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TracVision 

M3

Installation 

Guide

TracVision M3 – DX Version

Circular Configuration

Summary of Contents for M3-DX

Page 1: ...TracVision M3 Installation Guide TracVision M3 DX Version Circular Configuration ...

Page 2: ...VH authorized technicians have the tools and electronics expertise necessary to install the system To find a technician near you please visit www kvh com wheretogetservice Related Documentation The following additional documents are provided with the TracVision M3DX system Technical Support If you need technical assistance please contact KVH Technical Support Phone 1 401 847 3327 E mail techs kvh ...

Page 3: ... Adhesive tape Light hammer Center punch Eight 1 4 fasteners see Mount the Interface Box on page 11 Satellite TV receiver s for your desired service see Figure 2 for a list of validated receivers for information on connecting different receiver models contact KVH Technical Support at 401 847 3327 Interface Box Controller Radome Baseplate Antenna Figure 1 TracVision M3DX System Components Always li...

Page 4: ...hat you do not mount the antenna on the same level as the radar because the radar s energy might overload the antenna Be sure to mount the antenna near enough to the supplied interface box belowdecks to allow you to connect the 50 ft 15 m coaxial cable between the antenna and the interface box while still maintaining sufficient slack in the cable The antenna cable CANNOT be extended When choosing ...

Page 5: ...nna Later you will route the antenna cable through this hole and into the vessel e Using a hole saw drill the cable access hole in the location you marked in Step d Be sure to size the hole appropriately to maintain a cable bend radius of at least 3 75 mm If the hole location is in the center of the antenna mounting hole pattern the diameter of the cable access hole must not exceed 3 5 88 mm Smoot...

Page 6: ...10 e If you are using a right angle connector slide the right angle rubber boot extension up the cable until it covers the right angle connector f Slide the rubber boot up the cable until it covers the connector If you are using a right angle connector be sure the boot mates with the extension see Figure 11 This boot will help protect the connector from the elements g Reattach the cover over the c...

Page 7: ... antenna mechanism is normal b Using a 7 16 socket wrench remove the shipping restraint bolt washer and spacer securing the antenna assembly to the base see Figure 13 and Figure 14 Save the restraint for future use c Position the antenna onto the mounting surface The antenna s base should rest squarely atop the foam seal Figure 12 Removing the Radome Figure 13 Removing the Shipping Restraint Washe...

Page 8: ...r rubber feet are bottomed against the mounting surface d Reinstall the antenna radome The radome s TracVision labels should face fore and aft While pressing the radome down onto the base secure the radome to the base using the three 10 32 screws you removed earlier e Install a protective plastic screw cap supplied in the kit over each radome screw Figure 15 Forward Arrow Figure 16 Tightening the ...

Page 9: ...decode Do not shorten or extend the antenna cable Since the cable carries data power and communications the integrity of this cable and its connections is very important IMPORTANT Be sure to route cables within the vessel appropriately to avoid damage For example do not route any cables through wet areas bilges or near hot exhaust pipes Also be sure you do not kink the cable IMPORTANT Satellite In...

Page 10: ...n and connect the positive red wire to 12 VDC vessel power c Plug the other end of the wires into the Power jack on the rear panel of the interface box see Figure 21 NOTE Do not remove the small ferrite coil that is clamped onto the power wires This coil suppresses EMI electromagnetic interference from the interface box d Connect power to the receiver s Follow the instructions in the receiver s ma...

Page 11: ...o the vent slots see Figure 22 b Secure the brackets to the mounting surface using appropriate 1 4 fasteners not supplied NOTE Be sure to leave enough slack in the connecting cables service loop for easy serviceability Figure 22 Interface Box Mounting Bracket 2 56 x 1 4 Screws x3 1 4 Fasteners x4 not supplied To avoid overheating do not block the upper vents of the interface box IMPORTANT Mount th...

Page 12: ...fy that the System Needs Setup screen is displayed on the interface box see Figure 24 f Using the buttons on the interface box front panel see Figure 25 follow the steps in the next section to set up the TracVision system for the customer s service provider Option 1 DIRECTV see page 13 Option 2 DISH Network see page 14 Option 3 ExpressVu see page 15 NOTE If you do not see an operating mode on the ...

Page 13: ...on This mode is only provided for compatibility with older DIRECTV HDTV configurations that required an HDTV converter instead of a Tri Sat AutoSwitch Dual Sat Select this mode for DIRECTV service if you do not have a Tri Sat AutoSwitch installed Mode Satellites Tracked Tri Sat Auto 101 110 and 119 Tri Sat Pairs Not used 101 110 and 119 Dual Sat 101 and 119 MODE TRI SAT AUTO CHANGE ACCEPT Press an...

Page 14: ...0 Select this mode if you wish to receive programming from the 119 and 110 satellites for DISH 500 service d Follow the instructions in Step 12 on page 16 to set up your receiver s Mode Satellites Tracked DISH 1000 129 119 110 and 129 DISH 1000 61 119 110 and 61 DISH 500 119 and 110 MODE DISH 1000 129 CHANGE ACCEPT Press any button to begin TRACKING DTV 101 SYSTEM NEEDS SETUP SERVICE DIRECTV CHANG...

Page 15: ...and 82 satellites Single Sat Select this mode if you wish to receive ExpressVu programming from just the 91 satellite d Follow the instructions in Step 12 on page 16 to set up your receiver s Mode Satellites Tracked Dual Sat 91 and 82 Single Sat 91 MODE DUAL SAT CHANGE ACCEPT Press any button to begin TRACKING DTV 101 SYSTEM NEEDS SETUP SERVICE DIRECTV CHANGE ACCEPT RESTARTING ANTENNA Press CHANGE...

Page 16: ...Disregard any messages on the TV they do not correctly indicate when the antenna is ready for the next Check Switch test g After waiting 15 minutes repeat Steps d f to run a second Check Switch test h Refer to the tables in Figure 30 and verify the values displayed on your TV match those required for your selected satellite TV service If your values match exit the menu and allow the receiver to do...

Page 17: ...s a clear unobstructed view of the sky h Repeat the Check Switch steps on page 16 Additional Receiver s 1 Check Switch Test If you connected multiple receivers to the system follow these steps to run a Check Switch test on each additional receiver one at a time When you are done reconnect the receivers as before a Temporarily disconnect the primary receiver from the Unstacked Output jack b Connect...

Page 18: ...dup can affect satellite TV reception DISH 1000 only You may need to change the operating mode when traveling between regions see page 14 for details 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 The vessel must be located within the se...

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