TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide
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Chapter 2 - Operation
Dual-Sat Manual Mode - Required for Three or More Receivers and All
Custom Service Configurations
Circular TracVision M5/M7 systems with three or more receivers
require the use of a multiswitch. Since multiswitches interfere with
satellite switching communications between the receivers and the
antenna, the system must be set up in Manual mode. When manual
mode is enabled, you can switch between your selected satellites using
a PC, an optional TV/SAT Switch (KVH Part #01-0245), or an optional
MultiSat Control Panel (MCP) (KVH Part #01-0260-02). You can use
the receivers’ remote controls to switch between the channels on the
currently selected satellite.
NOTE: Refer to “Switching Between Installed Satellites Using a PC” on
page 51 for more information on using a PC.
Figure 2-10 Dual-Sat Manual Mode - Receiver/PC/TV/SAT Switch/MCP Controls
RF2
Grounding
Block
RF1
Switchplate
Antenna
Multiswitch
All Receivers
Changes
channels on
current satellite
MCP
Used to Switch Satellites
PC
OR
OR
Other Indicators:
• Both
blinking
green:
initializing
• Error
light
blinking
red:
system
problem
Changing Satellites:
1. Push
Select
button
2. Wait while Sat A or
B
blinks
green
3
. Ready when Sat A
or Sat B stays
solid
green
Sat A Error
Sat B
Select
TV/SAT
Switch