KVH Industries TracVision M9 Guide

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These instructions explain how to replace the PCB module in a TracVision M9 antenna.
Installation Steps
Tools Required
This procedure requires the following tools:
Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:
1. Remove the Radome, 2
2. Replace the PCB Module, 2
3. Configure the Antenna, 4
4. Reinstall Satellites, 5
• Phillips screwdrivers
•Cuttingpliers
• 7/16" open-end wrench
• PC with latest version of the Flash Update
Wizard installed
• Digital level (or equivalent)
N. America, S. America, Australia:
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Europe, Middle East, Asia:
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Be sure to trim the excess portion of any tie-wraps you install and collect all tie-wrap
trimmings from the antenna to avoid damage when the unit rotates.
IMPORTANT!
PCB Module Replacement Instructions for
TracVision®M9

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Step 1 - Remove the Radome
Follow the steps below to remove the radome.
a. Disconnect power from the TracVision
system and any connected receivers and/or
multiswitch.
b. Remove the eight Phillips screws securing the
radome (see Figure 1). Then remove the
radome and set it aside in a safe place.
Step 2 - Replace the PCB Module
Follow the instructions below to replace the PCB
module.
a. Using cutting pliers, cut and remove the tie-
wrap securing the cables to the back of the
PCB module (see Figure 2).
CAUTION
For your own safety, be sure to disconnect
power from all wired components before
performing this procedure.
Figure 1 Radome Screws
Figure 2 Tie-wrap on PCB Module
#10-32 Screw (x8)
Baseplate
Radome
Tie-wrap

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b. Apply labels to the RF cables connected the
RF PCB (see Figure 3). You will need to
connect each cable to the same connector on
the new unit later.
c. Using a 7/16" open-end wrench, disconnect
the RF cables connected to the RF PCB (see
Figure 3).
d. If your system includes an inverter PCB, use
a screwdriver to loosen the two Phillips
screws securing the inverter PCB to the RF
PCB. You do not need to disconnect any
cables.
e. Disconnect all of the connectors from the
bottom of the PCB module. You will need to
connect each cable to the same connector on
the new unit later. Refer to the connector key
and label the cables as necessary.
f. Using a screwdriver, loosen the four Phillips
screws securing the PCB module to the
antenna frame.
g. Remove the PCB module.
h. Reverse these instructions to install the new
PCB module. Then proceed to “Step 3 -
Configure the Antenna” on page 4.
NOTE: Leave the radome off for now. You will
reinstall the radome later.
Figure 3 RF PCB Connections
Figure 4 PCB Module Screws/Connectors
Inverter
PCB
Screw (x2)
RF PCB
RF
Cables
Connector
Key
Screws (x4)
Connectors

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Step 3 - Configure the Antenna
Follow the steps below to configure the antenna
to use the new PCB module. This procedure
requires a PC with the latest version of the Flash
Update Wizard installed.
NOTE: If you do not have the KVH Flash Update
Wizard installed, you can use Windows®
HyperTerminal instead. Be sure to establish the
following settings: bits per second: 9600, data bits: 8,
parity: none, stop bits: 1, flow control: none.
a. Connect one end of a PC data cable to the
maintenance port on the rear of the MCU (see
Figure 5). Connect the other end to your PC.
NOTE: If your computer does not have a DB9
connector, you can use the following USB-to-RS232
adapters: Belkin part # F5U409 or # F5U109, or
IOGear part # GUC232A.
b. Apply power to the TracVision system.
c. Open the KVH Flash Update Wizard. You
will type the following commands into the
Flash Update Wizard’s “command” box.
d. Type HALT then press Enter.
e. Type DEBUGON then press Enter
f. Type =TVM9 then press Enter.
g. Type ZAP then press Enter to restart the
system.
h. Wait two minutes for system startup.
i. Type HALT then press Enter.
j. Type DEBUGON then press Enter.
k. Type EL,300 then press Enter.
Figure 5 MCU Maintenance Port
Maintenance
Port

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l. Using a digital level, measure and record the
angle of the feed tube, as shown in Figure 6.
m. Type =CALUP,XX.X where xx.x is the
number you recorded in Step l.
n. Type =CALGYRO then press Enter. Wait
two minutes while the azimuth and elevation
gyros calibrate.
o. Type ZAP then press Enter to restart the
system.
p. Reinstall the radome.
Step 4 - Reinstall Satellites
The TracVision M9 system must now be set to
track the satellites of your choice. Follow the
instructions provided in the TracVision M9
User’s Guide to set the system to track your
selected satellites.
The procedure is complete!
Figure 6 Measuring the Feed Tube
Feed Tube