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KVH Industries TracPhone V7IP Installation Manual

In 32" (81 cm) dome (to match tracvision tv8)
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  • Page 1 TracPhone ® in 32 " (81 cm) Dome (to match TracVision TV8) ® Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    KVH, TracPhone, CommBox, IP-MobileCast, and the unique light-colored dome with dark contrasting baseplate are trademarks, and mini-VSAT Broadband is a service mark, 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.
  • 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 Potentially lethal voltages are present within the ICM when it is connected to AC power. To avoid electric shock, do not open the chassis enclosure.

  • Page 4: Inspect Parts And Get Tools

    Inspect Parts and Get Tools Before you begin, follow these steps to make sure Figure 1: System Components you have everything you need to complete the installation. a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains everything shown in Figure 1 and on the Kitpack Content List.

  • Page 5: Plan The Antenna Installation

    Plan the Antenna Installation Before you begin, consider the following antenna Figure 2: Antenna Dimensions installation guidelines. Choose a Suitable Location • Select a location that is as close as possible to the intersection of the vessel’s centerline and 38.86" midships.
  • Page 6 Continued Plan the Antenna Installation Minimize Satellite Blockage Figure 3: Blockage from Obstruction The antenna requires a clear view of the sky to Blocked! transmit and receive satellite signals (see Figure 3). The fewer obstructions, the better the -24° to 119° system will perform.

  • Page 7: Plan The Icm Installation

    Plan the ICM Installation Before you begin, consider the following Figure 5: ICM Dimensions installation guidelines for the ICM. • Select a mounting location in a dry, well- 16.31" Strain-Relief Bracket ventilated area belowdecks away from any (41.43 cm) heat sources or salt spray. •...

  • Page 8: Prepare The Icm

    Prepare the ICM Follow these steps to prepare the ICM for Figure 6: Jumper Cables Wiring and Wi-Fi Antennas installation. Wi-Fi Antenna (x2) Connect the ICM Jumper Cables Connect the three supplied jumper cables to the rear panel of the ICM (see Figure 6). a.

  • Page 9: Mount The Icm

    Mount the ICM There are two options for mounting the ICM: Figure 7: Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket Option 1 - Inside an equipment rack Option 2 - To a horizontal surface NOTE: You may choose to wait to mount the ICM until after you have completed all system wiring.

  • Page 10: Prepare The Antenna Site

    Prepare the Antenna Site Once you have identified a suitable antenna Figure 11: Antenna Mounting Holes Layout mounting site, according to the guidelines provided in Step 2, follow these steps to drill the mounting holes and cable access hole to prepare Foam Seal the site for installation.

  • Page 11: Remove The Shipping Restraints

    Remove the Shipping Restraints Inside the antenna, a foam shipping restraint Figure 12: Location of Radome Screws and Restraint Bolts prevents the antenna assembly from moving during shipment. Follow these steps to remove this shipping restraint. a. Remove the eight #10-32 screws securing the radome to the baseplate (see Figure 12).

  • Page 12: Prepare The Antenna Cables

    Prepare the Antenna Cables Follow these steps to prepare and route the RF Figure 14: RF Cable Requirements and power/data cables. 15-50 ft (5-15 m) Cable Run Prepare the Customer’s RF Cables Cable RG-11 You need to connect two 75 RF coax cables (KVH part no.
  • Page 13 Continued Prepare the Antenna Cables Connect the Customer’s RF Cables to the Figure 15: Connecting the Pigtail Cables to the RF Cables Supplied Pigtail Cables IMPORTANT! Use of the supplied pigtail cables is mandatory. Do not connect the customer’s RF cables directly to the antenna.
  • Page 14 Continued Prepare the Antenna Cables Route the Cables Belowdecks Figure 16: Minimum Bend Radius of RF Cables a. Keep the connector end of the power/data cable and the pigtail ends of the RF cables at Cable Type Minimum Bend Radius the antenna location.

  • Page 15: Wire The Antenna

    Wire the Antenna Follow these steps to connect the antenna cables. Figure 17: Service Hatch/Hardware Connect the RF Pigtail Cables NOTE: The RF connectors may be more easily reached through the service hatches. To open a service hatch, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove its eleven M4 screws (see Figure 17).
  • Page 16 Continued Wire the Antenna c. Place one of the supplied rubber connector Figure 19: Connecting the RF Pigtail Cables to the Antenna washers over the “MTX” jack on the bottom of the antenna, as shown in Figure 19. Connector Plate d.
  • Page 17 Continued Wire the Antenna Connect the Power/Data Cable Figure 20: Antenna Power/Data Cable Connections a. Pass the power/data cable through the hole in the center of the antenna’s baseplate. Connect the power/data cable to the “Power/Data” jack on the bottom of the Power/Data antenna (see Figure 20).

  • Page 18: Mount The Antenna

    Mount the Antenna Follow these steps to mount the antenna to the Figure 22: Forward Arrow in Antenna Baseplate mounting surface. a. Place the antenna over the holes drilled in the mounting surface. Make sure the forward arrow inside the baseplate points toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see Figure 22).

  • Page 19: Prepare The Power/Data Cable

    Prepare the Power/Data Cable If you cut the power/data cable to a certain Figure 24: Stripping the Jacket length, perform all of the steps below. If the belowdecks end of the cable is intact as provided Jacket Braid from the factory, skip to step j on the next page. a.
  • Page 20 Continued Prepare the Power/Data Cable h. Trim approximately 3" (75 mm) from the Figure 29: Positioning the Ferrite Cylinder and Strain-relief Tube ends of the power/data wires. Heat Shrink Sleeve Power/Data Wires Strip back the insulation of each wire approximately 1/4" (6 mm) and gently twist Jacket Flange each wire to ensure a good electrical...

  • Page 21: Wire The Icm

    Wire the ICM Follow these steps to wire the belowdecks Figure 32: Antenna Power/Data Wiring equipment (see page 50 for a complete wiring diagram). Connect the Antenna Power/Data Cable Antenna a. Connect the antenna power/data cable to the supplied 16-position terminal strip connector as shown in Figure 32.
  • Page 22 Continued Wire the ICM Connect a NMEA 0183 Talker Figure 34: Compatible NMEA 0183 Inputs A vessel heading input is required for the Data Type Compatible Messages antenna to track satellites above 80° in elevation. You can also provide a vessel position input to True or Magnetic $--HDG serve as a backup to the antenna’s internal GPS.
  • Page 23 Continued Wire the ICM Connect the RF Cables Figure 36: Antenna RF Transmit and Receive Wiring IMPORTANT! If you are using LMR-600-75 RF cables, do not RxRF TxRF connect them directly to the ICM. Connect the Antenna supplied 1 ft (30 cm) pigtail cables between the RF cables and the ICM.

  • Page 24: Connect Power

    Connect Power Before you begin, be sure that you understand Figure 37: AC Power Options the following important requirements: TracPhone Equipment AC Power Requirements The TracPhone system is designed to run on 3-wire single-phase AC power (hot, neutral, and Ground Shipboard ground).
  • Page 25 Continued Connect Power Once you have read and understand the Figure 38: Power Wiring requirements described on page 23, follow these steps to connect power to the TracPhone system. a. Before you begin, disconnect vessel power and be sure the vessel is properly grounded in accordance with marine standards.

  • Page 26: Turn On The System

    Turn On the System Follow these steps to turn on the system. Figure 40: Power Button a. Ensure the antenna has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. Power Button b. Apply vessel power to the TracPhone system. c. Press the power button on the front of the ICM (see Figure 40).

  • Page 27: Update The System Software

    Update the System Software If Necessary Follow these steps to ensure the latest software is installed in the TracPhone system. Figure 43: Updates Page on Web Interface Check the Current Software Version a. Go to the TracPhone V7-IP web interface and click the Updates tab.

  • Page 28: Customize The Web Interface

    Customize the Web Interface Follow these steps to customize the web interface Figure 45: Setting the Administrator Password for the customer’s use. Set the Administrator Password The user must be logged in as an administrator to make changes to the system’s configuration. Follow these steps to change the administrator password to something unique.

  • Page 29: Set Up No-Transmit Zones

    Set Up No-Transmit Zones Optional To prevent exposure to RF energy, which may be harmful to people who stand within 36 feet Figure 48: Example of No-Transmit Zone Azimuth Range (11 meters) of the antenna, you can configure up to two no-transmit zones for areas where crew and/or passengers frequent (see Figure 48).
  • Page 30 Continued Set Up No-Transmit Zones c. At the TracPhone V7-IP web interface, click Figure 51: No-Transmit Zones Page of Web Interface the Settings tab. Then click No-Transmit Zones. d. Click Edit. e. Make sure Enforce Zones is selected (see Figure 51). f.

  • Page 31: Set Up Tracking Avoidance Zones

    Set Up Tracking Avoidance Zones Optional You can configure up to five tracking avoidance zones for areas where there may be partial Figure 52: Tracking Avoidance Zones Page of Web Interface blockage or RF interference. Whenever the antenna is tracking a satellite in the direction of a tracking avoidance zone, it will switch to a different satellite if one is available.

  • Page 32: Test The System

    Test the System Follow these steps to test the system for proper Figure 53: Good Service Connection Indicated on Home Page operation. a. Ensure the antenna has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. b. Verify that the antenna is tracking the service satellite and the system is online, as indicated by the Home page of the TracPhone V7-IP web interface (see Figure 53).

  • Page 33: Configure The Network

    Configure the Network The ICM includes four Ethernet ports and a built- Figure 56: ICM Ethernet Ports and Wireless Access Point in wireless access point (WAP) that can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the customer’s needs (see Figure 56). Some of the most common ICM network configurations can User Ethernet be selected directly from the TracPhone V7-IP...
  • Page 34 Continued Configure the Network Standard Configuration Figure 59: Standard Configuration In a standard configuration, all four User Ethernet ports and the built-in WAP provide direct Internet access without a user login. This is the default configuration. Follow these additional steps to configure the network. a.
  • Page 35 Continued Configure the Network Static IP Configuration Figure 61: Static IP Configuration In a static IP configuration, a network device is assigned an IP address that can be accessed directly from the Internet. It does not receive an IP address from the ICM. Follow these additional steps to configure the network.
  • Page 36 Continued Configure the Network Crew Configurations Figure 63: Crew Configurations The crew configurations allow the customer to control user access to the system’s Internet connection. Each crew configuration has certain ports (and Wi-Fi) designated as “Crew LAN.” Users who connect to the system via one of these ports (or Wi-Fi) will be required to enter their user name and password to access the Internet.
  • Page 37 Continued Configure the Network Dual Dome Configuration Figure 65: Dual Dome Configurations The dual dome configuration allows you to connect a second TracPhone V-IP Series antenna as a backup system. Whenever the primary system loses its connection to the mini-VSAT Broadband service, all voice and data traffic will automatically get routed to the secondary system.
  • Page 38 Continued Configure the Network ICM Wireless Settings Figure 67: Wireless DHCP (Example) With Wi-Fi enabled, vessel devices can connect to Mobile the ICM via its built-in wireless access point Devices 192.168.5.100 (WAP) and receive IP addresses from the ICM via DHCP (see Figure 67). Follow these steps to 192.168.5.101 enable and configure the WAP, if desired by the customer.
  • Page 39 Continued Configure the Network Optional Media Server for IP-MobileCast Figure 69: Available Network Options The IP-MobileCast service delivers licensed Option KVH Part No. entertainment to commercial vessels and superyachts at sea without consuming the Media Server, Commercial 02-2103 vessel’s data plan or affecting data speeds. It also offers large file delivery services for critical ship Media Server, Superyachts 02-2104...

  • Page 40: Connect Voice Line Equipment

    Connect Voice Line Equipment Follow these steps to connect the vessel’s Figure 71: Connecting Vessel Phones (Example) phone(s) and any purchased voice line accessories to the system. Voice Lines Connect Vessel Phone(s) Using the supplied RJ-11 cables, connect the customer’s analog (not digital) phone(s), fax machine, and/or PABX to the desired “Voice Line”...

  • Page 41: Educate The Customer

    Educate the Customer Give the Welcome Kit to the customer, make sure Figure 73: Customer Welcome Kit they know the administrator and Wi-Fi passwords, and show them how to use the system. Be sure they understand the following: • The antenna transmits RF energy that is potentially harmful.
  • Page 42 Terminating LMR RF Cables Appendix These instructions explain how to terminate an LMR-400-75 RF cable with an EZ-400-FMH-75 Figure 76: Cutting the Cable “F” connector using the tools from the TK-400EZ-75 tool kit. The same steps also apply to an LMR-600-75 cable, with the exception of the tools used.
  • Page 43 Continued Terminating LMR RF Cables Appendix 5. Using a utility knife, carefully remove any residual plastic from the center conductor, if Figure 80: Removing Plastic Residue necessary (see Figure 80). 6. Insert the end of the cable into the #2 end of the ST-400EZ stripping tool (see Figure 81).
  • Page 44 Continued Terminating LMR RF Cables Appendix 8. Gently flare the braid with your fingers (see Figure 84). Figure 84: Flaring the Braid 9. Insert the end of the cable into the connector body until the dielectric is firmly seated inside the connector (see Figure 85). Make sure there is no gap between the knurled end of the connector and the cable jacket.
  • Page 45 Continued Terminating LMR RF Cables Appendix 12. Using an appropriate crimp tool (either the CT-400/300 or the HX-4 with Y1719 dies), Figure 88: Crimping the Ferrule onto the Cable crimp the ferrule in place (see Figure 88). Crimp as close to the connector body as possible.
  • Page 46 Configuring Computers for DHCP Appendix Follow these steps to configure your computer for DHCP to allow it to receive an IP address from the ICM. The location of this configuration Figure 91: Windows 10 - Internet Protocol Properties setting varies slightly by operating system. NOTE: The computer must have a network interface card installed and all cabling must be 100 Mbps fast Ethernet UTP CAT-5 with RJ45 connectors.
  • Page 47 Continued Configuring Computers for DHCP Appendix Windows 8 1. Turn on the computer. Figure 92: Windows 8 - Internet Protocol Properties 2. In Control Panel, double-click Network and Sharing Center. To open the Control Panel, go to the desktop, select Settings from the Charms bar, then select Control Panel.
  • Page 48 Continued Configuring Computers for DHCP Appendix Windows 7 or Windows Vista 1. Turn on the computer. Figure 93: Windows 7/Windows Vista- Internet Protocol Properties 2. In Control Panel, double-click Network and Sharing Center. (You might need to click Network and Internet first.) You can find the control panel either through the Start menu or “My Computer.”...
  • Page 49 Continued Configuring Computers for DHCP Appendix Windows XP 1. Turn on the computer. Figure 94: Windows XP - Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties 2. In Control Panel, double-click Network Connections. You can find the control panel either through the Start menu or “My Computer.”...
  • Page 50 Continued Configuring Computers for DHCP Appendix Macintosh OS X 1. Turn on the computer. Figure 95: Macintosh OS X - Network Preferences 2. In System Preferences, click Network. 3. In the Network dialog box, select Ethernet then set the following: •...
  • Page 51 Wiring Diagram Appendix Antenna Orange/Red Red/Orange Green/White White/Green Blue/White Power/ White/Blue Data Brown/White White/Brown Orange/White White/Orange NMEA 0183 Talker(s) Gray/White (customer-supplied) White/Gray Ship’s Heading Black and Position Terminal 13 14 15 16 Strip Connectors To Antenna NMEA Two unused wires are reserved for future use; N/C = Not Connected Vessel Phone Vessel PC Drain Wire...
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  • Page 53 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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