KVH Industries TracVision R5 User Manual

Satellite Television

KVH TracVision

®

R5/R4

owner’s

manual

•

Installation Instructions

•

User’s Guide

•

Technical Manual

A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

1

54-0157 Addendum to Rev. J

TracVision R4/R5 Owner’s
Manual Addendum

(ECO #7564)

The following information applies to Revision J of the
TracVision R4/R5 Owner’s Manual (KVH Part Number 54-0157).

5.3 Replaceable Parts

Table 5-1 has been updated to show the new part number for the RF
PCB.

Table 5-1

Field Replaceable Units

Part Name Part Number

Baseplate Assembly

(TracVision R5)

02-1498-01*
02-1498-03**

Baseplate Assembly

(TracVision R4)

02-1498-02*
02-1498-04**

Radome Assembly

(TracVision R5)

02-0953-12

†

Radome Assembly

(TracVision R4)

02-0953-11

†

Data/Power Cable 32-0730-28

RF Cable 32-0417-28

PC Cable 32-0628-06

CPU PCB 02-1043-02

RF PCB 02-1524

Antenna Gyro

(TracVision R5 only)

02-1433

Antenna Gyro Gasket

(TracVision R5 only)

24-0139

System Fuses 16-0017-3150

LNB (European System) 19-0346

LNB (N. American System) 19-0056

Switchplate 02-1023-01

TV/SAT Switch

(optional)

01-0245

* Baseplate assembly with single-output LNB (European systems)
** Baseplate assembly with dual-output LNB (North American systems)

†

Specify color when ordering

Congratulations!

You have selected one of the most advanced land-mobile satellite
tracking systems available today. KVH

®

Industries’

TracVision

®

R5/R4 is designed for use with European and North

American DVB

®

-compatible satellite services, as well as

DIRECTV

®

. This manual provides detailed instructions on the
proper installation, use, and maintenance of your
TracVision R5/R4 system. Before using this manual, be sure to

check for any addenda, which might detail changes to the
manual’s information.

Throughout this manual, important information is marked for
your attention by these icons:

Direct questions, comments, or suggestions to:

KVH Industries, Inc. KVH Europe A/S

50 Enterprise Center Kokkedal Industripark 2B
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KVH Part # 54-0157 Rev. J

© 2006, KVH Industries, Inc.

TracVision R5/R4 Serial Number

This serial number will be required
for all troubleshooting or service
calls made regarding this product.

A helpful tip that either directs you to
a related area within the manual or
offers suggestions on getting the
highest quality out of your system.

An alert to important information
regarding procedures, product
specifications, or product use.

Information about installation,
maintenance, troubleshooting, or
other mechanical issues.

An electrical safety warning to help
identify electrical issues that can be a
hazard to either this KVH product or
a user.

TracVision®and KVH®are registered trademarks of

KVH Industries, Inc.

The unique light-colored dome with dark contrasting base is a registered trademark of KVH Industries, Inc.

DVB

®

(Digital Video Broadcasting) is a registered trademark of the DVB Project.

DIRECTV

®

is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

1.1 Digital Satellite Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

1.2 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

1.2.1 TracVision R5/R4 Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

1.2.2 Satellite TV Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

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

2.3.5 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to

the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

2.3.5.1 Installing Two Receivers and TVs

(North American Systems Only)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

2.3.5.2 Connecting 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18

2.6 Setting the Skew Angle

(European Systems Only)

. . . . . . . . . .2-24

2.7 Testing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26

2.8 Configuring TracVision R5/R4 for Remote

Satellite Dish Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27

2.9 Changing Geographic Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-28

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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 TV/SAT Switch to Switch Between Satellites . . . .3-4

3.2.2 DISH 500 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

3.3 Watching Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

4.1 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues . . . . . .4-2

4.1.1 Improper Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

4.1.2 Insufficient Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

4.1.3 Incorrect Satellite Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

4.1.4 Satellite Signal Blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

4.1.5 Dew or Rain Pooling on Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

4.1.6 Satellite Coverage Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

4.1.7 Vehicle Turning During Startup

(TracVision R5 only)

. . . . . .4-3

4.1.8 Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.1.9 Type of Multiswitch Used

(North American Systems Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.1.10 Stationary Use Only

(TracVision R4 only)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.2 Receiver Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.2.1 Receiver Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.2.2 Receiver Faulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.3 Antenna 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

5.4 Reshipping the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

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Appendix A System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

Appendix B Switchplate Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

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1 Introduction

1.1 Digital Satellite Television

Your TracVision R5/R4 satellite TV antenna is fully compatible
with the Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) satellites, as well as
Digital Satellite Services (DSS), 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 North American and European 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. 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.

Available Satellite Pairs

North America

Any two of the North American satellites listed below can be
paired together, as long as the antenna is within the satellite’s
coverage area (U.S.-style LNB required):

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• DSS_72 • Echo_119

• DSS_101 • Echo_148

• DSS_119

• ExpressVu (82)

• Echo_61 • ExpressTV (91)

• Echo_110

You can also receive and decode
signals from the DSS_110 satellite
if a KVH HDTV converter
(KVH Part #01-0260-05) is
installed.

Europe

Any two of the European satellites listed below can be paired
together, as long as the antenna is within the satellite’s coverage
area (European-style LNB required):

1.2 System 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.

Figure 1-1

TracVision R5/R4 System Configuration

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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

• Arabsat • Hotbird

• Astra1

• Nilesat

• Astra2N • Sirius

• Astra2S • Thor

• Eutel_W3A • Turksat1C

• Hispasat

Second TV

and receiver

option only

available with

U.S.-style,

dual output

LNB.

Radome

Baseplate

TracVision Antenna

Vehicle

Powe rSwitchplate

TV/SAT Switch

(optional)

11-16 Volts DC

2.5-3.5 Amps

Data/Power

PC Maintenance

RF2

Satellite Receiver 2TV 2 Laptop PC

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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 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 Receiver -

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
receiver’s User ’s Manual for complete operating instructions.

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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
installed. See

Section 2.3.5,
“Connecting the Antenna RF Signal
Cable to the Receiver” on page
2-12

for details.

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” on
page 2-14

for more details.

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.

1.3 Materials Provided with
TracVision R5/R4

Table 1-1 lists the units, cables, and materials packed in the
TracVision R5/R4 package by name and KVH part number.

Table 1-1

TracVision R5/R4 Packing List

Component KVH Part No.

Antenna Unit

(TracVision R5),

comprising: 01-0266-01

†

01-0266-02

††

01-0266-03

†††

01-0266-04

††††

Antenna Unit (

TracVision R4),

comprising: 01-0267-01

†

01-0267-02

††

01-0267-03

†††

01-0267-04

††††

RF Cable (28 ft/8.5 m) 32-0417-28

Data/Power Cable (28 ft/8.5 m) 32-0730-28

PC Data Cable (6 ft/1.8 m) 32-0628-06

Kitpack* 72-0101

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Receiver Ground Wire 32-0583-50

Switchplate 02-1023-01

TV/SAT Switch

(optional)

01-0245

†

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)

††††

European TracVision R5/R4 system

* A complete listing of kitpack contents is provided in Table 2-2.

1.3.1 Additional 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

1-4

A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

Cables for the TracVision R5/R4 are
stored beneath the antenna unit
during shipping.

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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2 Installation

Your TracVision R5/R4 is designed for simple installation and
setup. Just follow these easy steps:

Table 2-1

Installation Process

Step Refer to Section...

1. Choose the hardware locations 2.1

2. Mount the antenna unit 2.2

3. Connect system components 2.3

4. Activate the receiver 2.4

5. Select active satellite 2.5

6. Set the skew angle (Europe only) 2.6

7. Check out system 2.7

8. Configure for remote dish use 2.8

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 on page 2-12
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, if you are a

KVH-authorized dealer, download the KVH Flash
Update Wizard

Plan the entire installation before
proceeding! Take into account
component placement, cable
running distances between units,
and accessibility to the equipment
after installation.

The Flash Update Wizard is
available to KVH-authorized dealers
through the KVH Partner Portal.

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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

Kitpack Contents

Table 2-2 lists the materials provided in the kitpack.

Table 2-2

Kitpack Contents

Part Qty. KVH Part No.

Tie-wraps 5 22-0013

Clamshell ventilator 1 19-0230

#6 x 3⁄4" thread-forming screws 3 14-0298-12

1

⁄4"-20 x 5⁄8" hex screws 4 14-0250-10

1

⁄4" flat washers 4 14-0251

3

⁄8" hole plugs 2 19-0282-06

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2.1 Choosing 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 (see
Figure 2-1).

Figure 2-1

Antenna Blockage

• 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

Air Conditioner

Blocked!

Vehicle Roof

TracVision Antenna

7

16

" Maximum Gap

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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

2.2 Mounting 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” on page 2-3.

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.

Figure 2-3

Proper Orientation of the Antenna Unit

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 four mounting plates and each set of
five 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.

Always lift the antenna unit by the
gray baseplate, never by the
radome or any portion of the
antenna assembly!

The mounting plate arrows may
face either forward (standard
installation) or backward (alternate
installation) along the centerline of
the vehicle for more convenient
installation.

Vehicle

Centerline

Baseplate
Connectors

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Mounting Plate

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7. Seal the two baseplate holes with the plugs
provided in the kitpack (see Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4

Antenna Baseplate (Bottom View)

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 eight 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.

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” on page 2-3

for further

details.

Baseplate Holes

11. (Standard Installation) 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.

Figure 2-5

(Standard Installation) Baseplate Connectors Facing

Rear of Vehicle - Factory-drilled Drain Holes

(Alternate Installation) If the antenna unit is

installed with the connectors facing the front of the
vehicle, you MUST drill out

3

⁄16" (5 mm)-drain holes
in the rear-facing side of the baseplate (see
Figure 2-6). Then plug the existing factory-drilled
drain holes with silicone sealant (shown in Figure
2-5).

Figure 2-6

(Alternate Installation) Baseplate Connectors Facing

Front of Vehicle - Recommended Drain Holes

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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

(Alternate Installation Only) 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.

Drain Hole Positions

Front of

Factory-drilled

Vehicle

Drain Hole Positions

Angle of Hole, relative to front

Front of

Recommended

3/16" (5 mm)

Drain Hole Angle

(relative to baseplate)

Angle of Hole, relative to front

Vehicle

2-7

Installation

54-0157 Rev. J

12. Cut the tie-wraps holding the antenna unit to the
forward shipping restraint (see Figure 2-7).

Figure 2-7

Forward Shipping Restraint

13. Remove the nuts and washers securing the
shipping restraints to the baseplate (see
Figure 2-8).

Figure 2-8

TracVision R5/R4 Shipping Restraints (Top View)

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 eight 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.

Save the shipping restraints,
washers, and nuts 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.

2 tie-wraps used
to secure LNB arm

Shipping Restraint

Shipping Restraint
Nuts and Washers

Rotating Plate

Shipping Restraint

Forward Shipping
Restraint for
LNB Bracket

Rotating Plate

Shipping Restraint

2-8

A Guide to TracVision R5/R4

2.3 Connecting 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.

Figure 2-9

Switchplate Panel Cutout Dimensions

A full-scale panel cutout template
has been provided in Appendix B.

Be sure to consider the 28' length
of the power and data cables when
choosing a location for the
switchplate. If you require longer
cabling, an additional power supply
MUST be used. Failure to install an
additional power supply can result
in serious damage to the antenna
unit. KVH offers several cable
packages:

45' Cables with Power Supply

KVH Part #72-0143-45

60' Cables with Power Supply

KVH Part #72-0143-60

45' Cables without Power Supply

KVH Part #32-0730-45

60' Cables without Power Supply

KVH Part #32-0730-60

Power Supply

KVH Part #19-0297

2.36"

(60 mm)

.16" (4 mm)

3.82"

(97 mm)

.32" (8 mm)

Panel Cutout

3.19"

(81 mm)

3

/32" (2.5 mm) dia

2.05"

(52 mm)