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  • Page 1 TracVision ® Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 Important Safety Information This icon indicates a danger, warning, or caution notice. Be sure to read these carefully to avoid injury. WARNING Risk of Electric Shock To avoid electric shock, do not open the TV-Hub chassis enclosure. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

  • Page 4: Inspect Parts And Get Tools

    Inspect Parts and Get Tools Before you begin, follow these steps to ensure Figure 1: TracVision TV8 System Components you have everything needed to complete the installation. Antenna IMPORTANT! Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and never by the radome or any portion of the internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1).

  • Page 5: Plan The Antenna Installation

    Plan the Antenna Installation Before you begin, consider the following antenna Figure 3: Blockage from Obstruction installation guidelines. IMPORTANT! -15° to 80° Be sure to follow the guidelines below. Look Angle Damage caused by an improper installation is not covered under KVH warranty. •...
  • Page 6 Continued Plan the Antenna Installation • Make sure the mounting surface is wide Figure 5: Antenna Dimensions enough to accommodate the antenna’s base (see Figure 5). Also make sure it is flat, level Front View (within ±1°), strong enough to support the antenna’s weight, and rigid enough to prevent antenna vibration.

  • Page 7: Plan The Tv-Hub Installation

    Plan the TV-Hub Installation Consider the following TV-Hub installation Figure 6: TV-Hub Dimensions - Horizontal Orientation guidelines. LED Lights • Select a mounting location in a dry, well- ventilated area belowdecks away from any 4.36" heat sources or salt spray. (11.1 cm) 1.73"...

  • Page 8: Prepare The Antenna Site

    Prepare the Antenna Site Once you have identified a suitable antenna Figure 8: Antenna Mounting Holes Layout mounting site, according to the guidelines Baseplate Footprint provided in “Plan the Antenna Installation” on Ø17" page 4, follow these steps to drill the mounting (Ø43.2 cm) holes and cable access hole to prepare the site for 6"...

  • Page 9: Prepare The Rf Cables

    Prepare the RF Cables Determine the necessary type of RF cable(s) and Figure 9: RF Cable Requirements connectors you need for any RF cables that are required in addition to what is supplied in the RF2, RF3, or RF4 antenna kit (see Figure 9 and Figure 10 on page 9). Up to 200 ft (60 m) Cable Run Then follow the guidelines below to prepare the cable(s).

  • Page 10: Wire The Antenna

    Wire the Antenna Follow these steps to connect the antenna RF Figure 10: Number of RF Coax Cables to Connect to Antenna cable(s) to the antenna. Connecting to: RF Cables IMPORTANT! System with Circular LNB If you wish to route the cable(s) through the 1 receiver bottom of the antenna’s baseplate, rather than 2 or more receivers...
  • Page 11 Continued Wire the Antenna Repeat steps f-i to connect any additional RF Figure 12: Rear Logo Plate Installed cables to the antenna’s RF2, RF3, and RF4 connectors. Later, you will connect RF1 to the M4 screw (x6) TV-Hub and any other RF cable(s) to a grounding block and receiver(s).

  • Page 12: Remove The Shipping Restraints

    Remove the Shipping Restraints Inside the antenna, four heavy-duty tie-wraps Figure 13: Removing the Radome prevent the antenna assembly from moving during shipment. Follow these steps to remove these shipping restraints. a. Remove the eight #10-32 Phillips screws securing the radome to the baseplate (see Figure 13).

  • Page 13: Mount The Antenna

    Mount the Antenna Follow these steps to mount the antenna. Figure 15: Forward Arrow in Antenna Baseplate a. Place the antenna over the holes drilled in the mounting surface. Ensure the forward arrow points toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see Figure 15) and the connector plate faces the stern.

  • Page 14: Mount The Tv-Hub

    Mount the TV-Hub Follow these steps to install the TV-Hub inside Figure 17: TV-Hub Mounting Template the vessel. Front of TV-Hub a. Tape the mounting template in the location 7.93" Keyhole (20.1 cm) selected for the TV-Hub. Punch holes at each 2 x Ø...

  • Page 15: Wire The Antenna To The Tv-Hub

    Wire the Antenna to the TV-Hub Follow these steps to connect the antenna to the Figure 19: TV-Hub Antenna Connection TV-Hub. a. Fill half of the inner body of the RG-11 RF1 cable connector, that you will be connecting to the TV-Hub, with the supplied silicone grease.

  • Page 16: Wire The Receivers

    Wire the Receivers The steps for connecting the customer’s Figure 20: TV-Hub A Receiver Connections receiver(s) to the TracVision system and setting them up depends upon the customer’s satellite TV service (see Figure 20 and Figure 21). TV-Hub A NOTE: KVH’s TracVision Configuration Wizard, available at www.kvh.com/tvseriesconfigurator, displays a wiring diagram and parts list for all of the most common configurations.
  • Page 17 Continued Wire the Receivers Linear Wiring Figure 22: Wiring 1 Linear Receiver Follow these steps to connect linear receivers to the TracVision system (linear universal quad LNB required). Connecting 1-4 Linear Receivers a. Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In”...
  • Page 18 Continued Wire the Receivers Connecting 5 or More Linear Receivers Figure 24: Wiring 5+ Linear Receivers a. Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “18V” jack on the multiswitch (see Figure 24). NOTE: If the desired satellite TV service is limited to channels carried on high-band transponders (for example, Sky Mexico), connect the RF cable from the TV-Hub to one of the “22KHz”...
  • Page 19 Continued Wire the Receivers DIRECTV – SWM Wiring Figure 25: Wiring 1 DIRECTV SWM Receiver Follow these steps to connect DIRECTV SWM receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB and TV-Hub A required). NOTE: You can connect non-SWM receivers as well, as explained in “DIRECTV –...
  • Page 20 Continued Wire the Receivers Connecting 9-16 SWM Receivers (Tuners) Figure 27: Wiring a DIRECTV External SWM-8 Kit To connect more than 8 tuners, first follow the TV-Hub steps for 2-8 tuners, as explained on the previous page. Then install an external SWM-8 kit (KVH part no.
  • Page 21 Continued Wire the Receivers DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring Figure 28: Wiring 1 to 2 DIRECTV Non-SWM Receivers Follow these steps to connect non-SWM receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB and TV-Hub A required). IMPORTANT! Non-SWM receivers are limited to manual satellite switching only.
  • Page 22 Continued Wire the Receivers DIRECTV Latin America Wiring Figure 30: Wiring 1 DIRECTV Latin America Receiver Follow these steps to connect DIRECTV Latin America receivers to the TracVision system (DIRECTV L.A. circular LNB required). Connecting 1 Receiver Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In”...
  • Page 23 Continued Wire the Receivers Tri-Americas Wiring Figure 32: Wiring a Tri-Americas System Follow these steps to connect both DIRECTV Latin America and DIRECTV U.S. receivers to the TracVision system (see Figure 32) (Tri-Americas LNB required). a. Run a second RF cable (RF2) from the antenna (see “Wire the Antenna”...
  • Page 24 Continued Wire the Receivers DISH Network and Bell TV Wiring Figure 33: Wiring 1 DISH/Bell Receiver Follow these steps to connect DISH Network or Bell TV receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB required). IMPORTANT! Receivers must be DISH Pro-compatible. Look for the DISH Pro logo on the box.

  • Page 25: Connect A Nmea Device

    Connect a NMEA Device Optional At the customer’s option, you can connect a NMEA device to the TV-Hub, allowing the antenna to use its GNSS position and heading Figure 36: TV-Hub NMEA Connections data to speed up satellite acquisition. The current TV-Hub NMEA position and heading will also be displayed on...

  • Page 26: Connect Power

    Connect Power Before connecting power, be sure the vessel is Figure 39: Grounding Block Example properly grounded in accordance with marine standards. Grounding Requirements Proper grounding of the TracVision system to ship’s ground is critically important, as it protects the equipment from lightning and electrostatic discharges (ESD).
  • Page 27 Continued Connect Power Connect Power to the System Figure 40: TracVision System Power NOTE: When powering up a SWM configuration, apply power to all other system components before powering up the receivers and DVRs (tuners are assigned SWM channels during startup). Input Follow these steps to connect power to the TracVision system (see Figure 40).

  • Page 28: Turn On The System

    Turn On the System Follow these steps to turn on the system for the Figure 41: TV-Hub Power Switch first time. a. Ensure the antenna has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. Power Switch b. Press the power switch on the rear panel of the TV-Hub to apply power to the TracVision system (see Figure 41).

  • Page 29: Access The Web Interface

    Access the Web Interface Follow the steps for either option below to access Figure 43: Wi-Fi Connection the TV-Hub’s web interface. Wi-Fi Network: Web Address: TVHub-<TV-Hub serial number> http://tvhub.kvh or 172.16.0.1 Option 1: Using the Wireless Connection a. Select the TVHub-<TV-Hub serial number> network from your device’s Wi-Fi settings to connect to the TV-Hub (see Figure 43).

  • Page 30: Connect To An Onboard Network

    Connect to an Onboard Network Optional Connecting the TV-Hub to an onboard local area network (LAN) is required if any of the following Figure 45: TV-Hub Network Connections conditions apply: • One or more IP AutoSwitches are installed to enable automatic satellite switching (Linear/ DISH Network/Bell TV only) TV-Hub •...

  • Page 31: Secure The Wi-Fi Connection

    Secure the Wi-Fi Connection By default, the TV-Hub’s wireless settings are Figure 48: TV-Hub Security and Password Setting configured for the following: • Wireless Mode: AP (Access Point) • SSID: TV-Hub-<TV-Hub serial number> • IP Address: 172.16.0.1 • Security Mode: Off KVH strongly advises that you select the WPA_PSK security mode as shown in Figure 48 and assign a unique password to prevent...

  • Page 32: Set Up The System

    Set Up the System The Setup Wizard appears upon initial startup to Figure 49: Setup Wizard Welcome Page step you through system configuration (see Figure 49). Before you begin to set up the system: • Know the service provider and associated satellite(s) •...
  • Page 33 Continued Set Up the System Setup Wizard Figure 51: Preset Satellite Groups System configuration continues by prompting Service Satellites (A-B-C-D) you to enter information or perform certain tasks, as necessary. For example: Linear Europe 1: Hotbird, Astra1, Astra2S, Astra3 • Enter installer and vessel information Europe 2: •...
  • Page 34 Continued Set Up the System Linear Receiver Setup for Automatic Figure 52: Linear Receiver DiSEqC Settings (Example) Switching For automatic switching to work properly using the DiSEqC communications protocol, set up linear receivers for the same satellites installed in the TracVision system. Set up the satellites in the receiver in the exact same order as they were set up in the antenna.

  • Page 35: Educate The Customer

    Educate the Customer Before you leave the vessel, test the system. Fill Figure 53: Satellite Switching Selection on Home Page out the Installation Checklist (see the Welcome Kit) and return it to KVH. Refer to the instructions on the form. Give the Welcome Kit to the customer, provide any passwords and static IP addresses you set up, and explain how to use the system.

  • Page 36: Installing An Ip Autoswitch

    Installing an IP AutoSwitch Appendix Follow these steps to add an IP AutoSwitch (KVH part no. 72-0634) to each DISH Network, Bell TV, or linear receiver you want to be able to Figure 56: IP AutoSwitch control satellite selection in Automatic satellite switching mode.
  • Page 37 Continued Installing an IP AutoSwitch Wire the IP AutoSwitch Figure 58: IP AutoSwitch Connections The wiring of the IP AutoSwitch depends on the RF Input** RF Input** specific configuration. Refer to the wiring diagrams provided in “Wire the Receivers” on page 15 while following the general wiring steps below:...
  • Page 38 Continued Installing an IP AutoSwitch Configure the IP AutoSwitch Figure 59: Add IP AutoSwitch Screen When performing system setup (see “Set Up the System” on page 31), follow these additional steps to configure the IP AutoSwitch. NOTE: KVH recommends that you run the Setup Wizard in the web interface whenever you change your system’s configuration by adding or removing devices.
  • Page 39 Continued Installing an IP AutoSwitch Band/Polarization Control Figure 61: Band/Polarization Control Setting If your configuration consists of linear receivers connected via a multiswitch, and you installed one or more IP AutoSwitches, KVH recommends that you change the TV-Hub’s Band/Polarization Control setting to TV-Hub (see Figure 61). You can find this setting on the Advanced Settings page of the web interface (go to Settings >...

  • Page 40: Using A Directv Coax Network

    Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Appendix In Automatic satellite switching mode, the TV-Hub can accept commands from the master SWM-compatible DIRECTV receiver to Figure 63: Non-Genie Configuration automatically switch between the 101W and 119W satellites. The TV-Hub communicates with TV-Hub the master receiver via the TV-Hub’s Ethernet Ethernet port link to the DIRECTV coax network.
  • Page 41 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Genie Configurations Figure 64: Genie Configuration Full DECA Broadband functionality is built into TV-Hub Genie DVRs (HR44 or HR34). So if a Genie DVR Ethernet is present on the DIRECTV SWM network, no external DECA Broadband kit is required. Just connect the Genie's Ethernet port to the TV-Hub's Can connect via an Ethernet port, either directly or via an onboard...
  • Page 42 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Additional Equipment for Older Receivers Figure 65: Additional Equipment for Older Receivers In addition to the DECA Broadband Kit or a Genie DVR, you might need to connect an SWM Splitter additional device in-line between the receiver and the SWM splitter, depending on the model (see Figure 65).
  • Page 43 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Configuring the DIRECTV Receivers for Figure 66: IP Addressing for Automatic Switching (Example) Automatic Switching To establish communications between the TracVision system and each SWM-compatible TV-Hub DIRECTV receiver for automatic satellite switching, you need to set each receiver to a static IP address and enter that address, along with the receiver's location, in the TV-Hub's web interface.
  • Page 44 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Assigning Static IP Addresses to DIRECTV Receivers Figure 68: IP Address on a DIRECTV Receiver (Example) Once you have identified a valid static IP address WITHOUT an Onboard Network (No Router) range for the receivers, follow these steps to assign a unique static IP address within that range to each receiver.
  • Page 45 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Add the new receivers to the Autoswitch Figure 69: Adding a DIRECTV Receiver to the Autoswitch Page page of the web interface. Enter each receiver’s static IP address and assign it a friendly name (e.g., “Salon”) (see Figure 69). IMPORTANT! Also be sure to set each receiver’s Dish Type to 3-LNB and Switch Type to SWM, and...

  • Page 46: Using The Bottom Cable Entry Kit

    Using the Bottom Cable Entry Kit Appendix If you wish to route the system cables through the bottom of the antenna’s baseplate, rather than connect the cables at the side of the baseplate, follow these steps to modify the antenna for Figure 70: Interior Baseplate (Antenna Not Shown) bottom cable entry.
  • Page 47 Continued Using the Bottom Cable Entry Kit Seal the Original Connector Panel Location Figure 73: Large Cover Plate and Gasket a. Peel off the paper backing from the large cover plate gasket supplied in the kitpack. Attach the gasket to the supplied cover plate, #4-40 making sure all holes are aligned.
  • Page 48 Continued Using the Bottom Cable Entry Kit Route and Secure the Cables Figure 76: Cable Brackets on Inside Rim of Baseplate a. Remove the four M4 screws securing the cable brackets to the inside rim of the baseplate (see Figure 76). Remove and save M4 Screw (x4) the cable brackets.
  • Page 49 Continued Using the Bottom Cable Entry Kit d. Secure the RF cables to the inside rim of the Figure 78: Cables Secured by Brackets baseplate, using the two cable brackets. Secure the brackets in place using the four M4 screws you removed earlier (see Figure 78). e.
  • Page 51 KVH Industries A/S KVH Industries, Inc. KVH Industries Pte Ltd. EMEA Headquarters World Headquarters Asia-Pacific Headquarters Kokkedal, Denmark Middletown, RI U.S.A. Singapore Tel: +45 45 160 180 Fax: +45 45 160 181 Tel: +1 401 847 3327 Fax: +1 401 849 0045 Tel: +65 6513 0290 Fax: +65 6472 3469 E-mail: info@emea.kvh.com...

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