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  • Page 1 TracVision M5/M7 Control Panel Configuration...
  • Page 2 MultiSat Control Panel Configuration User’s Guide This user’s guide provides all of the basic information you need to operate, set up, and troubleshoot the TracVision M5/M7 satellite TV antenna system. For detailed installation information, please refer to the TracVision M5/M7 Installation Guide.
  • Page 3 TracVision and KVH are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. The unique light-colored dome with dark contrasting base is a registered trademark of KVH Industries, Inc. DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) is a registered trademark of the DVB Project. DIRECTV is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TracVision M5/7 User’s Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Using this Manual ................3 System Overview................6 Circular and Linear Versions..............9 Operation Receiving Satellite TV Signals ............13 Turning the System On/Off ..............14 Changing Channels and Switching Between Satellites (Linear Version Only)................15 Changing Channels and Switching Between Satellites (Circular Version Only) ..............18...
  • Page 5 Connect a PC to the Main Flash Port..........79 Programming Your User-defined Satellite(s) ........81 TracVision M5 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for One or Two Receivers ....89 TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers (Circular Version Only) ..............90 TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for One DIRECTV HD Receiver (Circular Version Only) ..............91...
  • Page 6 TracVision M5/7 User’s Guide Table of Contents TracVision M7 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for One or Two Receivers ....95 TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers (Circular Version Only) ..............96 TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers (Linear Quad-output Version Only)...........97...

  • Page 7: Using This Manual

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction This chapter provides a basic overview of this manual and your TracVision system. Contents Using this Manual.............. 3 System Overview............... 6 Circular and Linear Versions..........9...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Chapter 1 - Introduction Using this Manual This manual provides complete operation, setup, and troubleshooting information for your TracVision system, as well as wiring diagrams for various TracVision M5/M7 configurations. Who Should Use This Manual The user should refer to the “Operation” chapter to learn how to operate the system.
  • Page 9 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Text Example Description Text in brackets or the pound sign (#) <Sat Name> indicates a variable portion of the MCP display Bold text in capital letters indicates a...
  • Page 10 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction Related Documentation In addition to this User’s Guide, the following documents are provided with your TracVision system: Document Description Installation Guide Complete product installation instructions Product Registration Form Details on registering the product...

  • Page 11: System Overview

    Your TracVision system is a state-of-the-art, actively stabilized antenna system that delivers live satellite TV to your vessel’s audio/ video entertainment system. A basic system is illustrated below. TracVision M5 receiver wiring diagrams are provided in “Appendix D” on page 87. TracVision M7 receiver wiring diagrams are provided in “Appendix E”...
  • Page 12 LCD and three buttons. The MCP serves as the vessel’s junction box, allowing the system to use vessel power and supply and receive data to/from the TracVision M5/M7. The MCP also allows tracking of up to three satellites and is compatible with DIRECTV HD equipment and service.
  • Page 13 - even while you’re on the move! TriSat Capability Your TracVision M5/M7 is capable of tracking three selected satellites, as long as the antenna is located within the selected satellites’ coverage area. During installation, your TracVision system should have been set up to track your desired satellites, allowing you to switch between your selected satellites quickly and easily.

  • Page 14: Circular And Linear Versions

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction Circular and Linear Versions Your TracVision system is configured for either circularly polarized satellite signals (North America) or linearly polarized satellite signals (Europe or Latin America). Figure 1-3 illustrates the difference between these two polarizations.
  • Page 15 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction The correct skew setting varies depending on your geographic location, since the orientation of your antenna to the satellite changes as you move. For example, as shown in Figure 1-5, if your antenna is...

  • Page 16: Operation

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation 2. Operation This chapter explains everything you need to know to operate the TracVision system. Contents Receiving Satellite TV Signals ......... 13 Turning the System On/Off ..........14 Changing Channels and Switching Between Satellites (Linear Version Only)........

  • Page 17: Receiving Satellite Tv Signals

    Equator In addition, since TV satellites are located above the equator, the TracVision antenna must have a clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV signals. Anything that stands between the antenna and the satellite can block the signal, resulting in lost reception. Common causes of blockage include boat masts, trees, buildings, and bridges.

  • Page 18: Turning The System On/Off

    Turning the System On/Off Since power to the system is controlled by the switchplate, you can turn the TracVision system on or off using the switchplate. Turning On the System Follow the steps below to turn on your TracVision system.

  • Page 19: Changing Channels And Switching Between Satellites (Linear Version Only)

    Since some channels might be located on another satellite, changing channels might require switching to another selected satellite. During installation, your TracVision M5/M7 system should have been set up to track the satellite(s) of your choice and the channel guides for your selected satellite service should have been downloaded.
  • Page 20 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Automatic TriSat Mode In Automatic TriSat Mode, the antenna automatically switches between satellites within the selected TriSat group as the user changes channels on the receiver’s remote control. NOTE: If you use the MCP to manually switch satellites, automatic satellite switching is disabled until the system is turned off, then turned back on.
  • Page 21 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Manual Trisat Mode When the TracVision M5/M7 system is set to Manual TriSat Mode, a TriSat group is selected, allowing you to switch between the satellites within the group with a single button press.

  • Page 22: (Circular Version Only)

    Your TracVision system is set up to track up to three satellites, stored in memory as Satellite A, Satellite B, and Satellite C. If you are a DIRECTV HD subscriber, see “Automatic TriSat Mode”...
  • Page 23 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Automatic TriSat Mode In Automatic TriSat Mode (see Figure 2-8 on page 19), the antenna automatically switches between a pair of DIRECTV satellites as the user changes channels on the receiver’s remote control. The user sets the MCP to automatically switch between either the DIRECTV 101-110 satellite pair or the DIRECTV 101-119 satellite pair.
  • Page 24 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation DualSat Mode Most TracVision M5/M7 system configurations allow automatic satellite switching in DualSat Mode. When automatic switching is enabled, satellite switching occurs automatically while the user changes channels using the receiver’s remote control. You can also use the MCP to manually switch between your selected pair of satellites with a single button press.

  • Page 25: Directv Hd Subscribers

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation DIRECTV HD Subscribers This section contains operational information and tips specific to DIRECTV HD service. How to Tell If You are On the Wrong Satellite Since the DIRECTV program guide does not indicate which channel is on which satellite, how do you know which satellite is carrying the channel you wish to watch? Different receivers behave differently.

  • Page 26: Product Care

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 2 - Operation Product Care Please consider the following antenna care guidelines for maintaining peak performance: • Periodically wash the exterior of the antenna dome with fresh water and mild detergent. Avoid harsh cleansers and volatile solvents (such as acetone) and do not spray the dome directly with high-pressure water.

  • Page 27: Settings

    3. Settings This chapter explains system settings and how to modify them using the MCP. Contents Changing the Sleep Mode Setting ........25 Changing the Instant On Setting........26 Setting the MCP to Track Different Satellites (Linear Version Only) ............27 Setting the MCP to Track Different Satellites (Circular Version Only) .............

  • Page 28: Changing The Sleep Mode Setting

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Changing the Sleep Mode Setting When the vessel has come to a stop and holds its position for one minute (e.g., at a dock), the antenna unit enters Sleep Mode, which locks the antenna in place to conserve power. As soon as the vessel moves beyond a 1°...

  • Page 29: Changing The Instant On Setting

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Changing the Instant On Setting When Instant On is enabled, the antenna can immediately receive signals if the vessel has not moved since the antenna was last shut off. However, if the system is turned off, and then the vessel moves after last acquiring the satellite via Instant On, the antenna will undergo its standard initialization process once it is turned back on.

  • Page 30: Setting The Mcp To Track Different Satellites (Linear Version Only)

    4. Determine the skew angle (DualSat Mode Only) 5. Adjust the skew angle TIP: Be sure to only install satellites that your TracVision M5/M7 can track in your geographic location. For your convenience, KVH provides links to several websites that offer satellite coverage information. Simply visit our website at www.kvh.com/footprint.
  • Page 31 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Figure 3-3 Linear Satellite Library Satellite Installation Name Location 26.0° E ARABSAT 19.2° E ASTRA1 28.2° E ASTRA2N 28.2° E ASTRA2S 7.0° E EUTEL_W3A 30.0° W HISPASAT 13.0° E HOTBIRD 13.0° E HOTBIRDWB 7.0°...
  • Page 32 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 2 - Update Latitude and Longitude Data Use the flowchart in Figure 3-4 to update your latitude and longitude data. TIP: For your convenience, you can determine your approximate latitude and longitude using the Position Grids provided in “Appendix B”...
  • Page 33 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 3a - Set Up Automatic/Manual TriSat Mode Use the flowchart in Figure 3-5 to set the MCP to track satellites in Automatic/Manual TriSat Mode. TIP: A complete list of TriSat groups and the satellites in each group is...
  • Page 34 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 3b - Set Up DualSat Mode Use the flowchart in Figure 3-6 to set the MCP to track satellites in DualSat Mode. TIP: A complete list of satellites in the linear satellite library is provided in...
  • Page 35 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 4 - Determine the Skew Angle (DualSat Mode Only) Use the flowchart in Figure 3-7 to determine the skew angle for the selected satellite. TIP: Sky Mexico subscribers can also refer to Figure 1-5 on page 10 approximate skew setting for the PAS_9 satellite.
  • Page 36 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 5 - Adjust the Skew Angle Once you have determined the proper skew angle, follow the steps below to adjust the antenna’s LNB skew angle. CAUTION To avoid bodily injury, be sure to turn off the antenna and disconnect power to all wired components.
  • Page 37 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings 4. Loosen the two choke feed wing screws. The location of the wing screws varies according to TracVision model. Refer to Figure 3-9 Figure 3-10. Figure 3-9 TracVision M5 Wing Screws Reflector...
  • Page 38 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings 5a. TracVision M5 Only - Adjust the LNB clockwise or counter-clockwise, until the skew arrow on the LNB points to the skew angle that you determined earlier. If the skew angle is greater than +15° subtract 180 to get the equivalent negative skew angle and set the LNB to that angle instead.
  • Page 39 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings 5b. TracVision M7 Only - Adjust the LNB clockwise or counter-clockwise, until the skew arrow on the LNB points to the skew angle that you determined earlier. IMPORTANT! Be sure to keep the LNB fully inserted into the choke feed to ensure optimum performance.

  • Page 40: Setting The Mcp To Track Different Satellites (Circular Version Only)

    3b. Set up Manual TriSat Mode 3c. Set up DualSat Mode TIP: Be sure to only install satellites that your TracVision M5/M7 can track in your geographic location. For your convenience, KVH provides links to several websites that offer satellite coverage information. Simply visit our website at www.kvh.com/footprint.
  • Page 41 DIRECTV 101, 110, and 119 satellites with a single button press. DualSat Mode Most TracVision M5/M7 system configurations allow automatic satellite switching in DualSat Mode. When automatic switching is enabled, satellite switching occurs automatically while the user changes channels using the receiver’s remote control.
  • Page 42 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Figure 3-14 Circular Satellite Library Satellite Satellite Service Installation Name Location ASIASAT 4 122.2° E ASIASAT* 72.0° W DSS_72 101.0° W DSS_101 DIRECTV 110.0° W DSS_110 119.0° W DSS_119 DIRECTV Latin 95.0° W...
  • Page 43 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 3a - Set Up Automatic TriSat Mode Use the flowchart in Figure 3-15 if you wish to set the MCP to track the DIRECTV 101, 110, and 119 satellites in Automatic TriSat Mode.
  • Page 44 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 3b - Set Up Manual TriSat Mode Use the flowchart in Figure 3-16 if you wish to set the MCP to track the DIRECTV 101, 110, and 119 satellites in Manual TriSat Mode.
  • Page 45 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Step 3c - Set Up DualSat Mode Use the flowchart in Figure 3-17 if you wish to set the MCP to track satellites in DualSat Mode. For a list of satellites in circular satellite...

  • Page 46: Changing Trisat Modes (Circular Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Changing TriSat Modes (Circular Version Only) Use the flowchart in Figure 3-18 if you wish to change which TriSat Mode is used for tracking the DIRECTV 101, 110, and 119 satellites. Figure 3-18 Changing TriSat Modes <Default Display>...

  • Page 47: Updating Latitude And Longitude Data

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Updating Latitude and Longitude Data Use the flowchart in Figure 3-19 to update your latitude and longitude data. TIP: For your convenience, you can determine your approximate latitude and longitude using the Position Grids provided in “Appendix B”...

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Skew Angle

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Adjusting the Skew Angle Once you have determined the proper skew angle, follow the steps below to adjust the antenna’s LNB skew angle. TIP: If you need to determine the skew angle, see “Setting the MCP to...
  • Page 49 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings 4. Loosen the two choke feed wing screws. The location of the wing screws varies according to TracVision model. Refer to Figure 3-21 Figure 3-22. Figure 3-21 TracVision M5 Wing Screws Reflector...
  • Page 50 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings 5a. TracVision M5 Only - Adjust the LNB clockwise or counter-clockwise, until the skew arrow on the LNB points to the skew angle that you determined earlier. If the skew angle is greater than +15° subtract 180 to get the equivalent negative skew angle and set the LNB to that angle instead.
  • Page 51 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings 5b. TracVision M7 Only - Adjust the LNB clockwise or counter-clockwise, until the skew arrow on the LNB points to the skew angle that you determined earlier. IMPORTANT! Be sure to keep the LNB fully inserted into the choke feed to ensure optimum performance.

  • Page 52: Adjusting Display Brightness

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Adjusting Display Brightness The MCP display brightness can be adjusted to suit your preferences. Use the flowchart in Figure 3-25 if you wish to adjust the display brightness, or if you wish to restore the original brightness setting.

  • Page 53: Restarting The Antenna

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 3 - Settings Restarting the Antenna Use the flowchart in Figure 3-26 if you wish to restart the antenna. Figure 3-26 Restarting the Antenna <Default Display> Menu Select Next until “Restart Antenna?” is displayed. Restart Antenna?

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting 4. Troubleshooting This chapter identifies potential basic problems along with their possible causes and solutions. It also explains how to get technical support. Contents Five Simple Checks ............53 Troubleshooting Matrix............ 54 Causes and Remedies for Operational Issues ....

  • Page 55: Five Simple Checks

    Five Simple Checks If you are experiencing a problem receiving satellite TV with your TracVision system, perform the five simple checks below. TIP: You can also try resetting the satellite TV receiver. Turn off and unplug the receiver, wait one minute, then plug it back in and turn it back on.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Matrix

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Matrix The troubleshooting matrix identifies potential operational symptoms and their causes and remedies. “Causes and Remedies for Operational Issues” on page 55 contains detailed information on the causes and remedies listed below.

  • Page 57: Causes And Remedies For Operational Issues

    Causes and Remedies for Operational Issues This section addresses the most common operational issues that can affect the performance of the TracVision M5/M7. If your TracVision system requires service, you can visit any KVH-authorized dealer or distributor for assistance. To find a KVH-authorized dealer near you, visit www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice.
  • Page 58 Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Antenna Powered Off The TracVision antenna must be turned on for the system to operate. If the system is not functioning, check the switchplate’s power switch or the circuit breaker to ensure the antenna is turned on.
  • Page 59 A loose RF connector can reduce signal quality or prevent automatic satellite switching using the receiver’s remote control. Refer to the TracVision M5/M7 Installation Guide for complete system wiring information or visit any KVH-authorized dealer or distributor for assistance. To find a KVH-authorized dealer near you, visit...
  • Page 60 Improper Wiring If the system has been improperly wired, the antenna will not operate correctly. Refer to the TracVision M5/M7 Installation Guide for complete system wiring information or visit any KVH-authorized dealer or distributor for assistance. To find a KVH-authorized dealer near you, visit www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice.

  • Page 61: Technical Support

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Technical Support The TracVision M5/M7 antenna is a sophisticated electronic device; only KVH-authorized technicians have the specialized tools and expertise necessary to diagnose and repair a system fault. Therefore, if you experience any operating problem or require technical assistance, please call or visit your local authorized TracVision dealer or distributor.

  • Page 62: Field Replaceable Units

    Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Field Replaceable Units If you experience any operating problem or require technical assistance, please call or visit your local authorized TracVision dealer or distributor. To find a KVH-authorized dealer near you, visit www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice. Part numbers for field replaceable units (FRUs) that can be serviced in...
  • Page 63 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting Figure 4-4 Field Replaceable Units (continued) LNB - circular dual-output 72-0265 LNB - Galaxy circular 72-0266 dual-output LNB - linear dual-output 72-0267 LNB - linear quad-output 72-0268 (TracVision M7 Only) Feed tube 72-0269 Antenna data cable, 50 ft.

  • Page 64: Manually Controlling The Antenna

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Appendix A Advanced Settings and Functions This appendix contains information on advanced settings and functions. This information should only be utilized by KVH-authorized technicians. Contents Manually Controlling the Antenna ........65 Updating Satellite Frequency Data ........

  • Page 65: Advanced Settings And Functions

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Manually Controlling the Antenna Use the flowchart in Figure A-1 if you wish to control the antenna manually. NOTE: If you are performing this procedure as part of the satellite frequency scan update procedure, be sure to select “NO”...

  • Page 66: Updating Satellite Frequency Data

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Updating Satellite Frequency Data If the antenna is unable to find a satellite, or if you are unable to receive certain channels, the satellite’s frequency data might have changed. The satellite frequency scan feature allows you to update the frequency data of any satellite stored in the system’s library.
  • Page 67 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions 4. Use the flowchart in Figure A-2 to scan the frequency data of the selected satellite. TIP: If you know the satellite configuration data, you can configure the satellite without scanning frequency data (see “Configuring...

  • Page 68: Configuring Satellite Settings

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Configuring Satellite Settings Use the flowchart in Figure A-3 to configure one of the satellites selected for tracking. TIP: Linear satellites use the following polarization/band combinations: vertical high, vertical low, horizontal high, and horizontal low. Circular satellites use the following polarization/band combinations: right and left.

  • Page 69: Displaying Software Version Information

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Displaying Software Version Information Use the flowchart in Figure A-4 if you wish to display software version information. Figure A-4 Displaying Software Version Information <Default Display> Menu Select Next until “Operations Mode?”...

  • Page 70: Displaying The Antenna Serial Number

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Displaying the Antenna Serial Number Use the flowchart in Figure A-5 if you wish to display the antenna serial number. Figure A-5 Displaying Antenna Serial Number <Default Display> Menu Select Next until “Operations...

  • Page 71: Other Advanced Settings

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix A - Advanced Settings and Functions Other Advanced Settings Not all MCP menu options are used in this configuration. The following menu options are not used: • Get System Errors • Get Bit Error Rate •...

  • Page 72: Position Grids

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix B - Position Grids Appendix B Position Grids This appendix contains European and North American position grids for determining your approximate latitude and longitude. Contents European Position Grid ............ 75 North American Position Grid .......... 76...

  • Page 73: European Position Grid

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix B - Position Grids European Position Grid If you wish to determine your approximate latitude and longitude, use the position grid and table in Figure B-1. Figure B-1 Approximate Latitude and Longitude Grid # Latitude Longitude 7°...

  • Page 74: North American Position Grid

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix B - Position Grids North American Position Grid If you wish to determine your approximate latitude and longitude, use the position grid and table in Figure B-2. Figure B-2 Approximate Latitude and Longitude Grid #...

  • Page 75: Programming User-Defined Satellites

    Satellites This appendix explains how to program a user-defined satellite(s) into the antenna, if necessary. The TracVision M5/M7 includes a library of common satellites that you can choose from. However, if the satellite(s) you wish to track is not listed, follow the instructions in this appendix to program your desired satellite(s).

  • Page 76: Connect A Pc To The Main Flash Port

    “Antenna Comms” window. You do not need to flash the antenna to enter commands. 1. Turn Off the TracVision system. 2. Connect one end of the supplied flash adapter cable to the main flash port on the MCP. Connect the other end of the data cable to the serial port on your PC.
  • Page 77 TIP: To view characters on the screen as you type, set up HyperTerminal to echo typed characters. Select “Properties” from the File menu; select “ASCII Setup” at the Settings tab; then select “Echo typed characters locally” at the ASCII Setup window. 4. Turn on the TracVision system.

  • Page 78: Programming Your User-Defined Satellite(S)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Programming User-defined Satellites Programming Your User-defined Satellite(s) To configure a user-defined satellite, you will need to program the following satellite information into the antenna: • Satellite name • Satellite longitudinal position • Transponder information for all applicable combinations of polarization/band: •...
  • Page 79 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Programming User-defined Satellites 3. Type the following SATCONFIG command then press Enter: SATCONFIG,X,A,B,C,D Field Description User-defined satellite stored in antenna library (User1 = User-defined Satellite 1 or User2 = User-defined Satellite 2) Longitude (0-180)
  • Page 80 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Programming User-defined Satellites 6a. (Linear systems only) - Repeat Step 5 for each polarization/band: • Vertical High • Horizontal High • Vertical Low • Horizontal Low 6b. (Circular systems only) - Repeat Step 5 for each polarization/band: •...
  • Page 81 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Programming User-defined Satellites Example - Linear Satellite The following is an example of programming the fictional “YOURSAT 7” as the USER1 user-defined satellite. YOURSAT 7 at 7ºW, DVB decoder, linear polarization Transponder Data...
  • Page 82 TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix C - Programming User-defined Satellites Example - Circular Satellite The following is an example of programming the fictional “YOURSAT 122” as the USER2 user-defined satellite. YOURSAT 122 at 122ºW, DVB decoder, circular polarization Transponder Data...
  • Page 83 This appendix provides receiver wiring diagrams for TracVision M5 configurations. Wiring diagrams vary according to the number and type of receivers installed and the TracVision system configuration (circular or linear). For installation instructions, refer to the TracVision M5/M7 Installation Guide . Contents TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for One or Two Receivers.................

  • Page 84: Tracvision M5 Wiring Diagrams

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix D - TracVision M5 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for One or Two Receivers* Antenna Power Data +12 VDC Switchplate – – – HDTV ANTENNA UNIT RF PORT TONE FUSE POWER IN CONTROL DETECT + / –...

  • Page 85: Tracvision M5 Wiring Diagram For Three Or Four Receivers (Circular Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix D - TracVision M5 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers* (Circular Version Only) Antenna Power Data +12 VDC RHCP LHCP Switchplate +13V +18V – – Multiswitch +12 VDC – HDTV...

  • Page 86: Tracvision M5 Wiring Diagram For One Directv Hd Receiver (Circular Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix D - TracVision M5 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for One DIRECTV HD Receiver* (Circular Version Only) Antenna Power Data +12 VDC Switchplate – – HDTV Converter (02-1431) – HDTV ANTENNA UNIT RF PORT...

  • Page 87: Tracvision M5 Wiring Diagram For Two Or More Directv Hd Receivers (Circular Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix D - TracVision M5 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M5 Wiring Diagram for Two or More DIRECTV HD Receivers* (Circular Version Only) Antenna Power Data +12 VDC Switchplate – – HDTV Converter (02-1431) RHCP LHCP +13V +18V –...
  • Page 88 Appendix E TracVision M7 Wiring Diagrams This appendix provides receiver wiring diagrams for TracVision M7 configurations. Wiring diagrams vary according to the number and type of receivers installed and the TracVision system configuration (circular/ linear and dual/quad-output). For installation instructions, refer to the...

  • Page 89: Tracvision M7 Wiring Diagrams

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix E - TracVision M7 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for One or Two Receivers* Antenna Power Data +12 VDC Switchplate – – – HDTV ANTENNA UNIT RF PORT TONE FUSE POWER IN CONTROL DETECT + / –...

  • Page 90: Tracvision M7 Wiring Diagram For Three Or Four Receivers (Circular Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix E - TracVision M7 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers* (Circular Version Only) Antenna Power Data +12 VDC RHCP LHCP Switchplate +13V +18V – – Multiswitch +12 VDC – HDTV...

  • Page 91: Tracvision M7 Wiring Diagram For Three Or Four Receivers (Linear Quad-Output Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix E - TracVision M7 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers* (Linear Quad-output Version Only) Antenna Power Data +12 VDC Switchplate – – – HDTV ANTENNA UNIT RF PORT TONE FUSE...

  • Page 92: Tracvision M7 Wiring Diagram For One Directv Hd Receiver (Circular Version Only)

    TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide Appendix E - TracVision M7 Wiring Diagrams TracVision M7 Wiring Diagram for One DIRECTV HD Receiver (Circular Version Only) Antenna Power Data +12 VDC Switchplate – – HDTV Converter (02-1431) – HDTV ANTENNA UNIT RF PORT...

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