KVH Industries TracVision G8 Owner's Manual page 10

TracVision G8 Owner's Manual - Guide to Operation
Satellite Library
Your TracVision G8 includes a pre-programmed library of TV
satellites from around the world. If the satellite service you wish
to receive is not already in the satellite library, an authorized
technician can add two additional satellites of your choice to the
library.
System Components
Your TracVision G8 system includes the following components:
Antenna Unit
The antenna unit houses the antenna positioning mechanism, low
noise block converter (LNB), GPS, and three-axis sensor within a
molded ABS radome. Systems equipped with a linear quad LNB
(used in Europe, Australia, and Mexico) include a skew control
mechanism that automatically adjusts the LNB's skew to account
for regional changes and different satellite services. Power, signal,
and control cabling from belowdecks units are connected to the
antenna at the rear of the baseplate.
Master Control Unit (MCU)
The MCU is the user interface, providing access to the system
and its functions through an LCD and three buttons. The MCU
also serves as the system's junction box, allowing the system to
use ship's power and supply and receive data to/from the
TracVision G8. The MCU can accept any power input between
9 and 36 volts DC; its power supply provides power to the
antenna and galvanically isolates the TracVision G8 system.
Satellite TV Receiver (IRD) – Sold Separately
The receiver (purchased separately) receives satellite signals from
the antenna unit for signal processing and channel selection, and
sends the signals to the TV set for viewing. Please refer to the
user's manual provided with your selected receiver for complete
operating instructions.
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