A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
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Satellite Television
KVH TracVision® R5/R4
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KVH Part # 54-0157 Rev. H
© 2005, KVH Industries, Inc.
TracVision R5/R4 Serial Number
This serial number will be required for all troubleshooting or service calls made regarding this product.
TracVision® and KVH® are registered trademarks of
KVH Industries, Inc.
DVB® (Digital Video Broadcasting) is a registered trademark of the DVB Project.
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DISH Network™ is an official trademark of
EchoStar Communications Corporation.
ExpressVu is a property of Bell ExpressVu, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Satellite Services.
Table of Contents
1 |
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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1.1 |
Digital Satellite Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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1.2 |
System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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TracVision R5/R4 Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Satellite TV Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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1.3 Materials Provided with TracVision R5/R4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
1.3.1 Additional Materials Required for TracVision R5/R4 Use . . .1-5
2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2.1 Choosing the Best Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 2.2 Mounting the Antenna Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 2.3 Connecting System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
2.3.1 Connecting the Antenna Data/Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 2.3.2 Connecting to Vehicle Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 2.3.3 Connecting the Receiver Ground Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 2.3.4 Installing the Switchplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
2.3.5Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to
the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
2.3.5.1Installing Two Receivers and TVs
(North American Systems Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
2.3.5.2Connecting Three or More Receivers and TVs
(North American Systems Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
2.3.6 Sealing the Cable Access Hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
2.4 Activating the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
2.5 Selecting the Active Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
2.5.1 Installing Your Selected Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16 2.5.2 Programming User-defined Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
2.6 Setting the Skew Angle (European Systems Only) . . . . . . . . . .2-24 2.7 Testing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25
2.8Configuring TracVision R5/R4 for Remote
Satellite Dish Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26
2.9 Changing Geographic Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27
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3 Using Your TracVision R5/R4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
3.1 Turning On the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1 3.2 Changing Channels and Switching Between Satellites . . . . . . .3-2
3.2.1 Using the Receiver Remote Control to Switch
Between Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
3.2.2 Using the TV/SAT Switch to Switch
Between Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
3.2.3 Using a PC to Switch Between Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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3.3 Watching Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
3.4 DISH 500 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues . . . . . . |
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4.1.1 Blown Fuse or Improper Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Incorrect Satellite Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Satellite Signal Blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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4.1.4 Dew or Rain Pooling on Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Satellite Coverage Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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4.1.6 Vehicle Turning During Startup (TracVision R5 only) . . . . . . |
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4.1.7 Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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(North American Systems Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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4.1.9 Stationary Use Only (TracVision R4 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
4-4 |
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Receiver Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
4-4 |
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4.2.1 |
Receiver Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Receiver Faulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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4.3 Antenna Gyro and LNB Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
4.4 Computer Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.1 Warranty/Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.2 Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.3 Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
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5.4 Field Replaceable Unit Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
5.4.1 PCB Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5 5.4.2 RF Detector/DVB Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6 5.4.3 Antenna Gyro Assembly (TracVision R5 only) . . . . . . . . . . .5-7 5.4.4 Antenna LNB Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
5.5 Preparation for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
Appendix A System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Appendix B Switchplate Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1
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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1Digital Satellite Television
Your new TracVision R5/R4 satellite antenna is fully compatible with the Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) satellites, which use the international standard for digital TV transmission, as well as Digital Satellite Service (DSS) services, such as DIRECTV. As a result, you will be able to receive and decode signals from your chosen satellite services with the proper programming and hardware (e.g., the satellite TV receiver).
Your TracVision R5/R4 comes with a pre-programmed “satellite library” of European and North American satellite services. When configuring the TracVision R5/R4, you may choose a pair of satellites from the library to be active in the system and with your receiver. For the antenna to receive signals from two satellites, they must be within 10° longitude of each other in orbit. As a result, certain satellites can only be paired with certain other satellites. Tables 1-1 and 1-2 list the possible satellite pairs that may be selected in North America and Europe. If the satellite service you wish to receive is not already in the satellite library, you may also add two additional satellites of your choice to the library.
Table 1-1
Available N. American Satellite Pairs (U.S.-style LNB required)
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DSS_101 |
DSS_119 |
Echo_61 |
Echo_110 |
Echo_119 |
Echo_148 |
Expressvu |
ExpressTV |
DSS_101 |
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DSS_119 |
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Echo_61 |
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Echo_110 |
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Echo_119 |
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Echo_148 |
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Expressvu |
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
Table 1-2
Available European Satellite Pairs
(European LNB Required)
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Astra 1 |
Astra 2N |
Astra 2S Hispasat |
Hotbird |
Sirius |
Thor |
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Astra 1 |
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Astra 2N |
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Astra 2S |
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Hispasat |
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Hotbird |
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Sirius |
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If you are a DISH 500 customer or you have 3 or more receivers, you can order the optional TV/SAT Switch – free of charge. Simply fill out the order form located at the back of this manual and fax it to KVH at +1 401 845-8190.
Figure 1-1
TracVision R5/R4 System
Configuration
Second TV and receiver option only available with U.S.-style, dual output LNB.
1.2System Overview
A complete satellite TV system includes the TracVision R5/R4 connected to a receiver and a television set. The optional TV/SAT Switch allows you to select a satellite at the press of a button. A desktop or laptop computer is used to configure the system and conduct diagnostics. The complete system is illustrated in
Figure 1-1.
System specifications are provided in Appendix A .
TracVision Antenna
Radome |
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11-16 Volts DC |
TV/SAT Switch |
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Baseplate |
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Vehicle |
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Power |
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Data/Power |
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PC Maintenance |
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RF2 |
RF1 |
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T 2 |
Satellite Receiver 2 |
Satellite Receiver 1 |
TV 1 |
Laptop PC |
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Options Purchased Separately
1-2
Introduction
In-motion Tracking (TracVision R5 only)
The TracVision R5 employs a state-of-the-art actively stabilized antenna system. Once the satellite is acquired, the antenna gyro continuously measures your vehicle’s motion and position, and transmits commands to the antenna motors to keep the antenna pointed at the satellite at all times.
1.2.1 TracVision R5/R4 Components
The antenna unit includes the antenna positioning mechanism, signal front end, power supply, and control elements. The antenna is a parabolic dish mounting a low noise block (LNB) converter with a built-in preamplifier. The European configuration includes a single-output LNB while the North American system uses a dual-output LNB. A molded ABS radome encloses the fiberglass baseplate and is secured in place with standard fasteners. Connectors on the back of the baseplate join the power, signal, and control cabling from units inside the vehicle.
1.2.2 Satellite TV Reciever - Sold Separately
The receiver (purchased separately) receives satellite signals from the antenna unit for signal processing and channel selection, and sends the signals to the TV set for viewing. Please refer to the User’s Manual provided with your selected receiver for complete operating instructions.
KVH offers an upgrade kit (KVH Part #02-1026) that adds in-motion tracking capability to the TracVision R4, allowing you to receive satellite signals while on the move.
The dual-output LNB in the North American systems allows two receiver/TV pairs to be connected directly to the antenna. Three or more pairs can be connected to the system if an active multiswitch is used. Section 2.3.5, “Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to the Receiver,” provides installation directions for each of these options.
Before you can start watching satellite TV using your TracVision antenna, you will need to activate your receiver. Refer to Section 2.4, “Activating the Receiver,” for more details.
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
Table 1-3
TracVision R5/R4 Packing List
Cables for the TracVision R5/R4 are stored beneath the antenna unit during shipping.
1.3Materials Provided with TracVision R5/R4
Table 1-3 lists the units, cables, and materials packed in the TracVision R5/R4 package by name and KVH part number.
Component |
KVH Part No. |
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Antenna Unit (TracVision R5), comprising: |
01-0225-19† |
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01-0225-25††† |
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01-0225-28†††† |
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Baseplate Assembly (TracVision R5) |
02-1245-01* |
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02-1245-03** |
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Radome Assembly (TracVision R5) |
02-0953-03 |
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Antenna Unit (TracVision R4), comprising: |
01-0225-21† |
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01-0225-27††† |
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01-0225-30†††† |
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01-0225-24†† |
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Baseplate Assembly (TracVision R4) |
02-1245-02* |
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02-1245-04** |
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Radome Assembly (TracVision R4) |
02-0953-05 |
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RF Cable (28 ft/8.5 m) |
32-0417-28 |
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Data/Power Cable (28 ft/8.5 m) |
32-0730-28 |
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PC Cable (6 ft/1.8 m) |
32-0628-06 |
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Kitpack*** |
72-0101 |
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Owner’s Manual |
54-0157 |
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Receiver Ground Wire |
32-0583-50 |
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Switchplate |
02-1023-01 |
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TV/SAT Switch (optional) |
01-0245 |
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† European TracVision R5/R4 system
†† North American TracVision R5/R4 system (set to DIRECTV)
††† North American TracVision R5/R4 system (set to DISH Network)
†††† North American TracVision R5/R4 system (set to ExpressVu)
*Baseplate assembly with single-output LNB
**Baseplate assembly with dual-output LNB
***A complete listing of kitpack contents is provided in Table 2-2.
1-4
Introduction
1.3.1Additional Materials Required for TracVision R5/R4 Use
To make full use of your new TracVision R5/R4 and receive satellite TV on the road, you will need to provide/purchase the following:
•Television
•Appropriate receiver for your selected satellite TV service
In North America, you can purchase and/or activate a receiver directly from KVH. Call KVH at 1-888-584-4163 for details.
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Installation
2 Installation
Your TracVision R5/R4 is designed for simple installation and setup. Just follow these easy steps:
Step |
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Choose the hardware locations |
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Mount the antenna unit |
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Connect system components |
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Activate the receiver |
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Select active satellite |
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Set the skew angle (Europe only) |
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Check out system |
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Configure for remote dish use |
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Tools and Materials Required
•Electric drill
•3⁄16" (5 mm), 5⁄32" (4 mm), and 3⁄32" (2.5 mm) drill bits and 3⁄4" (19 mm) hole saw and auger bit
•1⁄2" wrench
•#2 Phillips and #0 flat tip screwdrivers
•RG-6 or RG-11 (75 ohms) RF cable (if installing two RF cables - refer to Section 2.3.5 for details)
•Silicone sealant, RTV, or Sikaflex
•7⁄16" open end wrench
•Construction adhesive (e.g., Liquid Nails)
•Rivet gun and 3⁄16" (5 mm) rivets (or other fastener suitable for your specific roof construction)
•PC with Windows HyperTerminal or download the KVH Flash Update Wizard (available for free at www.kvh.com/wizard)
Table 2-1
Installation Process
Plan the entire installation before proceeding! Take into account component placement, cable running distances between units, and accessibility to the equipment after installation.
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
Table 2-2
Kitpack Contents
Kitpack Contents
Table 2-2 lists the materials provided in the kitpack.
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Tie-wraps |
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22-0013 |
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Clamshell ventilator |
1 |
19-0230 |
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#6 x 3⁄4" thread-forming screws |
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14-0298-12 |
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1⁄4"-20 x 5⁄8" hex screws |
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14-0250-10 |
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1⁄4" flat washers |
4 |
14-0251 |
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3⁄8" hole plugs |
2 |
19-0282-06 |
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2-2
Installation
2.1Choosing the Best Location
•Since the TracVision antenna requires a clear view of the southern sky to receive satellite signals, the ideal antenna site has an unobstructed view of the horizon/satellite all around.
•Keep the antenna clear of any obstructions on the roof (e.g., air conditioners). The antenna requires a 15º to 75º look angle to receive satellite signals.
Figure 2-1
Antenna Blockage
Blocked! |
TracVision Antenna |
Air Conditioner 
Vehicle Roof
•Consider the location of the antenna relative to the location of any equipment or necessary wiring within the vehicle.
•Be sure to mount the antenna on a horizontal surface. When placed flat on the mounting surface, the mounting plates should be less than 7⁄16" above the mounting surface (see Figure 2-2). Any larger gap will warp the baseplate and seriously damage the antenna.
Figure 2-2
Maximum Mounting Surface Slope
716" Maximum Gap
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
Always lift the antenna unit by the gray baseplate, never by the radome or any portion of the antenna assembly!
Figure 2-3
Proper Orientation of
the Antenna Unit
2.2Mounting the Antenna Unit
1.Make sure that you have chosen a suitable mounting location based upon the guidelines in
Section 2.1, “Choosing the Best Location.”
2.Remove the antenna unit from its shipping carton.
3.Position the antenna unit in the desired location on the centerline of the vehicle with the antenna’s mounting plate arrows facing the front or rear of the vehicle. The proper orientation is illustrated in Figure 2-3.
Vehicle
Centerline
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Mounting Plate
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The mounting plate arrows may face either forward or backward along the centerline of the vehicle for more convenient installation.
Top View |
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4.While the antenna is in place, mark a location on the roof for the 3⁄4" (19 mm) cable access hole to permit convenient cable access to the antenna’s baseplate connectors.
5.Using the 4 mounting plates and each set of 5 holes as templates, drill 20 3⁄16" (5 mm) holes through the roof of the vehicle.
6.Set aside the antenna unit and clean the roof’s surface to remove any debris.
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Installation
7.Seal the two baseplate holes shown in Figure 2-4 with the plugs provided in the kitpack.
Baseplate Holes
8.Apply construction adhesive to the bottom of the antenna’s four mounting plates. If using a liquid construction adhesive, apply beads to the mounting plates in a zig-zag pattern.
9.Reposition the antenna, lining up the mounting plate holes with the holes in the roof. Attach the mounting plates to the roof using 3⁄16" (5 mm)- diameter rivets (or appropriate fasteners). Seal all rivet heads and edges with silicone.
10.Remove and save the 8 pan head screws and flat washers that secure the radome to the baseplate. Carefully lift the radome straight up until clear of the antenna assembly and set aside.
11.When the antenna unit is installed with the connectors facing the rear of the vehicle, the drain holes are located as shown in Figure 2-5.
Front of
Vehicle
Factory-drilled
Drain Hole Positions
Figure 2-4
Antenna Baseplate (Bottom View)
If the roof’s mounting surface is not perfectly flat as KVH recommends, make sure the baseplate does not warp when you attach the antenna’s mounting plates. Refer to
Section 2.1, “Choosing the Best Location,” for further details.
Figure 2-5
Baseplate Connectors Facing Rear
of Vehicle – Factory-drilled
Drain Hole Locations
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11a.(Alternate Drain Hole Locations) If the antenna unit is installed with the connectors facing the front of the vehicle, drill out 3⁄16" (5 mm)-drain holes in the rear-facing side of the baseplate as illustrated in Figure 2-6. The existing factory-drilled drain holes shown in Figure 2-5 must then be plugged with silicone rubber sealant.
Figure 2-6
Baseplate Connectors Facing
Front of Vehicle – Recommended
Drain Hole Locations
You MUST drill out the drain holes as indicated to ensure that any moisture that enters the baseplate is able to drain. Ensure that factorydrilled holes are completely sealed.
Angle of Hole, relative to front
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Front of |
Recommended |
Vehicle |
3/16" (5 mm) |
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Drain Hole Positions |
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Drain Hole Angle (relative to baseplate)
Angle of Hole, relative to front
12.Cut the tie-wraps holding the antenna unit to the forward shipping restraint (see Figure 2-7).
Figure 2-7 |
2 tie-wraps used |
Shipping Restraint |
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Forward Shipping Restraint |
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to secure LNB arm |
Nuts and Washers |
Shipping Restraint
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13.Remove the nuts and washers securing the shipping restraints to the baseplate. The shipping restraints are pictured in Figure 2-8.
Rotating Plate
Shipping Restraint
Forward Shipping
Restraint for
LNB Bracket
Rotating Plate
Shipping Restraint
14.Remove the shipping restraints and replace the nuts and washers into their original positions. All nuts and washers removed in Step 13 must be reinstalled. These nuts and washers secure the baseplate to the mounting plates.
15.Place the radome onto the baseplate (labels facing the sides of the vehicle) and secure in place using the 8 pan head screws and flat washers removed in Step 10.
16.Drill the cable access hole (marked in Step 4) in the vehicle’s roof.
Figure 2-8
TracVision R5/R4 Shipping
Restraints (Top View)
Do not discard the shipping restraints, washers, or the nuts. They should be saved for future use in case the antenna unit needs to be removed and shipped to another location. Four 1⁄4˝ x 5⁄8˝ hex head screws have been provided in the kitpack for shipping as the bolts used to hold the shipping restraints during initial shipping are integral parts of the mounting plates.
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Figure 2-9
Switchplate Panel
Cutout Dimensions
A full-scale panel cutout template has been provided in Appendix B.
2.3Connecting System Components
The following sections provide instructions for properly wiring the antenna unit to the components inside the vehicle.
Locating the Switchplate
A switchplate has been provided to serve as the hub of the TracVision R5/R4 wiring (with the exception of the RF cable, which will be connected to the receiver). This switchplate includes an ON/OFF switch and a DB9 maintenance port for easy access to the antenna unit’s software and diagnostics. Follow the steps below to select and prepare the switchplate mounting location.
1.Select a location to mount the TracVision R5/R4 switchplate. It should be installed in a dry, flat location within reach of the cables that will connect to the antenna unit.
2.Once you’ve decided on a suitable location, create a panel cutout in the mounting surface.
Figure 2-9 illustrates the mounting dimensions and a full-scale template has been provided in Appendix B. The connecting cables will be routed through this cutout.
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3.82" |
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(97 mm) |
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.32" (8 mm) |
2.36" |
Panel Cutout |
(60 mm) |
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.16" (4 mm) |
3.19" |
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(81 mm) |
3/32" (2.5 mm) dia
2.05" (52 mm)
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2.3.1Connecting the Antenna Data/Power Cable
1.Connect one end of the antenna data/power cable to the antenna’s data/power connector and lock in place (see Figure 2-10).
Data/Power |
2.Route the other end of the data/power cable down through the cable access hole in the vehicle’s roof and out through the switchplate panel cutout.
3.Connect the data/power cable to the switchplate’s data/power connector and lock in place (see Figure 2-11).
Figure 2-10
Antenna Data/Power Connector
Figure 2-11
Switchplate Data/Power Connector
Data/Power
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