The PredictWind DataHub Pro is a smart device packed with many features; it supports many devices in various configurations.
Plan and act ahead; do not wait to install it the week before departure.
You'll need to complete the setup at least a month before your voyage to allow enough time for the installation. Before heading offshore, you must test all your connected devices and Apps together at sea near-shore to become familiar with them.
While the setup does take time, the good news is that the DataHub Pro is set-and-forget. You use your Apps, and the DataHub Pro will work automatically in the background.
Set up at home or a location with high-speed Internet
We have created a step-by-step online guide to allow for a smooth install and set up.
The first three steps of DataHub Pro setup should be completed at home or with access to a high-speed internet connection.
DataHub Pro Set-up Quick Start Video
This essential DataHub Pro set-up quick start video will help you learn all the key points you need to know to get started. It is a must-watch, which includes:
What's in the box
How to connect to DataHub Pro Wi-Fi
How to add a Wi-Fi password to DataHub Pro Wi-Fi
How to connect the DataHub Pro to the Internet
Log in to your PredictWind Account on the DataHub Pro
How to update DataHub Pro Firmware
How GPS Tracking works on the DataHub Pro
How to connect the DataHub Pro to your boat's NMEA2000 (N2K) network
AIS to Internet and Over the Horizon AIS
DataHub Pro Quick Internet setup pages for Starlink, 4/5 cellular, USB tether, GO exec and Iridium GO!
Before you start - What is in the box
In the box with a DataHub Pro, you will also receive:
AC/DC Power Adapter (120/240 AC) with a US/CA plug - 3 Amp max
International Plug Adaptors (US, EU, UK, A/NZ)
Fixed install 12v power cable with a 3 Amp fuse for wiring the DataHub Pro directly into the boats house battery system. The red wire is positive and the black wire is negative.
Puck GPS Antenna on a 1.8m patch cable
LTE Cellular Antenna
Ports on the DataHub Pro
When facing away from you, from left to right on the rear panel, the DataHub Pro includes the following ports:
Port Label | Connector Type | Description |
GPS | SMA | Antenna connector for external GPS antenna provided or other external GPS antenna if you do not have an NMEA 2000 GPS instrument. |
N2K | M12 | NMEA 2000 connector to tee into from an N2K backbone for sharing vessel instrumentation, including GPS data with the DataHub Pro. (Buy an N2K M12 T-Connector Pack if required) |
WAN | RJ45 | Gigabit Ethernet WAN port to connect to your home network router, Starlink or cellular modem. |
WAN 2 | RJ45 | Gigabit Ethernet WAN port to connect to your home network router, Starlink or cellular modem. |
LAN 1 | RJ45 | Gigabit Ethernet LAN port for your laptop or desktop. |
LAN 2 | RJ45 | Gigabit Ethernet LAN port for your laptop or desktop. |
USB | 2.0 Type-A | USB port to tether your iPhone or Android device to share an internet hotspot with the DataHub Pro and connected devices. |
USB | 3.0 Type-C | USB port to tether your iPhone or Android device to share an internet hotspot with the DataHub Pro and connected devices. |
Power | 2.5 mm x 5.5 mm male jack plug | 9-60 VDC with reverse polarity protection. The centre pin is positive. Note: On the power adaptor cable supplied, the black wire is positive, and the wire with a white stripe is negative. Wired into a switch panel it requires a 3 amp fuse. |
LTE | SMA | Antenna connector for internal LTE antenna provided or other internal LTE antenna if you have a larger one. |
An ultra-low power device with powerful features
The DataHub Pro is an advanced router designed for high-speed communications with low power consumption. It offers many features and is highly configurable to suit your vessel. PredictWind did not design the operating system. With that in mind:
Please be patient when using the DataHub Pro admin website (10.10.10.1). It will take time to respond and load.
Click Save & Apply to make any changes permanent, and allow up to 10 seconds for the DataHub Pro to complete the request.
Please don't worry about the range of menus and configuration settings available. Advanced users and technicians will find these useful, but for most people, we've designed this online help guide to step you through setup as quickly and simply as possible.
Are you tech-savvy? - PredictWind Onboarding Support
If you would rate yourself less than a 7/10, we highly recommend you buy the PredictWind Onboarding and book a time with one of our experienced, PredictWind support team experts to guide you through the setup of all your new devices and Apps. We make it a simpler, quicker, and more pleasant experience for you, and we'll ensure everything is set up 100% correctly.
We're confident in the quality and value of the PredictWind Onboarding and offer a 100% money-back guarantee. Customers often comment that it is money well spent. You can buy a PredictWind Onboarding through our Satellite Portal.
Let's Get Started - Move on to Step 1
At home, or with access to a high-speed internet connection, you are ready to get started with Step 1: Firmware Update.