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TracVision TV1/RV1 Main Board
Replacement Instructions
Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:
North/South America, Australasia:
Phone: +1 401 847-3327
Email: support@kvh.com
See this procedure in action!
Scan this QR code with your mobile device to view
the video at https://youtu.be/aYJv4ycPf8s.
The following instructions explain how to replace
the main board in a TracVision
Tools Required
This procedure requires the following tools:
• ESD wrist strap
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• #2 Phillips torque screwdriver set to 5 in.-lbs
• #2 Phillips torque screwdriver set to 11 in.-lbs
• 7/16" torque wrench set to 15 in.-lbs
• 7/16" open-end wrench
• Alcohol cleaner and lint-free cloth
• Laptop computer with the latest version of
TV1/RV1 software downloaded from the KVH
Partner Portal
Step 1 - Replace the Main Board
Follow the steps below to replace the main board.
a. Power off and unplug the TV-Hub to disconnect
power from the antenna.
CAUTION
Make sure the antenna is pointed away from the
sun whenever the radome is removed. The high-
gloss reflector can focus sunlight into a narrow
beam, generating a significant amount of heat
that can cause damage and injury.
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. © 2015-2018 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0995 Rev. D| 72-0648
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TV1/RV1 antenna.
Europe, Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Africa:
Phone: +45 45 160 180
Email: support@emea.kvh.com
Figure 1: Main Board (Cover Not Shown)
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- Page 1 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. © 2015-2018 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0995 Rev. D| 72-0648...
- Page 2 b. Remove and discard the four #8-32 screws Figure 2: Radome Screws securing the radome to the baseplate (see Figure 2). Carefully lift the radome straight up until clear of the antenna assembly and set it aside in a safe place. Do not place the radome on a hot steel surface–...
- Page 3 Remove any of the six thermal pads that may Figure 5: Heat Sink Blocks and Serial Number Location still be attached to heat sink blocks on the antenna frame (see Figure 5). Then clean the heat sink blocks with alcohol and dry. Remove six new thermal pads from the blue plastic backing (supplied in kit) and gently press them onto the back of the new main board...
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Page 4: Step 2 - Update The Software
Step 2 - Update the Software Connect your computer to the TV-Hub and access its web interface, then follow the instructions in the TracVision TV1/RV1 Help to update the system software to the latest version. Step 3 - Register the LNB... - Page 5 Step 4 - Enter the Antenna Serial Number Figure 11: Command Line and Calibrate the Gyros Follow the steps below to enter the antenna serial number through the web interface and calibrate the gyros. Since the main board stores the bias values for the antenna’s gyros, you need to calibrate the gyros whenever you replace the main board.
- Page 6 Step 5 - Verify Normal Operation Test the system for normal operation. If the problem persists, contact KVH Technical Support. The replacement procedure is complete!