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This guide provides basic operation information for the TracPhone V7-IP. For complete 

operation, setup, and diagnostics information, refer to the system’s comprehensive 

Help, available on the Support tab of the TracPhone V7-IP web interface and on the 

documentation CD. If you need any assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support.

Start your web browser and enter http://minivsat.kvh. If this 

web address doesn’t work on your platform/browser, enter the 

CommBox-ACU’s IP address (you can find this address on the 

LCD: go to Settings > Network Settings > IP Assignments).

How to Access the Web Interface

The antenna transmits radio frequency (RF) energy that is 

potentially harmful. Whenever the system is in use, make 

sure everyone stays more than 36 feet (11 m) away from the 

antenna. No hazard exists directly below the antenna.

Caution – RF Radiation Hazard

Radiation

Hazard

Antenna

36 ft (11 m)

36 ft (11 m)

-24°

-24°

TracPhone

®

 V7

IP

 Quick Start Guide

You can program up to two no-transmit zones to prevent 

transmissions and protect people in accessible areas around the 

antenna. Refer to the Help for details.

Press the power buttons on the front of the CommBox-ACU 

and modem, wait 5 minutes for system startup, then turn on 

your network computer(s). When the CommBox-ACU indicates 
“Online,” you are connected to mini-VSAT Broadband

sm

.

How to Turn On the System

STATUS

Power Buttons

CommBox-ACU

Modem

The antenna requires a clear view of the sky. Objects such as 

bridges and boat masts can block satellite signals.

You can also use the mini-VSAT iPhone

®

/iPod touch

®

 app to view 

system status information and update software. Download the 

app for FREE from the Apple iTunes

®

 store.  

©2012 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. KVH, TracPhone, and CommBox are trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. mini-VSAT Broadband is a service mark of KVH Industries, Inc.  

iPhone, iPod touch, and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.  

No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. 54-0784 Rev. A

Technical Support

North/South America, Australia: 

Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa: 

Phone: 1 866 701-7103 (U.S. only) 

Phone: +45 45 160 180 

Phone: +1 401 851-3806 

E-mail: [email protected] 

E-mail: [email protected]

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