TracVision R5SL Installation Manual

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These instructions explain how to install the satellite TV antenna system on an RV or motor

coach. Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the User's Guide.

Installation Steps

1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools...3

2. Plan the Installation...4

3. Remove the Restraints...5

4. Mount the Antenna...6

5. Cut Out the Switchplate Mounting

Hole...7

6. Wire the Antenna...8

7. Seal the Cable Access Hole...9

8. Wire the Receiver(s)...10

Who Should Install the System?

To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized technician

install the TracVision R5SL/R4SL system. To find a technician near you, please visit

www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice. If you purchased the product and decide to install it

yourself, please see the enclosed warranty statement for warranty implications.

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Phone: +1 401 847-3327 E-mail: techs@kvh.com KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective companies. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Page 2 TracVision R4SL, R5SL Addendum PLEASE READ! Important Addendum to Your Product Manual ® This addendum applies to the following TracVision antenna models: R4SL and R5SL. IMPORTANT! This addendum only applies if the vehicle is located in the southwestern U.S. (California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, or Oklahoma) and you need to configure the system for ®...
Page 3 “Locked - EchoStar 119 West,” wait 2 minutes, then turn off the TracVision antenna. 11. Wait 10 seconds, then re-apply power to the TracVision antenna. Wait two minutes for system startup. 12. Repeat Steps 5-7 to run a second Check Switch test.
Page 4 TracVision R4SL, R5SL Addendum DISH 1000/129 Results Port Satellite Trans Reception Verified Status SW64 Switch DISH 1000/61 Results Port Satellite Trans Reception Verified Status SW64 Switch DISH 500 Results Input Satellite Even Even Polarity Reception Verified Status SW42 Switch All other installation and operation steps remain the same as described...
Page 5: Inspect Parts And Get Tools
Inspect Parts and Get Tools Before you begin, follow these steps to make sure Figure 1 TracVision R5SL/R4SL Antenna you have everything you need to complete the installation. Radome a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains Baseplate everything shown on the supplied Contents List.
Page 6: Plan The Installation
Plan the Installation Before you begin, consider the following Figure 3 Blockage from Obstruction installation guidelines: • Minimize blockage. The antenna needs a clear view of the southern sky to receive satellite TV. Use the guidelines in Figure 3 to Obstruction mount the antenna a suitable distance away Antenna...
Page 7: Remove The Restraints
Remove the Restraints Follow the steps below to remove the shipping Figure 5 Removing the Shipping Restraints restraints. a. Carefully carry the antenna to the roof of the vehicle. b. Using cutting pliers, cut and remove the two tie-wrap shipping restraints, located on the bottom of the antenna’s baseplate (see Figure 5).
Page 8: Mount The Antenna
Mount the Antenna Follow the steps below to mount the antenna to Figure 7 Antenna Orientation the vehicle’s roof. Front of Vehicle a. Apply appropriate construction adhesive to the bottom of the antenna’s three mounting Vehicle plates across all of the holes. Centerline b.
Page 9: Hole
Cut Out the Switchplate Mounting Hole Follow the steps below to cut out the switchplate Figure 10 Switchplate Cutout Dimensions mounting hole. 3.82" (97 mm) 3/32" a. Using the template supplied in (2.25 mm) dia 0.32" Appendix C on page 23, drill four 3/32" (2.25 (8 mm) mm) holes in the mounting surface at the location you chose in “Plan the Installation”...
Page 10: Wire The Antenna
Wire the Antenna Follow the steps below to wire the antenna. Figure 11 Drilling the Cable Access Hole a. At the location you chose in “Plan the Installation” on page 4, use a 3/4" (19 mm) hole saw to cut out a cable access hole in the vehicle’s roof (see Figure 11).
Page 11: Seal The Cable Access Hole
Seal the Cable Access Hole Follow the steps below to seal the cable access Figure 13 Installing the Clamshell Ventilator hole. #6 Screw (x3) a. Seal the cable access hole on the roof with a liberal amount of silicone sealant, RTV, or Clamshell equivalent to protect against leakage.
Page 12: Wire The Receiver(S)
Wire the Receiver(s) Follow the steps below to wire your receiver(s). Figure 14 Augat IT1000 Connector Installation Tool IMPORTANT! If you cut the RF cable(s) or used additional RF cabling, be sure to terminate all RF cables with Snap-N-Seal ® F-connectors using an Augat IT1000 connector installation tool (KVH Part #19-0242).
Page 13: Ground The System
Now you need to ground the system to ensure Figure 16 Grounding Block Mounting and Grounding proper operation. Follow the steps below to From Antenna ground your TracVision system. #6 Mounting Grounding a. Attach the supplied ground wire to either...
Page 14: Wire The Switchplate
Wire the Switchplate Follow the steps below to wire the switchplate. Figure 17 Switchplate Wiring CAUTION Power/Data Cable From Antenna For your own safety, shut down vehicle power before you connect wires. Test the circuit to ensure no power is present. a.
Page 15: Configure For The Selected Service
Find your service below to determine which service key(s), if any, you need to connect. NOTE: Be sure to store any unconnected service keys = DISH 61 in the TracVision system’s Welcome Kit. Satellite Recommended DIRECTV Figure 19 Service Key Usage The system is already set up from the factory for DIRECTV service.
Page 16: Mount The Switchplate
Mount the Switchplate Follow the steps below to mount the switchplate. Figure 23 Switchplate Mounting a. Fit the switchplate flush into the panel cutout you made in “Cut Out the Switchplate Mounting Hole” on page 7. b. Drill out four 5/32" (4 mm) mounting holes in the switchplate’s screw cavities (see Figure 23).
Page 17: Run Two Check Switch Tests (Non-Directv Only)
Run Two Check Switch Tests (non-DIRECTV only) If you installed a DISH Network or ExpressVu Figure 25 Second Check Switch Results receiver, you need to run two Check Switch tests DISH 1000/129 Results to configure the antenna and each receiver. Port NOTE: This is not required for DIRECTV setups.
Page 18: Test The System
ON ( | ) position (see Figure 26). d. Within a few minutes, a picture should appear on the TV. e. TracVision R5SL only - Take a road test to verify the antenna tracks the satellite while the vehicle is moving.
Page 19: Educate The Customer
Educate the Customer Be sure to give the Welcome Kit to the customer Figure 27 Blockage Example and explain how to use the product. Also be sure the customer understands the following: BLOCKED! • The receiver(s) must be activated before it can receive satellite TV programming.
Page 20 Appendices This section includes the switchplate template and provides supplemental instructions for special or advanced configurations. Contents A. Connecting 3 or More Receivers...21 B. Choosing Alternate Satellites...22 C. Switchplate Template...23...
Page 21 Connecting 3 or More Receivers If you need to connect three or more receivers, Figure A-1 Wiring 3 or 4 Receivers install an Eagle Aspen multiswitch (KVH Part #72-0310) between the grounding block and the receivers, as shown in Figure A-1. Antenna IMPORTANT! DISH 1000 configurations must not exceed...
Page 22 Satellite Install Name “Configure for the Selected Service” on page 13, you can set up your TracVision R5SL/R4SL to DIRECTV 72 ° W DSS_72 track a pair of alternate satellites. DIRECTV 101 ° W...
Page 23 Switchplate Template...

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