KVH Industries M9 User's Manual
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1. Transponder Data Value Transponder Data Value Horizontal High Right Frequency 11 966 GHz Frequency 12 225 GHz Symbol rate 27500 Symbol rate 20000 FEC code rate 3 4 FEC code rate 5 6 Network ID 2048 dec 0x0800 Network ID 4100 dec 0x1004 Vertical High Left Frequency 11 823 GHz Frequency 12 456 GHz Symbol rate 27500 Symbol rate 20000 FEC code rate 3 4 FEC code rate 5 6 Network ID 2048 dec 0x0800 Network ID 4100 dec 0x1004 Vertical Low Commands you would enter into the antenna via No data listed HyperTerminal or KVH Flash Update Wizard Horizontal Low HALT No data listed DEBUGON SATCONFIG USER1 122 W 3 C DEBUGON SATCONFIG A 98 12225 20000 56 0x1004 R U 3 SATCONFIG A 98 12456 20000 56 0x1004 L U 3 ZAP E Clearing the Calibration Score Appendix If you needed to relocate magnetic materials near the antenna or you relocated the antenna itself follow these steps to clear the calibration score You need to clear the system s stored calibration Figure 52 Clear Compass Cal Menus on MCU data before you can calibrate the internal sensor for a different magnetic environment 1 Press the center MENU button on the MCU to access the onscreen menu see Figure 52 2 At Install Satellite press NEXT until the display shows Operations Mode Then press YES Install Satellite Yes Next Return Until Operations Mode shown 3 At Get Antenna Status press NEXT until the display shows Cont2. installation guidelines Top Vi 0 66 Op view 16 7 mm e Select an MCU mounting location in a dry 1 LLL 3 well ventilated area belowdecks away from n any heat sources or salt spray 9999999099999909 O0OO0o0000000000000 O000000000000000 Be sure the MCU s front panel will be easily 0099999999990009 0000000000000 0 0 accessible to the user The owner will use the 9090099990999909090 MCU s buttons to control the antenna 99009099090929090990909 O0O00000000000000 0000000000000 0 0 e Be sure to leave enough room at the MCU s 909000900902029902900 f 000000000000000 9 18 rear panel for connecting the cables see 0009990099090009 9 9 232mm n E O000000000000000 E Figure 5 for MCU dimensions 9099000092095 520920 e Since the supplied data power cable is 100 ft 30 m long the MCU should be located within 100 ft 30 m of the antenna e The kitpack contains parts for mounting the MCU either to a horizontal surface using Velcro or to a vertical surface using the supplied flush mount bracket Prepare the MCU Mounting Site Flush Mount only NOTE Skip this step if you plan to mount the MCU to a horizontal surface instead m 8 1 205 7 mm a Using the MCU flush mounting template provided at the end of this manual mark and cut out a hole in the mounting surface to accommodate the flush mount bracket see Figure 6 MCU Mounting Holes Layout Figure 6 8 87 b Using
3. Network ID Network ID Horizontal High Horizontal Low Frequency Frequency Symbol rate Symbol rate FEC code FEC code Network ID Network ID E Continued Enter the following commands via Windows HyperTerminal or KVH Flash Update Wizard 1 2 3 pt Type HALT then press Enter Type DEBUGON then press Enter Type the following SATCONFIG command then press Enter Italics indicate a variable field see Figure 50 for definitions SATCONFIG USERA B C D E Type DEBUGON then press Enter Type the following SATCONFIG command then press Enter Italics indicate a variable field see Figure 51 for definitions Figure 50 SATCONFIG Command Fields Field Description A User defined satellite in library 1 User 1 2 User 2 Longitude 0 180 E East or W West Decoding type 2 DSS 3 DVB mlolal w Polarization C circular L linear Figure 51 SATCONFIG Command Fields SATCOMFIG F G H LJ K L M N gt Field Description Repeat Step D5 for each polarization band F User defined satellite in library A User 1 B User 2 e Vertical High e Horizontal High G Satellite table 98 User 1 e Vertical Low e Horizontal Low 99 User 2 OR H Frequency MHz 00000 or Right Left 10700 12750 I Symbol rate kil bol If your selected satellite does not have data et DA second 01000 450
4. press NEXT until the display shows Control Compass Then press YES d At Set Autocal on off press NEXT until the display shows Get Cal Score Then press YES e The display shows the score for the calibration you performed see Figure 29 f If Accuracy BAD CAL Recalibrate the sensor by navigating through an additional circle Repeat until you achieve a suitable accuracy rating g If Mag Environment POOR or BAD Check the area around the antenna for materials that might cause magnetic interference Relocate the materials if possible or relocate the antenna to a more favorable magnetic environment see Step 2 on page 4 for details Then clear the calibration score see Appendix E on page 30 and recalibrate the sensor h Press any button The display returns to the Get Cal score screen i Press RETURN until you exit the menu NOTE The Autocalibration function turns off automatically once the system achieves a good calibration score Figure 28 Running Autocalibration 2 Minutes 1 Minute 30 Seconds 30 Seconds 1 Minute Figure 29 Calibration Score Example Calibration Number Accuracy Rating Magnetic Environment ACC MagEnv Cali CAL lt 1 GOOD 1 Data Field Description Accuracy Degree of accuracy the Rating sensor will provide CAL lt 1 within 1 Magnetic Quality of the antenna s Environment installation site Cali
5. Be sure to properly align the data power cable with the PCB connector before tightening Connecting the cable at an angle may damage the cable s center tines 4 Route the RF cable s through the baseplate s bottom cable access hole Using a 9 16 wrench connect the RF cable s to the cable PCB see Figure 39 If you need to connect only one RF cable connect the cable to the RF1 connector Connect any additional RF cables to the RF2 RF3 and RF4 connectors See Step 4e on page 6 to determine the number of RF cables required TIP If you connect two or more RF cables label both ends of each cable to match the connector This will make it easier to identify the cables later 5 Secure the data power and RF cables to the inside rim of the baseplate using the two cable brackets Secure the brackets in place using the four M4 screws you removed earlier see Figure 40 Figure 37 Cable Brackets on Inside Rim of Baseplate 4 M4 Screw x4 EM I I Figure 38 Data Power Cable Connections MCU LL IL E Antenna F type Connector N type Connector Figure 39 Cable Connections on PCB amp RF4 RF2 Data RF1 RF3 Power Figure 40 Cables Secured by Brackets M4 Screw x4 Continued 6 Attach the supplied cable exit shroud over Figure 41 Cable Exit Shroud Installed Over Cables the cable access hole inside the baseplate using the two M4 screws you removed earlier from the cover plate
6. Phone 1 401 847 3327 Phone 45 45 160 180 E mail techs kvh com E mail support kvh dk Technical Support m If you need technical assistance please contact KVH Technical Support E KVH TracVision and the unique light colored dome with 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 No company shall be liable for errors contained herein 2007 KVH Industries Inc All rights reserved 54 0418 Rev C E Inspect Parts and Get Tools Before you begin follow these steps to make sure you have everything you need to complete the installation a Unpack the box and ensure it contains everything shown on the Kitpack Contents List Save the packaging for future use IMPORTANT Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and never by the radome or any portion of the internal antenna assembly see Figure 1 b Carefully examine all of the supplied parts to ensure nothing was damaged in shipment c Gather all of the tools and materials listed below You will need these items to complete the installation e Flat head and Phillips head screwdrivers e Electric drill and 1 2 13 mm and 29 drill bits e 17mm socket wrench e 9 16 open end wrench Light hammer and center punch e Adhesive tape e Scriber or pencil e Wire strippers e 15 amp qu
7. see Figure 41 Replace the Logo Plate Cable Exit Shroud 1 Attach the supplied blank logo plate using six M4 screws see Figure 42 l M M4S 2 2 Discard the old logo plate or save it in case crew x2 e you need to change the cable routing in the future The baseplate conversion process is complete Complete the remaining system installation steps starting with Step 6 on page 7 Figure 42 Blank Logo Plate No Cable Slots pt Connecting Multiple Receivers IMPORTANT Only antennas equipped with a circular dual LNB or a linear quad LNB can support more than two receivers Antennas equipped with a linear dual LNB support only two receivers Antenna with Circular Dual LNB North American systems only To connect three or more receivers follow these steps to install an active powered multiswitch between the antenna and the receivers NOTE You can purchase an active multiswitch Channel Master model 6314IFD from KVH order part 119 0123 1 Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to the RHCP 13V jack on the multiswitch see Figure 43 2 Connect the RF2 cable from the antenna to the LHCP 18V jack on the multiswitch 3 Connect the receivers to the individual outputs of the multiswitch 4 Terminate any unused multiswitch outputs with 75 ohm DC blocks Channel Master 7184 Radio Shack 15 1259 or equivalent IMPORTANT Besure the multiswit
8. Figure 13 Using six M4 screws attach the logo plate to the baseplate Data RF3 RF1 Power RF2 RF4 Figure 13 Rear Logo Plate Installed KIVIHI M4 Screw x6 RF1 i Cable B UOTE Li D I Mount the Antenna Follow these steps to mount the antenna to the mounting surface a Place the antenna baseplate over the holes drilled in the mounting surface b Make sure the four holes in the baseplate line up with the four holes in the mounting surface Also make sure the connectors face the stern c Ateach of the four baseplate mounting holes place an M10 lock washer and flat washer on an M10 bolt and insert the bolt into the hole from below see Figure 14 IMPORTANT Make sure the mounting screws do not extend further than 0 4 10 mm into the antenna s baseplate Inserting the screws any further will damage the antenna d Tighten all four bolts until the four rubber feet are bottomed against the mounting surface IMPORTANT Do not block the four small drain holes in the bottom of the antenna These drain holes ensure that any moisture within the antenna will be able to escape Figure 14 Mounting the Antenna Side View Antenna Base Mount Surface LL M10 Flat Washer x4 M10 Lock Washer x4 M10 x 50 mm Bolt x4 Remove the Restraints Inside the antenna three heavy duty tie wraps
9. Figure 15 Removing the Radome prevent the antenna assembly from moving during shipment Follow these steps to remove these shipping restraints a Remove the eight 10 32 Phillips head screws securing the radome to the baseplate see Figure 15 Carefully lift the radome straight up until clear of the antenna assembly and set it aside in a safe place 110 32 Screw x8 TIP If you keep the radome topside secure it with a lanyard to prevent it from falling overboard b Unfasten the two tie wraps securing the reflector to the antenna frame see Figure 16 To unfasten the tie wraps release the tab with a flat head screwdriver c Unfasten the tie wrap securing the antenna frame to the sensor bracket see Figure 17 d Save the tie wraps for future use the z customer will need to reinstall them if he she Tie AR Tie wrap needs to relocate or reship the antenna e Reinstall the radome onto the antenna Secure in place with the eight 410 32 screws you removed in Step 7a f Install a protective plastic screw cap supplied in the kitpack over each radome Screw M Sensor Bracket Tie wrap Wire the Receiver s and MCU Follow these steps to connect the antenna to the belowdecks equipment IMPORTANT If you wish to connect three or more receivers to the antenna see Appendix B on page 23 NOTE System wiring diagrams are provided in Appendix F on page 31 a If you are connecti
10. antenna to the Satellite In jack on the second receiver 4 Connect the RF3 cable from the antenna to the Satellite In jack on the third receiver 5 Connect the RF4 cable from the antenna to the Satellite In jack on the fourth receiver IMPORTANT Be sure all receivers are grounded properly Connect a ground wire from the chassis of each receiver to the MCU s DC return This will ensure all system grounds are the same potential c Figure 44 Receiver Wiring Antenna with Linear Quad LNB um TRACVISION Antenna Data Power Receiver 4 f 9 9 S A REAd Qe Soe T LS Gnd To MCU DC Return Receiver 2 ASA IN Gnd To MCU DC Return Primary Receiver Controls satellite selection A G 23 RF1 VN e 1 9 9 coed a Pik a CUNT D s Gnd To MCU DC Return Receiver 3 A o G Z NA E NE Gnd To MCU DC Return Appendix The TracVision M9 antenna can track a variety of DVB compatible and DSS DIRECTV satellites Most popular satellites are programmed in the antenna s library see the tables below North America Europe Standard Circular Dual LNB Required Linear Quad LNB Required Satellite Longitude Name in Library Satellite Name in Library DIRECTV 72 W DSS_72 Astra 1 19 2 E
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12. the vessel s fore and aft centerline and midships e Selecta location that is not too high above the waterline Limit the height above the waterline to less than 1 2 the vessel s length e Do not mount the antenna at the same level as the radar because the radar s energy might overload the antenna Ideally you should mount the antenna 4 ft 1 2 m above and 4 ft 1 2 m away from the radar e Select a location that is at least 4 ft 1 2 m away from any magnetized materials large ferrous masses cranes engines derricks other antennas devices with DC motors electric winches high amperage cables or battery banks The antenna s internal compass sensor performs best in a benign magnetic environment e If you are mounting the antenna on a steel vessel use an aluminum brass plastic or wood platform NOT steel or iron to position the antenna at least 4 ft 1 2 m above and 6 ft 1 8 m away from the steel surface Figure 3 Blockage from Obstruction 15 to 85 AN Look angle Antenna Mast ee A Vessel Platform Platform Figure 4 Antenna Dimensions Side View 38 86 98 7 cm TRAGVISION REA Access Hatch Y 43 2 cm lt 935 988 9 cm 4x 9 50 fe 42 f 4x 013 mm 30 5 cm Bottom View 6 15 2 cm 6 15 2 cm 12 e 30 5 cm Plan the MCU Installation Before you begin consider the following MCU Figure 5 MCU Dimensions
13. 00 for one or more of these transponder categories you can enter the following J FEC code rate 12 23 34 56 67 defaults instead or 78 Transponder Data Default Value K Network ID hexadecimal Ox Frequency 00000 Polarization V vertical H horizontal R right L left Symbol rate 27500 M LNB down conversion frequency FEC code rate Same value as other L low 9750 MHz BADSponeere H high 10600 MHz Network ID 0x0000 G Galaxy 10500 MHz S Sinosat 11300 MHz U USA 11250 MHz Type ZAP then press Enter The antenna restarts Wait two minutes for system startup N Decoding type 2 DSS 3 DVB Follow the steps in Step 11 on page 13 to select your new USER 1 or USER 2 satellite Continued Example Linear Satellite The following is an example of programming a linear user defined satellite USER 1 Satellite Name YOURSAT 123 at 7 W Example Circular Satellite The following is an example of programming a circular user defined satellite USER 1 Satellite Name YOURSAT 456 at 122 W Commands you would enter into the antenna via HyperTerminal or KVH Flash Update Wizard HALT DEBUGON SATCONFIG USER1 7 W 3 L GDEBUGON SATCOMFIG A 98 11966 27500 34 0x0800 H H 3 SATCOMFIG A 98 11823 27500 34 0x0800 V H 3 SATCOMFIG A 98 00000 27500 34 0x0000 V L 3 GSATCONFIG A 98 00000 27500 34 0x0000 H L 3 ZAP
14. ASTRAI DIRECTV 101 W DSS_101 Astra 2N 28 2 E ASTRA2N DIRECTV 110 W DSS_110 Astra 25 28 2 E ASTRA2S DIRECTV 119 W DSS_119 Hispasat 30 0 W HISPASAT EchoStar 61 W ECHO_61 Hotbird 13 0 E HOTBIRD EchoStar 110 W ECHO_110 Hotbird WB 13 0 E HOTBIRDWB EchoStar 119 W ECHO_119 Sirius 5 0 E SIRIUS EchoStar 148 W ECHO_148 Thor 0 8 W THOR ExpressVu 82 W EXPRESSVU Arabsat 26 E ARABSAT ExpressVu 91 W EXPRESSTV Nilesat 7 W NILESAT Turksat 1C 42 E TURKSATIC dm Circular Dual LNB Required dubi ds Ie Satellite Name in Library Mexico Asiasat 4 122 2 E ASIASAT Linear Dual LNB Required Sinosat 1 110 5 E SINOSAT Satellite Name in Library PAS 9 58 W PAS_9 Latin America Galaxy Circular Dual LNB Required Australia amp New Zealand Satellite Name in Library Linear Quad LNB Required Galaxy 3C 95 W GALAXY3CN Satellite Name in Library Optus B1 160 E OPTUS_B1 Optus C1 156 E OPTUS_C1 Special LNB required Call KVH at 1 401 847 3327 User Defined Satellites The satellite library in the TracVision antenna includes two slots for user defined satellites USER 1 and USER 2 You can program one or both of these library slots for any satellite you wish that is not already set up in the library Connect a Laptop to the Antenna To program your user defined satellite s you first need to connect a Windows laptop computer to the TracVision system and start Wi
15. TRAGVISION VH INDUSTRIES TracVision M9 Standard Configuration TracVision M9 Installation Guide Standard Configuration with Master Control Unit MCU These instructions explain how to install the TracVision M9 satellite TV antenna system on a vessel Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the User s Guide Installation Steps 1 Inspect Parts and Get Tools 3 8 Wire the Receiver s and MCU 10 2 Plan the Antenna Installation 4 9 Connect Power 11 3 Plan the MCU Installation 5 10 Mount the MCU 12 4 Prepare the Antenna Site 6 11 Select Satellites 13 5 Wire the Antenna 7 12 Calibrate the Internal Sensor 14 6 Mount the Antenna 8 13 Educate the Customer 16 7 Remove the Restraints 9 Who Should Install the System To ensure a safe and effective installation KVH recommends that a KVH authorized marine technician install the TracVision antenna KVH authorized technicians have the tools and electronics expertise necessary to install the system To find a technician near you visit www kvh com wheretogetservice Antenna LNB Types The installation process differs slightly depending on the type of LNB low noise block that is installed in the antenna circular or linear These differences are noted throughout this manual Appendix C on page 25 notes the type of LNB required for each region and satellite aa North South America Australia Europe Middle Fast Asia
16. bration Number of times the Number sensor was calibrated E Educate the Customer The installation process is complete Figure 30 Example of Satellite Blockage Before you depart the vessel test the system to verify the antenna works properly Then give the Customer Welcome Kit to the customer and explain how to use the system Also be sure the customer understands the following e Keep the radome installed on the antenna at all times The radome protects the antenna s moving parts from wind rain and debris v m 4 A WARNING Mas NN It is dangerous to watch TV while piloting a oe v cn m m P meote vessel The TracVision system is intended as A e a passenger entertainment product only PV PIU e The antenna must have a clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV Common causes of blockage include trees buildings bridges and onboard equipment see Figure 30 e Heavy rain or snow may temporarily interrupt reception Clean the antenna regularly Dirt buildup on the radome can affect reception e The vessel must be located within the selected satellite s coverage area to receive its satellite TV signals To view satellite coverage maps visit ww w kvh com footprint Please register the system with KVH The registration process is quick easy online and ensures the best possibl
17. ch is properly grounded With the multiswitch grounded you do not need to ground the individual receivers IMPORTANT DIRECTV only Multiswitches block a receiver s 22 KHz tone that the antenna needs to switch satellites automatically Therefore the customer will need to manually switch satellites using the buttons on the MCU Appendix Figure 43 Multiswitch Wiring Antenna with Circular Dual LNB Eum TRAGVISION Nba KIviHr Antenna Sia RES Data Power RHCP LHCP 13V 18V DC In Qr B Gnd To MCU DC Return Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN SATELLITE IN Continued Antenna with Linear Quad LNB European systems only Follow these steps to connect three or four receivers directly to the antenna NOTE If you need to connect more than four receivers to the TracVision system install an active multiswitch that generates a 22 KHz tone such as Spaun model 5602NF KVH part 1119 0413 Connect the multiswitch in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 1 Decide which receiver will be the primary receiver The primary receiver will control satellite selection NOTE The additional receivers will be able to select any channel carried on the satellite that is currently selected on the primary receiver 2 Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to the Satellite In jack on the primary receiver see Figure 44 3 Connect the RF2 cable from the
18. e 19 for supplemental instructions a Route the data power and RF cables belowdecks through the cable access hole Leave an adequate service loop approximately 8 20 cm of slack in the cables for easy serviceability Later you will connect the data power cable to the MCU and the RF cable s to the receiver s b Position the antenna in place over the mounting holes with the baseplate s connectors see Figure 10 facing the stern c Connect the data power cable to the antenna see Figure 11 and Figure 12 hand tighten Figure 10 Antenna Connectors Connectors Figure 11 Data Power Cable Connections MCU LL TIE E Antenna F type Connector N type Connector Figure 12 Antenna Baseplate Cable Connections IMPORTANT Be sure to properly align the data power cable with the antenna s baseplate connector before tightening Connecting the cable at an angle may damage the cable s center tines d Usinga9 16 wrench connect the RF cable s to the antenna If you need to connect only one RF cable connect the cable to the antenna s RF1 connector see Figure 12 Connect any additional RF cables to the RF2 RF3 and RF4 connectors TIP If you connect two or more RF cables label both ends of each cable to match the connector This will make it easier to identify the cables later e Place the rear logo plate over the cables so each cable exits the proper opening see
19. e service from KVH Visit www kvh com register or refer to the Product Registration Form for details Refer to the User s Guide for complete operation instructions and troubleshooting information I Appendices This section provides supplemental instructions for special or advanced configurations It also provides system wiring diagrams and a mounting template for the belowdecks equipment Contents Optional Bottom Cable Entry Kit 19 Connecting Multiple Receivers 23 Satellite Library 25 User Defined Satellites 26 Clearing the Calibration Score 30 mmg NAN p Wiring Diagrams 31 MCU Flush Mounting Template 35 E Optional Bottom Cable Entry Kit Appendix If you wish to route the system cables through the bottom of the antenna s baseplate rather than connect the cables at the side of the baseplate Figure 31 Interior of Antenna Baseplate Antenna Not Shown follow these steps to modify the antenna for bottom cable entry Figure 31 shows the relevant parts of the antenna baseplate refer to this figure Cable Baseplate Hatch throughout the procedure 3 E Remove the Radome and Restraints BEES sion Original Location 1 Perform Steps 7a through 7d on page 9 to For Cable PCB or Cable PCB remove the antenna s radome and shipping I ibeover Plate ar restraints You will need to rotate the antenna E Y assembly by hand to access various parts of the baseplate p IMPORTANT Once you ha
20. eceiver Optional o 2 VE o 9995 RF2 cm ii d 9 99509 H iL ww ce Gnd to MCU DC Return p Continued Wiring Three or Four Receivers Circular only wm Antenna TRAGCVISION KIVIHI MCU 24 VDC rT o mnl Data Power f P O HE RF1 RF2 DE Z 7 gg RHCP LHCP 13V 18V 12 VDC Multiswitch AHD D D Receiver 1 nd to rn m6 3 G f DC Return l t eoo d 7 i9 ceo U SATELLITEIN 4 C om Receiver 2 Receiver 3 gt z G ee 1 d e 9 Receiver 4 gt s G 23 i9 1 WS sarene 4 om E Continued Wiring Three or Four Receivers Linear Quad only Antenna aD TRAGVISION w EV HGEMERCS Eg VA MCU 24 VDC c Data Power m Receiver 1 Primary RF1 z E LH ls Gnd to MCU DC Return Gnd to MCU DC Return Gnd to MCU DC Return RF2 Jg gt ra 9 za RF3 A o 99 G 22 RF4 Gnd to MCU DC Return E uiu Gye 9 L Xv uiu 91 9 H Xr MCU Flush Mounting Template E3 K VIH KVH Industries Inc KVH Europe A S 50 Enterprise Center Middletown RI 02842 5279 U S A Kokkedal Industripark 2B 2980 Kokkedal Denmark Phone 1 401 847 3327 Fax 1 401 849 0045 Phone 45 45 160 180 Fax 45 45 160 181 E mail info kvh dk Internet www kvh
21. ick tripping circuit breaker e RG 6 or RG 11 RF coax cable s with Snap N Seal F connectors for connecting the antenna to the receiver s see Step 4e on page 6 to determine the number and type of cables required e Connector installation tool Augat IT1000 KVH part 19 0242 e Power cable for connecting vessel power to the MCU see Figure 2 e Satellite TV receiver and TV Figure 1 TracVision M9 System Components Antenna Mg Radome P TRADVISION D SIM a 4 Baseplate D Connectors w Logo Plate MCU Master Control Unit Display Buttons Figure 2 Power Cable Guidelines Cable Length Use Cable Gauge 40 ft 12 m 12AWG 4mm 40 70 ft 12 21 m 10AWG 6mm Plan the Antenna Installation Before you begin consider the following antenna installation guidelines Minimize blockage The antenna requires a clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV see Figure 3 The fewer obstructions the better the system will perform e Make sure the mounting surface is wide enough to accommodate the antenna s base see Figure 4 Also make sure it is flat level strong enough to support the antenna s weight 85 Ibs 38 6 kg and rigid enough to withstand vibration e Besure to preserve enough free space outside the access hatch to allow a technician to remove the hatch and perform maintenance e Select a location that is as close as possible to the intersection of
22. le Ferrite Coil Figure 21 Power Plug mo 4 EL dime d EEEE EE or A Terminal Screw x2 Retaining Screw x2 Ground Power Figure 22 MCU Power Connection MCU Ground Wire E Mount the MCU In Step 3 you identified a suitable MCU mounting location Now follow these steps to mount the MCU using one of the following options Option 1 Velcro mount to a horizontal surface Option 2 Flush mount to a vertical surface Option 1 Velcro Mount a Clean the bottom of the MCU and the mounting surface using a mild detergent b Peelthe backing from the four supplied Velcro fabric squares and stick them to the bottom corners of the MCU see Figure 23 c Position the four Velcro hook disks onto the mounting surface Drill screw holes for the disks and secure in place with 4 24 screws d Press the MCU firmly into place so the fabric s loop material engages the hook disks Option 2 Flush Mount a Atthe two holes in the bottom of the MCU place a 6 flat washer on a 6 32 screw and insert the screw from below see Figure 24 Do not tighten the screws yet b Slide the flush mount bracket backward onto the MCU until the two notches in the bracket engage the screws at the bottom of the MCU c Tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the MCU d InStep 3 on page 5 you cut out the mounting hole in the mounting surface Insert the MCU and bracket assembly into thi
23. m the small cover plate and gasket inside the antenna baseplate Remove the small cover plate and gasket see Figure 35 2 Peeloff the paper backing from the rubber seal and carefully attach the rubber seal to the underside of the baseplate ensuring a good seal around the rim of the bottom cable access hole see Figure 36 jm Figure 34 Large Cover Plate and Gasket t P i P 314 40 Screw x5 L Large Cover Plate and Gasket Figure 35 Small Cover Plate and Gasket Small Cover Plate Antenna Assembly s and Gasket M4 Screw x2 Figure 36 Rubber Seal on Underside of Baseplate Rubber Seal gt Note You will route these cables later in the process amp Continued Route and Secure the Cables 1 Remove the four M4 screws securing the cable brackets to the inside rim of the baseplate see Figure 37 Remove and save the cable brackets 2 Routethe data power F type connector end and RF cables belowdecks through the cable access hole Leave an adequate service loop approximately 8 20 cm of slack in the cables for easy serviceability Later you will connect the data power cable to the MCU and the RF cable s to the receiver s 3 Route the N type connector end of the data power cable see Figure 38 through the baseplate s bottom cable access hole Connect the data power cable to the center connector on the cable PCB see Figure 39 IMPORTANT
24. na Mounting Holes Layout Baseplate Footprint et 91 2 813 mm Mounting Hole x4 917 9432 mm Figure 8 Number of RF Coax Cables Required Connecting to RF Cables System with Dual LNB receiver 1 2 or more receivers 2 System with Quad LNB Europe Only If you wish to route the cables through the bottom of the antenna s baseplate rather than connecting at the side you will need to modify the antenna s baseplate See Appendix A on page 19 for details 1 receiver 1 2 receivers 2 3 receivers 3 4 or more receivers 4 e Drill the cable access hole in the location you marked in Step 4d Be sure to size the hole appropriately to accommodate the data power cable and all required RF cables see Figure 8 and Figure 9 to determine the number and type of RF cables required Smooth the edges of the hole to protect the cables Multiswitch required for 3 or more receivers Multiswitch required for 5 or more receivers See Appendix B on page 23 for details Figure 9 RF Cable Guidelines Cable Length Use Cable Type 75 ft 23 m RG 6 gt 75 ft 23 m RG 11 Wire the Antenna Follow these steps to connect the data power and RF cables to the antenna IMPORTANT If you wish to route the cables through the bottom of the antenna s baseplate rather than connecting at the side see Appendix A on pag
25. ndows HyperTerminal TIP If you are a KVH authorized technician you can use the KVH Flash Update Wizard instead of HyperTerminal Enter commands in the wizard s Antenna Comms window You do not need to flash the antenna to enter commands 1 Turn off the TracVision antenna 2 Using a straight PC serial data cable connect your laptop to the DB9 Maintenance port on the back of the MCU see Figure 46 NOTE If your computer does not have a DB9 serial COM port you can use the USB to RS232 adapter manufactured by IOGear IOGear part number GUC2324A or Belkin Belkin part number F5U109 3 Open Windows HyperTerminal and establish the following settings for your COM port see Figure 47 e Bits per second 9600 e Data bits 8 e Parity None e Stop bits 1 Flow control None 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 jt Appendix Figure 45 Technician Programming the Antenna Maintenance Port Ew Figure 47 HyperTerminal Settings CUM Pi pet Lies Pal Sdn Etaper scesi 500 v Dete 245 W Fats Mere Supode 1 v Row corto TT 7 Kec ae dere Continued 4 Apply power to the TracVision antenna Data should soon be scrolling in your HyperTerminal window see Figu
26. ne satellite select None instead g At Restart Antenna press YES Wait two minutes while the antenna restarts Restart antenna h Linear systems only Set up the receiver s Yes gt Ne for the same satellites and in the same order that you set them up in the antenna Antenna Receiver DiSEqC Sat A Alternative 1 or A DiSEqC 1 Sat B Alternative 2 or B DiSEqC 2 E Calibrate the Internal Sensor The antenna s internal compass sensor is Figure 27 Turning On Autocalibration at the MCU calibrated at the factory for a perfect world environment However hard and soft iron effects on your vessel can distort the magnetic field around the antenna causing errors in the sensor s reported heading To compensate for these magnetic distortions follow these steps to calibrate the internal sensor La Install Satellite Yes CNext gt Return Until Operations Mode shown Turn On Autocalibration Follow these steps to turn on the system s Autocalibration function The Autocalibration Operations Mode function will allow the sensor to calibrate itself Kise Next Retire automatically a Press the center MENU button on the MCU St An onna eld es Next Return to access the onscreen menu see Figure 27 Until Control Compass shown b At Install Satellite press NEXT until the display shows Operations Mode Then Control compass pay P CXes gt Next Ret
27. ng two receivers to the TracVision system decide which receiver will be the primary receiver The primary receiver controls satellite selection NOTE The secondary receiver will only be able to select a channel carried on the satellite that is currently selected on the primary receiver b Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to the Satellite In jack on the primary receiver see Figure 18 c If you are connecting two receivers connect the RF2 cable from the antenna to the Satellite In jack on the secondary receiver IMPORTANT Be sure all receivers are grounded properly Connect a ground wire from the chassis of each receiver to the MCU s DC return This will ensure all system grounds are the same potential d Connect the receiver s to the customer s television s Follow the instructions in the receiver s manual e Connect the data power cable from the antenna to the Output to Antenna jack on the MCU see Figure 19 Do not overtighten the connection finger tight is sufficient p Figure 18 Receiver Wiring 23 TRAGVISION ea KIVIET Antenna Data Power Secondary Receiver Optional A e 9 8 SATELLITE IN r id Gnd To MCU DC Return Primary Receiver controls satellite diii A 5 ig O e 960 E f sn N 1 bis Gnd To MCU DC Return Figure 19 MCU Rear Panel Follow these steps to c
28. onnect power to the MCU The MCU supplies power to the antenna a Before you begin disconnect vessel power CAUTION A For your own safety disconnect vessel power and make sure the circuit is dead before you connect any power wires b Connect a power cable to 24 VDC 2 5 amps vessel power for cable specifications see Figure 2 on page 3 Power supplied to the antenna MUST NOT fall below 18 VDC or exceed 30 VDC NOTE If a 24 VDC power supply is not available install an AC DC converter that supplies 24 VDC KVH part 19 0488 or equivalent c KVH recommends you install a 15 amp circuit breaker between power and the MCU The MCU does not have an on off switch d Install the ferrite coil supplied in the kitpack onto your vessel power cable to help reduce conducted emissions Make two loops in the cable and clamp the coil around the loops see Figure 20 This ferrite coil must be installed to comply with the CE standard e Find the plastic power plug supplied in the kitpack see Figure 21 Insert your vessel power wires into the plug s power and ground terminals Tighten the plug s terminal screws to secure the wires in place f Plug the power connector plug into the Power In jack on the MCU Secure in place with the two retaining screws g Connect the MCU ground wire see Figure 22 to a suitable ground point Connect Power Figure 20 Ferrite Coil Clamped onto Power Cab
29. re 48 If no data appears check your connections and make sure you re using the correct COM port 5 Follow the steps in the next section to program the antenna via the HyperTerminal window Program Your User Defined Satellites To configure a user defined satellite you will need to program into the antenna the following information about the satellite see Figure 49 e Satellite name e Satellite longitudinal position e Transponder information for all combinations of polarization and band e vertical high e vertical low e horizontal high e horizontal low OR e right e left e Frequency e Symbol rate e FEC code rate e Network ID e Decoder type NOTE You can find this satellite information on the web at www lyngsat com or www satcodx com neither website is affiliated with KVH Figure 48 Antenna Data Scrolling in Window llyperTarminal SATINSTALL 55 7 57 SAVANTO 7 8 12400 20009 67 CXOOCD R 0 i F 2 1248 20093 67 0x0005 F 0 7 3 125380 200701 67 6 90nnn 1 n i 7 2 1259C 50093 67 Cx9000 1L 0 2 PF 12596 56608 74 0x 1004 7 1 RF 7 E 122 C 20093 79 CX 1004 f U BFi E 1253C 30025 67 C12003 1 0 2b 7 6 1295970 200229 6 CX 0002 1 0 2 3AF First lock Figure 49 Identifying a Linear Satellite Name Longitude Decoder type Vertical High Vertical Low Frequency Frequency Symbol rate Symbol rate FEC code FEC code
30. rol Compass Then press YES Operations Mode Yes Next Return 4 At Set Autocal on off press NEXT until the display shows Clear Cal Score Then press YES Get Antenna Status Yes Next gt Return Until Control Compass shown 5 Waita few seconds while the Autocalibration function resets Control Compass Next Return 6 When the display shows Cal Score Cleared turn off the TracVision system lt 7 Wait 10 seconds then turn on the TracVision Set Autocal on off SPIRI Yes Next Return You can now calibrate the sensor for the new magnetic environment See Calibrate the Internal Sensor on page 14 for calibration ar ee M _ instructions Cal Score Cleared Until Clear Cal Score shown jt Wiring Diagrams This appendix provides system wiring diagrams for the following receiver configurations One or two receivers Three or more receivers circular Three or more receivers linear quad IMPORTANT The wiring diagrams on the following pages are intended as a quick reference only Be sure to follow the complete wiring instructions provided earlier in this manual Appendix ET Continued Wiring One or Two Receivers pm Antenna TRAGVIS ON nias 24 VDC Data Power E ow RF PORT RF1 1 e 596 d 9 fai died E _ This receiver controls Gnd to MCU E satellite selection DC Return Secondary R
31. s mounting hole and secure in place with four 8 screws and washers see Figure 25 e Figure 23 Velcro Mounting Fabric Strip x4 a gt Hook Disk x4 4 24 Screw x4 Figure 24 Flush Mount Bracket L 6 32 x 1 2 Screw and Washer x2 Figure 25 Flush Mounting the MCU to a Vertical Surface a 8 Screws and Washers x4 Select Satellites Follow these steps to turn on the system and set it Figure 26 Satellite Selection Menus on MCU up for the desired pair of satellites a Ensure the antenna has a clear unobstructed view of the sky b Apply power to the receiver s TV s and MCU Wait two minutes for system startup Press the center MENU button on the MCU SEU ere DER to access the onscreen menu see Figure 26 Yes Next Return B d At Install Satellite press YES e At Install A SAT NAME gt press NEXT Install A SAT NAME until the display shows the first primary Yes ext Cancel satellite you want to select Then press YES See Appendix C on page 25 for a list of Press NEXT until desired satellite shown x Install B SAT NAME available satellites Peto NOTE If you don t find the satellite you want Press NEXT Until desired satellite shown you can set up a user defined satellite USER 1 or a USER 2 See Appendix D on page 26 f Repeat Step 11e to select the second satellite If you want to set up the antenna to track just UTE nd o
32. the same template mark the locations for the four MCU mounting holes c Using a 29 drill bit drill a 0 136 3 45 mm hole at the four mounting hole locations Later you will mount the MCU using four 8 Screws 63 is 9 136 23 45 mm 16 mm Mounting Hole x4 Prepare the Antenna Site Once you have identified a suitable antenna mounting site according to the guidelines provided in Step 2 follow these steps to drill the mounting holes and cable access hole to prepare the site for installation a Unfold the antenna mounting template supplied in the Customer Welcome Kit and place it onto the mounting surface Make sure the FWD forward arrow points toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel s centerline see Figure 7 NOTE You don t need to mount the antenna exactly on the vessel s centerline but the antenna s forward arrow must be parallel to it b Usethe template to mark the locations for the four mounting holes on the mounting surface c Drilla 1 2 13 mm hole at the four mounting hole locations you marked in Step 4b Later you will insert four M10 bolts from below to secure the antenna to the mounting surface d Mark a location for the cable access hole either in the center of the antenna mounting hole pattern or in an area aft of the antenna Later you will route the data power and RF cables through this hole and into the vessel IMPORTANT Figure 7 Anten
33. urn press YES c At Get Antenna Status press NEXT until the display shows Control Compass Then Set Autocal on off press YES CXes gt Next Return d At Set Autocal on off press YES Autocal is OFF e At Autocal is OFF press ON On D Return Off f At Autocal is ON press RETURN Autocal is ON Run the Autocalibration Function Follow these steps to steer the vessel through a complete circle to ensure the Autocalibration function effectively calibrates the sensor NOTE If the antenna is installed on a large vessel such as a tanker or cargo ship you may omit this step Simply leave the Autocalibration function set to ON a Select a calm day and navigate the vessel to a clear area Excessive pitching and rolling can distort calibration data b Apply power to the TracVision system c Just before you begin note the vessel s heading I Continued d Steer the vessel at a slow steady speed through a complete circle that takes at least two minutes to complete see Figure 28 Use the heading you noted in Step c to confirm when you have completed a full circle Check the Calibration Score Once you have completed the circle follow these steps to check the calibration score a Press the center MENU button on the MCU to access the onscreen menu b At Install Satellite press NEXT until the display shows Operations Mode Then press YES c At Get Antenna Status
34. ve removed the restraints handle the antenna very carefully With the restraints removed the internal antenna assembly rotates freely and if not handled properly can damage the limit switch Relocate the Cable PCB 1 Remove the tie wrap securing the cable PCB printed circuit board wires to the baseplate access hatch see Figure 32 2 Remove the five 4 40 screws washers and nuts securing the cable PCB to the access hatch see Figure 32 3 Attach the cable PCB to the alternate cable PCB bracket see Figure 33 using the five 4 40 screws and washers supplied in the kitpack Apply a small amount of Loctite threadlocker to the screw threads before s if securing 5 T Alternate Location 314 40 Screw x5 Continued Seal the Original Cable PCB Location 1 Peeloff the paper backing from the large cover plate gasket supplied in the kitpack Attach the gasket to the supplied cover plate making sure all holes are aligned Also make sure all of the holes will align with the holes at the original PCB location gasket side facing down 2 Position the large cover plate and gasket gasket side facing down over the original cable PCB location Secure in place with the five 4 40 screws and washers you removed earlier Apply a small amount of Loctite threadlocker to the screw threads before securing see Figure 34 Prepare the Bottom Cable Access Hole 1 Remove the two M4 screws fro
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