KVH Industries TracVision M7 Replacement Instructions Manual page 10

TracVision M7
Main PCB Replacement Instructions
Step 4 - Flash the RF PCB (if required)
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The RF PCB now needs to be updated, or "flashed" to ensure
compatibility with the new main PCB. Flashing also allows the
antenna to use the most current satellite configuration data available.
Flashing instructions vary according to specific TracVision M7
configurations. Refer to the section appropriate for your specific
TracVision M7 configuration.
NOTE: Only flash the RF PCB if your software version does not match the
software version listed in the Release Notes (see
PCB Software Version" on page
Switchplate Configuration
To flash the RF PCB, you will need a special DB9 (female) to RJ22
(male) flash cable. This cable is available from KVH
(KVH Part # 32-0728).
a. Connect the DB9 end of the flash cable to your PC.
b. Connect the RJ22 end of the flash cable to the
TracVision antenna's RF port, located on the back of the
switchplate.
Figure 7 RF Port on Back of TracVision Switchplate
RF Port
c. Follow the Flash Update Wizard's onscreen
instructions to flash the RF board.
"Step 3 - Check the RF
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