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Before you begin, consider the following 
installation guidelines:

• Minimize blockage. The antenna needs a 

clear view of the sky to receive satellite TV. 

Using the table in 

Figure 3

 as a guide, mount 

the antenna a suitable distance away from 

obstructions on the roof, such as air 

conditioners.

• Ensure the mounting surface is flat and 

strong enough to support the 28-lb antenna. 

When placed on the mounting surface, all 

three mounting plates must lay flat against 

the roof (within 7/16") to avoid warping the 

base and damaging the antenna.

• The antenna must be mounted 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 receiver to allow you to connect the 28-ft. 

coax cable, while still maintaining sufficient 

slack in the cable. If you need to use a longer 

coax cable, use an RG6 (75 ohms) cable that 

does not exceed 80 feet in length.

• Once you’ve chosen a location for the 

antenna, identify a safe location nearby for 

the 5/8" cable access hole in the roof. Make 

sure you will not drill into any existing wires 

or aesthetic structures inside the vehicle.

• When choosing a location for the receiver, 

find a dry, well-ventilated area inside the 

vehicle away from any heat sources. Also be 

sure the front panel of the receiver will be 

easily accessible to the user.

NOTE: 

You can install the receiver in a cabinet - 

the receiver RF remote does not require line-of-
sight.

Plan the Installation

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Figure 3  Blockage from Obstruction

Figure 4  Antenna Dimensions

Antenna

Bloc

ked!

Vehicle Roof

Obstruction

A

B

Obstruction 

Height (A)

Min. Distance 

from Antenna (B)

8"

8"

10"

13"

12"

19"

14"

24"

16"

30"

Cable Connector

FWD

Mounting

Plate

Antenna

Antenna

1.9"

5 x 

Ø

0.19"

2.3"

28.3"

28.3"

12.5"

Summary of Contents for R6ST

Page 1: ...Vision R6ST system To find a technician near you please visit www kvh com wheretogetservice If you purchased the product and decide to install it yourself please see the enclosed warranty statement fo...

Page 2: ...er hole saw Augat IT1000 crimp strip tool KVH P N 19 0242 Eight 1 4 fasteners optional see Mount the Receiver on page 10 Fasteners suitable for mounting the antenna to the roof RF modulator if necessa...

Page 3: ...till maintaining sufficient slack in the cable If you need to use a longer coax cable use an RG6 75 ohms cable that does not exceed 80 feet in length Once you ve chosen a location for the antenna iden...

Page 4: ...future use NOTE Once you have removed the shipping restraints handle the antenna unit carefully Improper handling might damage the unit Be sure to remove all 4 shipping restraints The antenna will no...

Page 5: ...r of the vehicle see Figure 8 c Attach the three antenna mounting plates to the roof using 15 fasteners appropriate for the roof s construction d Seal all fasteners with silicone sealant or equivalent...

Page 6: ...Later you will connect this end of the cable to the receiver e Leave an adequate service loop approximately 8 of slack in the antenna cable for easy serviceability f Seal the cable access hole with a...

Page 7: ...included Option 2 Digital audio jack NOTE For details on connecting additional receivers refer to the User s Guide NOTE If the TV has only a coaxial input you will need an RF modulator KVH P N 19 047...

Page 8: ...return and connect the positive red wire to clean 12 VDC vehicle power NOTE If vehicle power fluctuates or is noisy KVH recommends that you use an AC DC power supply KVH P N 72 0206 01 to provide sta...

Page 9: ...t least 3 feet away from the receiver If it is too close to the receiver the remote control might not operate properly Also avoid placing the RF converter behind a metal surface or in an area surround...

Page 10: ...e lit green NOTE If all three status lights are not lit green refer to the User s Guide for troubleshooting information e A progress bar will appear on the TV indicating that the receiver is downloadi...

Page 11: ...in or snow might temporarily interrupt reception To ensure optimum reception keep DewShield set to AUTO The DewShield electronic dew elimination system prevents dew from forming on the antenna moistur...

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