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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
owner’s
manual
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Installation Instructions
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User’s Guide
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Technical Manual
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KVH TracVision R5/R4
Satellite Television
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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 informa
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® ® TracVision and KVH are registered trademarks 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.
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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 wi
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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 Receiver Remote Control to Switch Between Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2 3.2.2 Using the TV/SAT Switch to Switch Between Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.4 Field Replaceable Unit Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3 5.4.1 PCB Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5 5.4.2 RF Detector/DVB Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6 5.4.3 Antenna Gyro Assembly (TracVision R5 only) . . . . . . . . . . .5-7 5.4.4 Antenna LNB Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8 5.5 Preparation for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 Digital Satellite Television Your new TracVision R5/R4 satellite antenna is fully compatible with the Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) satellites, which use the international standard for digital TV transmission, as well as Digital Satellite Service (DSS) services, 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 TracVis
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Sat A Error Sat B Select Changing Satellites: 1. Push Select button 2. W B a biltin w kh silg erS ee an t A or 3. o Rr eS ad ay t B wh se ta nyS sat A solid green Other Indicators: • g Bothnb :lin nk tingz ng ree i i iali i • E blrir n ok rin lig gh rt ed: system problem A Guide to TracVision R5/R4 Table 1-2 Available European Satellite Pairs (European LNB Required) Astra 1 Astra 2N Astra 2S Hispasat Hotbird Sirius Thor Astra 1 3 3 3 3 Astra 2N 3 3 Astra 2S 3 3 Hispasat
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Introduction 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 position, and KVH offers an upgrade kit (KVH transmits commands to the antenna motors to keep the antenna Part #02-1026) that adds in-motion pointed at the satellite at all times. tracking capability to the TracVision R4, allowing you to receive satellite signals whi
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4 1.3 Materials Provided with TracVision R5/R4 Table 1-3 lists the units, cables, and materials packed in the TracVision R5/R4 package by name and KVH part number. Component KVH Part No. Table 1-3 TracVision R5/R4 Packing List † Antenna Unit (TracVision R5), comprising: 01-0225-19 †† 01-0225-22 ††† 01-0225-25 †††† 01-0225-28 Baseplate Assembly (TracVision R5) 02-1245-01* 02-1245-03** Radome Assembly (TracVision R5) 02-0953-03 † Antenna Unit (TracVision R4), comprising:
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Introduction 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 In North America, you can • Appropriate receiver for your selected satellite purchase and/or activate a receiver TV service directly from KVH. Call KVH at 1-888-584-4163 for details. 54-0157 Rev. H 1-5
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Installation 2 Installation Your TracVision R5/R4 is designed for simple installation and setup. Just follow these easy steps: Step Refer to Section... Table 2-1 Installation Process 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 Plan the entire installation before Tools and Materials
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4 Kitpack Contents Table 2-2 lists the materials provided in the kitpack. Part Qty. KVH Part No. Table 2-2 Kitpack Contents Tie-wraps 5 22-0013 Clamshell ventilator 1 19-0230 3 #6 x ⁄4" thread-forming screws 3 14-0298-12 1 5 ⁄4"-20 x ⁄8" hex screws 4 14-0250-10 1 ⁄4" flat washers 4 14-0251 3 ⁄8" hole plugs 2 19-0282-06 2-2
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Installation 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. Figure 2-1 Antenna Blockage TracVision Antenna Blocked! Air Conditioner Vehicle Roof • Consider the location
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Vehicle Centerline Front/Rear of Vehicle 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 Always lift the antenna unit by the Section 2.1, “Choosing the Best Location.” gray baseplate, never by the radome or any portion of the 2. Remove the antenna unit from its shipping carton. antenna assembly! 3. Position the antenna unit in the desired location on the centerline of the vehicle with the antenn
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Installation 7. Seal the two baseplate holes shown in Figure 2-4 with the plugs provided in the kitpack. Figure 2-4 Baseplate Holes Antenna Baseplate (Bottom View) 8. Apply construction adhesive to the bottom of the Angle of Hole, relative to front antenna’s four mounting plates. If using a liquid construction adhesive, apply beads to the mounting plates in a zig-zag pattern. If the roof’s mounting surface is not 9. Reposition the antenna, lining up the mounting perfectly flat as KVH recommends,
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A Guide to TracVision R5/R4 11a.(Alternate Drain Hole Locations) If the antenna unit is installed with the connectors facing the front of 3 the vehicle, drill out ⁄16" (5 mm)-drain holes in the rear-facing side of the baseplate as illustrated in Figure 2-6. The existing factory-drilled drain holes shown in Figure 2-5 must then be plugged with silicone rubber sealant. Angle of Hole, relative to front Figure 2-6 Baseplate Connectors Facing Front of Vehicle – Recommended Drain Hole Locations Front
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Installation 13. Remove the nuts and washers securing the shipping restraints to the baseplate. The shipping restraints are pictured in Figure 2-8. Figure 2-8 Rotating Plate Shipping Restraint TracVision R5/R4 Shipping Restraints (Top View) Forward Shipping Restraint for LNB Bracket Do not discard the shipping restraints, washers, or the nuts. Rotating Plate They should be saved for future Shipping Restraint use in case the antenna unit needs to be removed and shipped to 1 5 another location
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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.
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Installation 2.3.1 Connecting the Antenna Data/Power Cable 1. Connect one end of the antenna data/power cable to the antenna’s data/power connector and lock in place (see Figure 2-10). Figure 2-10 Antenna Data/Power Connector Data/Power 2. Route the other end of the data/power cable down through the cable access hole in the vehicle’s roof and out through the switchplate panel cutout. 3. Connect the data/power cable to the switchplate’s data/power connector and lock in place (see Figure 2-11). F
