TracVision R6DX Installation Manual
TracVision R6DX Installation Guide
TracVision R6DX Installation Guide
KVH’s Premier Satellite TV System for RVs
These instructions explain how to install the TracVision R6DX on an RV or motor coach.
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. Remove the Restraints...5
4. Mount the Antenna...6
5. Wire 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. Run Check Switch Tests...15
12. 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 R6DX system. To find a technician near you, please visit www.kvh.com/
wheretogetservice. If you purchased the product and decide to install it yourself, please see the
enclosed warranty statement for warranty implications.
Related Documentation
The following additional documents are provided with the TracVision R6DX 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
KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with 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. © 2008 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0490 Rev. D
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Radome
Baseplate
Antenna
Interface Box/Controller
Figure 1: TracVision R6DX System Components
Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and
never by the radome or any portion of the
internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1).
IMPORTANT!
Figure 2: KVH-Validated Receivers
* For compatibility with a Tri-Sat AutoSwitch, use model-
manufacturer ID H21-200 or H20-600
Standard-Definition Models
DIRECTV DISH Network ExpressVu
D12
D11
D10
311 3100
High-Definition (HD) Models
DIRECTV DISH Network ExpressVu
H21*
H20*
211k
211
6100
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Before you begin, follow these steps to make sure
you have everything you need to complete the
installation.
a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains
everything shown on the 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 all of the tools and materials listed
below. You will need these items to complete
the installation.
Inspect Parts and Get Tools
• Phillips and flat-head screwdrivers
• 7/16" open-end wrench
• 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)
• 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
Antenna
Blocked!
Vehicle Roof
Obstruction
A
B
Obstruction
Height (A)
Min. Distance
from Antenna (B)
8" 8"
10" 13"
12" 19"
14" 24"
16" 30"
When placed on the mounting surface, all
three mounting plates must lay flat against
the roof (within 7/16") to avoid warping the
base and damaging the antenna.
IMPORTANT!
Figure 4: Antenna Dimensions
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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 (28 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).
Plan the Installation
• Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to
the interface box to allow you to connect the
28-ft. coax cable, while still maintaining
sufficient slack in the cable. If you need to use
a longer coax 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. 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
of the interface box will be easily accessible to
the user.
28.3"
2.3"
5 x Ø0.19"
Antenna
(Top View)
Cable Connector
Antenna
(Side View)
28.3"
FWD
1.9"
Mounting
Plate
12.5"
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Figure 5: Carrying the Antenna to the Roof
Figure 6: Shipping Restraint Locations (Bottom View)
Figure 7: Removing the Shipping Restraints
Once you have removed the shipping
restraints, keep the antenna level as much as
possible and handle the antenna unit
carefully. Improper handling might damage
the unit.
IMPORTANT!
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At the bottom of the antenna, four shipping
restraint screws prevent the internal antenna
assembly from moving during shipment. Follow
these steps to remove the restraints.
a. Carefully carry the antenna to the roof of the
vehicle.
b. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four
1/4"-20 screws on the bottom of the antenna
at the locations shown in Figure 6. Save these
shipping restraints for future use.
Remove the Restraints
Remove
¼"-20 screws (x4)
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Figure 8: Antenna Orientation
Due to the variation in RV roof construction,
consult with the RV manufacturer to
determine the safest fastening method.
IMPORTANT!
Figure 9: Attaching the Mounting Plates
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Follow these steps to mount the antenna to the
roof.
a. Apply appropriate construction adhesive to
the bottom of the antenna’s three mounting
plates across all of the holes.
b. At the mounting location you chose in Step 2
on page 4, place the antenna on the centerline
of the roof so that the front mounting plate
faces the front of the vehicle and the cable
connector faces the rear of the vehicle (see
Figure 8).
c. Attach the three antenna mounting plates to
the roof using 15 fasteners appropriate for the
roof’s construction (see Figure 9).
Mount the Antenna
Front Mounting
Front of Vehicle
Cable Connector
Vehicle
Centerline
Plate
Antenna
(Top View)
d. Seal all fasteners with silicone sealant or
equivalent.
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