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KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. 

All other trademarks are property of their respective companies. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 

No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. © 2008 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 

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The following instructions explain how to install and operate the Tri-Sat AutoSwitch Kit on a 

TracVision  R5SL/R5/R4SL/R4 system. 

The Tri-Sat AutoSwitch Kit allows DIRECTV HDTV subscribers to enjoy the Ku-band portion of 

the overall high-definition (HD) programming package and switch automatically among the 

DIRECTV 101, 110, and 119 satellites when using a DIRECTV H21-200 or H20-600 receiver.

NOTE: 

This procedure requires a PC with the latest version of the KVH Flash Update Wizard installed. 

The Flash Update Wizard is available to KVH-authorized dealers through the KVH Partner Portal.

Who Should Install the System?

To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized technician 

install the Tri-Sat AutoSwitch Kit. To find a technician near you, please visit 

www.kvh.com/

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Technical Support

If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:

For information on:

Refer to:

Installation Page 2

Operation Page 6

Advanced Wiring 
Diagrams

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Phone: +1 401 847-3327
E-mail: [email protected]

KVH Tri-Sat AutoSwitch

 Kit Installation and Operation 

Instructions for TracVision

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 R5SL/R5/R4SL/R4

Summary of Contents for TracVision R4

Page 1: ...automatically among the DIRECTV 101 110 and 119 satellites when using a DIRECTV H21 200 or H20 600 receiver NOTE This procedure requires a PC with the latest version of the KVH Flash Update Wizard installed The Flash Update Wizard is available to KVH authorized dealers through the KVH Partner Portal Who Should Install the System To ensure a safe and effective installation KVH recommends that a KVH...

Page 2: ... that is already installed on a vehicle follow the steps below a Systems with a grounding block Disconnect any components connected to the grounding block s RF1 connector see Figure 1 Systems without a grounding block Disconnect any components connected to the antenna s RF1 cable see Figure 2 b Proceed to Step 2 Connect the Tri Sat AutoSwitch Kit on page 3 CAUTION For your own safety be sure to di...

Page 3: ... page 9 a Systems with a grounding block Connect the RF1 cable A from the grounding block s RF1 connection to the From Antenna connector on the Tri Sat AutoSwitch see Figure 3 Systems without a grounding block Connect the antenna s RF1 cable A to the From Antenna connector on the Tri Sat AutoSwitch see Figure 3 Figure 3 Tri Sat AutoSwitch Wiring Diagram A B C D Standard Receiver optional Antenna R...

Page 4: ...ou will connect the DB9 end of the cable to the front of the TracVision switchplate see Figure 3 on page 3 If you are installing an Tri Sat AutoSwitch Kit as part of a new TracVision system installation be sure to use the RJ22 to RJ22 data cable KVH Part 32 0724 25 supplied in the kit You will connect to the RJ22 connector on the back of the TracVision switchplate see Figure 3 on page 3 c Connect ...

Page 5: ...e is fully loaded Step 3 Check for Flash Wizard Updates You need to check for flash file updates to ensure you have the most current software available see Figure 4 Follow the Flash Update Wizard s onscreen instructions to check for updates This procedure requires a PC with the latest version of the KVH Flash Update Wizard installed and an Internet connection NOTE Refer to the Flash Update Wizard ...

Page 6: ...nnels using the receiver s remote control NOTE The receiver might take up to 30 seconds to display video when changing channels switching between satellites and or switching between standard definition and high definition channels TIP For your convenience KVH lists the DIRECTV Ku band HDTV channels and the DIRECTV satellites that carry them on the web at www kvh com HDTV Since DIRECTV changes its ...

Page 7: ...Switch equipped DIRECTV H21 200 and H20 600 receivers control satellite selection Other receiver models and additional DIRECTV H21 200 and H20 600 receivers without a mated Tri Sat AutoSwitch cannot control satellite selection but they can change channels on the currently selected satellite Using the Tri Sat AutoSwitch Kit with Additional Tri Sat AutoSwitch equipped DIRECTV H21 200 or H20 600 Rece...

Page 8: ...ounding block connections shown in the following diagrams when connecting components To Install Refer to Tri Sat AutoSwitch Kit 1 DIRECTV H21 200 or H20 600 Receiver 1 DVR and 0 or 1 Additional Receivers Page 10 Tri Sat AutoSwitch Kit 1 DIRECTV H21 200 or H20 600 Receiver and 2 or 3 Additional Receivers Page 11 Tri Sat AutoSwitch Kit 2 DIRECTV H21 200 or H20 600 Receivers and 1 Additional Tri Sat ...

Page 9: ... H20 600 Receiver Satellite In USB From Antenna RJ22 Connector on Back of Switchplate TracVision Switchplate DB9 Connector on Front of Switchplate New TracVision Systems Previously Installed TracVision Systems Grounding Block Vehicle AC Ground To DIRECTV HD Receiver Coax 13V 13V SAT Rx4 ANT IN Rx3 DC 20V Rx2 Rx1 18V SAT Power Supply MultiSwitch Rx3 Rx1 Rx2 18V Rx4 Receivers HD or Standard or termi...

Page 10: ...plate DB9 Connector on Front of Switchplate New TracVision Systems Previously Installed TracVision Systems Grounding Block Vehicle AC Ground To DIRECTV HD Receiver Coax To DIRECTV HD Receiver USB Receiver HD or Standard or terminate with 75 ohm blocks USB S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT CAUTION OFF AIR IN SATELLITE IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL HDMI OUT PHONE JACK RF REMOTE ANTENNA AC...

Page 11: ...DEO OUT COMPONENT OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT CAUTION OFF AIR IN SATELLITE IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL HDMI OUT PHONE JACK RF REMOTE ANTENNA AC 120V 60 Hz H21 200 H20 600 Receiver Satellite In USB To DIRECTV HD Receiver Coax Control Output USB S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT CAUTION OFF AIR IN SATELLITE IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL HDMI OUT PHONE JACK RF REMOTE ANTENNA AC 120V 60 Hz H21...

Page 12: ...ellite In USB Control Input From Antenna Control Output USB S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT CAUTION OFF AIR IN SATELLITE IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL HDMI OUT PHONE JACK RF REMOTE ANTENNA AC 120V 60 Hz H21 200 H20 600 Receiver Satellite In USB RJ22 Connector on Back of Switchplate TracVision Switchplate DB9 Connector on Front of Switchplate New TracVision Systems Previously Installed...

Page 13: ...OTE ANTENNA AC 120V 60 Hz H21 200 H20 600 Receiver Satellite In USB Control Input From Antenna Control Output USB S VIDEO OUT COMPONENT OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT CAUTION OFF AIR IN SATELLITE IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL HDMI OUT PHONE JACK RF REMOTE ANTENNA AC 120V 60 Hz H21 200 H20 600 Receiver Satellite In USB RJ22 Connector on Back of Switchplate TracVision Switchplate DB9 Connector on Front of S...

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