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KVH Industries TracVision R6 Replacement Instructions Manual
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KVH Industries TracVision R6 Replacement Instructions Manual

KVH Industries TracVision R6 Replacement Instructions Manual

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TracVision
R6 PCB Replacement Instructions
®
The following instructions explain how to replace the PCB (printed
circuit board) in a TracVision R6.
Tools Required
• #1 Phillips screwdriver
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 7/16" open-end wrench
• 1/4" nut driver or wrench
For your own safety, be sure to disconnect power from all wired
components before performing this procedure.
NOTE: PCBs are static-sensitive. Ensure you take the necessary grounding
precautions before handling.
54-0399 Rev. B
CAUTION
TracVision R6
PCB Replacement Instructions
1

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Summary of Contents for KVH Industries TracVision R6

  • Page 1 PCB Replacement Instructions TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions ® The following instructions explain how to replace the PCB (printed circuit board) in a TracVision R6. Tools Required • #1 Phillips screwdriver • #2 Phillips screwdriver • 7/16" open-end wrench • 1/4" nut driver or wrench...
  • Page 2 Ensure that the gasket does not roll in any way. Figure 1 Radome Removal b. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the five screws securing the PCB cover. NOTE: Some older TracVision R6 antennas do not include a fan assembly. Figure 2 PCB Cover Screws Fan Assembly...
  • Page 3 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions c. Carefully tilt the PCB cover open, as shown in Figure IMPORTANT! To avoid damage, you must disconnect the fan connector on the PCB before you remove the PCB cover. NOTE: If your TracVision antenna does not include a fan assembly,...
  • Page 4 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions d. Disconnect the fan connector from the PCB. Then set the PCB cover aside in a safe place. IMPORTANT! Be sure to properly align the fan connector tab (see Figure 4) when reconnecting the fan connector later in this procedure.
  • Page 5 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions e. Disconnect the five Molex connectors and the RJ11 connector from the PCB (see Figure TIP: Each Molex connector is a different size. Use the connector sizes to determine the correct locations when reconnecting each Molex connector later in this procedure.

  • Page 6: Step 2 - Configure The System

    TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions Step 2 - Configure the System Before you configure the system to use the new PCB assembly, you must determine whether the system is equipped with an interface box or a KVH mobile receiver; configuration instructions vary according to which component is installed.
  • Page 7 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions Configure the System Using an Interface Box The following instructions explain how to configure the system using an interface box. a. Use the buttons located on the front panel of the interface box to perform the procedure shown in...
  • Page 8 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions b. Verify that the gyro calibration test passes. After calibration, the antenna will restart; wait one minute for the antenna to initialize. Figure 9 Gyro Calibration Screens (Automatic Sequence) CALIBRATING GYRO CALIBRATING GYRO AZ: PASS...
  • Page 9 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions Configure the System Using a KVH Mobile Receiver The following instructions explain how to configure the system using a KVH mobile receiver. This procedure does not require a PC. You will use the receiver remote control buttons to perform this procedure.
  • Page 10 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions c. Using the remote control’s directional pad, highlight the Current Settings button within the menu. Figure 13 Current Settings Button Antenna Wed, Oct 3 10:14 PM Install Antenna Controls Signal Current Settings Modify Settings Info...
  • Page 11 TracVision R6 PCB Replacement Instructions g. Highlight the onscreen OK button, then press the remote control’s SELECT button to calibrate the gyro. Wait three minutes for gyro calibration to complete. Figure 15 Calibrating the Gyro Screen Antenna Wed, Oct 3...