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There's no denying the popularity of Starlink. Regardless of what you think of its most visible proponent, Elon Musk, you just have to accept it. It's a success. It's bringing high-speed internet to places that didn't have good options before. Don't get me wrong… satellite internet has been around for a generation. But Starlink's different. Using the same idea as cell phone towers, but orbiting much lower than satellites usually do, it can deliver an experience much more like land-based internet. That's great news, whether you're in the wilds of Wyoming or cruising the high seas 50 miles off shore.
In 2023, SpaceX rolled out Starlink for Marine. Getting internet on a moving vessel's a little harder than getting it on land. And, there's something you really need to know before you consider it. While Starlink for home is generally unlimited, Starlink for your boat isn't. There are several different options for the amount of data you want to use. Choosing the right package is important, because it's like the old-fashioned cell phone plans. Go over your allotment, and you're going to pay more. A lot more.
That's why you'll want to get two accessories that will make your Starlink subscription go a lot further.
A cell booster will help you get cell service from up to 10 miles offshore. Paired with a cellular router, you can get very good quality internet throughout the boat. While most commercial cell plans also have data caps, they're just a lot less expensive to start. So, you can choose a plan that makes sense. That cell booster will help your phone, too, so if you're streaming just for fun you may be able to use your own unlimited plan.
I can hear you thinking, DIRECTV? What is this, 2007? You might be one who has left satellite TV for dead on the side of the road. I won't deny that DIRECTV isn't the media powerhouse it once was, but it's still the nation's largest live TV service and it's one of the only two available to folks offshore.
A satellite TV system for your boat isn't cheap, but most of that expense is one, upfront cost. Once you have a satellite system, you're paying a very low rate per month for all the live TV you want. There's no overage charge, no data caps, and no problems. Watching just a few movies can blow your Starlink data plan, but you can watch as many movies as you want with satellite TV. It doesn't matter if you have 10 TVs on 10 different channels on 24 hours a day. The price is the same.
The last thing you need is another business connection, especially while you're out on the water. I get you, pal. I do. Work with the experts a Signal Connect and we'll help you with cellular, internet, and live TV. You'll talk to one person whether you need help with a bill or technical assistance. You can even have Signal Connect handle all the billing for you, so you don't have to worry about it.
Find out the power of experience. Signal Connect has over 20 years doing satellite activations. No one's done more marine satellite work than we have! We know how to get it done right. Call the experts at 888-233-7563. If it's after hours, fill out the form below and we'll get right back to you!
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Get Starlink, but know what you're paying for
In 2023, SpaceX rolled out Starlink for Marine. Getting internet on a moving vessel's a little harder than getting it on land. And, there's something you really need to know before you consider it. While Starlink for home is generally unlimited, Starlink for your boat isn't. There are several different options for the amount of data you want to use. Choosing the right package is important, because it's like the old-fashioned cell phone plans. Go over your allotment, and you're going to pay more. A lot more.
That's why you'll want to get two accessories that will make your Starlink subscription go a lot further.
Accessory #1: Cell phone signal booster and cellular router
A cell booster will help you get cell service from up to 10 miles offshore. Paired with a cellular router, you can get very good quality internet throughout the boat. While most commercial cell plans also have data caps, they're just a lot less expensive to start. So, you can choose a plan that makes sense. That cell booster will help your phone, too, so if you're streaming just for fun you may be able to use your own unlimited plan.
Accessory #2: DIRECTV Satellite TV
I can hear you thinking, DIRECTV? What is this, 2007? You might be one who has left satellite TV for dead on the side of the road. I won't deny that DIRECTV isn't the media powerhouse it once was, but it's still the nation's largest live TV service and it's one of the only two available to folks offshore.
A satellite TV system for your boat isn't cheap, but most of that expense is one, upfront cost. Once you have a satellite system, you're paying a very low rate per month for all the live TV you want. There's no overage charge, no data caps, and no problems. Watching just a few movies can blow your Starlink data plan, but you can watch as many movies as you want with satellite TV. It doesn't matter if you have 10 TVs on 10 different channels on 24 hours a day. The price is the same.
Choose a partner who can help you with Starlink AND Satellite TV
The last thing you need is another business connection, especially while you're out on the water. I get you, pal. I do. Work with the experts a Signal Connect and we'll help you with cellular, internet, and live TV. You'll talk to one person whether you need help with a bill or technical assistance. You can even have Signal Connect handle all the billing for you, so you don't have to worry about it.
Find out the power of experience. Signal Connect has over 20 years doing satellite activations. No one's done more marine satellite work than we have! We know how to get it done right. Call the experts at 888-233-7563. If it's after hours, fill out the form below and we'll get right back to you!
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Continuing the Kilauea thread in the Pub here. Perhaps the Iceland one too next time there's remarkable activity.
Currently there is precursory lava flowing into the crater, leading to the next episode that'll probably start within the next day.
You can see the pace of inflation / deflation here. It serves as the primary predictor for when the expect the eruptions, which coincide w/ inflation turning into significant deflation and last for several hours on average with significant fountaining.
www.usgs.gov
View: https://youtu.be/Uecu2seh4b4
Wife and I like the AfarTV feeds, for the discussion along w/ them, though they're otherwise just mirrors of the official USGS feeds.
View: https://youtu.be/iws3rh5vLAQ
Currently there is precursory lava flowing into the crater, leading to the next episode that'll probably start within the next day.
You can see the pace of inflation / deflation here. It serves as the primary predictor for when the expect the eruptions, which coincide w/ inflation turning into significant deflation and last for several hours on average with significant fountaining.
Monitoring Data for Kīlauea
For more information on how electronic tiltmeters and GPS receivers help monitor the deformation of Kīlauea volcano, see the HVO Deformation page.
View: https://youtu.be/Uecu2seh4b4
Wife and I like the AfarTV feeds, for the discussion along w/ them, though they're otherwise just mirrors of the official USGS feeds.
View: https://youtu.be/iws3rh5vLAQ
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Oooo, quite the show now. All three vents have doming and overflows. The cone that built up around the North vent lost its upper quarter at 02:50 Oct 17 and is now spewing lava at a healthy rate. Don't know if I would say it's a fountain, but it's close.
edit: The USGS has called the official start of Episode 55 as starting at 03:19 HST Oct 17, 2026:
Alert Level: WATCH, Color Code: ORANGE 2026-10-17 13:43:56 UTC
HVO/USGS Volcanic Activity Notice
Volcano: Kilauea (VNUM #332010)
Current Volcano Alert Level: WATCH
Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE
Issued: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3:43 AM HST
Source: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Notice Number: 2026/H488
Location: N 19 deg 25 min W 155 deg 17 min
Elevation: 4091 ft (1247 m)
Area: Hawaii
Summary: Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Volcanic Activity:
Episode 55 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Fountain heights are relatively low at about 100-150 feet (30-45 m), and it is not clear whether this episode will evolve to the same heights as previous episodes. Continuous overflows from the vents began yesterday, October 16, just before 6 a.m. HST and transitioned into episode 55 fountains at 3:19 a.m. HST this morning. The current forecast is for winds are blowing from the north-northeast direction, which suggests that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be distributed to the south-southwest direction from Halemaʻumaʻu.
edit: The USGS has called the official start of Episode 55 as starting at 03:19 HST Oct 17, 2026:
Alert Level: WATCH, Color Code: ORANGE 2026-10-17 13:43:56 UTC
HVO/USGS Volcanic Activity Notice
Volcano: Kilauea (VNUM #332010)
Current Volcano Alert Level: WATCH
Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE
Issued: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3:43 AM HST
Source: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Notice Number: 2026/H488
Location: N 19 deg 25 min W 155 deg 17 min
Elevation: 4091 ft (1247 m)
Area: Hawaii
Summary: Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Volcanic Activity:
Episode 55 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Fountain heights are relatively low at about 100-150 feet (30-45 m), and it is not clear whether this episode will evolve to the same heights as previous episodes. Continuous overflows from the vents began yesterday, October 16, just before 6 a.m. HST and transitioned into episode 55 fountains at 3:19 a.m. HST this morning. The current forecast is for winds are blowing from the north-northeast direction, which suggests that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be distributed to the south-southwest direction from Halemaʻumaʻu.
- All eruptive vents and lava flows are confined to Halemaʻumaʻu crater within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Tephra fall from volcanic ash clouds is greatest within 3 miles (5 km) of the vents, lighter ash and Pele's Hair may stay suspended for large distances from the vents.
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Who says dinner or lunch has to be the only good meals of the day?
Honey butter grits with scrambled eggs and grilled boneless pork ribs on flakey biscuits washed down with cranberry juice.
Honey butter grits with scrambled eggs and grilled boneless pork ribs on flakey biscuits washed down with cranberry juice.
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Anyone making their own breakfast sausage? I've recently been trying different recipes, found some I like, some I've modified...
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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Anyone else watch this show? Any guesses as to what was in the box Gibbs gave to Abby that was on her desk? It look liked it was glowing.
I also heard that someone was leaving the show at the end of this season. Any guesses as to who thats going to be?
I also heard that someone was leaving the show at the end of this season. Any guesses as to who thats going to be?
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Tony as the director.
Would you rather have LaRoche ???Tony as the director.
No. Bring in someone new.
Tony is not serious enough for me. Parker is too close to the team and Tim is too young to take over IMO.
I don't think Tim and Tony are that far apart in Age ...No. Bring in someone new.
Remember what Tony said to Tim when they first got back together ...
Tony said: I am the New Tony, Tim .... (something to that effect)
Tony has changed, he's been running his Security Business ... I'm sure he has grown up.
Give it time ... your judging the New Tony from the old Tony.
It sounds like Tim won't be around the Team much longer either.
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Direct YouTube Link - The NEW Tesla Roadster: My Honest Reaction
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View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scwlR0QHGOk
Direct YouTube Link - The NEW Tesla Roadster: My Honest Reaction
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