USER MANUAL Travel Vision R6 ® Version 1.1 September 2012...
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The Travel Vision R6 ® is set up in a snap, is very easy to operate and is connected to the system with a single cable. With just a push of a button, the Travel Vision R6 ®...
Choosing a setup location ......................... 6 Positioning the tripod ..........................6 Placing the antenna dish ........................... 7 Electric connection of the Travel Vision R6 ® ................... 8 Searching satellite ............................. 9 Special remarks on searching for satellite ....................12 Removing the control module ........................12 Menu ...............................
Carefully read this user manual before using the device. Scope of use Your Travel Vision R6 ® has been developed to automatically search and find a satellite signal. This device is only intended for use by consumers and outdoors For safe use, please observe the following: Tripod When extending or folding up the tripod, be careful not to pinch your hands between the legs of the tripod.
Control module The control module has 4 functions: Actuate The build-in motors and electronics drive the system in motors and electronics drive the system Control Sends commands to the antenna dish, e.g. satellite choice, parking, etc… commands to the antenna dish, e.g. satellite choice, parking, etc… commands to the antenna dish, e.g.
Placing the antenna dish How to mount the antenna dish on the tripod: How to mount the antenna dish on the tripod: Guide the rotation axle of the antenna dish in antenna dish into the plastic socket of the tripod Then slowly rotate the dish in either direction until the axle Then slowly rotate the dish in either direction until the axle has been fixed in the tripod.
The power inserter is connected to your receiver by means of the short coaxial cable (receiver is not included). The Travel Vision R6 ® operates on 24 volt. The required 24 volt is supplied by the power inserter with 230V power adapter.
On the display of the control module the following will be On the display of the control module the following will be then shown: TRAVEL VISION WAITING FOR PI TRAVEL VISION...
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You will see a blinking ∞ symbol on the right-hand side of the display that indicates the status of the GPS location. As long as it is blinking, the system is searching for the GPS location. When the symbol is continuously displayed, the system has determined its GPS location.
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ASTRA 1 19.2° E SEARCH SATELLITE Once the Travel Vision R6 ® has found the satellite, it proceeds with an internal check followed by the optimization of its alignment in small increments. This procedure will take about 2 minutes. The display will show the following message: ASTRA 1 19.2°...
Special remarks on searching for satellite Special remarks on searching for satellite With a weak GPS signal, it might be possible that With a weak GPS signal, it might be possible that the GPS location cannot be determined the GPS location cannot be determined, in which case the system can be used as normal.
Download the software for your Travel Vision system from the website and store it on a USB flash drive. Insert the USB flash drive in the USB port located on the bottom of the control module (see section 2.1).
NOT FOUND PLEASE CONSULT MANUAL Check whether there are any obstructions. (See section 2.1) Check if the latest Travel Vision R6 ® software version has been installed for any possibly changed satellite frequencies. See www.travel-vision.com or consult your dealer. You are possibly outside the broadcast area of the desired satellite.
Satellite found, but not all channels Check whether your subscription or smart cart is still valid. Error PI Disconnected: ERROR PI DISCONNECTED The control module is unaware of the power inserter. Check all connectors and switch power off and back on. Reinsert the control module. Error during software update: E:ERROR DURING UPGRADE...
Where can I see what my current software version? If the control module is inserted in the system (in a fully connected system), it starts up and displays the text Travel Vision, and then the software version 1.1. ** Page 16...
10.1 Warranty conditions Warranty is only applicable when the Travel Vision system is set up properly and when it is used in accordance with the procedures as described in this user manual. Through strict quality control and high requirements set in regard to the utilized materials, Travel Vision BV guarantees delivery of a sound and functional Travel Vision system.