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TracVision UHD7 SWM Expansion Kit
Installation Instructions
These instructions explain how to install a SWM (single-wire multiswitch) expansion kit for use
®
with the TracVision
exceed the number of tuners that are supported by the standard system, allowing you to
connect even more receivers/DVRs to the system.
KVH Kit Part No.
72-0897
72-0898
NOTE: Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the Help.
Installation Steps
1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools ................. 3
2. Remove the Radome or Hatch............. 4
3. Bypass the Internal DSWM .................. 5
4. Connect Cables to the Antenna ........... 7
5. Wire the Polarity Locker....................... 8
Who Should Install the Expansion Kit?
To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized marine
technician install the TracVision UHD7 SWM Expansion Kit. KVH-authorized technicians have
the tools and electronics expertise necessary to modify the antenna system. To find a technician
near you, visit www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice.
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
(Mon.-Fri., 9 am-6 pm; Sat., 9 am-2 pm ET, -5 GMT)
Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific
Phone: +45 45 160 180
Email:
support@emea.kvh.com
(Mon.-Thu., 8 am-4:30 pm; Fri., 8 am-2 pm, +1 GMT)
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. © 2019 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved.
UHD7. With a SWM expansion kit installed, the TracVision system can far
Tuners Supported
52
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6. Wire the SWM Expander...................... 9
7. Seat the DSWMs................................... 10
8. Wire the Receivers ............................... 11
9. Configure the Receivers...................... 13
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(Mon.-Thu., 8 am-4:30 pm; Fri., 8 am-2 pm, +1 GMT) 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. -
Page 2: Inspect Parts And Get Tools
Inspect Parts and Get Tools Before you begin, follow the steps below to Figure 1: RF Cable Type Requirements ensure you have everything needed to complete For Lengths Use RF Cable Type the installation. Up to 100 ft (30 m) RG-6 a. -
Page 3: Remove The Radome Or Hatch
Remove the Radome or Hatch Follow the steps below to either remove the Figure 2: Removing the Radome (Standard Version Shown) radome or the service hatch to access the antenna’s DSWM and DSWM bypass bracket CAUTION To prevent injury, be sure to disconnect all Radome power from the antenna before proceeding. -
Page 4: Bypass The Internal Dswm
Bypass the Internal DSWM Follow the steps below to bypass the UHD7 Figure 4: RF Cables Connected to the Antenna’s DSWM antenna’s DSWM by connecting its RF cables to the bypass bracket. a. Locate the DSWM inside the UHD7 antenna and identify the RF cables connected to it. - Page 5 Continued Bypass the Internal DSWM d. Using a 7/16" open-end wrench, carefully Figure 6: Connecting the RF2 and RF3 Cables to the Bypass Bracket disconnect the RF2 and RF3 cables from the SWM1 and SWM2 connectors on the DSWM, and connect them, one at a time, to the corresponding connectors on the DSWM bypass bracket (see Figure...
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Page 6: Connect Cables To The Antenna
Connect Cables to the Antenna Follow the steps below to connect cables to the Figure 8: Connectors on the Bottom of the Antenna RF connectors on the bottom of the antenna (see Figure a. Clean and dry the connectors on the RF cables and the antenna with a solvent or alcohol. -
Page 7: Wire The Polarity Locker
Wire the Polarity Locker Follow the steps below to connect the antenna’s Figure 9: TV-Hub Antenna Connection to RF1 RF cables to the TV-Hub and polarity locker. Antenna a. Reconnect the RF1 cable from the antenna to the “Antenna” jack on the TV-Hub (see Figure 9). -
Page 8: Wire The Swm Expander
Wire the SWM Expander Follow the steps below to connect the polarity Figure 11: SWM Expander Connected to Polarity Locker locker to the SWM expander. Antenna a. Connect the polarity locker outputs (1-4) to the SWM expander in parallel positions, as shown in Figure 11 (e.g., the antenna’s RF2... -
Page 9: Seat The Dswms
Seat the DSWMs Follow the steps below to seat up to four DSWMs Figure 12: DSWMs Seated in the SWM Expander in the SWM expander. a. Seat up to four DSWMs in the SWM expander. Secure them in place with the DSWMs Locking Tab (x8) locking tabs (see... -
Page 10: Wire The Receivers
Wire the Receivers Follow the steps below to wire the receivers to the Figure 13: Wiring Up to 13 Receivers to SWM1 DSWMs in the SWM expander. Deck a. As shown in Figure 13, connect an RF cable (supplied in kit) from the “SWM1” connector on a DSWM to the “SWM”... - Page 11 Continued Wire the Receivers Figure 14: Wiring 26 Receivers to Each DSWM Antenna Deck 18V/ 22KHz Maximum of SWM 2-way 13V/ two splitters Splitter 22KHz per path INPUT Polarity Locker SWM 8-way SWM 8-way Splitter Splitter SWM Power Terminate Inserter unused Out1 Out3...
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Page 12: Configure The Receivers
Configure the Receivers Follow the steps belows to connect power to the Figure 15: DIRECTV SWM Receiver/DVR Configuration system and set or verify the dish type or configuration of each SWM receiver and/or DVR connected to the TracVision system. NOTE: Refer to your selected receiver/DVR manual for specific configuration instructions.