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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.
• Make sure the mounting surface is flat, level,
wide enough to accommodate the antenna’s
base (see Figure 4), strong enough to support
the antenna’s weight, and rigid enough to
prevent antenna vibration.
• Select an antenna mounting location on the
centerline of the vehicle with the antenna’s
cable connector facing the rear of the vehicle.
• Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to
the TV-Hub inside the vehicle to allow you to
connect the 50 ft. (15 m) coax cable between
them, while still maintaining sufficient slack
in the cable.
NOTE: If you need to use a longer cable, use a RG-6
(75

) cable that does not exceed 100 ft (30 m).
• Once you’ve chosen a location for the
antenna, identify a safe location nearby for
the 5/8" cable access hole in the roof.
Be sure to follow the guidelines below.
Damage caused by an improper installation is
not covered under KVH warranty.
IMPORTANT!
Blocked!
Vehicle Roof
Obstruction
A
B
Antenna
20° to 70°
Look Angle
Figure 3: Blockage from Obstruction
Obstruction
Height (A)
Min. Distance
from Antenna (B)
8" 19.5"
10" 26"
12" 32.5"
14" 39"
16" 45.5"
Cable Connector
FWD
Antenna
(Top View)
Antenna
(Side View)
13.12"
33.3 cm
Antenna
(Top View)
13.5"
34.3 cm
1.5"
3.8 cm
Mounting
Plate
5 x Ø0.19"
Front of Vehicle
Vehicle
Centerline
Figure 4: Antenna Dimensions
When placed on the mounting surface, all four
mounting plates must lay flat against the roof
(within ±7/16") to avoid warping the base and
damaging the antenna.
IMPORTANT!
Locate the cable access hole at least 6" away
from the connector, making sure you will not
drill into any existing wires or aesthetic
structures inside the vehicle.
IMPORTANT!
Plan the Antenna Installation
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