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- Page 1 TracVision ® Installation Guide...
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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. © 2014 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
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 TV3 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 Radome 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. Blocked! 10° to 80° IMPORTANT! Look Angle Be sure to follow the guidelines below. TracVision Antenna Damage caused by an improper installation is not covered under KVH warranty. -
Page 6: 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 7: 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 Antenna Base provided on page 4, follow these steps to drill the 15.5" mounting holes and cable access hole to prepare (39.4 cm) the site for installation. -
Page 8: Prepare The Rf Cables
Prepare the RF Cables Follow these steps to prepare the RF coax cables Figure 10: Number of RF Coax Cables to Connect to Antenna you will connect to the antenna. Connecting to: RF Cables a. Determine the number of RF cables you need System with Circular LNB to connect to the antenna for your particular 1 receiver... -
Page 9: Wire The Antenna
Wire the Antenna Follow these steps to connect the RF cable(s). Figure 12: Removing the Connector Cover a. Using the supplied 3 mm Allen hex key, temporarily remove the connector cover from the antenna’s base (see Figure 12). b. Route the antenna cable belowdecks through the cable access hole, keeping the end with the rubber sealing boot, shown in Figure 13, at the antenna site. -
Page 10: Remove The Shipping Restraint
Remove the Shipping Restraint Inside the antenna, a shipping restraint prevents Figure 15: Removing the Radome the antenna assembly from moving during shipment. Follow these steps to remove this restraint. a. Remove the three #10-32 Phillips screws securing the radome to the baseplate (see Figure 15). -
Page 11: Mount The Antenna
Mount the Antenna Follow these steps to mount the antenna. Figure 17: Forward Arrow in Antenna Baseplate a. Place the antenna baseplate over the holes drilled in the mounting surface. Ensure the “Forward” arrow inside the baseplate points toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see Figure 17). -
Page 12: Mount The Tv-Hub
Mount the TV-Hub Follow these steps to install the TV-Hub inside Figure 19: TV-Hub Mounting Template the vessel: Front of TV-Hub a. Tape the mounting template in the location 7.93" selected for the TV-Hub. Punch holes at each Keyhole (20.1 cm) 2 x Ø... -
Page 13: Wire The Antenna To The Tv-Hub
Wire the Antenna to the TV-Hub Follow these steps to connect the antenna to the Figure 21: TV-Hub Antenna Connection TV-Hub. a. Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to the “Antenna” jack on the TV-Hub (see Figure 21). IMPORTANT! Do not connect anything other than the antenna’s RF1 cable to the “Antenna”... -
Page 14: Wire The Receivers
Wire the Receivers The steps for connecting the customer’s Figure 22: 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 22 and Figure 23). 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 15 Continued Wire the Receivers Linear Wiring Figure 24: Wiring 1 Linear Receiver Follow these steps to connect linear receivers to the TracVision system (linear universal single LNB or linear universal dual LNB required). Connecting 1 Receiver Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In”...
- Page 16 Continued Wire the Receivers DIRECTV – SWM Wiring Figure 26: 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 17 Continued Wire the Receivers Connecting 9-16 SWM Receivers (or Tuners) Figure 28: 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 18 Continued Wire the Receivers DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring Figure 29: 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 19 Continued Wire the Receivers DISH Network and Bell TV Wiring Figure 31: 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.
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Page 20: 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 34: TV-Hub NMEA Connections data to speed up satellite acquisition. The current TV-Hub NMEA position and heading will also be displayed on... -
Page 21: Connect Power
Connect Power Before connecting power, be sure the vessel is Figure 37: 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 22 Continued Connect Power Connect Power to the System Figure 38: 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 38).
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Page 23: Turn On The System
Turn On the System Follow these steps to turn on the system for the Figure 39: 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 39). -
Page 24: Access The Web Interface
Access the Web Interface Follow these steps to access the TV-Hub’s web Figure 41: Wi-Fi Connection interface. 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 41). TV-Hub b. -
Page 25: 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 43: 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 26: Secure The Wi-Fi Connection
Secure the Wi-Fi Connection By default, the TV-Hub’s wireless settings are Figure 46: 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 46 and assign a unique password to prevent... -
Page 27: Set Up The System
Set Up the System The Setup Wizard appears upon initial startup to Figure 47: Setup Wizard Welcome Page step you through system configuration (see Figure 47). Before you begin to set up the system: • Know the service provider and associated satellite(s) •... - Page 28 Continued Set Up the System Setup Wizard Figure 49: 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 Create a custom group if multiple satellites are needed •...
- Page 29 Continued Set Up the System Linear Receiver Setup for Automatic Figure 50: 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.
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Page 30: Set The Lnb Skew Angle
Set the LNB Skew Angle Linear Systems Only Follow these steps to set the antenna’s LNB to the skew angle supplied by the Setup Wizard. A dual linear LNB is shown in this procedure. Figure 51: Location of LNB on Back of Antenna Reflector a. -
Page 31: Educate The Customer
Educate the Customer Before you leave the vessel, test the system to Figure 53: Satellite Switching Selection on Home Page ensure the antenna works properly. Fill out the Installation Checklist (provided in the Welcome Kit) and return it to KVH. Refer to the instructions on the form. -
Page 32: 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 33 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** specific configuration. Refer to the wiring diagrams provided in “Wire the Receivers” on page 13, while following the general wiring steps RF In below: Network...
- Page 34 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 26), 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.
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Page 35: 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 automatically switch between the 101W and Figure 61: Non-Genie Configuration 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 36 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Genie Configurations Figure 62: 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 37 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Additional Equipment for Older Receivers Figure 63: 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 63).
- Page 38 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Configuring the DIRECTV Receivers for Figure 64: 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 39 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Assigning Static IP Addresses to DIRECTV Receivers Figure 66: 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 40 Continued Using a DIRECTV Coax Network Add the new receivers to the Autoswitch Figure 67: 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 67). IMPORTANT! Also be sure to set each receiver’s Dish Type to 3-LNB and Switch Type to SWM, and...
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