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  • Page 1 TracPhone V7...
  • Page 2 Broadband System User’s Guide This user’s guide provides all of the basic information you need to operate, set up, and troubleshoot the TracPhone V7 system. For detailed installation information, please refer to the TracPhone V7 Installation Guide. Serial Numbers...
  • Page 3 TracPhone, KVH, and the unique light-colored dome with dark contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. mini-VSAT Broadband is a service mark of KVH Industries, Inc. ViaSat and the ViaSat logo are registered trademarks of ViaSat, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 4: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    • 02-1601 TracPhone V7 Antenna Control Unit • 19-0487 TracPhone V7 Modem Equipment Applicability The TracPhone V7 is a system that provides broadband internet connectivity between a ship and any destination in the world. The equipment is not intended for SOLAS applications.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Using this Manual ................3 Important Safety Information.............5 System Overview ................6 Operation Satellite Communication Basics ............11 Turning On the System ..............12 System Startup ................13 Using the mini-VSAT Broadband Service.........14 Using KVH’s Enhanced VoIP Service ..........15 Configuration Adjusting the Control Unit Display Brightness .........21...
  • Page 6 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Table of Contents Troubleshooting (Continued) Viewing Status Information on Your Web Browser ......55 Viewing Status Information on the Control Unit.......61 Calibrating the Antenna Gyros ............67 Technical Support................69 Wiring Diagram Wiring Diagram ................73 Menus Quick Reference Guide Menus Quick Reference Guide............77...
  • Page 7 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction This chapter provides a basic overview of this manual and your TracPhone system. It also provides important safety information you need to know before using the product. Contents Using this Manual.............. 3 Important Safety Information ..........

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Chapter 1 - Introduction Using this Manual This manual provides complete operation, configuration, and troubleshooting information for your TracPhone V7 system. Who Should Use this Manual The user should refer to the “Operation” chapter to learn how to operate the system.
  • Page 9 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction Typographical Conventions This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Text Example Description Press MENUS to view Both the icon and the name of the the menu button are provided SELECT SATELLITES Text as it appears on the control unit...

  • Page 10: Important Safety Information

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction Important Safety Information For your own safety, and for the safety of your passengers and/or crew, be sure to read the following important notices. Warning - Risk of Electric Shock Potentially lethal voltages are present within the control unit and the modem.

  • Page 11: System Overview

    Using cutting-edge spread spectrum technology, which was previously only available to the military and corporate jets, the TracPhone V7 delivers a seamless and consistent Internet experience. And it all comes with an antenna that is 85% smaller and 75% lighter than traditional VSAT antennas.
  • Page 12 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction System Components The TracPhone V7 system includes the following components: The antenna unit provides the satellite link between the onboard modem and the land- based hub. Using its integrated GPS, advanced reflector technology, and gyro...
  • Page 13 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction Service Activation Before you can start using the TracPhone V7, you need to activate the system for mini-VSAT Broadband service. To activate, simply fill out the Activation Form provided in your Customer Welcome Kit. Then...

  • Page 14: Operation

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation 2. Operation This chapter explains how to turn on and use the TracPhone V7 system. It also explains how to interpret the startup screens. Contents Satellite Communication Basics ........11 Turning On the System ............ 12 System Startup..............

  • Page 15: Satellite Communication Basics

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Satellite Communication Basics Ku-band communications satellites are located in fixed positions above the Earth’s equator and relay data to/from the earth within the regions that they serve. Therefore, to communicate via a given satellite, you must be located within that satellite’s unique coverage...

  • Page 16: Turning On The System

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Turning On the System Follow the steps below to turn on your TracPhone system. CAUTION The antenna transmits RF energy that is potentially harmful. Everyone must Radiation Radiation stay more than 36 feet...

  • Page 17: System Startup

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation System Startup The control unit shows the following screens during startup. If the display shows an error message, see “Error Messages” on page Control Unit Screen Description The antenna is running a self test...

  • Page 18: Using The Mini-Vsat Broadband Service

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Using the mini-VSAT Broadband Service Once the TracPhone V7 modem establishes a connection with the mini-VSAT Broadband service, you can perform all of the same Internet tasks you perform at home: • E-mail •...

  • Page 19: Using Kvh's Enhanced Voip Service

    Be sure to inform anyone who may use the TracPhone V7 of the limitations of 911 and E911 emergency services. The manufacturer, distributor, and service provider shall not be liable for, and expressly disclaim, any direct...
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 - Operation Placing a Voice Call Calls originating from a TracPhone V7 system are terminated in the United States. Therefore, to place a call, you will need to dial as if you are calling from the U.S., regardless of your vessel’s location. Follow the steps below to place a call via the TracPhone V7.
  • Page 21 PIN (provided during service activation). Sending or Receiving a Fax Faxing is easy via the TracPhone V7 Enhanced VoIP Service. Simply connect a fax machine to either “PHONE” jack on the MTA and dial as you would a voice call (see “Placing a Voice Call”...
  • Page 22 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Managing Your VoIP Account Online You can manage your account online at your Enhanced VoIP Service web page. You can view and configure all of the various calling features available to you, as well as view account information and listen to VoiceMails.

  • Page 23: Configuration

    It also explains how to configure your computer for a wired Ethernet connection to the TracPhone V7 system. For details on setting up a wireless network, refer to the instructions provided with your wireless access point (purchased separately).

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Control Unit Display Brightness

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Adjusting the Control Unit Display Brightness Follow the steps below to adjust the brightness of the control unit’s front panel display. 1. Press MENUS until the display shows “CONFIGURATION.” CONFIGURATION NEXT MENU ACCEPT 2.
  • Page 25 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 5. Press EXIT to exit the menu.

  • Page 26: Configuring Rf Radiation Hazard Zones

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Configuring RF Radiation Hazard Zones To prevent exposure to the antenna’s radiated RF energy, you can configure up to two RF radiation hazard zones for areas where crew and/or passengers frequent. (See “Important Safety Information”...
  • Page 27 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Defining an RF Radiation Hazard Zone Follow the steps below to configure an RF radiation hazard zone. 1. Determine the necessary azimuth range for the RF hazard zone. You will need to enter the beginning and ending azimuths that define the outer boundaries of the zone, relative to the antenna’s forward arrow, which...
  • Page 28 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 3. Press ACCEPT. BRIGHTNESS= HIGH NEXT ITEM CHANGE 4. Press MENUS until the display shows “SET HAZARD ZONE.” SET HAZARD ZONE= NO NEXT ITEM CHANGE 5. Press CHANGE until the display shows “SET HAZARD ZONE = YES.”...
  • Page 29 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 7. Press CHANGE. A cursor appears under the first number in the displayed azimuth range for RF radiation hazard zone #1. ZONE 1= 000-000 CHANGE ACCEPT 8. Press CHANGE until the number is set to the first digit of the beginning azimuth for zone #1.
  • Page 30 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 12. If you wish to set up a second RF radiation hazard zone, repeat steps 7-11. (Be sure the second zone does not overlap the first.) Otherwise, press MENUS. The display shows the current setting for Transmit Inhibition (“XMT IN ZONES”).
  • Page 31 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Disabling RF Radiation Hazard Zones If you wish to remove all restrictions on transmissions, follow the steps below to disable your programmed RF radiation hazard zones. This function simply disables the hazard zones; it does not delete them from memory.
  • Page 32 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 3. Press MENUS until the display shows “SET HAZARD ZONE.” SET HAZARD ZONE= NO NEXT ITEM CHANGE 4. Press CHANGE until the display shows “SET HAZARD ZONE = YES.” SET HAZARD ZONE=YES?
  • Page 33 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 7. Press CHANGE until the display shows “XMT IN ZONES = YES.” XMT IN ZONES= YES? CHANGE ACCEPT 8. Press ACCEPT. WARNING: XMT ALLOWED IN RF HAZARD ZONES 9. Press EXIT to exit the menu.

  • Page 34: Setting Dvb-Assist Search Mode On/Off

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Setting DVB-Assist Search Mode On/Off In most conditions, you should keep the DVB-Assist search mode turned on. With DVB-Assist enabled, the TracPhone antenna finds a DVB-Assist satellite first before it shifts to point at the mini-VSAT Broadband service satellite.
  • Page 35 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 3. Press MENUS until the display shows “DVB ASSIST.” DVB ASSIST= ON NEXT ITEM CHANGE 4. Press CHANGE until the display shows the desired DVB-Assist setting: ON or OFF. DVB ASSIST= OFF?

  • Page 36: Resetting The System To Factory Conditions

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Resetting the System to Factory Conditions Follow the steps below to reset the TracPhone system to its original factory configuration. CAUTION Resetting the system clears all RF radiation hazard zones. The antenna will be able to transmit in any direction until you reprogram the hazard zones into the antenna.
  • Page 37 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 4. Press CHANGE until the display shows “FACTORY RESET= YES.” FACTORY RESET= YES? CHANGE ACCEPT 5. Press ACCEPT. RESET TO FACTORY? ACCEPT EXIT 6. Press ACCEPT again to reset the system.

  • Page 38: Configuring Your Computer For Mini-Vsat Broadband

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Configuring Your Computer for mini-VSAT Broadband Follow the steps below to configure your computer for DHCP addressing. This will allow your computer to communicate with the modem via its Ethernet connection. NOTE: If you wish to set up a wireless connection, set up and test a wired Ethernet connection first.
  • Page 39 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 3. At the Local Area Connection Status window, click Properties. If this screen doesn’t appear, just skip to Step 4. 4. At the Local Area Connection Properties window, select the Networking tab. Then select Internet...
  • Page 40 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 5. At the Internet Protocol Properties window, select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically. Then click OK. 6. At Local Area Connection Properties, click OK.
  • Page 41 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Windows XP Follow the steps below to configure a Windows XP computer. 1. At the Windows Control Panel, double-click the Network Connections icon. You can find the Control Panel either through the Start menu or “My Computer.”...
  • Page 42 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 4. At the Local Area Connection Properties window, select the General tab. Then select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 5. At the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select the General tab. Then select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically.
  • Page 43 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration 6. At Local Area Connection Properties, click OK. 7. Restart your computer.
  • Page 44 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Configuration Mac OS X Follow the steps below to configure a Mac OS X computer. 1. At System Preferences, click the Network icon. 2. At the Network window, select the following: • Show: Built-in Ethernet •...

  • Page 45: Requesting Static Ip Addressing

    Requesting Static IP Addressing At your request, KVH can enable static IP addressing for your TracPhone V7 system (a one-time setup fee will apply for each static IP address you request). With a static IP address assigned to a computer system onboard your vessel, parties on shore will be able to access that computer directly over the Internet.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting 4. Troubleshooting This chapter identifies basic problems along with their possible causes and solutions. It also explains what the status lights indicate, how to use the diagnostic functions, and how to get technical support.

  • Page 47: Six Simple Checks

    There is nothing wrong with your browser/application, your TracPhone V7, or the mini-VSAT Broadband service and your access to other sites remains unaffected. Check #4: Can the antenna find the satellite? If the antenna is continuously searching for the satellite, check the area around the antenna for blockage.
  • Page 48 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Check #5: Are all system components powered on and connected properly? Make sure power is applied to all system components, including the modem, control unit, switch, and MTA. Also make sure all of the interconnecting cables are connected tightly.

  • Page 49: Control Unit Status Lights

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Control Unit Status Lights Three status lights on the front of the control unit indicate the current status of the system and can help you identify problems quickly. Figure 4-1 Control Unit Status Lights During normal operation, all three status lights should be lit green.
  • Page 50 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting ANTENNA Light The table below explains what the ANTENNA light indicates. Light is... Indicates Description No power input to the antenna Green Tracking Antenna is tracking the satellite Green, Searching Antenna is searching for the satellite...

  • Page 51: Modem Status Light

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Modem Status Light A status light on the front of the modem indicates the current status of the modem and can help you identify problems. Figure 4-2 Modem Status Light STATUS During normal operation, the status light should be lit green. The following table explains what the different light conditions indicate.

  • Page 52: Error Messages

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Error Messages The table below lists error messages that might appear on the control unit display to indicate a system problem. Many of these faults should only be repaired by a KVH-certified technician. For details on finding a KVH-certified technician, see “Technical Support”...
  • Page 53 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Error Message Description The antenna’s elevation motor or ERROR: limit switch failed. Contact a ANTENNA EL ASSEMBLY KVH-certified technician. The antenna’s skew motor or limit ERROR: switch failed. Contact a KVH- ANTENNA SKEW ASSMBLY certified technician.
  • Page 54 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Error Message Description The modem is disabled because ERROR: its temperature has risen above MODEM OVERTEMP 85ºC. Listen for the cooling fan inside the modem. If you don’t hear the fan, contact a KVH- certified technician.
  • Page 55 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Error Message Description The antenna’s RF software might ERROR: be corrupted. Check the wiring RF SOFTWARE FAILURE and try turning the control unit and modem off, then back on. If the error persists, contact a KVH- certified technician.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting An Enhanced Voip Service Problem

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting an Enhanced VoIP Service Problem If you can access the Internet via the TracPhone system, but you are unable to make a VoIP call, try the five simple steps below. Step #1: Make Sure You Are Dialing the Number Properly As explained in “Placing a Voice Call”...

  • Page 57: Viewing Status Information On Your Web Browser

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Viewing Status Information on Your Web Browser Complete system status information is available via the modem’s local web interface. Simply open the web browser on any networked computer and enter the following web address: http://192.168.0.1...
  • Page 58 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting The System Status page provides the following information: Status Message Description • Online - Modem is connected to MBS System Status the mini-VSAT Broadband service • Offline - Modem is not connected to the service...
  • Page 59 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Detailed Antenna Status When you click the link for “detailed antenna status,” the following web page is displayed. Figure 4-4 Detailed Antenna Status Page...
  • Page 60 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting The Detailed Antenna Status page provides the following information: Status Message Description Antenna Model TracPhone V7 Antenna State Same as System Status page Satellite Location Same as System Status page Receive Xponder Freq...
  • Page 61 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Detailed Modem Status When you click the link for “detailed modem status,” the following web page is displayed. Figure 4-5 Detailed Modem Status Page...
  • Page 62 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting The Detailed Modem Status page provides the following information: Status Message Description Serial Number Modem serial number Modem Satellite IP External IP address of the modem; identity of the modem on mini-...

  • Page 63: Viewing Status Information On The Control Unit

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Viewing Status Information on the Control Unit If you are unable to view the status information screens on the modem’s web interface, you can also view system status information on the control unit’s display. You can select either modem or antenna status information from the main menu.
  • Page 64 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Modem Status Messages The table below lists all of the modem status messages. Status Message Description General status of the modem: MODEM STATE • Online - Modem is connected ONLINE to the mini-VSAT Broadband service •...
  • Page 65 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Status Message Description Local IP address of the modem on MODEM LAN IP the vessel’s LAN 192.168.0.1 Subnet mask of the vessel’s LAN MODEM SUBNET MASK that is connected to the modem 255.255.255.0...
  • Page 66 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Antenna Status Information 1. Press MENUS until the display shows “ANTENNA STATUS.” ANTENNA STATUS NEXT MENU ACCEPT 2. Press ACCEPT to start viewing the antenna status screens. PRESS TO VIEW EACH ANTENNA ITEM...
  • Page 67 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Antenna Status Messages The table below lists all of the status messages. Status Message Description General status of the antenna: ANTENNA STATE • Tracking TRACKING • Searching • Initializing • Waiting for Modem •...
  • Page 68 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Status Message Description DC voltage measured at the ANTENNA DC INPUT antenna’s circuit board 41.2 VDC DC voltage measured at the CTRL UNIT DC INPUT control unit’s power input 13.4 VDC Status of the antenna’s BUC...

  • Page 69: Calibrating The Antenna Gyros

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Calibrating the Antenna Gyros The TracPhone antenna’s gyros continuously measure the motion of your vessel and send this data to the antenna’s motor control circuitry to keep the antenna pointed at the satellite. At the factory, each antenna gyro is precisely calibrated to work with the antenna’s circuit...
  • Page 70 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting 3. Press CHANGE until the display shows “CAL GYRO= YES.” CAL GYRO= YES? CHANGE ACCEPT 4. Press ACCEPT to start gyro calibration. DO NOT MOVE VESSEL DURING CALIBRATION CALIBRATING GYROS SKEW: 5. Verify that the azimuth (AZ), elevation (EL), and skew gyros all pass (“P”).

  • Page 71: Technical Support

    Therefore, if you experience an operating problem or require technical assistance, please call or visit your local authorized TracPhone V7 dealer or distributor. You can find a certified technician near you by visiting our website at www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice.

  • Page 72: Wiring Diagram

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Wiring Diagram Appendix A Wiring Diagram This appendix provides a system wiring diagram. For detailed installation instructions, refer to the Installation Guide Contents Wiring Diagram..............73...
  • Page 73 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Wiring Diagram Wiring Diagram Antenna Terminal Strip Connector Note: Terminals #3 and #8 are not used Power Black Data White/Gray Gray/White White/Orange Orange/White White/Brown Brown/White White/Blue Blue/White Control Unit Power GP10 Serial Service Module...

  • Page 74: Menus Quick Reference Guide

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix B - Menus Quick Reference Guide Appendix B Menus Quick Reference Guide This appendix provides a quick reference guide to the control unit menus Contents Menus Quick Reference Guide ........77...

  • Page 75: Menus Quick Reference Guide

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix B - Menus Quick Reference Guide Menus Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 76: Glossary

    TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary Appendix C Glossary This appendix provides a glossary of technical terms used throughout this manual Contents Glossary................81...
  • Page 77 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary Glossary 10BaseT Ethernet standard using twisted pair cabling (such as CAT5). Supports a maximum data rate of 10 Mbps. 100BaseT Fast Ethernet standard using twisted pair cabling (such as CAT5). Supports a maximum data rate of 100 Mbps.
  • Page 78 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary CAT5 Category of twisted pair cable with a maximum data rate of 1,000 Mbps. Chassis The outside enclosure of an electronic device. Crossover Cable Cable in which the pins are reversed from one end to the other. Used for connecting two computers back-to-back without using an Ethernet hub.
  • Page 79 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary Eb/No Ratio of Energy-per-bit to Noise power spectral density. The signal-to- noise ratio of a digital signal. EIRP Effective Isotropic Radiated Power, measured in dBW. Elevation angle. Vertical direction (5°-80°) in which the antenna points.
  • Page 80 HyperText Transfer Protocol. The primary protocol for the World Wide Web. Earth station that links the satellite network to the terrestrial network. Intermediate Frequency. As it applies to TracPhone V7, L-band output of an LNB, or input to a BUC. Internet Global network connecting a vast number of networks and computers.
  • Page 81 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary L-band Range of frequencies from 950 MHz to 2150 MHz. Low Noise Block down-converter. Device that converts and amplifies a Ku-band satellite signal into an intermediate frequency (IF) L-band signal. Multimedia Terminal Adapter. Device that converts analog telephone signals into VoIP signals.
  • Page 82 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary Peripheral Component Interconnect. Bus standard that supports high- speed connections between computers and peripheral devices. PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. Organization that establishes standards for PC cards, credit card-sized memory or input/output devices, primarily used in laptops.
  • Page 83 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indicator. Indicates the strength of the received satellite signal. The modem supplies this data to the control unit for tracking purposes. Receive. Skew Adjustment angle to orient an LNB with a linearly polarized satellite signal.
  • Page 84 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary Software. Switch Device that connects two segments of a LAN. Routes data from one segment to another based on the MAC address of the destination. TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. Two communications protocols for the Internet. IP handles the delivery of data packets over the Internet;...
  • Page 85 TracPhone V7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Glossary VSAT Very Small Aperture (< 3m) Terminal. Communications system in which multiple users connect via satellite to a single land-based hub, which handles the routing of all network traffic. Wide Area Network. A group of computers, devices, and possibly LANs, linked together over a large geographic area.
  • Page 86 KVH Industries, Inc. KVH Europe A/S 50 Enterprise Center Middletown, RI 02842-5279 U.S.A. Kokkedal Industripark 2B 2980 Kokkedal Denmark Phone: +1 401 847-3327 Fax: +1 401 849-0045 Phone: +45 45 160 180 Fax: +45 45 160 181 E-mail: info@kvh.com Internet: www.kvh.com...

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