Using Your Tracvision R5/R4; Turning On The System - KVH Industries TracVision R5 Owner's Manual

3 Using Your
TracVision R5/R4
For TracVision R5/R4 to receive the satellite signals, the antenna
must have a clear line of sight to the satellite. If you only receive
intermittent signals or the antenna cannot find the satellite, check
around your vehicle for any objects that could be blocking the
signal, such as trees, buildings, highway overpasses, etc.
Figure 3-1 Example of Satellite Blockage
You must also be located within the selected satellite's coverage
area in order to receive its signal. Refer to your satellite television
service manual to check the viable coverage area. For your
convenience, KVH provides links to several web sites that offer satellite
coverage information. Simply go to our web site at: www.kvh.com/
footprint.
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Turning On the System

The TracVision R5/R4 system is easy to use. Antenna unit
initialization and satellite acquisition are completely automatic.
1. (TracVision R4 only) Park your vehicle.
2. Turn on the receiver and television.
receiver's User Manual for complete receiver
operating instructions.)
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(Refer to your

Using Your TracVision R5/R4

To minimize the time it takes the
antenna to acquire the satellite, do
not change the channel during the
startup process or cable unwrap.
The TracVision R4 is for stationary
use only.
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