KVH Industries TRACVISION SA User manual

KVH Industries, Inc.
A Guide to TracVision SA
• Installation Instructions
• User’s Guide
• Technical Manual

Congratulations!
You have selected one of the most advanced land-mobile satellite
tracking systems available today. KVH®Industries’ TracVision®A
is designed for use with DIRECTV®and the DI H™Network.
This manual provides detailed instructions on the proper
installation, use, and maintenance of your TracVision A system.
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TracVision SA Serial Number
This serial number will be required
for all troubleshooting or service
calls made regarding this product.
KVH Part # 54-0149 B
© 2000, KVH Industries, Inc.

TracVision®and KVH®are registered trademarks of
KVH Industries, Inc.
DIRECTV®is an official trademark of DIRECTV,
a unit of GM Hughes Electronics Corporation.
DISH™Network is an official trademark of
EchoStar Communications Corporation.

Table of Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1.1 Digital Satellite Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1.2 TracVision SA System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1.2.1 TracVision SA Components....................................................1-2
1.2.2 Integrated Receiver Decoder..................................................1-2
1.3 Materials Provided with TracVision SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
1.3.1 Additional Materials Required for TracVision SA Use............1-3
2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2.1 Overview of Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2.1.1 Installation Tools and Materials Required...............................2-1
2.1.2 Kitpack....................................................................................2-2
2.2 Choosing the Best Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.3 Mounting the Antenna Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.4 Connecting the Antenna Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
2.4.1 Connecting the Antenna Data Cable to the IRD ....................2-8
2.4.2 Connecting the Antenna to Vehicle Power...........................2-10
2.4.3 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to the IRD ..........2-11
2.5 Checking Out the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
2.6 Completing the Installation Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
2.7 Configuring TracVision SA for Remote
Satellite Dish Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
4.1 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues . . . . . .4-1
4.1.1 Blown Fuse or No Power........................................................4-2
4.1.2 Satellite Signal Blocked..........................................................4-2
4.1.3 Outside Satellite Coverage Zone ...........................................4-2
4.1.4 Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors.........................................4-2
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4.2 IRD Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
4.2.1 IRD Data Port or Cable/Wiring...............................................4-3
4.2.2 AC Power Fluctuating.............................................................4-3
4.2.3 EchoStar IRD Commissioning Check.....................................4-3
4.2.4 Failed IRD Status Check........................................................4-3
4.2.5 IRD Faulty...............................................................................4-4
4.3 LNB Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
4.4 Computer Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
4.5 Maintenance Port Parser Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.1 Warranty/Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.2 Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.3 Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
5.4 Field Replaceable Unit Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
5.4.1 PCB Removal and Replacement............................................5-5
5.4.2 RF Detector............................................................................5-6
5.4.3 Antenna LNB Replacement....................................................5-6
5.4.4 EchoStar Adapter Replacement.............................................5-8
5.5 Preparation for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
Appendix A System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Appendix B Functional Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1
Appendix C Data Cable Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1
C.1 Wiring TracVision SA to a 15-pin Data Connector . . . . . . . . . . .C-1
C.2 DB9 Data Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2
Appendix D EchoStar IRD Commissioning Procedure . . . . . .D-1
Appendix E Startup Data Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-1
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Appendix F Maintenance Port Parser Commands . . . . . . . . .F-1
F.1 System Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-1
F.2 Manual Positioning Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-2
F.3 Operational Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3
F.4 Target and Signal Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4
List of Figures
Figure 1-1 TracVision SA System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Figure 1-2 Primary Components of the TracVision SA . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Figure 2-1 Proper Orientation of the Antenna Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Figure 2-2 Forward Shipping Restraint (Arranged for Shipping) . . . . .2-3
Figure 2-3 TracVision SA Shipping Restraints (Top View) . . . . . . . . .2-3
Figure 2-4 Mounting the Unit on a Curved Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Figure 2-5 Baseplate Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Figure 2-6a Connectors Facing Rear of Vehicle –
Factory-drilled Drain Hole Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Figure 2-6b Connectors Facing Front of Vehicle –
Recommended Drain Hole Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Figure 2-7 Forward Shipping Restraint Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
Figure 2-8 Proper Wire-to-Terminal Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
Figure 2-9 Moving the Antenna Reflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Figure 2-10 Cable Port Assignments (Exterior of Baseplate) . . . . . . . .2-7
Figure 2-11 Cable Overlap within the TracVision SA Baseplate . . . . . .2-7
Figure 2-12 Proper Terminal Strip Wiring Arrangement –
Data Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Figure 2-13 DB9 Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Figure 2-14 EchoStar Adapter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Figure 2-15 Proper Wire-to-Terminal Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Figure 2-16 Proper Terminal Strip Wiring Arrangement –
Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Figure 2-17 Wiring TracVision SA to Vehicle Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Figure 2-18 Connecting the RF Cable to TracVision SA . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
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Figure 2-19a-d Attaching the KVH-provided F-connector
to an RF Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Figure 2-20 Remote Dish Wiring Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Figure 5-1 Antenna, PCB, and Rotating Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
Figure 5-2 Close-up of Linear Actuator, Pivot Bracket, and Pin . . . . .5-3
Figure 5-3 Antenna Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4
Figure 5-4 Close-up of RF Detector, PCB, and Cover . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4
Figure 5-5 PCB Connector Locations – Rear View (not to scale) . . . .5-5
Figure 5-6 Attaching the Shipping Restraints to the
Antenna Baseplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
Figure 5-7 Securing the Forward Shipping Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
Figure C-1 DB9 Male and Female Connector Arrangement . . . . . . . .C-2
List of Tables
Table 1-1 TracVision SA Packing List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Table 2-1 Kitpack Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Table 2-3 DSS On-screen Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Table 2-2 TracVision SA Operational Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Table 3-1 TracVision SAAutomated Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Table 4-1 Troubleshooting Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Table 5-1 Field Replaceable Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Table A-1 TracVision SA System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Table C-1 Alternate Wiring Arrangement for TracVision SA
Data Cable to DB15 (15-wire) Connector . . . . . . . . . . .C-1
Table C-2 DB9 Pin Functions and Color Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2
Table F-1 System Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-1
Table F-2 Manual Positioning Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-2
Table F-3 Operational Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3
Table F-4 Target and Signal Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4
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1 Introduction
1.1 Digital Satellite Television
The DIRECTV®and DI H™Network systems transmit digital
audio and video data from land-based transmitters to a satellite
“parked” above the equator. Each satellite relays the signals in
spot beams covering the continental United tates and
contiguous waters. TracVision A automatically identifies, locks
on to and receives signals from the appropriate satellite when
your vehicle is stationary.
1.2 TracVision SA System Overview
A complete satellite TV system includes the TracVision A
connected to an Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD), aka a
“satellite receiver,” and a television set. A desktop or laptop
computer is used to conduct diagnostics. The interrelationship of
units is illustrated in Figure 1-1. ystem specifications and a
functional block diagram are provided in Appendices A and B,
respectively.
1-1
Introduction
54-0149 Rev. B
Low-speed
Data Port
11-16 Volts DC
2.5-3.5 Amps
Satellite Receiver
9-Pin PC
Communications
Port
Co-axial
Cable
Options Purchased Separately
Television
Figure 1-1
TracVision SA System
Configuration
TracVision SA is equipped with a
single-port Low Noise Block (LNB)
that can provide signals to a single
IRD. Should you wish to equip your
vehicle with multiple TVs and IRDs,
a dual-port LNB is available as an
option (KVH Part Number 19-0056).
TracVision SA is a self-acquiring
satellite TV antenna for use when
your vehicle is stationary. The
system is not designed to track the
TV satellite when the vehicle is
moving.

1.2.1 TracVision SA Components
The Antenna Unit includes the antenna positioning mechanism,
signal front end, power supply and control elements. These
include antenna drive controls and mechanisms, the cable wrap
subassembly, power conditioning and regulating circuits, and the
RF detector. The antenna is a parabolic dish mounting a single-
port low noise block (LNB) converter with built-in preamplifier.
A molded AB radome encloses the baseplate and is secured in
place with standard fasteners. Liquid-tight (watertight) fittings
located on the back of the baseplate join the power, signal, and
control cabling from below-decks units.
1.2.2 Integrated Receiver Decoder
The IRD receives satellite signals from the Antenna Unit for
signal decoding, processing and channel selection, and sends the
signals to the TV set for viewing. Messages are sent from the IRD
to the Antenna Unit and messages are received from the Antenna
Unit for display on the television screen. The IRD also provides
the interface for the user to activate authorization for reception.
Please refer to the User’s Manual provided with your selected
IRD for complete operating instructions.
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A Guide to TracVision SA
Figure 1-2
Primary Components of the
TracVision SA
On-screen messages are not
available with a DISH Network IRD.
Radome
Antenna Unit
Mounting Plate
Antenna
Reflector
LNB
Always lift the antenna unit by the
gray baseplate and not the radome,
antenna reflector, or internal
mechanical assemblies. NEVER
pick up the unit by the LNB!

1.3 Materials Provided with
TracVision SA
Table 1-1 lists the units, cables, and materials packed in the
TracVision A package by name and KVH part number.
Component KVH Part No.
Antenna Unit (comprising): 01-0225-02
Baseplate Assembly 02-0952-02
Radome Assembly 02-0953-02
RF Cable (30') 32-0589-30
Power Cable (30') 32-0590-30
Data Cable (30') 32-0591-30
Mounting Plate 20-0668
Kitpack* 72-0094
Installation and Operation Manual 54-0149
* A complete listing of kitpack contents is provided in Section 2.1.2, “Kitpack.”
1.3.1 Additional Materials Required for
TracVision SA Use
To make full use of your new TracVision A and receive satellite
TV on the road, you will need to provide/purchase the
following:
•Television
•Appropriate IRD for your selected satellite
TV service (if using the DI H Network, a
Model 4000 or 5000 IRD will be required)
•ealing materials to weatherproof cable holes and
seal mounting plate
•Optional KVH Echo tar Adapter (for use with the
DI H Network service and IRD)
1-3
Introduction
54-0149 Rev. B
Operation of the DISH Network
requires the purchase of an
EchoStar IRD Adapter. To purchase
an EchoStar Adapter, contact KVH
or your local KVH dealer and ask
for KVH Part Number 02-0899.
Table 1-1
TracVision SA Packing List
Cables for the TracVision SA are
stored beneath the antenna unit
during shipping.

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Installation
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2 Installation
2.1 Overview of Installation
TracVision A is designed for simple installation and setup. Just
follow these easy steps:
1. Choose the antenna location.
2. Mount the antenna unit.
3. Connect the antenna unit cables.
4. Connect the antenna unit to the TV IRD.
5. Connect the TV IRD to the TV.
2.1.1 Installation Tools and Materials Required
•Electric drill
•3⁄16”-drill bit and 1⁄2” hole saw
•1⁄2”-socket wrench
•#2 Phillips and #0 flat tip screwdrivers
•Augat nap ‘n eal Crimp/ trip Tool (Part
Number IT1000) if using the KVH-provided
F-connector
•ilicone sealant or RTV
•Thread locker (as required)
•7⁄16”-open end wrench
•Wire strippers
•Adhesive suitable for specific roof construction
and materials (e.g., butyl rubber adhesive tape or
other liquid adhesive)
•Rivet Gun and 3⁄16”-rivets (or other fastener suitable
for specific roof construction)
•Terminal crimp tool
• Optional PC with terminal emulation software
such as PROCOMM, Windows Terminal, or
Windows 95 Hyperterminal
Plan the entire installation before
proceeding! Take into account
component placement, running
cable distances between units, and
accessibility to the equipment after
installation.
The product serial number may be
found in front of the antenna
reflector on the rotating plate as
well as on the inside front cover of
this manual.
While some DIRECTV IRDs
offer on-screen messages, it is
recommended that a PC be
available for all installations of
both DIRECTV and EchoStar.

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2.1.2 Kitpack
Table 2-1 lists the materials provided in the TracVision A
kitpack.
Part Qty. KVH Part No.
Rocker Switch 1 12-0048
Switch Plate 1 19-0167
RF F-Connector 2 23-0170
Terminal Crimp (female) 5 23-0188-03
1⁄4˝-20 x 5⁄8˝ hex screws 4 14-0250-0010
1⁄4˝ flat washers 4 14-0251
Tie-wraps 5 22-0013
Flash kit cable and adapter 1 02-1029
2.2 Choosing the Best Location
•The ideal antenna site has a clear view of the
horizon/satellite all around.
•Keep the antenna clear of any obstructions on the
roof (e.g., air conditioners).
•Consider the location of the antenna relative to the
location of any equipment or necessary wiring
within the vehicle.
•For best operation, mount the antenna on a
horizontal surface.
2.3 Mounting the Antenna Unit
1. Remove antenna unit from shipping container.
2. Remove and save the 8 pan head screws and
sealing washers that hold radome to baseplate.
Carefully lift radome straight up until clear of
antenna assembly and set aside.
3. Position antenna unit in desired location on the
centerline of the vehicle with baseplate and
mounting plate arrows facing in the same
direction (either forward or backward). The proper
orientation is illustrated in Figure 2-1 on the
following page.
Table 2-1
Kitpack Contents
Always lift the antenna unit by the
gray baseplate, never by the
radome or any portion of the
antenna assembly!
The liquid-tight connectors on
TracVision SA may face either
forward or backward along the
centerline of the vehicle for more
convenient installation.

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4. While the baseplate is in place, mark location(s) on
roof for cable access to permit convenient cable
access to the liquid-tight fittings on the back of the
baseplate.
5. Cut tie-wraps holding antenna unit to the forward
shipping restraint.
6. Remove additional nuts and washers connecting
baseplate and shipping restraints to the mounting
plate. The positions of all three shipping restraints
are pictured in Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-1
Proper Orientation of
the Antenna Unit
Vehicle
Centerline
Figure 2-2
For ard Shipping Restraint
(Arranged for Shipping)
2 tie-wraps used
to secure LNB arm
Forward Shipping Restraint
Forward Shipping Restraint
Nuts and Washers
Do not discard the shipping
restraints, washers, or the nuts.
Save them for future use in case
the antenna unit needs to be
removed and shipped to another
location. Four 1⁄4˝-20 x 5⁄8˝ hex head
screws have been provided in the
kitpack for shipping as the bolts
used to hold the shipping restraint
during initial shipping are integral
parts of the mounting plate.
Rotating Plate
Shipping Restraint
Rotating Plate
Shipping Restraint
Forward Shipping 
Restraint for 
LNB Bracket
Figure 2-3
TracVision SA Shipping Restraints
(Top Vie )

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A Guide to TracVision SA
7. Remove antenna unit from mounting plate.
8. The mounting plate allows the antenna unit to be
mounted on a curved roof. While the perimeter of
the mounting plate is secured to the vehicle with
the appropriate fasteners, two flexible wings allow
the rear mounting bolts to attach to the antenna
baseplate. These may be angled upward to ensure
a secure mounting, as shown in Figure 2-4.
9. Using the mounting plate as a template, drill
twenty-three 3⁄16”-holes through roof of vehicle.
Remove plate and clean roof surface. The
dimensions of the baseplate are shown in
Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-4
Mounting the Unit on a
Curved Surface
Antenna Baseplate bolts to this “wing,”
which can remain horizontal.
Mounting
Plate Wing
Mounting Plate can be tightened down
to conform to a curved surface.
24.0"
28.8"
Figure 2-5
Baseplate Dimensions

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10. Place a strip of black butyl rubber adhesive or
an equivalent over all holes. If using a liquid
construction adhesive, apply bead to mounting
plate in a zig-zag pattern.
11. Reposition mounting plate over tape/adhesive
and attach using 3⁄16”-diameter rivets (or
appropriate fasteners). eal all rivet heads and
edges with silicone.
12. Drill cable access hole(s) in vehicle.
13. When unit is installed with connectors facing the
rear of the vehicle, the factory-drilled drain holes
are located as shown in Figure 2-6a.
Figure 2-6a
Connectors Facing Rear
of Vehicle – Factory-drilled
Drain Hole Locations
Factory-drilled
3/16ý Drain Hole
Positions
Front of
Vehicle
Recommended
3/16ý Drain Hole
Positions
Drain Hole Angle
(relative to baseplate)
Front of
Vehicle
Angle of Hole, relative to front
Angle of Hole, relative to front
Figure 2-6b
Connectors Facing Front
of Vehicle – Recommended
Drain Hole Locations
You MUST drill out the drain holes
as indicated to ensure that any
moisture that enters the baseplate
is able to drain. Ensure that factory-
drilled holes are completely sealed.
13a.(Alternate Drain Hole Locations) If the antenna unit is
installed with the connectors facing the front of the
vehicle, drill out 3⁄16”-drain holes in rear-facing side of
baseplate as illustrated in Figure 2-6b. The existing
factory-drilled drain holes shown in Figure 2-6a must
then be plugged with silicone rubber sealant.

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14. Place antenna unit on mounting plate and secure
using nuts and washers removed in
tep 2.
15. For convenient storage, the forward shipping
restraint may be rotated 180˚ and secured to its
orginal mounting bolts as pictured in Figure 2-7.
16. Proceed to Section 2.4, “Connecting the Antenna
Unit,” to wire the TracVision A system. The
radome will be placed back on the baseplate using
the hardware removed in tep 2 after wiring and
initializing the system.
2.4 Connecting the Antenna Unit
The following sections provide instructions for properly wiring
the Antenna Unit to the IRD and to vehicle power.
Tips for Safe and Successful Wiring within
the TracVision SA Baseplate
•When attaching cables to the TracVision A
terminal connector strips, make sure the insulation
is stripped back approximately 1⁄4˝. Twist the wires
gently to help achieve a good connection. Do not
pinch insulation inside the connector.
•After attaching the power and data cables to the
appropriate terminal connector strips, tug gently
to ensure a firm connection.
•After attaching cables within the TracVision A
baseplate, eliminate any unnecessary slack in the
cables before tightening the liquid-tight fittings.
Figure 2-8
Proper Wire-to-Terminal
Connection
Insulation
Terminal Connector
1/4˝
DO NOT leave an extra length of
cable within the baseplate as a
service loop. All service loops
should be stored within the
vehicle’s cable access.
Forward Shipping Restraint
Installation Nuts and Washers
LNB
Figure 2-7
For ard Shipping
Restraint Storage
DO NOT store the rotating plate
shipping restraints inside the
TracVision SA baseplate.

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•Run the RF signal cable into the baseplate last. It
will help keep the power and data cables clear of
the antenna and LNB.
•After hooking up all of the wiring and removing any
slack, slowly rotate, raise, and lower the antenna
reflector to make certain that the cables are all clear
of any moving elements.
•Check to be certain that the elevation axis actuator
motor shaft (pictured in Section 5, Maintenance,
Figure 5-2) clears all cable connections.
•Completely seal all rooftop cable access holes.
TracVision SA Cable Ports
On one side of the baseplate are four liquid-tight fittings, which
serve the dual purpose of relieving strain on the cables as well as
providing a tight seal around the cable access ports.
When wiring is done properly, the sets of cables will overlap each
other, as illustrated in Figure 2-11.
Figure 2-10
Cable Port Assignments
(Exterior of Baseplate)
Not
Used Power (#4)
RF
(#2) Data (#3)
Figure 2-9
Moving the Antenna Reflector
Data
Power
RF Cable
Figure 2-11
Cable Overlap ithin the
TracVision SA Baseplate

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A Guide to TracVision SA
2.4.1 Connecting the Antenna Data Cable
to the IRD
TracVision A will not function properly unless you connect the
data cable, the procedures for which vary based on your selected
satellite TV service. The end of the data cable fitted with two DB9
connectors remains within the vehicle. This will be hooked up to
the IRD as discussed later. For your reference, the pin
assignments for the data cable DB9 connectors are detailed in
Appendix C. The other end of the data cable will be attached to
the TracVision A as described in the following section.
TracVision SA Data Cable Wiring Process
1. Feed the cable up to the roof and through the third
liquid-tight fitting (#3) from the left as pictured in
Figure 2-10.
2. Refer to Figure 2-12 for the proper arrangement of
data cable wires within the terminal strip.
3. After connecting the data cable to the
TracVision A, hook up the other end to the IRD
as described in the next subsections.
DIRECTV
The data cable for TracVision A is equipped with a male
DB9 (low-speed data port) connector. Connect the DB9 connector
on the data cable to the low-speed data port on the back of the
IRD.
Wiring to an IRD with a DB15 Connector
hould the IRD only be equipped with a DB15 connector, contact
KVH for an adapter or follow the alternate wiring directions
provided in Appendix C.
Figure 2-13
DB9 Connector
Shield
Red
Black
Brown/White
Orange/White
White/Orange
Green/White
White/Blue
Blue/White
Shield
Grnd
+12v DC
Grnd
RTN
PC_RXD
PC_TXD
RTN
IRD_RXD
IRD_TXD
Grnd
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Figure 2-12
Proper Terminal Strip Wiring
Arrangement – Data Cable
All IRDs are susceptible to AC
power fluctuations that can result in
the IRD locking up and requiring a
reset. Refer to Section 4.2, “IRD
Troubleshooting,”for a solution to
this issue.

2-9
Installation
54-0149 Rev. B
DISH Network
Unlike the DIRECTV IRDs, the Echo tar IRD used with
the DI H Network is not equipped with a DB9 connector.
As a result, you will need to purchase an Echo tar Adapter
(KVH Part Number 02-0899).
The rear of the DI H Network IRD has a port labeled “High
peed Data Port.”
1. Remove the protective metal plate to expose the
High peed Data Port. ( ave the screws and plate
in the IRD packing material in case the unit must
be returned for repairs.)
2. Install the KVH Echo tar Adapter as shown in
Figure 2-14. ecure the Adapter to the IRD using
the captive screws in the Adapter.
3. Connect the DB9 connector on the data cable to
the Echo tar Adapter DB9.
Commissioning the IRD
Please refer to the user manual that accompanied your IRD for
instructions on properly commissioning the system.
EchoStar Commissioning Issues
Echo tar IRDs that have not been commissioned within several
months of manufacture require additional steps to complete the
process. Refer to Appendix D for complete details.
Figure 2-14
EchoStar Adapter Installation
High Speed Data Port
ECHOSTAR
®
Adapter
This port is static-sensitive, so
observe the proper precautions.
Before starting, make certain that
the IRD is not plugged into an
AC outlet.