KVH Industries TracVision R5 Owner's Manual page 17

A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
(Alternate Installation Only) You
MUST drill out the drain holes as
indicated to ensure that any
moisture that enters the baseplate
is able to drain. Ensure that factory-
drilled holes are completely sealed.
2-6
11. (Standard Installation) When the antenna unit is
installed with the connectors facing the rear of the
vehicle, the drain holes are located as shown in
Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-5 (Standard Installation) Baseplate Connectors Facing
Rear of Vehicle - Factory-drilled Drain Holes
Factory-drilled
Drain Hole Positions
(Alternate Installation) If the antenna unit is
installed with the connectors facing the front of the
vehicle, you MUST drill out
in the rear-facing side of the baseplate (see
Figure 2-6). Then plug the existing factory-drilled
drain holes with silicone sealant (shown in Figure
2-5).
Figure 2-6 (Alternate Installation) Baseplate Connectors Facing
Front of Vehicle - Recommended Drain Holes
Recommended
3/16" (5 mm)
Drain Hole Positions
Drain Hole Angle
(relative to baseplate)
3 ⁄ " (5 mm)-drain holes
1 6
Angle of Hole, relative to front
Angle of Hole, relative to front
Front of
Vehicle
Front of
Vehicle