KVH Industries TracVision TV3 Installation Manual

TracVision® TV3

Installation Guide

KVH Industries, Inc.

TracVision TV3 Installation Guide

This guide explains how to install the TracVision TV3 satellite TV antenna system on a vessel.
Operation instructions are provided in the Quick Start Guide.

Installation Steps

1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools ..................3

2. Plan the Antenna Installation...............4

3. Plan the TV-Hub Installation................5

4. Prepare the Antenna Site.......................6

5. Prepare the RF Cables............................7

6. Wire the Antenna ...................................8

7. Remove the Shipping Restraint............9

8. Mount the Antenna..............................10

9. Mount the TV-Hub...............................11

10. Wire the Antenna to the TV-Hub.......12

11. Wire the Receivers................................13

12. Connect a NMEA Device ....................19

13. Connect Power......................................20

14. Turn On the System .............................22

15. Access the Web Interface.....................23

16. Connect to an Onboard Network.......24

17. Secure the Wi-Fi Connection ..............25

18. Set Up the System.................................26

19. Set the LNB Skew Angle .....................29

20. Educate the Customer..........................30

Appendices

A. Installing an IP AutoSwitch................31 B. Using a DIRECTV Coax Network......34

Who Should Install the System?

To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized marine
technician install the TracVision antenna. KVH-authorized technicians have the tools and
electronics expertise necessary to install the system. To find a technician near you, visit

www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice.

Technical Support

If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:

Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
(Mon.-Thu., 8 am-4:30 pm; Fri., 8 am-2 pm, +1 GMT)

North/South America, Australasia

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
(Mon.-Fri., 9 am-6 pm; Sat., 9 am-2 pm ET, -5 GMT)

KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with dark contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of

KVH Industries, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective companies. The information in this document is subject

to change without notice. No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. © 2014 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved.

54-0978 Rev. B

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Important Safety Information

This icon indicates a danger, warning, or caution notice. Be sure to read these carefully to avoid
injury.

WARNING

Risk of Electric Shock

To avoid electric shock, do not open the TV-Hub chassis enclosure. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside.

WARNING

Risk of Electric Shock

If any component of the TracVision system becomes damaged and/or no longer functions normally,
disconnect it from vessel power, secure it from unintended operation, and contact KVH Technical
Support (see “Technical Support” on page 1). All repairs or modifications must be performed by a
trained, KVH-certified technician. If you are a KVH-certified technician, you still must contact KVH
Technical Support prior to conducting any repairs or modifications to the equipment.

WARNING

Risk of Explosion

Do not operate the TV-Hub (or any other electrical device) in an environment where flammable gases,
vapors, or dusts are present. In addition, do not operate the TV-Hub in an environment with a
temperature outside its 5º F to 131º F (-15º C to 55º C) temperature range.

WARNING

Risk of Electric Shock

Failure to ground the TracVision system properly to ship’s ground will cause an unsafe floating
ground condition, risking potentially lethal electric shock. See “Connect Power” on page 20 for details
on the proper grounding of the equipment.

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Figure 1: TracVision TV3 System Components

Figure 2: KVH-Validated Receivers

* List is subject to change. For information on

connecting different receiver models, contact KVH
Technical Support.

Linear

For information on the recommended
receivers for linear service, contact your local
KVH dealer/distributor. Go to

www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice to find a

dealer/distributor near you.

DIRECTV*

DISH Network*

H20
H21
H22
H23
H24
H25
HR21, HR21 Pro
HR22

HR23
HR24
HR34

HR44

311
211
211k
211z

Bell TV*

6100
6131
6400

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Before you begin, follow these steps to ensure
you have everything needed to complete the
installation.

IMPORTANT!

Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and
never by the radome or any portion of the
internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1).

Inspect Parts and Get Tools

Antenna

Radome

a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains

everything shown on the Kitpack Contents
List. Save the packaging for future use.

b. Carefully examine all of the supplied parts to

ensure nothing was damaged in shipment.

c. Gather the tools and materials listed below.

You will need these items to complete the
installation.

• Flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers

• Electric drill and 5/16" (8 mm) and 1/8"
(3 mm) drill bits

• 3" (80 mm) hole saw

• Socket wrenches

• 7/16" open-end torque wrenches set to
20 in.-lbs (2.25 N-m) and 15 in.-lbs
(1.7 N-m)

• Torque wrench and 2 mm Allen hex key

(linear system only)

• Light hammer and center punch

Baseplate

TV-Hub

• Adhesive tape, and scriber or pencil

• RG-6 or RG-11 RF coax cable(s), with “F”
connectors, and termination tools (see

page 7)

• Silicone sealant or equivalent

• Satellite TV receiver(s)/DVRs for your
desired service (see Figure 2)

• Wi-Fi-enabled laptop PC with the
latest TracVision software and
satellite library downloaded from the
KVH Partner Portal (www.kvh.com/
partners), or Apple
smartphone/tablet with the latest
downloads via the TracVision TV/RV
mobile app

®

iOS or Android™

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Be sure to follow the guidelines below.
Damage caused by an improper installation is
not covered under KVH warranty.

IMPORTANT!

Blocked!

TracVision Antenna

Mast

Look Angle

Vessel Platform

10° to 80°

Figure 3: Blockage from Obstruction

Figure 4: Distance from Radar

Never place the antenna in the beam path of
the radar, regardless of distance. The radar’s
energy may damage the antenna or impair its
performance.

IMPORTANT!

15.5"

(39.4 cm)

17.6"

(44.7 cm)

4 x ø0.3"

(ø0.8 cm)

9.2"

(23.4 cm)

4.6"

(11.7 cm)

2.8"

(7.1 cm)

5.6"

(14.2 cm)

Cable Connector

Side View

Bottom View

Cable Connectors

Dual Linear

Figure 5: Antenna Dimensions

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Plan the Antenna Installation

Before you begin, consider the following antenna
installation guidelines.

• Minimize blockage. The antenna requires a
clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV
(see Figure 3). The fewer obstructions, the
better the system will perform.

• Consider the distance between your antenna
and any radar. KVH requires that you do not
mount the antenna on the same level as the
radar, because the radar’s energy may
damage the LNB. Most radar transmitters
emit RF energy within an elevation range of

-15º to +15º (see Figure 4). Therefore, mount
the antenna outside of this elevation range
and at least 3 ft (1 m) away from the radar.

Radar

3 ft (1 m)

Minimum

Potential RF
Interference

+15°

-15°

• Make sure the mounting surface is wide
enough to accommodate the antenna’s base
(see Figure 5). Also make sure it is flat, level
(within ±1°), strong enough to support the
antenna’s weight, and rigid enough to
prevent antenna vibration.

• Select a location that is as close as possible to
the intersection of the vessel’s fore-and-aft
centerline and midships.

• Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to
the TV-Hub to allow you to connect the 50 ft
(15 m) coax cable between them, while still
maintaining sufficient slack in the cable.

NOTE: If you need a longer cable, use an RG-6 (75 )
cable that does not exceed 100 ft (30 m), or an RG11
(75 ) cable that does not exceed 200 ft (60 m) (see

“Prepare the RF Cables” on page 7).

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Figure 6: TV-Hub Dimensions - Horizontal Orientation

Top View

9.34"

(23.7 cm)

10.94"

(27.8 cm)

10.52"

(26.7 cm)

7.90"

(20.0 cm)

LED Lights

Figure 7: TV-Hub Dimensions - Vertical Orientation

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Consider the following TV-Hub installation
guidelines.

• Select a mounting location in a dry, well­ventilated area belowdecks away from any
heat sources or salt spray.

• Do not install the TV-Hub in an area
surrounded by metal or near any electrical
devices that emit RF noise.

• The TV-Hub can be mounted horizontally or
vertically on a flat surface (see Figure 6 and
Figure 7).

• Be sure the TV-Hub LED lights will be visible
to the user.

• Select a location that will provide adequate
clearance for the TV-Hub dimensions (see
Figure 6 and Figure 7).

Plan the TV-Hub Installation

1.73"

(4.4 cm)

LED Lights

9.34"

(23.7 cm)

4.36"

(11.1 cm)

7.90"

(20.0 cm)

• Leave enough room behind the rear panel
(horizontal mount) or below the rear panel
(vertical mount) to accommodate connecting
the cables and making service loops within
the proper bend radius.

• If you plan to use the TV-Hub’s Wi-Fi
connections, ensure the TV-Hub mounting
location provides adequate Wi-Fi reception.

• If you plan to connect the TV-Hub to the
vessel’s onboard local area network (LAN),
choose a location near an available Ethernet
port.

NOTE: A template showing the exact locations of the
TV-Hub mounting holes and the dimensions between
them is provided in the Welcome Kit. Installation
details are provided in “Mount the TV-Hub” on

page 11.

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X

15.5"

(39.4 cm)

2.8"

(7.1 cm)

5.6"

(14.2 cm)

4.6" (11.7 cm)

9.2"

(23.4 cm)

4 x Ø 5/16"
(Ø 8 mm)
Mounting Holes

Cable Access Hole

(Suggested)

Antenna Base

Figure 8: Antenna Mounting Holes Layout

Center

Between

Mounting

Holes

Figure 9: Foam Seal

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Once you have identified a suitable antenna
mounting site, according to the guidelines
provided on page 4, follow these steps to drill the
mounting holes and cable access hole to prepare
the site for installation.

a. Unfold the antenna mounting template

(supplied in the Customer Welcome Kit) and
place it onto the mounting surface. Make sure
the “FWD” (forward) arrow points toward
the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s
centerline (see Figure 8). Tape in place.

NOTE: You don’t need to mount the antenna exactly
on the vessel’s centerline (the closer, the better), but
the antenna’s forward arrow must be parallel to it.

b. Using a light hammer and center punch,

mark the locations for the four mounting
holes and cable access hole on the mounting
surface in the locations indicated on the
template.

Prepare the Antenna Site

c. Drill a 5/16" (8 mm) hole at the four

mounting hole locations you marked in Step
b. Later, you will insert four 1/4"-20 bolts
through these holes to secure the antenna to
the mounting surface.

d. Using a hole saw, drill the cable access hole in

the location you marked in Step b. Be sure to
size the hole approximately to maintain a
cable bend radius of at least 3" (75 mm). If the
hole location is in the center of the antenna
mounting hole pattern, the diameter of the
cable access hole must not exceed 3.5"
(88 mm). Smooth the edges of the hole to
protect the cables. Later, you will route the
RF cable(s) through this hole and into the
vessel.

e. Clean and dry the antenna mounting surface.

f. Peel off the paper backing from the supplied

foam seal to expose the adhesive. Then press
the foam seal down firmly onto the mounting
surface, ensuring the hole in the foam seal
aligns with the cable access hole in the
mounting surface (see Figure 9).

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Figure 10: Number of RF Coax Cables to Connect to Antenna

* Multiswitch may be required.

Connecting to: RF Cables

System with Circular LNB

1 receiver 1

2 or more receivers 1*

System with Single Linear LNB

1 receiver 1

System with Dual Linear LNB

2 receivers 2

Note: LMR-400-75 is a suitable substitute.

Up to 100 ft (30 m) Cable Run

Cable RG-6

(KVH part no. 32-0417-0100)

Connector Thomas & Betts SNS1P6

(KVH part no. 23-0170)

Tools Augat IT1000

(KVH part no. 19-0242)

Strip
Lengths

Up to 200 ft (60 m) Cable Run

Cable RG-11

(KVH part no. 32-0566-0200)

Connector Thomas & Betts SNS11AS

(KVH part no. 23-0213)

Tools Thomas & Betts CST596711,

L3011B (KVH part no. 72-0493)

Strip
Lengths

Figure 11: RF Cable Requirements

• Do not reuse old RF cables from a
previous antenna installation. The RF1
cable between the TV-Hub and the
antenna carries not only satellite signal,
but power and data as well. Therefore, the
integrity and reliability of this cable is
critically important.

• RF cables must be rated for 75not 50

• Use of any cables not specified in
Figure 11 will void the warranty.

• Low-quality, poorly terminated, or
improperly installed RF cables are the
most common cause of system problems.
Terminate all RF cables with high-quality
“F” connectors using the proper
stripping/crimping tools, exactly to the
manufacturer’s specifications.

• When determining cable lengths, be sure
to account for an adequate service loop,
approximately 8" (20 cm) at both ends of
each cable.

IMPORTANT!

5

Follow these steps to prepare the RF coax cables
you will connect to the antenna.

a. Determine the number of RF cables you need

to connect to the antenna for your particular
installation (see Figure 10).

NOTE: A system with a dual linear LNB requires an
additional 50 ft (15 m) RG-6 RF cable with a sealing
boot (KVH part no. 32-0819-50). Spare right-angle
connectors and right-angle boot extensions are
supplied in the kit.

b. Determine the type of RF cable(s) and

connectors required in addition to what is
supplied in the antenna kit (see Figure 11).
Then follow the guidelines below to prepare
the cable(s).

Prepare the RF Cables

0.064" (1.63 mm) dia.

0.25" (6.35 mm)

0.5" (12.7 mm)

0.064" (1.63 mm) dia.

0.25" (6.35 mm)

0.5" (12.7 mm)

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Figure 12: Removing the Connector Cover

Figure 13: Rubber Boot Extension for Right-Angle Connector

RF1 ConnectorRF2 Connector

Figure 14: Connectors on Bottom of Dual Linear Antenna

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Follow these steps to connect the RF cable(s).

a. Using the supplied 3 mm Allen hex key,

temporarily remove the connector cover from
the antenna’s base (see Figure 12).

b. Route the antenna cable belowdecks through

the cable access hole, keeping the end with
the rubber sealing boot, shown in Figure 13,
at the antenna site. Leave an adequate service
loop (8" (20 cm) of slack) in the cable for easy
serviceability. If you are routing the cable

underneath the antenna, add a right angle
connector and boot extension (see Figure 13).

c. Clean and dry the connectors on the RF

cable(s) and the antenna (see Figure 14).

Wire the Antenna

CAUTION

Observe the safe handling instructions in the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provided
with the silicone grease.

Right-Angle

Connector

Right-Angle

Boot Extension

Rubber

Sealing Boot

d. Fill half of the inner body of the RF cable’s

connector with the supplied silicone grease.

e. Connect and SLOWLY hand-tighten the RF

cable to the “RF1” connector on the bottom of
the antenna (for a dual linear TV3, see
Figure 14), allowing the grease to diffuse and
settle into the entire space in the connector.

f. Make sure the RF cable is hand-tightened all

the way into the connector. Then tighten it
with a 7/16" torque wrench set to 20 in-lbs, or
a 7/16" wrench for 1/4 turn.

g. Wipe off any excess grease from the outside

of the connector.

h. Mate the boot to the RF connector or boot

extension covering the right-angle connector.

i. If the antenna is a dual linear TV3, label both

ends of each cable and repeat steps b through
h to connect the second RF cable to the
antenna’s “RF2” connector.

j. Seal the RF cable connections with silicone

sealant or equivalent. Then weatherproof and
seal the cable access hole as required.

k. Reinstall the connector cover.

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Figure 15: Removing the Radome

Figure 16: Shipping Restraint Hardware

Once you have removed the restraint, keep
the antenna level as much as possible and
handle the antenna very carefully. Prevent
the internal antenna assembly from rotating
freely within the baseplate to avoid damaging
the limit switch.

IMPORTANT!

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Inside the antenna, a shipping restraint prevents
the antenna assembly from moving during
shipment. Follow these steps to remove this
restraint.

a. Remove the three #10-32 Phillips screws

securing the radome to the baseplate (see
Figure 15). Carefully lift the radome straight
up until clear of the antenna assembly and set
it aside in a safe place.

If you keep the radome topside, secure it with
a lanyard to prevent it from falling
overboard. Also, do not place the radome on
a hot steel deck – the heat may warp the
radome.

b. Using a 10 mm socket wrench, remove the

bolt, washer, tag, and spacer securing the
antenna assembly to the baseplate (see
Figure 16). Save this hardware for future use;
the customer will need to reinstall it if he/she
needs to relocate or reship the antenna.

Remove the Shipping Restraint

#10-32 Screw (x3)

Bolt

Washer

Ta g

Spacer

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Figure 17: Forward Arrow in Antenna Baseplate

You will need to rotate the antenna assembly
by hand to see all four mounting holes. Rotate
it slowly to avoid damaging the limit switch.

IMPORTANT!

1/4"-20 x 3" Bolt

1/4" Flat Washer

(5/8" diameter)

Antenna Base

Foam Seal

Mounting Surface

1/4"-20 Lock Nut

1/4" Flat Washer

(1" diameter)

IMPORTANT:
Apply anti-seize
to threads

Figure 18: Mounting the Antenna (Side View)

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Follow these steps to mount the antenna.

a. Place the antenna baseplate over the holes

drilled in the mounting surface. Ensure the
“Forward” arrow inside the baseplate points
toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s
centerline (see Figure 17).

Mount the Antenna

CAUTION

Be sure to observe the safe handling
instructions in the Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) provided with the anti-seize
lubricant.

b. Apply a thin layer of the supplied anti-seize

lubricant to the threads of the four 1/4"-20
mounting bolts (see Figure 18).

c. At each of the four baseplate mounting holes,

place a 5/8"-diameter flat washer on a
1/4"-20 bolt and insert the bolt into the hole
from above (see Figure 18).

d. Secure each mounting bolt to the mounting

surface using a 1"-diameter flat washer and
1/4"-20 lock nut from below. Tighten all four
bolts until the four rubber feet on the
baseplate are bottomed against the mounting
surface and the foam seal is fully compressed.

e. Reinstall the radome onto the antenna. Secure

in place with the three #10-32 screws you
removed on page 9. Hide and protect the
screws with the plastic screw caps (supplied
in the kit).

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7.93"

(20.1 cm)

3.17"

(8.1 cm)

4.86"

(12.3 cm)

Front of TV-Hub

Keyhole

2 x Ø 0.13"

(Ø 0.3 cm)

Mounting Tab
Ø 0.13"
(Ø 0.3 cm)

Figure 19: TV-Hub Mounting Template

Keyhole (x2)

Mounting Tab

Figure 20: TV-Hub Keyholes and Mounting Tab

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Follow these steps to install the TV-Hub inside
the vessel:

a. Tape the mounting template in the location

selected for the TV-Hub. Punch holes at each
of the two keyhole locations and at the
mounting tab location.

b. Remove the template.

c. Drill a 1/8" (3 mm) hole at the three hole

locations you marked in Step a.

d. Install a #8 Phillips thread-forming screw

partway into one of the keyhole holes leaving
a small gap for hooking the TV-Hub onto it.
Use the thickness (2.5 mm) of the M10 washer
supplied in the kit as a gauge for the size gap
to leave.

e. Repeat step d for the other keyhole.

Mount the TV-Hub

f. Peel off the backing on the adhesive-backed

washer (supplied in the kit) and place it over
the mounting tab hole (see Figure 19).

g. Align the wide part of the TV-Hub’s

keyholes, as shown in Figure 20, over the
screws, then slide downwards to secure the
screws into the narrow part of the keyholes.

h. Press the rear mounting tab of the TV-Hub

onto the adhesive washer and install the third
#8 Phillips thread-forming screw in the
mounting tab hole.

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Deck

Antenna

To antenna only,
supplies 42 VDC

RF1

Figure 21: TV-Hub Antenna Connection

Do not connect anything other than the
antenna’s RF1 cable to the “Antenna” jack.
The “Antenna” jack has 42 VDC on it which
will damage other devices, such as
multiswitches, receivers, DVRs, etc.

IMPORTANT!

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Follow these steps to connect the antenna to the
TV-Hub.

a. Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to

the “Antenna” jack on the TV-Hub (see
Figure 21).

b. Hand-tighten the RF cable until it is all the

way into the “Antenna” jack. Then tighten it
with a 7/16" torque wrench set to 15 in-lbs, or
a 7/16" wrench 1/8 turn.

Wire the Antenna to the TV-Hub

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Figure 22: TV-Hub A Receiver Connections

TV-Hub B

Linear Receiver

Figure 23: TV-Hub B Receiver Connections

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The steps for connecting the customer’s
receiver(s) to the TracVision system and setting
them up depends upon the customer’s satellite
TV service (see Figure 22 and Figure 23).

Wire the Receivers

NOTE: KVH’s TracVision Configuration Wizard,
available at www.kvh.com/tvseriesconfigurator,
displays a wiring diagram and parts list for all of the
most common configurations.

Follow the steps in the applicable section below
to wire the receivers. Then connect the receiver(s)
to the customer’s television(s).

Linear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14

DIRECTV (SWM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 15

DIRECTV (Non-SWM) . . . . . . . . . page 17

DISH Network/Bell TV . . . . . . . . page 18

TV-Hub A

DIRECTV U.S.

Non-SWM Receivers

DIRECTV U.S.

SWM Receivers

DISH Network, Bell TV,

and Linear Receivers

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Figure 24: Wiring 1 Linear Receiver

TV-Hub

Antenna

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

Receiver

RF1

Figure 25: Wiring 2 Linear Receivers (Dual Linear System Only)

To enable the second receiver to control
satellite selection, install an optional IP
AutoSwitch (KVH part no. 72-0634) in-line
with the receiver’s RF input. See Appendix A
on page 31 for details.

IMPORTANT!

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Continued Wire the Receivers

Linear Wiring

Follow these steps to connect linear receivers to
the TracVision system (linear universal single LNB
or linear universal dual LNB required).

Connecting 1 Receiver

Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on
the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the
receiver (see Figure 24). This receiver will be able to

control satellite selection in Automatic satellite
switching mode.

Connecting 2 Receivers (Dual Linear System Only)

a. Run a second RF cable (RF2) from the

antenna (see “Wire the Antenna” on page 8).
Be sure to connect a grounding block in-line
with the RF1 and RF2 cables from the antenna
(see Figure 25 and “Grounding

Requirements” on page 20).

b. Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack

on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the
first receiver. This receiver will be able to control

satellite selection in Automatic satellite switching
mode.

c. Connect the RF2 cable from the grounding

block to the “Satellite In” jack on the second
receiver (see Figure 25).

TV-Hub

Grounding

Receiver

Receiver

RF1

Block

Receiver

Satellite In

Satellite In

RF2

Antenna

AC Power

AC Power

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Figure 26: Wiring 1 DIRECTV SWM Receiver

r

Figure 27: Wiring a DIRECTV SWM Splitter

TV-Hub

SWM

R

AUDIO OUT

L

PrPbY

VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

ETHERNET

SATELLITE IN 1

IR RECEIVE SATA HDMI PHONE JACK

POWER INPUT

USB

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Genie DVR

Genie Client

Genie Client

Genie Client

Network

Network

Network

Satellite In

Note: Although you
may connect
additional Genie
clients, only 3 can be
active at one time

AC Power

AC Power

SWM DVR

AC Power

SWM Receiver

Satellite In

Satellite In

Supports up to 8 tuners:

Each SWM receiver = 1 tuner
Each SWM DVR = 2 tuners
Each Genie DVR = 5 tuners
Each Genie client = 0 tuners

SWM Splitter

Ter minate

unused
outputs

If you need to receive local channels on the
119W satellite, and you want the antenna to
automatically switch between the 101W and
119W satellites, you need to use the DIRECTV
coax network. See Appendix B on page 34 for
details.

IMPORTANT!

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Continued Wire the Receivers

DIRECTV – SWM Wiring

Follow these steps to connect DIRECTV SWM
receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB
and TV-Hub A required).

NOTE: You can connect non-SWM receivers as well,
as explained in “DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring” on

page 17.

Connecting 1 SWM Receiver

Connect an RF cable from the “SWM” jack on the
TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the receiver/
DVR (see Figure 26).

TV-Hub

RF1

SWM

Antenna

SWM Receiver

Connecting 2-8 SWM Receivers (or Tuners)

a. Connect an RF cable from the “SWM” jack on

the TV-Hub to the “SWM” input on the SWM
splitter (supplied in the kit) (see Figure 27).

b. Connect the SWM splitter’s outputs to the

“Satellite In” jack on the receivers/DVRs (or
“Network” jack when connecting a Genie
client). You can connect any number of SWM
and Genie devices that add up to 8 tuners or
fewer. Refer to Figure 27 to determine the
tuners consumed by each type of device.

c. Terminate any unused outputs on the SWM

splitter with the supplied 75terminators
and verify all connections are tight.

Satellite In

AC Powe

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Figure 28: Wiring a DIRECTV External SWM-8 Kit

TV-Hub

Antenna

Antenna

AC Power

SWM

18V

13V

18V/

22

KHz

13V/

22

KHz

DC Block
Splitter

DC Block

Splitter

Secondary Primary Secondary Primary

SWM Power

Inserter

SWM-8

Module

SWM1/PWR

AC Power

SWM Receiver/DVR

Satellite In

Connect any combination of SWM receivers/DVRs
that add up to 8 or fewer tuners at the SWM splitter

SWM Splitter

Ter minate

unused
outputs

Supports up to 8 tuners:

Each SWM receiver = 1 tuner
Each SWM DVR = 2 tuners

IRD

Legacy 2

Legacy 1

If you need to receive local channels on the
119W satellite, and you want the antenna to
automatically switch between the 101W and
119W satellites, you need to use the DIRECTV
coax network. See Appendix B on page 34 for
details.

IMPORTANT!

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Continued Wire the Receivers

Connecting 9-16 SWM Receivers (or Tuners)

To connect more than 8 tuners, first follow the
steps for 2-8 tuners, as explained on the previous
page. Then install an external SWM-8 kit (KVH
part no. 72-0678). Connect the kit to the “Legacy”
jacks on the TV-Hub then connect the SWM
devices, as shown in Figure 28.

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TV-Hub

Non-SWM Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

Non-SWM Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

Legacy 2

Legacy 1

Antenna

RF1

Figure 29: Wiring 1 to 2 DIRECTV Non-SWM Receivers

Non-SWM receivers are limited to manual
satellite switching only.

IMPORTANT!

Figure 30: Wiring 3+ DIRECTV Non-SWM Receivers

Non-SWM Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

TV-Hub

Connect up to 8 non-SWM receivers

13V/

22

KHz

13V

18V

18V/

22

KHz

DC Block
Splitter

DC Block

Splitter

Antenna

Antenna

AC Power

13V 18V/

22KHz

13V/
22KHz

18V

Multiswitch

Legacy 2

Legacy 1

Secondary Primary Secondary Primary

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Continued Wire the Receivers

DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring

Follow these steps to connect non-SWM receivers
to the TracVision system (circular LNB and
TV-Hub A required).

NOTE: You can connect SWM receivers as well, as
explained in “DIRECTV – SWM Wiring” on

page 15.

Connecting 1-2 Receivers

a. Connect an RF cable from the “Legacy 1” jack

on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the
receiver (see Figure 29).

b. When installing two receivers, connect an RF

cable from the “Legacy 2” jack on the
TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the
second receiver.

Connecting 3 or More Receivers

To connect three or more non-SWM receivers,
you need an 8-output multiswitch kit (KVH part
no. 72-0677), which includes two DC block
splitters.

a. Connect an RF cable from the “Legacy 1” jack

on the TV-Hub to the “Antenna” jack on one
of the DC block splitters (see Figure 30).

b. Connect the “Primary” jack on the DC block

splitter to the “18V” jack on the multiswitch,
and connect the “Secondary” jack on the DC
block splitter to the “18V/22KHz” jack on the
multiswitch.

c. Repeat steps a and b with “Legacy 2” and the

second DC block splitter using the “13V” and
“13V/22KHz” jacks on the multiswitch.

d. Connect the multiswitch outputs to the

“Satellite In” jacks on the non-SWM
receivers.

e. Terminate any unused outputs on the

multiswitch with 75terminators and verify
all connections are tight.

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Receivers must be DISH Pro-compatible. Look
for the DISH Pro logo on the box.

IMPORTANT!

Figure 31: Wiring 1 DISH/Bell Receiver

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

TV-Hub

Antenna

RF1

Receiver

Figure 32: Wiring 2 DISH/Bell Receivers

Figure 33: Wiring 3+ DISH/Bell Receivers

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

TV-Hub

Connect up to 4 receivers

Ter minate
unused
outputs

13V18V

Multiswitch

18V

Receiver

DC Block
Splitter

Antenna

Secondary Primary

To enable any of the additional receivers to
control satellite selection in Automatic
satellite switching mode, install an optional IP
Autoswitch (KVH part no. 72-0634) in-line
with its RF input. See Appendix A on page 31
for details.

IMPORTANT!

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Continued Wire the Receivers

DISH Network and Bell TV Wiring

Follow these steps to connect DISH Network or
Bell TV receivers to the TracVision system
(circular LNB required).

Connecting 1 Receiver

Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on
the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the
receiver (see Figure 31).

Connecting 2 or More Receivers

a. Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack

on the TV-Hub to the “Antenna” jack on the
DC block splitter (supplied in the kit).

b. Connect the “Primary” jack on the DC block

splitter to the “Satellite In” jack on the first
receiver. This receiver will be able to control

satellite selection in Automatic satellite switching
mode.

c. If you need to connect just a second receiver,

connect the “Secondary” jack on the splitter
to the “Satellite In” jack on the second
receiver (see Figure 32).

If you need to connect three or more
receivers, connect the “Secondary” jack on
the splitter to the “18V” port on a
multiswitch (see Figure 33). KVH offers a
4-output passive multiswitch (KVH part no.
72-0676) and an 8-output active multiswitch
(KVH part no. 72-0677).

d. When using a multiswitch, connect the

multiswitch outputs to the “Satellite In” jacks
on the receivers.

TV-Hub

Antenna

DC Block
Splitter

Secondary Primary

Receiver

Receiver

Satellite In

AC Power

Receiver

Satellite In

AC Power

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TV-Hub

OR

B A

1 2

NMEA 0183 Talker

NMEA

0183

NMEA 2000 Talker

CAN Network

Backbone

NMEA

2000

Figure 34: TV-Hub NMEA Connections

Figure 35: Supported NMEA 0183 Messages

NMEA 0183 $--xxx Description

HDG Heading, Deviation &

Variation

HDM Heading, Magnetic

HDT Heading, True

OSD Own Ship Data

THS True Heading & Status

VHW Water Speed and Heading

RMC GNSS Position Data

Figure 36: Supported NMEA 2000 Messages

PGN Description

127250 Vessel Heading

129029 GNSS Position Data

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Connect a NMEA Device

At the customer’s option, you can connect a
NMEA device to the TV-Hub, allowing the
antenna to use its GNSS position and heading
data to speed up satellite acquisition. The current
position and heading will also be displayed on
the Home page of the web interface.

Follow these steps to connect a NMEA device to
the TV-Hub, if desired.

NMEA 0183

a. Wire and connect the 2-position terminal

strip connector (supplied in the kit) as shown
in Figure 34.

b. Configure the NMEA device to transmit one

or more of the supported NMEA 0183
messages at 4800 baud (see Figure 35).

NMEA 2000

a. Connect the TV-Hub to the vessel‘s

NMEA 2000 CAN network backbone via a
“T” connector, as shown in Figure 34. Be sure
to use a standard drop cable: 5-wire
(4 conductors + shield) twisted pair with
micro-C connectors.

Optional

b. Configure the NMEA device to transmit one

or more of the supported NMEA 2000
messages (see Figure 36).

Later, you will select the NMEA source at the
TracVision Setup Wizard (see “Setup Wizard” on

page 27).

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DC Power

(10-30V, 10A max)

TV-Hub

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

Grounding Block

#6 Mounting
Screw (x2)

Antenna

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

Receiver

RF1

RF2

Ground

Deck

Figure 37: Grounding Block Example

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Before connecting power, be sure the vessel is
properly grounded in accordance with marine
standards.

Connect Power

Grounding Requirements

Proper grounding of the TracVision system to
ship’s ground is critically important, as it
protects the equipment from lightning and
electrostatic discharges (ESD). Follow these steps
to ground the system.

a. Connect the hoop of the grounding wire

(supplied in the kit) to the “Ground” screw
on the rear panel of the TV-Hub. Connect the
other end to ship’s ground.

b. If two RF cables are connected to the antenna

(dual linear system only), connect a
grounding block in-line with the RF cables.
Attach a ground wire from the grounding
block to ship’s ground. Then mount the
grounding block using the two supplied #6
screws (see Figure 37).

WARNING

Failure to ground the TracVision system
properly to the vessel’s ground will cause an
unsafe floating ground condition, risking
damage to the antenna and electric shock,
potentially resulting in DEATH. In a

floating ground condition, the difference
between the equipment's chassis ground and
the vessel’s ground can measure well over
100 volts, when it normally should not
exceed 25 volts. Therefore, always measure
the difference in potential between chassis
ground and the vessel’s ground to make
certain that there is no dangerous floating
ground condition, even if the ground pin of
the vessel's AC power plug appears to be
intact.

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Ground

DC Return

10-30 VDC Power,

10A maximum

Red

Black

Input

Filter

Fuse Holder with
9A 32V SFE Fuse

Figure 38: TracVision System Power

All power connections must be hard wired.

IMPORTANT!

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Continued Connect Power

Connect Power to the System

NOTE: When powering up a SWM configuration,
apply power to all other system components before
powering up the receivers and DVRs (tuners are
assigned SWM channels during startup).

Follow these steps to connect power to the
TracVision system (see Figure 38).

a. Make sure that the ground wire from the

TV-Hub has been connected as described on
the previous page.

b. Connect the TV-Hub power cable (supplied

in the kit) to the 10-30 VDC power input on
the rear of the TV-Hub.

c. Connect the black wire of the TV-Hub power

cable to DC return (ship’s ground).

d. Connect the red wire of the TV-Hub power

cable to the vessel’s 12 VDC or 24 VDC power
source (10-30 VDC is required at the
TV-Hub).

NOTE: An optional 24 VDC AC-DC power supply
(5 A, 120 W) is available from KVH (part no.
72-0669).

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Figure 39: TV-Hub Power Switch

During startup, the TV-Hub checks the
software versions installed in the antenna and
updates them if necessary to match the
versions it has stored for that model. All three
status lights (see Figure 40) will alternate
orange while this update is in progress. Do

not turn off the system during this time.

Updates might take up to 40 minutes.

IMPORTANT!

TV-Hub Antenna Power

Figure 40: TV-Hub Status Lights

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Follow these steps to turn on the system for the
first time.

a. Ensure the antenna has a clear, unobstructed

view of the sky.

b. Press the power switch on the rear panel of

the TV-Hub to apply power to the TracVision
system (see Figure 39).

Turn On the System

Power Switch

TV-Hub

c. Within a few minutes, the TV-Hub and

Power lights should be lit green (the Antenna
light will be flashing green).

d. Plug in and turn on any connected receivers,

DVRs, Genie clients, and televisions.

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Figure 41: Wi-Fi Connection

TV-Hub

Figure 42: Wired Ethernet Connection

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Follow these steps to access the TV-Hub’s web
interface.

Access the Web Interface

Using the Wireless Connection

a. Select the TVHub-<TV-Hub serial number>

network from your device’s Wi-Fi settings to
connect to the TV-Hub (see Figure 41).

b. Start your web browser and enter

http://tvhub.kvh. If the web interface does

not appear, try entering http://172.16.0.1,
which is the default IP address of the
TV-Hub.

Using the Ethernet Connection

a. Connect a laptop PC configured for DHCP

directly to the “Ethernet” port on the TV-Hub
(see Figure 42).

b. Start your web browser and enter

http://169.254.253.1.

NOTE: When connected to a vessel’s LAN (see

“Connect to an Onboard Network” on page 24), you

will need to enter the IP address (dynamic or static)
assigned to the TV-Hub. If your laptop has Bonjour
installed, you can use it to find the TV-Hub on the
network without knowing its IP address.

TV-Hub

Ethernet

169.254.253.1

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Onboard Network (LAN)

12VDC
POWER

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TV-Hub

Wireless Router

Ethernet

Figure 43: TV-Hub Network Connections

Figure 44: TV-Hub Reset Button

Figure 45: Web Interface Ethernet Settings

For systems with IP AutoSwitch(es), make
sure they are on the same local LAN segment
as the TV-Hub (see Appendix A on page 31).

For DIRECTV systems set up for automatic
satellite switching, make sure the receiver(s)
have IP addresses in the same subnet as the
TV-Hub (see Appendix B on page 34).

IMPORTANT!

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Connect to an Onboard Network

Connecting the TV-Hub to an onboard local area
network (LAN) is required if any of the following
conditions apply:

• One or more IP AutoSwitches are installed to

enable automatic satellite switching (Linear/

DISH Network/Bell TV only)

• Customer wants to access the TV-Hub’s web
interface using any device connected to the
onboard network (see Figure 43)

NOTE: Connecting the TV-Hub to the onboard
network using its Wi-Fi rather than an Ethernet cable
is not recommended because you lose the ability to
connect directly to the TV-Hub’s built-in Wi-Fi. You
will always need to connect via the network.

NOTE: The Reset button on the rear panel of the
TV-Hub (see Figure 44) reverts all network settings
back to their original factory settings.

Optional

Wired LAN Connection

a. Connect the “Ethernet” port on the TV-Hub

to the onboard network (LAN) using the
supplied Ethernet cable.

b. By default, the TV-Hub’s Ethernet port is

configured as a DHCP client, and the
network’s router automatically assigns it an
IP address. However, in this Dynamic mode,
the TV-Hub could get assigned a different IP
address whenever it is turned on.

KVH recommends that you set the TV-Hub
to Static mode and enter a static IP address at
the web interface (see Figure 45) (go to
Settings > Network Settings). Be sure to
choose a static IP address that is outside the
router’s DHCP range (refer to the router’s
user manual for details on finding its range.)

TV-Hub

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Figure 46: TV-Hub Security and Password Setting

KVH strongly recommends that you keep the
TV-Hub set to AP (Access Point) wireless
mode. If you select IF (Infrastructure) mode to
connect the TV-Hub to your onboard
network, you will no longer be able to access
the TV-Hub’s web interface directly.

IMPORTANT!

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By default, the TV-Hub’s wireless settings are
configured for the following:

• Wireless Mode: AP (Access Point)

• SSID: TV-Hub-<TV-Hub serial number>

• IP Address: 172.16.0.1

•Security Mode: Off

KVH strongly advises that you select the
WPA_PSK security mode as shown in Figure 46
and assign a unique password to prevent
unauthorized access to the TV-Hub (at the web
interface, go to Settings > Network Settings). If
you keep the default settings, you’re allowing
anyone to access the TV-Hub with their mobile
device.

Secure the Wi-Fi Connection

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Figure 47: Setup Wizard Welcome Page

Figure 48: Software Updates Page

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The Setup Wizard appears upon initial startup to
step you through system configuration (see
Figure 47). Before you begin to set up the system:

• Know the service provider and associated
satellite(s)

• Check the latest software version (see below)

• Verify all system components are connected

Set Up the System

Update Software and Satellite Library

Before you start the Setup Wizard, update the
system software and satellite library to the latest
versions. Use the Apple
smartphone/tablet mobile app, or follow these
steps to use a laptop PC that has the latest update
files downloaded to it from the KVH Partner
Portal (www.kvh.com/partners).

®

iOS or Android™

a. Select Exit in the Setup Wizard page. The web

interface appears.

b. At the Updates page of the web interface,

select the antenna model. Then select Install
Update (see Figure 48). Find the .kvh file in
your downloads folder, then double-click to
install.

c. Wait for the update to complete. It may take

up to 45 minutes. The TV-Hub’s lights will
alternate orange while the update is in
progress. Once complete, the web interface
will report that the latest version is installed.

d. When the software update is complete, select

the Satellite Library. Then select Install
Update. Find the .xml file in your downloads
folder, then double-click to install.

e. Close the web interface. Then reopen it (see

“Access the Web Interface” on page 23). The

Setup Wizard will reappear since setup has
yet to be completed.

f. Select Proceed with Setup Wizard.

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Figure 49: Preset Satellite Groups

Note: This list is subject to change.

Service Satellites (A-B-C-D)

Linear Create a custom group if

multiple satellites are needed

DIRECTV U.S. DIRECTV Dual:

101W and 119W

DISH
Network

Western Arc:

110W, 119W, 129W

Eastern Arc:
61W, 72W, 77W

Legacy East Arc:

61W, 110W, 119W

DISH 500:

110W, 119W

Bell TV Bell TV Dual:

82W, 91W

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Continued Set Up the System

Setup Wizard

System configuration continues by prompting
you to enter information or perform certain tasks,
as necessary. For example:

• Enter installer and vessel information

• Select a source for GNSS position data

• Select a source for heading data (if NMEA
device is connected)

• Select the satellite TV service

• Select satellite(s) to track (make your own
selections or select one of the preset groups
listed in Figure 49), or create user-defined
satellites

• Set up automatic switching, if applicable

Additional Setup Information

Once the Setup Wizard has been completed,
perform follow-up tasks such as:

• Set up receivers to operate with the system
(as instructed by the Wizard)

• Activate the receivers (as instructed by the
Wizard)

• Set the antenna’s LNB to the skew angle
provided by the Wizard (see “Set the LNB

Skew Angle” on page 29; applies to linear

systems only)

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Figure 50: Linear Receiver DiSEqC Settings (Example)

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Continued Set Up the System

Linear Receiver Setup for Automatic
Switching

For automatic switching to work properly using
the DiSEqC communications protocol, set up
linear receivers for the same satellites installed in
the TracVision system. Set up the satellites in the
receiver in the exact same order as they were set
up in the antenna. The specific setup process
varies among receiver models – refer to the
receiver’s manual for details. Use the table below
and Figure 50 as a guide.

Satellites
in Antenna

Slot A Port/Switch/LNB/DiSEqC 1 or A

Slot B Port/Switch/LNB/DiSEqC 2 or B

Slot C Port/Switch/LNB/DiSEqC 3 or C

Slot D Port/Switch/LNB/DiSEqC 4 or D

Matching Satellites
in Receiver

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CAUTION

Disconnect power from the antenna before
you remove the radome. The antenna has
moving parts that can cause injury.

Figure 51: Location of LNB on Back of Antenna Reflector

Figure 52: LNB Set Screws and Skew Angle Adjustment

Make sure the LNB is fully inserted into the
choke feed to ensure optimum performance.

IMPORTANT!

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Set the LNB Skew Angle

Follow these steps to set the antenna’s LNB to the
skew angle supplied by the Setup Wizard. A dual

linear LNB is shown in this procedure.

a. At the rear panel of the TV-Hub, set the

power switch to the Off position. Verify its
Power light goes out.

b. Remove the antenna’s radome as described

on page 9.

c. Locate the LNB on the back of the antenna’s

reflector (see Figure 51).

d. Using a 2 mm Allen hex key, loosen the two

M4 set screws securing the LNB to the choke
feed (see Figure 52).

Linear Systems Only

Reflector

LNB

e. Adjust the LNB, clockwise or counter-

clockwise, until the skew arrow on the LNB
points to the correct skew angle you noted
when running the Setup Wizard.

f. Tighten the two M4 set screws to secure the

LNB in place. Apply 11-in-lbs (1.2 N-m) of
torque, if possible.

g. Reinstall the radome.

Choke Feed

M4 Set Screws (x2)

Skew Arrow

LNB

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Figure 53: Satellite Switching Selection on Home Page

Figure 54: Master Receiver Selection

CAUTION

In the unlikely event that you need to
remove the radome, remove power from the
antenna first because the antenna’s moving
parts can cause injury.

TracVision

Figure 55: Blockage Example

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Before you leave the vessel, test the system to
ensure the antenna works properly. Fill out the
Installation Checklist (provided in the Welcome
Kit) and return it to KVH. Refer to the
instructions on the form.

Give the Welcome Kit to the customer, provide
any passwords and static IP addresses you set
up, and explain how to use the system. Ensure
the customer understands the following.

•How to:

•Turn on the system

• Access the web interface

• Switch satellites (see Figure 53)

• Select a master receiver (see Figure 54)

• Interpret TV-Hub status information

• Download software and satellite library

• Perform general troubleshooting

Educate the Customer

updates (using web interface and/or
mobile app)

• Keep the radome installed on the antenna at
all times. The radome protects the antenna’s
moving parts from wind, rain, and debris.

• The antenna must have a clear view of the
sky to receive satellite TV. Common causes of
blockage include trees, buildings, bridges,
and onboard equipment (see Figure 55).
Heavy rain or snow might also temporarily
interrupt reception.

• Clean the antenna regularly. Dirt buildup on
the radome can affect satellite TV reception.

• You must be located within the satellites’
coverage area to receive TV signals. Visit

www.kvh.com/footprint for coverage maps.

• Please register the system to ensure the best
possible service from KVH. Visit

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www.kvh.com/register for details.

Figure 56: IP AutoSwitch

Figure 57: Serial Number and Master Select Button

Serial Number

Master Select Button

A

Installing an IP AutoSwitch

Follow these steps to add an IP AutoSwitch
(KVH part no. 72-0634) to each DISH Network,
Bell TV, or linear receiver you want to be able to
control satellite selection in Automatic satellite
switching mode.

NOTE: A receiver connected directly to the TV-Hub’s
“Receiver” jack can control satellite selection without
an IP AutoSwitch.

Inspect Parts

Follow these steps to inspect the kit contents.

a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains each of

the following items:

• 3 ft (1 m) Ethernet cable

• 2 ft (60 cm) RF cable

• Adhesive-backed Velcro strip

b. Carefully examine all of the supplied parts to

ensure nothing was damaged in shipment.

Appendix

c. Locate the serial number on the bottom of the

IP AutoSwitch (see Figure 57) and record it
on the Installation Checklist (supplied in the
Welcome Kit) for future reference.

Choose a Mounting Location

Choose a mounting location that meets the
following requirements:

• Dry, well-ventilated, and away from heat
sources

• Provides a clear view of and easy access to
the Master Select button (see Figure 57)

• Provides adequate clearance for running the
cables and allows for service loops and strain
relief

• Within 2 ft (60 cm) of the associated receiver
in order to use the supplied cable

• Either a horizontal or vertical surface

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Figure 58: IP AutoSwitch Connections

A

Continued Installing an IP AutoSwitch

Wire the IP AutoSwitch

The wiring of the IP AutoSwitch depends on the
specific configuration. Refer to the wiring
diagrams provided in “Wire the Receivers” on

page 13, while following the general wiring steps

below:

RF Input**

RF In

Network

To Network*

a. Disconnect the RF input cable from the

receiver and connect it to the “RF In” jack on
the IP AutoSwitch. Then tighten to 15 in.-lbs
of torque.

b. Connect the supplied 2 ft (60 cm) RF cable

from the “To Receiver” port on the IP
AutoSwitch to the receiver’s satellite input
and tighten to 15 in.-lbs of torque.

c. Using the supplied Ethernet cable, connect

the “Network” port of the IP AutoSwitch to
the onboard network. If a network is not
available, install a router as shown in
Figure 58.

d. If not already connected, connect the TV-Hub

to the onboard network (see Figure 58).

e. Using the supplied Velcro strip, secure the

IP AutoSwitch to the mounting surface.

IP AutoSwitch

To Receiver

Router

12VDC
POWER

AC Power

Receiver

AC Power

Satellite In

** Varies depending on your system configuration

* Network Connections

Connect the TV-Hub and IP AutoSwitch(es) to your
onboard network. If you do not have a network, install
a router or router and switch as shown below.

TV-Hub

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Connect up to 3 IP AutoSwitches

OR

To TV- H u b

Router

12VDC

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Connect up to 2 IP AutoSwitches

Switch

4 3 2 18 7 6 5

POE

Connect up to 7 IP AutoSwitches

AC Power

+

48V

AC Power

Figure 59: Add IP AutoSwitch Screen

140701234

The TV-Hub has a built-in IP AutoSwitch.
Any receiver connected directly to the TV­Hub can therefore be selected as a master
receiver through the web interface.

IMPORTANT!

Figure 60: IP AutoSwitch LED Status Indications

LED Color Indication

Orange Registered with the system but

not currently the master

Orange,
flashing

Initializing

Red Error:

• unable to communicate with
the system,

• network is not detected, or

•unable to register

Green Registered with the system

and currently the master

A

Continued Installing an IP AutoSwitch

Configure the IP AutoSwitch

When performing system setup (see “Set Up the

System” on page 26), follow these additional

steps to configure the IP AutoSwitch.

NOTE: KVH recommends that you run the Setup
Wizard in the web interface whenever you change
your system’s configuration by adding or removing
devices.

a. At the AutoSwitch page of the web interface,

select Add IP AutoSwitch (Figure 59).

b. Enter the serial number and choose a friendly

name for the IP AutoSwitch (for example,
“Salon”).

c. Select Save to save your changes.

Select the Master Receiver

Any receiver connected to an IP AutoSwitch can
become the master receiver for the system. The
master receiver controls satellite selection.

a. To choose the master receiver, select it on the

Home page of the web interface, or press the
Master Select button on the associated
IP AutoSwitch.

b. Verify that the LED in the Master Select

button on the IP AutoSwitch is lit green (see
Figure 60). The LEDs for any other IP
AutoSwitches should be lit orange.

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Figure 61: Non-Genie Configuration

TV-Hub

AC Power

DC to RF

Adapter

Power
Supply

New Receiver Models:

HR24, H24, H25

AC Power

Satellite In

Ethernet

Connect any combination of SWM receivers/DVRs
that add up to 8 or fewer tuners at the SWM splitter

DECA

SWM Splitter

Supports up to 8 tuners:

Each SWM receiver = 1 tuner
Each SWM DVR = 2 tuners

Can connect via an
onboard network
(router), if desired

SWM

B

Using a DIRECTV Coax Network

In Automatic satellite switching mode, the
TV-Hub can accept commands from the master
SWM-compatible DIRECTV receiver to
automatically switch between the 101W and
119W satellites. The TV-Hub communicates with
the master receiver via the TV-Hub’s Ethernet
port link to the DIRECTV coax network. Follow
the steps in this section to set up this
communication link with SWM-compatible
receivers

NOTE: The 119W satellite only carries local channels
for certain regions of the country. (You can find a list
of these regions in the Setup Wizard.) If the
customer’s locals are carried on DIRECTV’s main
101W satellite, there is no need to switch satellites.

DIRECTV Coax Network Connections

DIRECTV recently adopted coax networking
technology, by which both satellite TV signals
and network communications data are carried by
the coax cables. This simplifies installation, since
Ethernet cables don't need to be run to all of the
receivers.

Appendix

34

Non-Genie Configurations

If a Genie DVR (HR44 or HR34) is not present on
the DIRECTV SWM network, you need to install
a DECA with power supply and DC to RF
adapter, collectively referred to as a DECA
Broadband Kit (KVH part no. 19-0860) and
formerly called a Cinema Connection Kit. When
connected to the SWM splitter and the TV-Hub's
Ethernet port, either directly or via an onboard
router, the DECA relays messages between the
DIRECTV coax network and the Ethernet
network (see Figure 61).

Figure 62: Genie Configuration

R

AUDIO OUT

L

PrPbY

VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

ETHERNET

SATELLITE IN 1

IR RECEIVE SATA HDMI PHONE JACK

POWER INPUT

USB

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Satellite In

AC Power

Ethernet

Genie DVR:

HR34 or HR44

Genie Client Models:

C31, C41

Network

New Receiver Models:

HR24, H24, H25

AC Power

Satellite In

AC Power

TV-Hub

Ethernet

Connect any combination of SWM receivers/DVRs
that add up to 8 or fewer tuners at the SWM splitter

SWM Splitter

Can connect via an
onboard network
(router), if desired

SWM

Supports up to 8 tuners:

Each SWM receiver = 1 tuner
Each SWM DVR = 2 tuners
Each Genie DVR = 5 tuners
Each Genie client = 0 tuners

B

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Genie Configurations

Full DECA Broadband functionality is built into
Genie DVRs (HR44 or HR34). So if a Genie DVR
is present on the DIRECTV SWM network, no
external DECA Broadband kit is required. Just
connect the Genie's Ethernet port to the TV-Hub's
Ethernet port, either directly or via an onboard
router (see Figure 62). The Genie DVR provides
the link between the DIRECTV coax network and
the Ethernet network.

NOTE: If you cannot easily connect the Genie DVR’s
Ethernet port to the TV-Hub or an onboard network,
you can use a DECA Broadband Kit, as explained in

“Non-Genie Configurations” on page 34.

NOTE: Genie clients cannot switch satellites; they
can only view programming carried by the satellite
that is currently selected.

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Figure 63: Additional Equipment for Older Receivers

* Model HR20-100 may require additional hardware.
Contact KVH Technical Support for details.

Satellite In

Old Receiver Models:

H21, H22, H23, HR21,
HR22, HR23

Satellite In

Old Receiver Models:

H20*

Ethernet

DECA

Band Stop Filter

SWM Splitter

Be sure to connect all band stop filters before
connecting the coax cables.

IMPORTANT!

B

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Additional Equipment for Older Receivers

In addition to the DECA Broadband Kit or a
Genie DVR, you might need to connect an
additional device in-line between the receiver
and the SWM splitter, depending on the model
(see Figure 63).

NOTE: Model HR20-100 requires additional devices
not specified here. Contact KVH Technical Support.

H21, H22, H23, HR21, HR22, and HR23

These receivers do not have built-in DECA
functionality, but they have an Ethernet port for
network connectivity. An additional DECA
(KVH part no. 19-0860) is required to support
coax networking, supplying the satellite TV
signal to the receiver's "Satellite In" port and
network communications data to its Ethernet
port. (If there are two of each port, use the
"Satellite In 1" and "Ethernet 1" ports.)

NOTE: Each DECA you connect directly to a receiver
is powered by the receiver. They do not require the
separate power supply included in the kit.

H20

This receiver is not network-ready. It is only
designed to receive a satellite TV signal via its
"Satellite In" port. Since both the satellite TV
signal and network communications data are
present on the coax cables, a band stop filter
(KVH part no. 19-0868) is required to block the
network data to prevent potential damage to the
receiver. Since the H20 cannot communicate over
the network, it cannot control satellite selection.

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Figure 64: IP Addressing for Automatic Switching (Example)

Figure 65: Router DHCP Settings (Example)

B

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Configuring the DIRECTV Receivers for
Automatic Switching

To establish communications between the
TracVision system and each SWM-compatible
DIRECTV receiver for automatic satellite
switching, you need to set each receiver to a static
IP address and enter that address, along with the
receiver's location, in the TV-Hub's web interface.

TV-Hub

TV-Hub Serial Number

140901484

Static IP Address Range WITHOUT an Onboard Network

If the DECA Broadband Kit or Genie DVR is
connected directly to the TV-Hub's "Ethernet"
port (no router is installed), set each receiver's IP
address to any address ranging from 192.168.x.2
to 192.168.x.149, where x=1<the last 2 digits in
the TV-Hub’s serial number>.

For example, if the serial number of the TV-Hub
is 140901484, you might assign an IP address of

192.168.184.2 (see Figure 64). Refer to the
instructions in “Assigning Static IP Addresses to

DIRECTV Receivers” on page 38. The TV-Hub

has a hidden IP address of 192.168.x.1 reserved
for automatic switching communications. This IP
address is not shown on the Network Settings
page of the web interface.

Static IP Address Range WITH an Onboard Network

If the TV-Hub and the DECA Broadband Kit or
Genie DVR are connected to an onboard network
(i.e., router), set each receiver to a static IP
address that is outside the router's DHCP range
(see Figure 65). (Refer to the router's user manual
for details on finding its IP address range.) For
example, if the router has an IP address of

192.168.1.1 and assigns IP addresses ranging
from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.149 via DHCP,
you could set each receiver's IP address to any
address ranging from 192.168.1.150 to

192.168.1.254. Refer to the instructions in

“Assigning Static IP Addresses to DIRECTV
Receivers” on page 38.

SWM Splitter

Receiver #1

Static IP Address: 192.168.184.2

Receiver #2

Static IP Address: 192.168.184.3

DC to RF

Adapter

Power
Supply

AC Power

192.168.184.1

TV-Hub IP Address

for Automatic Switching

AC Power

AC Power

DECA

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Figure 66: IP Address on a DIRECTV Receiver (Example)

WITHOUT an Onboard Network (No Router)

WITH an Onboard Network (Using a Router)

B

Assigning Static IP Addresses to DIRECTV Receivers

Once you have identified a valid static IP address
range for the receivers, follow these steps to
assign a unique static IP address within that
range to each receiver.

NOTE: These steps may vary, depending on the
receiver's model and software version. Refer to the
receiver's owner's manual for details.

a. Press MENU on the receiver's remote control

to access the onscreen menu.

b. At the main menu, highlight Settings &

Help. Then select Settings.

c. Highlight and select Network Setup.

d. Select Advanced Setup.

e. Change the IP address to the new static IP

address. (On a Genie DVR, the IP address is
called the "Server IP") (see Figure 66).

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f. WITHOUT an Onboard Network

Enter "255.255.255.0" for the subnet mask,
and enter the TV-Hub's IP address for default
gateway and DNS.

WITH an Onboard Network

Enter the router's subnet mask, and enter the
router's IP address for default gateway and
DNS.

g. Highlight and select Connect Now to save

your changes. Disregard any error messages
about missing Internet connectivity. Note this
receiver's IP address and location onboard for
future reference.

h. Repeat this procedure for each additional

receiver. Be careful not to use the same IP
address twice.

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Figure 67: Adding a DIRECTV Receiver to the Autoswitch Page

Also be sure to set each receiver’s Dish Type
to 3-LNB and Switch Type to SWM, and
enable external device access, as directed by
the TV-Hub’s Setup Wizard. If the TV-Hub is
then unable to communicate with the
receiver, try resetting the receiver (press its
red reset button or unplug it, wait 15 seconds,
then plug it back in and turn it on).

IMPORTANT!

B

i. Add the new receivers to the Autoswitch

page of the web interface. Enter each
receiver’s static IP address and assign it a
friendly name (e.g., “Salon”) (see Figure 67).

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