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Page 2 - TracVision TV5 Installation Guide; Installation Steps

TracVision TV5 Installation Guide 1 KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with dark 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 noti...

Page 3 - WARNING; WARNING; Important Safety Information

2 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 o...

Page 4 - Inspect Parts and Get Tools

3 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 da...

Page 5 - Plan the Antenna Installation

4 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...

Page 6 - Plan the TV-Hub Installation

5 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...

Page 7 - Prepare the Antenna Site

6 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 ...

Page 8 - Prepare the RF Cables

7 Determine the necessary type of RF cable(s) 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 10 on page 8 ). Then follow the guidelines below to prepare the cable(s). Note: LMR-400-75 is a suitable substitute. U...

Page 9 - CAUTION; Wire the Antenna

8 Follow the steps below to connect the antenna cable(s) to the antenna. a. First determine the number of RF coax cables you need for your installation (see Figure 10). b. Clearly label the RF1 cable at both ends. If you connect two or more RF cables, label both ends of each cable to match the conne...

Page 10 - Remove the Shipping Restraint

9 Inside the antenna, a shipping restraint prevents the antenna assembly from moving during shipment. Follow these steps to remove this shipping restraint. a. Remove the four #10-32 Phillips screws securing the radome to the baseplate (see Figure 12). Carefully lift the radome straight up until clea...

Page 11 - Mount the Antenna

10 Follow these steps to mount the antenna. a. Place the antenna over the holes drilled in the mounting surface. Ensure the forward arrow points toward the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see Figure 14). b. Apply a thin layer of the supplied anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the...

Page 13 - Wire the Antenna to the TV-Hub

12 Follow these steps to connect the antenna to the TV-Hub. a. Connect the RF1 cable from the antenna to the “Antenna” jack on the TV-Hub (see Figure 18). b. Hand-tighten the RF cable until it is all the way into the “Antenna” jack. Then tighten it with a 7/16" torque wrench to 15 in-lbs, or a 7...

Page 14 - Wire the Receivers

13 The steps for connecting the customer’s receiver(s) to the TracVision system and setting them up depends upon the customer’s satellite TV service (see Figure 19 and Figure 20). NOTE: KVH’s TracVision Configuration Wizard, available at www.kvh.com/tvseriesconfigurator , displays a wiring diagram a...

Page 15 - Linear Wiring; Continued

14 Linear Wiring Follow these steps to connect linear receivers to the TracVision system (linear universal quad LNB required) . Connecting 1-4 Linear Receivers a. Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the first receiver (see Figure 21). This receive...

Page 17 - DIRECTV – SWM Wiring

16 DIRECTV – SWM Wiring Follow these steps to connect DIRECTV SWM receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB and TV-Hub A required) . NOTE: You can connect non-SWM receivers as well, as explained in “DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring” on page 18 . Connecting 1 SWM Receiver Connect an RF cable from the ...

Page 19 - DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring

18 DIRECTV – Non-SWM Wiring Follow these steps to connect non-SWM receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB and TV-Hub A required) . NOTE: You can connect SWM receivers as well, as explained in “DIRECTV – SWM Wiring” on page 16 . Connecting 1-2 Receivers a. Connect an RF cable from the “Legac...

Page 20 - DIRECTV Latin America Wiring

19 DIRECTV Latin America Wiring Follow these steps to connect DIRECTV Latin America receivers to the TracVision system (DIRECTV L.A. circular LNB required) . Connecting 1 Receiver Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the receiver (see Figure 29). C...

Page 22 - DISH Network and Bell TV Wiring

21 DISH Network and Bell TV Wiring Follow these steps to connect DISH Network or Bell TV receivers to the TracVision system (circular LNB required) . Connecting 1 Receiver Connect an RF cable from the “Receiver” jack on the TV-Hub to the “Satellite In” jack on the receiver (see Figure 32). Connectin...

Page 23 - OR; Connect a NMEA Device; Optional

22 At the customer’s option, you can connect a NMEA device to the TV-Hub, allowing the antenna to use its GNSS position and heading data to speed up satellite acquisition. The current position and heading will also be displayed on the Home page of the web interface. Follow these steps to connect a N...

Page 24 - Grounding Requirements; Connect Power

23 Before connecting power, be sure the vessel is properly grounded in accordance with marine standards. Grounding Requirements Proper grounding of the TracVision system to ship’s ground is critically important, as it protects the equipment from lightning and electrostatic discharges (ESD). Follow t...

Page 25 - Connect Power to the System

24 Connect Power to the System NOTE: When powering up a SWM configuration, apply power to all other system components before powering up the receivers and DVRs (tuners are assigned SWM channels during startup). Follow these steps to connect power to the TracVision system (see Figure 39). a. Make sur...

Page 26 - Turn On the System

25 Follow these steps to turn on the system for the first time. a. Ensure the antenna has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. b. Press the power switch on the rear panel of the TV-Hub to apply power to the TracVision system (see Figure 40). c. Within a few minutes, the TV-Hub and Power lights sho...

Page 27 - Access the Web Interface

26 Follow the steps for either option below to access the TV-Hub’s web interface. Using the Wireless Connection a. Select the TVHub-<TV-Hub serial number> network from your device’s Wi-Fi settings to connect to the TV-Hub (see Figure 42). b. Start your web browser and enter http://tvhub.kvh . ...

Page 28 - Wired LAN Connection; Connect to an Onboard Network

27 Connecting the TV-Hub to an onboard local area network (LAN) is required if any of the following conditions apply: • One or more IP AutoSwitches are installed to enable automatic satellite switching (Linear/ DISH Network/Bell TV only) • Customer wants to access the TV-Hub’s web interface using an...

Page 29 - Secure the Wi-Fi Connection

28 By default, the TV-Hub’s wireless settings are configured for the following: • Wireless Mode: AP (Access Point) • SSID: TV-Hub-<TV-Hub serial number> • IP Address: 172.16.0.1 • Security Mode: Off KVH strongly advises that you select the WPA_PSK security mode as shown in Figure 47 and assign...

Page 30 - Update Software and Satellite Library; Set Up the System

29 The Setup Wizard appears upon initial startup to step you through system configuration (see Figure 48). Before you begin to set up the system: • Know the service provider and associated satellite(s) • Check the latest software version (see below) • Verify all system components are connected Updat...

Page 33 - Set the LNB Skew Angle; Linear Manual Skew Only

32 Follow these steps to set the antenna’s LNB to the skew angle supplied by the Setup Wizard. a. At the rear panel of the TV-Hub, set the power switch to the Off position. Verify its Power light goes out. b. Remove the antenna’s radome as described on page 9 . c. Locate the LNB on the back of the a...

Page 34 - Educate the Customer

33 Before you leave the vessel, test the system to ensure the antenna works properly. Fill out the Installation Checklist (provided in the Welcome Kit) and return it to KVH. Refer to the instructions on the form. Give the Welcome Kit to the customer, provide any passwords and static IP addresses you...

Page 35 - Inspect Parts; Installing an IP AutoSwitch; Appendix

34 Follow these steps to add an IP AutoSwitch (KVH part no. 72-0634) to each DISH Network, Bell TV, or linear receiver you want to be able to control satellite selection in Automatic satellite switching mode. NOTE: A receiver connected directly to the TV-Hub’s “Receiver” jack can control satellite s...

Page 36 - Wire the IP AutoSwitch

35 Wire the IP AutoSwitch The wiring of the IP AutoSwitch depends on the specific configuration. Refer to the wiring diagrams provided in “Wire the Receivers” on page 13 , while following the general wiring steps below: a. Disconnect the RF input cable from the receiver and connect it to the “RF In”...

Page 37 - Configure the IP AutoSwitch; Select the Master Receiver

36 Configure the IP AutoSwitch When performing system setup (see “Set Up the System” on page 29 ), follow these additional steps to configure the IP AutoSwitch. NOTE: KVH recommends that you run the Setup Wizard in the web interface whenever you change your system’s configuration by adding or removi...

Page 38 - Band/Polarization Control

37 Band/Polarization Control If your configuration consists of linear receivers connected via a multiswitch, and you installed one or more IP AutoSwitches, KVH recommends that you change the TV-Hub’s Band/Polarization Control setting to TV-Hub (see Figure 63). You can find this setting on the Advanc...

Page 39 - DIRECTV Coax Network Connections; Using a DIRECTV Coax Network

38 In Automatic satellite switching mode, the TV-Hub can accept commands from the master SWM-compatible DIRECTV receiver to automatically switch between the 101W and 119W satellites. The TV-Hub communicates with the master receiver via the TV-Hub’s Ethernet port link to the DIRECTV coax network. Fol...

Page 41 - Additional Equipment for Older Receivers

40 Additional Equipment for Older Receivers In addition to the DECA Broadband Kit or a Genie DVR, you might need to connect an additional device in-line between the receiver and the SWM splitter, depending on the model (see Figure 67). NOTE: Model HR20-100 requires additional devices not specified h...