has a 40-degree vertical alignment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Image of electrical cable.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Route your cable based on your plans, and use wall clips to fasten it along the outside wall. Push the cable through the \u00be\u201d hole you drilled into the wall earlier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Install Starlink Volcano Mount<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cable Route<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Locate The Stud And Do Some Drilling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mounting The Starlink Dish\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Run The Cable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Power It Up And Test Starlink<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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