TracVision R1DX Installation Manual
TracVision® R1DX
with Multi-service Interface Box/Controller
TracVision R1DX Installation Guide
TracVision R1DX Installation Guide
Multi-service Interface Box/Controller Configuration
These instructions explain how to install the TracVision R1DX satellite TV antenna system on a
vehicle. Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the User’s Guide.
Installation Steps
1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools ...............3
2. Plan the Installation.............................4
3. Prepare the Antenna ...........................5
4. Wire the Antenna ................................6
5. Mount the Antenna .............................7
6. Wire the Interface Box.........................8
7. Connect Power.....................................9
8. Mount the Interface Box ...................10
9. Turn On the System...........................11
10. Set Up the System..............................12
11. Enter Latitude & Longitude.............14
12. Run Check Switch Tests....................15
13. Educate the Customer.......................17
Who Should Install the System?
To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized technician
install the TracVision R1DX antenna. To find a technician near you, please visit www.kvh.com/
wheretogetservice.
Related Documentation
The following additional documents are provided with the TracVision R1DX system:
Document
User’s Guide Operation, setup, and troubleshooting information
Product Registration Form Details on registering the product with KVH
Warranty Statement Warranty terms and conditions
Contents List List of every part supplied in the kit
Description
Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:
Phone: +1 401 847-3327
E-mail: techs@kvh.com
(Mon.-Fri., 9 am-6 pm ET; Sat. 9 am-2 pm ET)
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. © 2011 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0806 Rev. A
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Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and
never by the radome or any portion of the
internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1).
IMPORTANT!
Radome
Baseplate
Antenna
Figure 1: TracVision R1DX System Components
Figure 2: KVH-Validated Receivers
Standard-Definition Models
DIRECTV DISH Network
D12
D11
(discontinued)
D10 (discontinued)
311 (discontinued)
211k
211
High-Definition (HD) Models
DIRECTV DISH Network
HD not supported 211k
211
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Before you begin, follow these steps to make sure
you have everything you need to complete the
installation.
NOTE: Henceforward, this manual uses the term
“interface box” to refer to the multi-service interface
box/controller.
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.
Inspect Parts and Get Tools
Multi-service Interface Box/Controller
c. Gather all of the tools and materials listed
below. You will need these items to complete
the installation.
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 7/16" open-end wrench
•Cutting pliers
• Silicone sealant, RTV, or equivalent
• Construction adhesive suitable for the
roof
• Fasteners suitable for mounting the
antenna to the roof
• 5/8"- diameter hole saw
• Augat IT1000 connector installation tool
(KVH part #19-0242)
• Eight 1/4" fasteners (see “Mount the
Interface Box” on page 10)
• RG-6 or RG-11 RF coax cable(s) to connect
the receiver(s) (see “Wire the Interface
Box” on page 8)
• Satellite TV receiver(s) for your desired
service (see Figure 2 for a list of validated
receivers; for information on connecting
different receiver models, contact KVH
Technical Support at 401-847-3327)
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Figure 3: Blockage from Obstruction
Obstruction
Height (A)
Min. Distance
from Antenna (B)
8" 19.5"
10" 26"
12" 32.5"
14" 39"
16" 45.5"
When placed on the mounting surface, all
four mounting plates must lay flat against the
roof (within 7/16") to avoid warping the base
and damaging the antenna.
IMPORTANT!
Cable Connector
FWD
Antenna
(Top View)
Antenna
(Side View)
13.13"
Antenna
(Top View)
Ø13.5"
1.5"
Mounting
Plate
5 x Ø0.19"
Front of Vehicle
Vehicle
Centerline
Figure 4: Antenna Dimensions
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Plan the Installation
Before you begin, consider the following
installation guidelines:
• Minimize blockage. The antenna requires a
clear view of the southern sky to receive
satellite TV. Using the guidelines in Figure 3
as a guide, mount the antenna a suitable
distance away from obstructions on the roof,
such as air conditioners.
• Ensure the mounting surface is flat and
strong enough to support the antenna’s
weight (7.5 lbs).
• Select an antenna mounting location on the
centerline of the vehicle with the antenna’s
cable connector facing the rear of the vehicle
(see Figure 4).
NOTE: A template showing the exact locations of the
antenna mounting holes and the dimensions between
them is provided in the Welcome Kit.
Blocked!
A
Vehicle Roof
Obstruction
Antenna
B
• Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to
the interface box to allow you to connect the
50-ft. coax cable between them, while still
maintaining sufficient slack in the cable.
NOTE: If you need to use a longer cable, use an RG6
(75 ohms) cable that does not exceed 80 feet in length.
• Once you’ve chosen a location for the
antenna, identify a safe location nearby for
the 5/8" cable access hole in the roof. It
should be located at least 6" away from the
connector. Make sure you will not drill into
any existing wires or aesthetic structures
inside the vehicle.
• When choosing a location for the interface
box and receiver(s), find a dry, wellventilated area inside the vehicle away from
any heat sources. Also be sure the front panel
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of the interface box will be easily accessible to
the user.
Figure 5: Attaching the Mounting Plates
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Follow these steps to attach the four mounting
plates to the antenna’s baseplate.
a. Attach the four supplied metal mounting
plates to the bottom of the antenna using the
eight M5 screws supplied in the kitpack (see
Figure 5).
b. Over each mounting plate, fit a supplied
rubber bumper into the hole in the antenna’s
baseplate (see Figure 5).
c. Carefully carry the antenna to the roof of the
vehicle.
Prepare the Antenna
Mounting Plate (x4)
M5 Screw (x8)
Rubber Bumper (x4)
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Do not kink the cable. Maintain a bend radius
of at least 3 inches.
IMPORTANT!
Figure 6: Connecting the Antenna Cable
Figure 7: Mounting the Clamshell Ventilator
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Follow these steps to connect the antenna cable to
the antenna.
a. At the location you chose in Step 2 on page 4,
use a 5/8" hole saw to cut out a cable access
hole in the vehicle’s roof. Smooth the edges of
the hole to protect the cable.
b. Route the RG6 antenna cable (the end with
the straight connector) down through the
cable access hole and into the vehicle. You
may remove the straight rubber boot for
easier cable routing. Later, you will connect
this end of the cable to the interface box.
c. Connect the RG6 antenna cable (the end with
the right-angle connector and rubber sealing
boot) to the antenna. Hand-tighten, then
tighten with a 7/16" wrench for 1/4 turn to
ensure an electrical and weather-proof
connection (see Figure 6).
Wire the Antenna
d. Position the rubber boot over the connector to
help protect the connector from the elements.
e. Leave an adequate service loop,
approximately 8" of slack, in the antenna
cable for easy serviceability.
f. Seal the cable access hole with a liberal
amount of silicone sealant (or equivalent) to
protect against leakage.
g. Install the supplied clamshell ventilator over
the cable access hole. The clamshell’s opening
should face the rear of the vehicle. Secure in
place with the three #6 screws supplied in the
kitpack (see Figure 7). Then seal the screws
with silicone sealant (or equivalent).
#6 Screw (x3)
Antenna
Cable
Vehicle
Roof
Clamshell
Ventilator
To Interface Box
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