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KVH Industries TracPhone V3 Replacement Instructions Manual
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KVH Industries TracPhone V3 Replacement Instructions Manual

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TracPhone
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace a gyro in a TracPhone V3/V3-IP/V3-HTS
antenna.
Replacement Steps
1. Remove the Radome ............................. 2
2. Identify the Gyro Location ................... 2
3. Replace the Gyro.................................... 3
4. Update the Software ............................. 7
5. Calibrate the Gyros................................ 9
Tools Required
This procedure requires the following tools:
• #1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers
• Cutting pliers
• 5/16" nut driver or wrench
• 5/16" open-end wrench and 5/16" torque wrench set to 8 in.-lbs
(for skew gyro replacement only)
• Heat gun or electrical tape
• Laptop PC with the latest TracPhone V3-IP/V3-HTS ICM/antenna software or TracPhone
V-series Flash Wizard
Important - Please Read!
To perform the calibration step at the end of this procedure, the vessel must remain stationary in
calm seas.
Avoid causing sharp bends in cables when securing or routing cables in this procedure. Sharp
bends or kinks in cables can degrade antenna performance. Also be sure to trim the excess
portion of any tie-wraps you install and collect all trimmings from the antenna to avoid damage.
Gyros are sensitive to shock. Handle the gyro carefully to avoid damage.
Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:
Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific:
Phone: +45 45 160 180
Email: mvbsupport@kvh.com
North/South America, Australasia:
Phone: 1 866 701-7103 (U.S. only) or +1 401 851-3806
Email: mvbsupport@kvh.com
KVH, TracPhone, and the unique light-colored dome with dark 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.
No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. © 2011-2018 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0757 Rev. D | 72-0489
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  • Page 1 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. © 2011-2018 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0757 Rev. D | 72-0489...

  • Page 2: Step 1 - Remove The Radome

    Step 1 - Remove the Radome Figure 1: Radome Screws CAUTION For your own safety, be sure to disconnect power from all wired components before performing this procedure. #10-32 Screw (x3) a. Disconnect all power from the TracPhone system– turn off and unplug the ICM (V3-IP/V3-HTS) or control unit and modem (V3).
  • Page 3 Step 3 - Replace the Gyro Figure 3: Azimuth Gyro Connector (V3-IP Shown) Replacing the Azimuth Gyro a. Carefully strip back the heat shrink covering In-line Connector the gyro wires’ in-line connector (see Figure 3). P-clip b. Disconnect the gyro wires’ connector. c.
  • Page 4 Replacing the Elevation Gyro Figure 5: Secured Gyro Cables (V3-IP Shown) a. Cut and remove the tie-wrap securing the elevation and azimuth gyro cables to the cable bundle (see Figure 5). Tape b. Carefully strip back the heat shrink covering Elevation Gyro the elevation gyro wires’...
  • Page 5 k. Using a tie-wrap, secure the elevation and Figure 8: Skew Gyro Connector (V3-IP Shown) azimuth gyro cables to the cable bundle in the location shown in Figure 5 on page 4. RF Cable Tie-wrap Tape Update the software as explained on page BUC Cable m.
  • Page 6 Wrap the gyro wires and motor wires with the supplied protective tape (once around) at the location shown in Figure 8 on page 5. Then secure them together with a tie-wrap. k. Reconnect the BUC cable to the OMT (see Figure 8 on page 5).

  • Page 7: Step 4 - Update The Software

    Figure 12: Update File Selected for Upload (V3-IP Shown) Details are available in the Help. Check the current software version as follows: a. Go to the TracPhone V3-IP/V3-HTS web interface and click the Updates tab. Note the displayed ICM/Antenna software version (see Figure 11).
  • Page 8 TracPhone V3 Figure 13: Software Versions Displayed on the Control Unit Check the current software version as follows: a. At the control unit, press MENUS until the display shows “ANTENNA STATUS” (see Figure 13). Then press ACCEPT. b. Press MENUS until the display shows “ANTENNA MAIN BOARD.”...
  • Page 9 NOTE: Complete calibration details are provided in the User’s Guide. The calibration process differs depending on antenna model: • TracPhone V3-IP-V3-HTS - see below • TracPhone V3 - refer to page 10 TracPhone V3-IP/V3-HTS NOTE: These instructions assume you will be using PuTTY to enter antenna commands.
  • Page 10 NEXT MENU ACCEPT The replacement procedure is complete! ENTERING DIAGNOSTICS TracPhone V3 You can calibrate the gyros from the front panel of the control unit. Turn on the TracPhone system then follow the steps shown in Figure 16. CAL GYRO= NO...

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