TracVision R6ST Installation Manual
TracVision R6ST Installation Guide
These instructions explain how to install the TracVision R6ST satellite TV antenna system 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 Receiver...8
7. Connect Power...9
8. Mount the Receiver...10
9. Test the System...11
10. Educate the Customer...12
Who Should Install the System?
To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized technician
install the TracVision R6ST 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 R6ST system:
Document
Description
User’s Guide Complete 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
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. © 2007 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0333 Rev. B
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Inspect Parts and Get Tools
a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains
everything shown on the Contents List.
Save the packaging for future use.
IMPORTANT!
Always lift the antenna by the
baseplate and never by the radome or
any portion of the internal antenna
assembly (see Figure 1).
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.
• Phillips and flat-head screwdrivers
• 7/16" open-end wrench
Figure 1 TracVision R6ST Antenna
Radome
Base
Figure 2 Activation Card
XXXXXXXXX
Antenna
XXXXXXXXX
Affix Serial
Number Here
• Silicone sealant, RTV, or equivalent
• Construction adhesive suitable for the
roof
• 5/8" - diameter hole saw
• Augat IT1000 crimp/strip tool
(KVH P/N 19-0242)
• Eight 1/4" fasteners (optional, see
“Mount the Receiver” on page 10)
• Fasteners suitable for mounting the
antenna to the roof
• RF modulator (if necessary, see
the Antenna” on page 7
d. Peel off the extra serial number label
(taped to the antenna) and affix it to the
appropriate box on red Activation Card
(see Figure 2).
)
“Wire
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2
Plan the Installation
Before you begin, consider the following
installation guidelines:
• Minimize blockage. The antenna needs a
clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV.
Using the table 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 28-lb antenna.
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.
• The antenna must be mounted on the
centerline of the vehicle with the antenna’s
cable connector facing the rear of the vehicle.
• Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to
the receiver 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.
Figure 3 Blockage from Obstruction
Blocked!
A
Vehicle Roof
Obstruction
Height (A)
Figure 4 Antenna Dimensions
Mounting
Plate
1.9"
Obstruction
B
Min. Distance
from Antenna (B)
8" 8"
10" 13"
12" 19"
14" 24"
16" 30"
Cable Connector
Antenna
Antenna
28.3"
• When choosing a location for the receiver,
find a dry, well-ventilated area inside the
vehicle away from any heat sources. Also be
sure the front panel of the receiver will be
easily accessible to the user.
NOTE: You can install the receiver in a cabinet the receiver RF remote does not require line-ofsight.
4
FW
5 x
D
Ø0.19"
Antenna
28.3"
2.3"
12.5"
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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’s base at the locations shown in
Figure 6. Save these shipping restraints
for future use.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to remove all 4 shipping
restraints. The antenna will not work
with these restraints still installed.
NOTE: Once you have removed the shipping
restraints, handle the antenna unit carefully.
Improper handling might damage the unit.
Figure 5 Carrying Antenna to Roof
Figure 6 Shipping Restraint Locations (Bottom View)
Figure 7 Removing the Shipping Restraints
Remove
¼"-20 screws (x4)
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