KVH Industries TracVision UHD7 User manual

Installation Guide
TracVision®UHD7
in 32” (81 cm) Dome
(to match TracVision TV8)

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TracVision Antenna Systems
Addendum
Figure 1: New EX Series 11 Connectors for RG-11
KVH Part No. 23-0917
Figure 2: Align the Cable With the Connector
Align with
the end of
the center
conductor
Align with the
base of the
connector
Align with
the end of
the cable
Figure 3: Cable Strip Lengths
0.312" (7.93 mm)
0.562" (14.3 mm)
0.064" (1.63 mm) dia.
Figure 4: New Compression Tool
PLEASE READ!
Important Addendum to the Installation Guide
New RG-11 Cable Connectors
The Belden Snap N Seal connectors (SNS11AS), used to
terminate RG-11 RF cables as described in your antenna
installation manual, are no longer available. KVH has
validated the PPC Belden-brand EX®series 11 universal
compression cable connectors as a suitable replacement
(see Figure 1).
New RG-11 Compression Tool
Prepare your cables with the tools provided in the RG-11
crimp tool kit (KVH part no. 72-0493) to ensure that the
cables are stripped to the correct length for proper
engagement between the cable and connector (see
Figure 3). Use the Belden CST596711 cable stripper tool
(KVH part no. 19-0719) to prepare your cables, then
compress the connectors with the new VT200 compression
tool (KVH part no. 19-1141-0200) (see Figure 4). When
compression is complete, the center conductor should be
rigid. If the pin can move in or out, cable performance
may be degraded.
54-1338Rev. A
The EX series 11 universal connectors differ slightly
from the Snap N Seal connectors, so it is critical that
you follow the installation instructions
Be sure to adhere to the following steps, in particular:
1. After folding back your cable’s braid, align the
center conductor with the grooves on the new
connector’s body. Then mark the cable where it
aligns with the base of the connector (see Figure 2).
2. Insert the cable into the connector. Then push
firmly, while rotating clockwise, until the
connector reaches the mark you made in step 1.
The center conductor should protrude from the
connector nut.
IMPORTANT!

TracVision UHD7 Installation Guide
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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.
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TracVision® TV8-Matching Dome Configuration
This guide explains how to install the TracVision UHD7 satellite TV antenna system (with the
alternate, 35" (90 cm) dome) on a vessel. Operation instructions are provided in the Help.
Installation Steps
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.
1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools .................... 3
2. Plan the Antenna Installation................. 4
3. Plan the TV-Hub Installation.................. 6
4. Prepare the Antenna Site......................... 7
5. Prepare the RF Cables.............................. 8
6. Removing the Hatch and Radome......... 9
7. Remove the Shipping Restraints.......... 10
8. Wire the Antenna ................................... 11
9. Mount the Antenna................................ 12
10. Mount the TV-Hub................................. 13
11. Wire the TV-Hub.................................... 14
12. Wire the Receivers.................................. 15
13. Connect a NMEA Device ...................... 20
14. Connect Power........................................ 21
15. Turn On the System ............................... 23
16. Access the Web Interface....................... 24
17. Connect to an Onboard Network......... 25
18. Secure the Wi-Fi Connection ................ 26
19. Set Up the System................................... 27
20. Configure SWM Receivers/DVRs ....... 29
21. Run a Check Switch Test....................... 30
22. Educate the Customer............................ 31

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This icon indicates a danger, warning, or caution notice. Be sure to read these carefully to avoid
injury.
WARNING
Risk of Electric Shock
To avoid electric shock, do not open the TV-Hub chassis enclosure. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside.
WARNING
Risk of Electric Shock
If any component of the TracVision system becomes damaged and/or no longer functions normally,
disconnect it from vessel power, secure it from unintended operation, and contact KVH Technical
Support (see “Technical Support” on page 1). All repairs or modifications must be performed by a
trained, KVH-certified technician. If you are a KVH-certified technician, you still must contact KVH
Technical Support prior to conducting any repairs or modifications to the equipment.
WARNING
Risk of Explosion
Do not operate the TV-Hub (or any other electrical device) in an environment where flammable gases,
vapors, or dusts are present. In addition, do not operate the TV-Hub in an environment with a
temperature outside its 5º F to 131º F (-15º C to 55º C) temperature range.
WARNING
Risk of Electric Shock
Failure to ground the TracVision system properly to ship’s ground will cause an unsafe floating
ground condition, risking potentially lethal electric shock. See “Connect Power” on page 21 for details
on the proper grounding of the equipment.
Important Safety Information

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Before you begin, follow these steps to ensure you
have everything needed 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.
b. Carefully examine all of the supplied parts to
ensure nothing was damaged in shipment.
c. Gather the tools and materials listed below.
You will need these items to complete the
installation.
• Flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers
• Electric drill and 1/2" (13 mm) and 1/8"
(3 mm) drill bits
• 3" (80 mm) hole saw
• 7/16" open-end torque wrench set to
20 in.-lbs (2.25 N-m)
• 7/16" open-end torque wrench set to
15 in.-lbs (1.7 N-m)
• Socket wrenches
• Light hammer and center punch
• Adhesive tape and scriber or pencil
• RG-6 or RG-11 RF coax cables, with “F”
connectors, and termination tools (see page 8)
• Silicone sealant or equivalent
• Additional SWM splitters, as required
• Satellite TV receiver(s)/DVR(s) for your
desired service (see Figure 2)
• Multimeter
• Wi-Fi-enabled laptop PC Apple® iOS or
Android™ smartphone/tablet with the
KVH TracVision TV-series/UHD7/RV1/
A9 app, and the latest software and satellite
library downloaded
Always lift the antenna by the baseplate or
the hoist holes in the internal frame, and
never by the radome or any other portion of
the internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1).
Antenna
TV-Hub
Radome
Baseplate
Figure 1: TracVision UHD7 System Components
Figure 2: KVH-Validated Receivers
* List is subject to change. For information on connecting
different receiver models, contact KVH Technical Support.
DIRECTV* DISH Network*
H20
H21
H22
H23
H24
H25
H44
HR21
HR21 Pro
HR22
HR23
HR24
HR34
HR44
HR54
311
211
211k
211z
Wally
Bell TV*
6100
6131
6400
Inspect Parts and Get Tools
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IMPORTANT!

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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.
• Consider the distance between your antenna
and any radar. KVH requires that you do not
mount the antenna on the same level as the
radar because the radar’s energy may
damage the LNB. Most radar transmitters
emit RF energy within an elevation range of
-15º to +15º (see Figure 4). Therefore, mount
the antenna outside of this elevation range
and at least 3 ft (1 m) away from the radar.
Be sure to follow the guidelines below.
Damage caused by an improper installation is
not covered under KVH warranty.
IMPORTANT!
Figure 3: Blockage from Obstruction
Antenna
Vessel Platform
12.5° to 80°
Look Angle
Mast
Blocked!
Figure 4: Distance from Radar
+15°
-15°
Potential RF
Interference Antenna
10 ft (3 m)
Minimum
Radar
Antenna
Antenna
Never place the antenna in the beam path of
the radar, regardless of distance. The radar’s
energy may damage the antenna or impair its
performance.
IMPORTANT!
Plan the Antenna Installation
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• Make sure the mounting surface is wide
enough to accommodate the antenna’s base
(see Figure 5). Also make sure it is flat, level
(within ±1°), strong enough to support the
antenna’s weight (approx. 93.5 lbs, 42.3 kg),
and rigid enough to prevent antenna
vibration.
• Select a location that is as close as possible to
the intersection of the vessel’s fore-and-aft
centerline and midships.
• Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to
the TV-Hub to allow you to connect the 100 ft
(30 m) coax cables between them, while still
maintaining sufficient service loops in the
cables.
NOTE: If you need to use a longer cable, use a RG-11
(75 ) cable that does not exceed 200 ft (60 m) in
length (see “Prepare the RF Cables” on page 8).
Figure 5: Antenna Dimensions
39.33"
(98.9 cm)
35.02"
[90 cm]
6.0"
(15.2 cm)
M10 X 1.5 mm
Threaded Insert (x4)
12.0"
(30.5 cm)
FWD
Continued Plan the Antenna Installation
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Consider the following TV-Hub installation
guidelines.
• Select a mounting location in a dry, well-
ventilated area belowdecks away from any
heat sources or salt spray.
• Do not install the TV-Hub in an area
surrounded by metal or near any electrical
devices that emit RF noise.
• The TV-Hub can be mounted horizontally or
vertically on a flat surface (see Figure 6 and
Figure 7).
• Be sure the TV-Hub LED lights will be visible
to the user.
• Select a location that will provide adequate
clearance for the TV-Hub dimensions (see
Figure 6 and Figure 7).
• Leave enough room behind the rear panel
(horizontal mount) or below the rear panel
(vertical mount) to accommodate connecting
the cables and making service loops within
the proper bend radius for strain-relief.
• If you plan to use the TV-Hub’s Wi-Fi
connections, ensure the TV-Hub mounting
location provides adequate Wi-Fi reception.
• If you plan to connect the TV-Hub to the
vessel’s onboard local area network (LAN),
choose a location near an available Ethernet
port.
NOTE: A template showing the exact locations of the
TV-Hub mounting holes and the dimensions between
them is provided in the Welcome Kit. Installation
details are provided in “Mount the TV-Hub” on
page 13.
1.73"
(4.4 cm)
9.34"
(23.7 cm)
7.90"
(20.0 cm)
LED Lights
3.23"
(8.2 cm)
Figure 6: TV-Hub Dimensions - Horizontal Orientation
Top View
9.34"
(23.7 cm)
11.13"
(28.3 cm)
10.52"
(26.7 cm)
7.90"
(20.0 cm)
LED Lights
Figure 7: TV-Hub Dimensions - Vertical Orientation
Plan the TV-Hub Installation
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Once you have identified a suitable antenna
mounting site, according to the guidelines
provided on page 4, 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 8). Tape in place.
NOTE: You don’t need to mount the antenna exactly
on the vessel’s centerline (the closer, the better), but
the antenna’s forward arrow must be parallel to it.
b. Using a light hammer and center punch,
mark the locations for the four mounting
holes and cable access hole on the mounting
surface in the locations indicated on the
template.
c. Drill a 1/2" (1.3 cm) hole at the four mounting
hole locations you marked in Step b. Later,
you will insert four 3/8"-16 bolts through
these holes from below to secure the antenna
to the mounting surface.
d. Cut out the 2" (5 cm) cable access hole in the
location you marked in Step b. Smooth the
edges of the hole to protect the cables. Later,
you will route the RF cables through this hole
and into the vessel.
e. Clean and dry the antenna mounting surface.
f. Peel off the paper backing from the supplied
foam seal to expose the adhesive. Then press
the foam seal down firmly onto the mounting
surface, ensuring the hole in the foam seal
aligns with the cable access hole in the
mounting surface (see Figure 8).
Figure 8: Antenna Mounting Holes Layout
12.0"
(30.5 cm)
Align Foam Seal
with Ø2" (Ø5 cm)
Cable Access Hole
Ø1/2" (ø1.3 cm)
Mounting Hole (x4)
6.0"
(15.2 cm)
FWD
Ø17" (Ø43.2 cm)
Baseplate Footprint
Prepare the Antenna Site
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Determine the necessary type of RF cables and
connectors you need for any RF cables that are
required in addition to what is supplied in the
antenna kit (see Figure 9 and Figure 17 on
page 11). Then follow the guidelines below to
prepare the cables.
Note: LMR-400-75 is a suitable substitute.
Up to 100 ft (30 m) Cable Run
Cable RG-6
(KVH part no. 32-0417-0100)
Connector Belden SNS1P6
(KVH part no. 23-0170)
Tools Augat IT1000
(KVH part no. 19-0242)
Strip
Lengths
Up to 200 ft (60 m) Cable Run
Cable RG-11
(KVH part no. 32-1272-0200)
Connector Belden SNS11AS
(KVH part no. 23-0213)
Tools Belden CST596711,
L3011B (KVH part no. 72-0493)
Strip
Lengths
0.25" (6.35 mm)
0.5" (12.7 mm)
0.04" (1.02 mm) dia.
0.25" (6.35 mm)
0.5" (12.7 mm)
0.064" (1.63 mm) dia.
Figure 9: RF Cable Requirements
• Do not reuse old RF cables from a
previous antenna installation. The RF1
cable between the TV-Hub and the
antenna carries not only satellite signal,
but power and data as well. Therefore, the
integrity and reliability of this cable is
critically important.
• RF cables must be rated for 75not 50
• Use of any cables not specified in Figure 9
will void the warranty.
• Low-quality, poorly terminated, or
improperly installed RF cables are the
most common cause of system problems.
Terminate all RF cables with high-quality
“F” connectors using the proper
stripping/crimping tools, exactly to the
manufacturer’s specifications.
• When determining cable lengths, be sure
to account for an adequate service loop,
approximately 8" (20 cm) at both ends of
each cable.
IMPORTANT!
Prepare the RF Cables
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