Raymarine STV Gen2 Installation And Operation Manual

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STV Gen2
Satellite T elevision Systems
Installation and operation
37, 45 and 60STVGen2 models

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  • Page 1 STV Gen2 Satellite T elevision Systems Installation and operation 37, 45 and 60STVGen2 models...
  • Page 2 , SeaTalk and Sportpilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine UK Limited. RayTalk, Seahawk, Smartpilot, Pathfinder and Raymarine are registered trademarks of Raymarine Holdings Limited. FLIR is a registered trademark of FLIR Systems, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names, or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1 Maintenance ............. 42 Important information ............7 4.2 Troubleshooting ............42 Chapter 2 Installation ..........11 4.3 Raymarine customer support ........44 2.1 Planning ..............12 Chapter 5 Satellite information ....... 45 2.2 Cables and connections ..........13 5.1 Satellite providers ............. 46 2.3 System options ............
  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Your STV system provides television access to hundreds of TV channels. On the open sea or at the dock, the Raymarine Satellite TV system automatically identifies, acquires and tracks compatible Caution: Use correct lifting point signals from all digital video broadcast (DVB) satellites.
  • Page 5 For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever providers or Raymarine technical support. possible: • Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are: Changing location If you change your area of operation, you may need to arrange for – At least 1 m (3 ft) from any equipment transmitting or cables modification to your STV system: carrying radio signals e.g.
  • Page 6 Whilst the WEEE Directive does not apply to some the installation manual. Raymarine products, we support its policy and ask you to be aware of how to dispose of this product. Note: Where constraints on the installation prevent any of...
  • Page 7: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Chapter contents • 2.1 Planning on page 12 • 2.2 Cables and connections on page 13 • 2.3 System options on page 17 • 2.4 Dual RF STV systems on page 17 • 2.5 Quad RF STV systems on page 19 •...
  • Page 8: Planning

    Adhesive tape Documentation Suitable waterproof sealant • Installation/operating instructions D11453-1 • mounting template. CD containing: • Software for running the STV Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a personal computer (PC). • User documentation in PDF format. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 9: Cables And Connections

    If the RF cable supplied as standard is not long enough, a 98 ft (30 m) cable, is available from your Raymarine dealer, (part number E96008). Connect the longer cable to the supplied 15 m (49 ft) RF cable to obtain a total cable length of 147 ft (45 m).
  • Page 10 1. At a suitable point, cut your GPS antenna cable. • 37 and 60 STV Gen2 models– These have a built in GPS receiver for improved tracking accuracy. 2. Strip each wire in the GPS and additional cable ready for the connector block.
  • Page 11: Power Requirements

    Power requirements ii. Ground (-) connects to pin 2. A Raymarine STV system needs either a 12 V dc or 24 V dc power 7. Connect the 2 pin plug to NMEA on the rear of the ACU. supply. This is connected into the ACU.
  • Page 12 • for runs of >1 m (3 ft), use 8 mm (#8 AWG) or greater. In any grounding system, always keep the length of connecting braid or wires as short as possible. Important: Do NOT connect this product to a positively-grounded power system. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 13: System Options

    2.3 System options 2.4 Dual RF STV systems Your Raymarine Satellite TV system can be connected to one or Connecting a basic system multiple IRDs, to offer the maximum choice of channels to different cabins. This section describes the different combinations available Antenna base plate and the method of connecting each variant.
  • Page 14 You can connect two IRDs to your antenna as shown in the diagram. In this system, one IRD can be set as a two satellite receiver. The other IRD must be set as a one satellite receiver. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 15: Quad Rf Stv Systems

    2.5 Quad RF STV systems 2. Connect an RF cable from the RECEIVER connector on the ACU to either the LNB, ANT, or Satellite In connector on the rear of the IRD. Connecting a basic system 3. Connect a 12 V or a 24 V dc supply to the DC 9 to 30V connector on the rear of the ACU.
  • Page 16 The RF cables from the antenna base plate connect to either the LNB, ANT, or Satellite In connector on the rear of the IRD. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRDs. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 17: 37Stv Multiswitch Connection (America And Asia Only)

    2.6 37STV multiswitch connection 1. Antenna base plate (America and Asia only) 2. ACU 3. Multiswitch System with more than 2 IRDs 4. IRDs – (not supplied) A dual RF STV system operating in a region with circular polarized The RF cables from the multiswitch connect to either the LNB, ANT, DVB signals may include a multiswitch as shown.
  • Page 18: 60 Stv Multiswitch Connections

    OUT 6 OUT 1 OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 6 D11903-1 D11904-1 1. Antenna base plate 1. Antenna base plate STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 19: Installation / Mounting

    2.8 Installation / Mounting 2. ACU 3. Multiswitch Antenna position 4. IRDs – (not supplied) The RF cables from the multiswitch connect to either the LNB, ANT, Clear view of sky or Satellite In connectors on the rear of the IRDs. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRDs.
  • Page 20: Antenna Installation

    • Near to the main TV viewing area. 185 mm (7.3 in) 217 mm (8.5 in) D11550-1 Antenna installation The procedures for installing the antenna assembly comprise: • Preparation - remove transit packing. • Procedure - prepare mount and fit antenna. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 21 Antenna preparation 3. Drill four 10 mm holes in the positions indicated. 1. Remove and retain the bolts and washers securing the antenna dome. 2. Remove the antenna dome and retain in a safe place. D11452-1 4. Countersink the mounting holes, then smooth the edges of the center hole with a suitable file, to avoid damage to the mounting surface.
  • Page 22 Planning the ACU installation. 2. Use the screws from the ACU to fix the mounting brackets to the ACU. 3. Place the ACU in the position where it is going to be installed. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 23: Chapter 3 System Operation And Setup

    Chapter 3: System operation and setup Chapter contents • 3.1 Introduction on page 28 • 3.2 Getting started on page 28 • 3.3 Setup using the ACU on page 30 • 3.4 Applying factory default values on page 37 • 3.5 System information on page 38 •...
  • Page 24: Introduction

    This section of the handbook describes how to set up your Switching on Raymarine Satellite TV system after installation using the ACU or the Graphical User Interface (GUI), and includes the following functions: Ensure your IRDs and television monitors are switched on.
  • Page 25 Changing the target satellite Monitoring antenna operation Your satellite system can be set up to track either two or three With the system switched on and running, the ACU display shows default satellites, depending on your geographical location. The the current status of the antenna. This can be either: name of the satellite the system is currently tracking is shown in •...
  • Page 26: Setup Using The Acu

    • Set the DiSEqC method. • Reset the system to factory default values. Entering setup mode You can also use setup mode to manually control the direction that Enter setup mode as follows: the antenna points. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 27 1. Press the ENTER soft key to display the setup entry page. 8. If SETUP MODE? is displayed, press: • YES if you want to remain in setup mode, or • NO to re-initialize the system and return to operational mode. Setting the default satellites 2.
  • Page 28 2. Press YES to enter GPS setup mode and display the satellite information. However, if you have to do so, contact the LONGITUDE screen. Raymarine Customer Support Department for advice before 3. Set the current longitude as follows: making any changes.
  • Page 29 • VER HIGH NID. Vertical high band network identity (NID). 4. To edit the displayed satellite name, press SELECT. An edit screen is displayed. • HOR HIGH. Horizontal high band tracking frequency (in MHz) and symbol rate (in kHz). 5. Change the displayed name as follows: i.
  • Page 30 Important: We recommend that you do NOT attempt to change An edit screen is displayed. the antenna parameters. However, if you have to do so, contact the Raymarine Customer Support Department for advice before 6. Change the displayed parameter as follows: making any changes.
  • Page 31 SAVE? screen. frequency. 5. Press, either: However, if you have to do so, contact the Raymarine Customer Support Department for advice before making any changes. • The YES soft key to save the changes you have made, or 1.
  • Page 32 We recommend that you do NOT attempt to change the DiSEqC. However, if you have to do so, contact the Raymarine Customer Setting antenna go position Support Department for advice before making any changes.
  • Page 33: Applying Factory Default Values

    3.4 Applying factory default values 3. Press YES to display the STEP AZ control screen. 4. Use the CCW or CW soft keys to step the antenna Use this procedure to return all settings to the factory default values. counter-clockwise or clockwise, to the required horizontal direction.
  • Page 34: System Information

    2. To leave the power display, press EXIT. The SETUP MODE? entry screen is then displayed. 3. Press either: • YES if you want to use another setup function, or • NO to re-initialize the system. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 35: Skew Angle

    3.7 Skew angle 4. At the rear of the reflector, identify the four screws that secure the LNB, to the reflector, then loosen the screws just sufficiently to enable the LNB to be rotated, as shown in the illustration. The skew angle can affect reception only for regions / satellites using Linear Polarized signals.
  • Page 36: Graphical User Interface

    SET when complete. ADE IN KOREA ANT RF1 RECEIVER FUSE NM EA PC INTERFACE DC 9 to 30V D11565-3 You can use the GUI for the majority of operating and setup functions. STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 37: Chapter 4: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4: Maintenance and troubleshooting Chapter contents • 4.1 Maintenance on page 42 • 4.2 Troubleshooting on page 42 • 4.3 Raymarine customer support on page 44 Maintenance and troubleshooting...
  • Page 38: Maintenance

    4.1 Maintenance 4.2 Troubleshooting Warning: Switch off power Your Raymarine product has been subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs prior to packing and shipping. Before commencing any maintenance task, switch off However, should the product develop a fault, refer to the following all power to the product.
  • Page 39 5. Incorrect or loose RF connectors. EXIT to return to the SETUP MODE? entry screen. All connections should be checked as part of the regular For further assistance contact your local dealer or Raymarine maintenance recommended by Raymarine, to ensure that they have technical support.
  • Page 40: Raymarine Customer Support

    Use this procedure to see product serial numbers and software Raymarine provides a comprehensive customer support service. versions. You can contact customer support through the Raymarine website, 1. Press ENTER then YES to access setup mode. telephone and email. If you are unable to resolve a problem, please use any of these facilities to obtain additional help.
  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Satellite Information

    Chapter 5: Satellite information Chapter contents • 5.1 Satellite providers on page 46 Satellite information...
  • Page 42: Satellite Providers

    • Astra - AST01EV1 • Sirius - SIR003KN France Hotbird - HOT234KS • Thor - THO001KU Hotbird - HOT234KW • Thor - THO003KU Astra - AST101GKU Turkey Hotbird - HOT234KW Turksat - TUR01BKT Turksat - TUR01CEB STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 43 Russia Thor - THO003KU Hotbird - HOT234KW Greece Hotbird - HOT234KW Satellite providers - United States of America Satellites NIMIQ1 - NIM001KB NIMIQ2 - NIM002KB EchoStar 3 - ECH003KB EchoStar 6.8 - ECH008KB EchoStar 7 - ECH007KB EchoStar 1.2 - ECH001KB DIRECTV - DTV101 DIRECTV - DTV119 Satellite information...
  • Page 44: Appendix A Technical Specification

    Appendix A Technical specification Azimuth range 680° 37STV Elevation range +10 to +80° Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc Vessel motion • Roll ±25° 9 to 30 V dc Operating voltage range • Pitch ±15° Power consumption 30 W typical, 50 W max Roll and pitch response rate 60°...
  • Page 45 12 or 24 V dc Azimuth range 680° Operating voltage range 9 to 30 V dc Elevation range +5 to +90° Power consumption 30 W typical, 50 W max Vessel motion • Roll ±25° • Pitch ±15° STV Gen2 installation and operation...
  • Page 46 Roll and pitch response rate 45° per second Turn rate 45° per second Technical specification Discover other marine electronics & navigation on our website.

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