TracVision Track Vision M9 User manual

TracVision M9 Installation Guide
TracVision M9
Standard Configuration

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54-0418 Rev. D
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
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.
Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:
1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools .......................3
2. Plan the Antenna Installation ....................4
3. Plan the MCU Installation..........................5
4. Prepare the Antenna Site............................6
5. Wire the Antenna ........................................7
6. Mount the Antenna .....................................8
7. Remove the Restraints ................................9
8. Wire the Receiver(s) and MCU................10
9. Connect Power...........................................12
10. Mount the MCU.........................................13
11. Select Satellites ...........................................14
12. Calibrate the Internal Sensor ...................15
13. Run Two Check Switch Tests ..................17
14. Educate the Customer...............................18
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TracVision®M9 Installation Guide

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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.
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.
• Flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers
• Electric drill and 1/2" (13 mm) and #29
drill bits
•17mmsocketwrench
• 9/16" open-end wrench
• Light hammer and center punch
•Adhesivetape
• Scriber or pencil
• Wire strippers
• 15-amp quick-tripping circuit breaker
• 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)
• Connector installation tool (Augat IT1000
- KVH part #19-0242 for RG-6 cable
installations)
• Power cable for connecting vessel power
to the MCU (see Figure 3)
• Satellite TV receiver(s) and TV(s)
Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and
never by the radome or any portion of the
internal antenna assembly (see Figure 1).
IMPORTANT!
Inspect Parts and Get Tools
Figure 1 TracVision M9 Antenna
Figure 2 Master Control Unit (MCU)
Figure 3 Power Cable Guidelines
Cable Length Use Cable Gauge
< 40 ft (12 m) 12AWG (4mm2)
40-70 ft (12-21 m) 10AWG (6mm2)
Radome
Baseplate
Connectors
(with Logo Plate)
Display
Buttons
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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 4). The fewer obstructions, the
better the system will perform.
• Make sure the mounting surface is wide
enough to accommodate the antenna’s base
(see Figure 5). Also make sure it is flat, level,
strong enough to support the antenna’s
weight (85 lbs, 38.6 kg), and rigid enough to
withstand vibration.
• Be sure to preserve enough free space outside
the access hatch to allow a technician to
remove the hatch and perform maintenance.
• Select a location that is as close as possible to
the intersection of the vessel’s fore-and-aft
centerline and midships.
• Select a location that is not too high above the
waterline. Limit the height above the
waterline to less than 1/2 the vessel’s length.
• 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 the
radar, and outside the beam path of the radar.
• 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.
• 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.
Be sure to follow the guidelines below.
Damage caused by an improper installation is
not covered under KVH warranty.
IMPORTANT!
Plan the Antenna Installation
Figure 4 Blockage from Obstruction
Figure 5 Antenna Dimensions
Mast
Antenna
Vessel Platform
-20° to 85°
Look Angle
Blocked!
FWD
38.86"
(98.7 cm)
4x ø.50"
(4x ø13 mm)
ø35"
(ø88.9 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
6"
(15.2 cm)
6"
(15.2 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
Access Hatch
17"
(43.2 cm)
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Before you begin, consider the following MCU
installation guidelines:
• Select an MCU mounting location in a dry,
well-ventilated area belowdecks away from
any heat sources or salt spray.
• Be sure the MCU’s front panel will be easily
accessible to the user. The owner will use the
MCU’s buttons to control the antenna.
• Be sure to leave enough room at the MCU’s
rear panel for connecting the cables and
maintaining a service loop (see Figure 6 for
MCU dimensions).
• 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. Allow an
adequate service loop, approximately 8"
(20 cm) of slack, at each end of the cable for
easy serviceability.
• 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.
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 7).
b. Using 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.
Plan the MCU Installation
Figure 6 MCU Dimensions
Figure 7 MCU Mounting Holes Layout
2.52"
(64.1 mm)
8.1"
(205.7 mm)
9.18"
(233.2 mm)
0.66"
(16.7 mm)
8.87"
(225 mm)
7.62"
(194 mm)
.63"
(16 mm)
3.08"
(78mm)
1.83"
(46 mm)
.63"
(16 mm)
.136" ( 3.45 mm)
Mounting Hole (x4)
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Once you have identified a suitable antenna
mounting site, according to the guidelines
provided in Step 2 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).
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 (the closer, the better).
b. Use the template to mark the locations for the
four mounting holes on the mounting
surface.
c. Drill a 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.
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 9 and Figure 10 to determine the
number and type of RF cables required).
Smooth the edges of the hole to protect the
cables.
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 23 for details.
IMPORTANT!
Prepare the Antenna Site
Figure 8 Antenna Mounting Holes Layout
Figure 9 Number of RF Cables Required
* Multiswitch required for 3 or more receivers.
** Multiswitch required for 5 or more receivers.
See Appendix B on page 25 for details.
Figure 10 RF Cable Guidelines
Connecting to: # RF Cables
Circular/Linear Sky Mexico Versions
1 receiver 1
2 or more receivers 2*
Linear Quad LNB Version
1 receiver 1
2 receivers 2
3 receivers 3
4 or more receivers 4**
Cable Length Use Cable Type
75 ft (23 m) RG-6
> 75 ft (23 m) RG-11
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Follow these steps to connect the data/power
and RF cables to the antenna.
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 11) facing the stern.
c. Connect the data/power cable to the antenna
(see Figure 12 and Figure 13); hand-tighten.
d. Using a 9/16" 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 13).
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
Figure 14). Using six M4 screws, attach the
logo plate to the baseplate.
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
page 23 for supplemental instructions.
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 lines.
IMPORTANT!
Wire the Antenna
Figure 11 Antenna Connectors
Figure 12 Data/power Cable Connections
Figure 13 Antenna Baseplate Cable Connections
Figure 14 Rear Logo Plate Installed
Connectors
F-type Connector N-type Connector
MCU Antenna
Data/
Power
RF3RF1 RF2 RF4
Data/
Power
RF1
M4 Screw (x6)
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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 and the antenna’s connectors face the
stern.
c. At each 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 15).
d. Tighten all four bolts until the four rubber
feet are bottomed against the mounting
surface.
Be sure to use metric (not standard) bolts to
avoid stripping the inserts. To prevent
damage, do not extend the bolts further than
0.4" (10 mm) into the antenna’s baseplate.
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.
IMPORTANT!
Mount the Antenna
Figure 15 Mounting the Antenna (side view)
M10 x 50 mm Bolt (x4)
AntennaBase
Mount Surface
M10 Flat Washer (x4)
M10 Lock Washer (x4)
10 mm max.
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Inside the antenna, three heavy-duty tie-wraps
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 16). Carefully lift the radome straight
up until clear of the antenna assembly and set
it aside in a safe place.
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 17).
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 18).
d. Save the tie-wraps for future use; the
customer will need to reinstall them if he/she
needs to relocate or reship the antenna.
e. Reinstall the radome onto the antenna. Secure
in place with the eight #10-32 screws you
removed in Step 7a.
f. Install a protective plastic screw cap
(supplied in the kitpack) over each radome
screw.
Remove the Restraints
Figure 16 Removing the Radome
Figure 17 Locations of Shipping Restraints
Figure 18 Close-up of Antenna Frame Shipping Restraint
Antenna
#10-32 Screw (x8)
Radome
Baseplate
Tie-wrap
Tie-wrap
Tie-wrap
Tie-wrap
Sensor
Bracket
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Circular/Sky Mexico Version Only
Follow these steps to connect the MCU and one
or two receivers.
a. 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.
b. Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to
the grounding block, as shown in Figure 19.
Label this grounding block connector “RF1.”
c. If you are connecting two receivers, connect
the RF2 cable from the antenna to the
grounding block, as shown in Figure 19.
Label this grounding block connector “RF2.”
d. Attach the supplied ground wire to either
ground screw on the grounding block.
Connect the other end of the wire to a
suitable vessel AC ground.
e. Using the two supplied #6 screws, mount the
grounding block inside the vessel.
f. Connect an RF cable from the “RF1”
connector on the grounding block to the
“Satellite In” connector on the primary
receiver. The primary receiver controls
satellite selection if the antenna is set up for
automatic switching.
g. If you are connecting two receivers, connect
an RF cable from the “RF2” connector on the
grounding block to the “Satellite In”
connector on the secondary receiver.
h. Connect the receiver(s) to the customer’s
television(s). Follow the instructions in the
receiver’s manual.
If you wish to connect three or more receivers
to the antenna, see Appendix B on page 25.
IMPORTANT!
Wire the Receiver(s) and MCU
Figure 19 Wiring Diagram - Circular/Sky Mexico Version
RF1
MCU
OUTPUT TO
ANTENNA
MAINTENANCE PORT RF PORT
POWER IN
+24 VDC
Vessel Power
Power In
Output to
Antenna
Antenna
RF2
Secondary Receiver
(optional)
SATELLITEIN
S-VIDEO
DIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
R AUDIO VIDEO
USB
ETHERNET
L
Pr Pb Y
Satellite In
SATELLITEIN
S-VIDEO
DIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
R AUDIO VIDEO
USB
ETHERNET
L
Pr Pb Y
Satellite In
Vessel
AC Ground
Grounding
Block
RF1 RF2
RF1 RF2
Data/
Power
Primary Receiver
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Linear Quad Version Only
Follow these steps to connect the MCU and up to
four receivers.
a. Connect the data/power cable from the
antenna to the “Output to Antenna” jack on
the MCU (see Figure 20). Do not overtighten
the connection; finger-tight is sufficient.
b. Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to
the “Satellite In” connector on the primary
receiver. The primary receiver controls
satellite selection if the antenna is set up for
automatic switching.
c. If you are connecting two, three, or four
receivers, connect RF cables to the “Satellite
In” connectors on these receivers.
d. Connect the receiver(s) to the customer’s
television(s). Follow the instructions in the
receiver’s manual.
If you wish to connect three or more receivers
to the antenna, see Appendix B on page 25.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure all receivers are grounded. If the
receiver has a 2-prong power plug, run a
ground wire from the receiver’s chassis to a
suitable ground point. If a potential exists
between AC and DC grounds, connect the
wire to the MCU’s DC return instead.
IMPORTANT!
Continued Wire the Receiver(s) and MCU
Figure 20 Wiring Diagram - Linear Quad Version
MCU
OUTPUT TO
ANTENNA
MAINTENANCE PORT RF PORT
POWER IN
+24 VDC
Vessel Power
Power In
Output to
Antenna
Antenna
Receiver #4
(optional)
SATELLITEIN
S-VIDEO
DIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
R AUDIO VIDEO
USB
ETHERNET
L
Pr Pb Y
Satellite In
Receiver #3
(optional)
SATELLITEIN
S-VIDEO
DIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
R AUDIO VIDEO
USB
ETHERNET
L
Pr Pb Y
Satellite In
Receiver #2
(optional)
Receiver #1
(primary)
SATELLITEIN
S-VIDEO
DIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
R AUDIO VIDEO
USB
ETHERNET
L
Pr Pb Y
Satellite In
SATELLITEIN
S-VIDEO
DIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
R AUDIO VIDEO
USB
ETHERNET
L
Pr Pb Y
Satellite In
Data/
Power
RF3RF4RF1 RF2
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Follow these steps to connect power to the MCU.
The MCU supplies power to the antenna.
a. Before you begin, disconnect vessel power.
b. Connect a power cable to 24 VDC (2.5 amps
continuous) vessel power (for power cable
specifications, see Figure 3 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 (close to the
MCU) to help reduce conducted emissions.
Make two loops in the cable and clamp the
coil around the loops (see Figure 21). This
ferrite coil must be installed to comply with
the CE standard.
e. Find the plastic power plug supplied in the
kitpack (see Figure 22). 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 plastic power plug into the “Power
In” jack on the MCU (see Figure 23). Secure in
place with the two retaining screws.
CAUTION
For your own safety, disconnect vessel power
and make sure the circuit is dead before you
connect any power wires.
Connect Power
Figure 21 Ferrite Coil Clamped onto Power Cable
Figure 22 Power Plug
Figure 23 MCU Power Connection
Ferrite Coil
Terminal
Screw (x2)
Retaining
Screw (x2)
Positive Ground
Power In
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In Step 3 on page 5, 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. Peel the backing from the four supplied
Velcro fabric squares and stick them to the
bottom corners of the MCU (see Figure 24).
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. At the 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 25).
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. In Step 3 on page 5, you cut out the mounting
hole in the mounting surface. Insert the MCU
and bracket assembly into this mounting hole
and secure in place with four #8 screws and
washers (see Figure 26).
Mount the MCU
Figure 24 Velcro Mounting
Figure 25 Flush Mount Bracket
Figure 26 Flush Mounting the MCU to a Vertical Surface
Fabric Strip (x4)
Hook Disk (x4)
#4-24 Screw (x4)
#6-32 x 1/2" Screw
and Washer (x2)
#8Screwsand
Washers(x4)
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Follow these steps to turn on the system and
select satellites for tracking.
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.
c. Press the center MENU button on the MCU to
access the Install Satellite menu (see
Figure 27).
d. At “Install Satellite?”, press YES.
e. Now you need to set the MCU to track the
satellites of your choice. You can select from
preset satellite groups of three satellites, or
you can choose up to three satellites from
over 70 satellites in the satellite library. Please
refer to “Setting the MCU to Track Satellites”
in the TracVision M9 User’s Guide for
complete information.
NOTE: DISH 1000 customers with the DISH 129
satellite installed must have a multiswitch installed to
enable manual switching, or a Master Receiver
Selector (MRS) (KVH Part #72-0412) to enable
automatic (or manual) switching. The MRS also
allows you to select which receiver is the master
receiver.
f. Linear Versions - Set up the receiver(s) for the
same satellites, and in the same order, as the
antenna. “Sat. A” is the first satellite you
selected for tracking; “Sat. B” is the second;
“Sat. C” is the third (see Figure 28).
Select Satellites
Figure 27 Install Satellite Menu
Figure 28 Linear Receiver Settings
Antenna Receiver DiSEqC
Sat. A Alternative 1 or A DiSEqC 1
Sat. B Alternative 2 or B DiSEqC 2
Sat. C Alternative 3 or C DiSEqC 3
Trac k i n g Sate l lite A
Sat B Menu Sat C
Yes Next Return
Install Satellite?
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The antenna’s internal compass sensor is
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.
Turn On Autocalibration
Follow these steps to turn on the system’s
Autocalibration function. The Autocalibration
function will allow the sensor to calibrate itself
automatically.
a. Press the center MENU button on the MCU to
access the onscreen menu (see Figure 29).
b. At “Install Satellite?”, press NEXT until the
display shows “Operations Mode?” Then
press YES.
c. At “Get Antenna Status?”, press NEXT until
the display shows “Control Compass?” Then
press YES.
d. At “Set Autocal on/off?”, press YES.
e. At “Autocal is: OFF”, press ON.
f. At “Autocal is: ON”, press RETURN.
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.
Figure 29 Turning On Autocalibration at the MCU
Yes Next Return
Install Satellite?
Yes Next Return
Operations Mode?
Yes Next Return
Get Antenna Status?
Yes Next Return
Control Compass?
Yes Next Return
Set Autocal On/Off?
On Return Off
Autocal is: On
Select NEXT until
“Operations Mode?”
is displayed.
Select NEXT until
“Control Compass?
”
is displayed.
Tracking Satellite A
Sat B Menu Sat C
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d. Steer the vessel at a slow, steady speed
through a complete circle that takes at least
two minutes to complete (see Figure 30). 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?”, 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 31).
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 C on page 29)
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 30 Running Autocalibration
Figure 31 Calibration Score Example
Figure 32 Calibration Details
Data Field Description
Accuracy
Rating
Degree of accuracy the
sensor will provide
(CAL<1º = within 1º)
Magnetic
Environment
Quality of the antenna’s
installation site (Good,
Poor, or Bad)
Calibration
Number
Number of times the
sensor was calibrated
30 Seconds
1 Minute
1 Minute,
30 Seconds
2 Minutes
Cal<1° Good 1
Acc MagEnv Cal
Accuracy
Rating
Magnetic
Environment
Calibration
Number
12 Continued Calibrate the Internal Sensor

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If you set up the TracVision M9 system for DISH
Network or Bell TV service, follow the steps
below to run the receiver’s Check Switch test
twice.
NOTE: If you are connecting multiple receivers,
repeat this process for each additional receiver.
Connect each receiver, one at a time, to the RF1 cable
and perform the steps below. Then, once you have
completed this process for each receiver, you can
reconnect them as desired.
a. Dock the vessel in a blockage-free area in
calm water.
b. Ensure the receiver you wish to configure is
connected to the TracVision system’s RF1
cable.
c. Turn on the TV and receiver.
d. Apply power to the TracVision system then
wait two minutes for system startup.
e. Using the receiver’s remote, go to the “point
Dish/Signal Strength” screen (press MENU,
6, 1, 1 on most models).
f. Choose Check Switch, then press SELECT.
g. Choose Test, then press SELECT.
h. Wait at least 15 minutes before proceeding.
i. After waiting 15 minutes, repeat Steps e
through g to run a second Check Switch test.
j. Verify the values on your TV match those
required for your satellite service and
configuration. Refer to the figures at right for
details. If your values do not match, turn off
the antenna, then turn it back on and repeat
Steps d through g.
k. Exit the menu and allow the receiver to
download the program guide.
Please be patient. The Check Switch test takes
approximately 15 minutes to complete.
Disregard any messages on the TV stating the
test is complete; the antenna must perform
additional operations before proceeding.
IMPORTANT!
Run Two Check Switch Tests
Figure 33 DISH 1000/129 Check Switch Results
Figure 34 DISH 1000/61 Check Switch Results
Figure 35 DISH 500 Check Switch Results
Figure 36 Bell TV Check Switch Results
Port 123
Satellite 119 110 129
Trans OK OK OK
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW64
Port 123
Satellite 119 110 61
Trans OK OK OK
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW64
Port 1122
Satellite 119 119 110 110
Trans Odd Even Odd Even
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW42
Port 1122
Satellite 91 91 82 82
Trans Odd Even Odd Even
Status Reception Verified
Switch SW21
13 Dish Network or Bell TV Only

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The installation process is complete!
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:
• Keep the radome installed on the antenna at
all times. The radome protects the antenna’s
moving parts from wind, rain, and debris.
• 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 37).
• Heavy rain or snow may temporarily
interrupt reception.
• Clean the antenna regularly. Dirt buildup on
the radome can affect reception.
• The vessel must be located within the
selected satellite’s coverage area to receive its
satellite TV signals. To view satellite coverage
maps, visit www.kvh.com/footprint.
• Please register the system with KVH. The
registration process is quick, easy, online, and
ensures the best possible service from KVH.
Visit www.kvh.com/register or refer to the
Product Registration Form for details.
WARNING
It is dangerous to watch TV while piloting a
vessel. The TracVision system is intended as
a passenger entertainment product only.
Educate the Customer
Figure 37 Example of Satellite Blockage
TracVision
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Appendices
19
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
A. Bottom Cable Entry Kit.................................................... 21
B. Connecting Additional Receivers .................................. 25
C. Clearing the Calibration Score........................................ 29
D. MCU Flush Mounting Template.................................... 31

Appendix
21
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,
follow these steps to modify the antenna for
bottom cable entry. Figure 38 shows the relevant
parts of the antenna baseplate; refer to this figure
throughout the procedure.
Remove the Radome and Restraints
1. Perform Steps 7a through 7d on page 9 to
remove the antenna’s radome and shipping
restraints. You will need to rotate the antenna
assembly by hand to access various parts of
the baseplate.
Relocate the Cable PCB
1. Remove the tie-wrap securing the cable PCB
(printed circuit board) wires to the baseplate
access hatch (see Figure 39).
2. Remove the five #4-40 screws, washers, and
nuts securing the cable PCB to the access
hatch (see Figure 39).
3. Attach the cable PCB to the alternate cable
PCB bracket (see Figure 40) using the five
#4-40 screws and washers supplied in the
kitpack. Apply a small amount of Loctite
threadlocker to the screw threads before
securing.
Once you have 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.
IMPORTANT!
Bottom Cable Entry Kit
A
Figure 38 Interior Baseplate (Antenna Not Shown)
Figure 39 Cable PCB in Original Location
Figure 40 Cable PCB in Alternate Location
Baseplate
Hatch
Original Location
for Cable PCB
Small
Cover Plate
Alternate Location
for Cable PCB
Cable
Brackets
#4-40 Screws (x5)
Tie-wrap
Original Location
Alternate
Location
#4-40
Screw (x5)