TracVision M3 Installation Manual
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- Page 1 TracVision M3/M2 Linear Configuration...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
(Fri., 8 am-2 pm, -1 GMT) KVH, TracVision, 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. -
Page 3: Inspect Parts And Get Tools
Inspect Parts and Get Tools Before you begin, follow these steps to make sure Figure 1: TracVision M3/M2 System Components you have everything you need to complete the Antenna installation. IMPORTANT! Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and never by the radome or any portion of the internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1). -
Page 4: Plan The Installation
Plan the Installation Before you begin, consider the following Figure 2: Blockage from Obstruction installation guidelines: • Minimize blockage. The antenna requires a clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV Blocked! (see Figure 2). The fewer obstructions, the better the system will perform. -
Page 5: Prepare The Mounting Site
Prepare the Mounting Site Once you have identified a suitable antenna Figure 4: Antenna Mounting Holes Layout mounting site, according to the guidelines Antenna Base provided on page 4, follow these steps to prepare 15.5" the mounting site for installation. (39.4 cm) a. -
Page 6: Wire The Antenna
Wire the Antenna Follow these steps to connect the antenna cable to Figure 7: Removing the Connector Cover the antenna. a. Using the supplied 3 mm Allen hex key, remove the connector cover from the antenna’s base (see Figure 7). Save the cover and the four M4 cap screws for later use. -
Page 7: Remove The Shipping Restraint
Remove the Shipping Restraint Follow these steps to remove the shipping Figure 11: Removing the Radome restraint, which prevents the internal antenna assembly from moving during shipment. The antenna will not work with this restraint still in place. a. Remove the three #10-32 screws securing the radome to the antenna. -
Page 8: Mount The Antenna
Mount the Antenna Follow these steps to mount the antenna to the Figure 14: “Forward” Arrow mounting surface. a. Align the four holes in the antenna’s baseplate with the four holes in the mounting surface. Ensure the “Forward” arrow inside the baseplate points toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see Figure 14). -
Page 9: Wire The Interface Box
Wire the Interface Box Follow these steps to connect the antenna cable Figure 17: Wiring the Interface Box and receiver to the interface box. IMPORTANT! Do not shorten or extend the antenna cable. Antenna Since the cable carries data, power, and communications, the integrity of this cable and its connections is very important. -
Page 10: Connect Power
Connect Power The interface box requires 10-16 VDC power Figure 18: Interface Box Power Wiring input supporting 50 watts (4.2 amps @ 12 VDC). Black Follow these steps to connect power to the Ground interface box. Input Power (10-16 VDC) CAUTION Ferrite Coil... -
Page 11: Mount The Interface Box
Mount the Interface Box Once all cables are connected, follow these steps Figure 19: Interface Box Mounting to install the interface box inside the vessel. a. Attach the two mounting brackets to the sides of the unit using three #2-56 screws. Simply screw these fasteners into the vent 1⁄4"... -
Page 12: Turn On The System
Using the buttons on the interface box front SYSTEM NEEDS SETUP panel (see Figure 22), follow the steps in the next sections to set up the TracVision system for the customer’s location and desired satellites. Figure 22: Interface Box Buttons... -
Page 13: Enter Your Latitude & Longitude
Enter Your Latitude & Longitude Follow these steps and refer to the flowchart in Figure 23: Latitude/Longitude Setting Figure 23 to enter your vessel’s latitude and longitude into the system. The antenna will use ASTRA1 Press any button to begin. SYSTEM NEEDS SETUP this position information to calculate the proper LNB skew setting for your position and speed up... -
Page 14: Select Satellites
ACCEPT. NOTE: The display might show additional satellites INSTALLED SATELLITES Your chosen satellites are displayed. not listed above. However, the TracVision system HOTBIRD, THOR supports only those satellites specified above. LAT/LONG: 55N, 012E Your latitude & longitude b. Repeat Step a to choose the remaining are displayed. -
Page 15: Set The Lnb Skew Angle
Tighten the wing screws to secure the LNB in place. h. Reinstall the antenna’s radome. The radome’s “TracVision” labels should face fore and aft (see Figure 28). While pressing the radome down onto the base, secure the radome to the base using the three #10-32 screws you removed earlier. -
Page 16: Educate The Customer
Refer to the User’s Guide for details. • (TracVision M2 only) The TracVision M2 is designed for use while at anchor only. It will acquire and track the satellite while the vessel is moored, either at dock or at anchor, but not while underway. - Page 17 Phone: +1 401 847-3327 Fax: +1 401 849-0045 Phone: +45 45 160 180 Fax: +45 45 160 181 E-mail: info@kvh.com Internet: www.kvh.com E-mail: info@kvh.dk Internet: www.kvh.com © Copyright 2008 KVH Industries Inc. KVH, TracVision, and TracPhone are registered trademarks of KVH Industries Inc.
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