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• Guide to Operation
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A Guide to TracVision

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Page 1: ...owner s manual Guide to Operation Guide to Technical Information A Guide to TracVision G8 TVG8_OM_BinderCover_11 05 ...

Page 2: ... Notes Press any button to return If GPS is providing valid position data to the antenna manual entry of latitude longitude is not available 2005 KVH Industries Inc ...

Page 3: ...ting power from the Master Control Unit MCU to the antenna If you need to use a data power cable longer than 100 ft 30 m the power input to the MCU must measure at least 12 VDC This minimum voltage level is necessary due to the added resistance of the extended length of cable The power supply must also be capable of supplying 90 watts to the antenna Be sure to confirm that the vessel s power suppl...

Page 4: ...01 849 0045 Fax 45 45 160 181 E mail info kvh com E mail info kvh dk Internet www kvh com Internet www kvh com Please e mail your comments about this manual to manuals kvh com Your feedback is greatly appreciated A helpful tip that either directs you to a related area within the manual or offers suggestions on getting the best performance from your system An alert to important information regardin...

Page 5: ...roadcasting is a registered trademark of the DVB Project DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc DISH Network is an official trademark of EchoStar Communications Corporation ExpressVu is a property of Bell ExpressVu a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Satellite Services ...

Page 6: ...1 3 Materials Provided with the TracVision G8 18 2 Installation 19 2 1 Planning the Installation 21 2 2 Mounting the TracVision Antenna 26 2 3 Connecting the Receiver s 31 2 4 Wiring the MCU 35 2 5 Mounting the MCU 38 2 6 Activating Programming the Receiver 40 2 7 Installing Satellites Using the MCU 42 2 8 Checking Out the System 52 2 9 Changing Geographic Location 54 3 Using the MCU Interface 57 ...

Page 7: ...eable Units 96 5 4 Accessing Antenna Components Through the Hatch 98 5 5 Replacing the PCB Module Fuse 98 5 6 Replacing the PCB Module 99 5 7 Replacing the RF PCB 101 5 8 Replacing the Internal Sensor 103 5 9 Replacing the Azimuth Gyro 104 5 10 Replacing the Elevation Gyro 106 5 11 Replacing the Azimuth Motor 107 5 12 Replacing the Azimuth Belt 109 5 13 Replacing the Elevation Motor 110 5 14 Repla...

Page 8: ...Appendices 121 A System Specifications 123 B MCU Flush Mount Panel Template 125 C Startup Data Sequence 127 D Maintenance Port Antenna Commands 129 Index 54 0198 iii Table of Contents ...

Page 9: ...tching to the Second Satellite 6 5 Watching Television 8 6 Using the MCU Interface 9 Guide to Operation This guide explains everything you need to know to operate your TracVision G8 system For detailed installation configuration troubleshooting and maintenance information please refer to the Guide to Technical Information beginning on page 11 ...

Page 10: ...y stabilized antenna system The antenna s built in global positioning system GPS allows the system to calculate the precise direction to the satellite from your vessel s current location ensuring the shortest possible satellite acquisition time Once the satellite is acquired the antenna gyros continuously measure the motion of your vessel and send commands to the antenna motors to keep the antenna...

Page 11: ...ount for regional changes and different satellite services Power signal and control cabling from belowdecks units are connected to the antenna at the rear of the baseplate Master Control Unit MCU The MCU is the user interface providing access to the system and its functions through an LCD and three buttons The MCU also serves as the system s junction box allowing the system to use ship s power and...

Page 12: ...objects that could be blocking the signal such as other vessels trees buildings other onboard equipment etc Figure 2 Satellite Blockage You must also be located within the selected satellite s coverage area in order to receive its signal Refer to your satellite television service manual to check the viable coverage area For your convenience KVH provides links to several web sites that offer satell...

Page 13: ...antenna gyros to initialize properly 4 Changing Channels and Switching to the Second Satellite TracVision G8 can have a pair of satellites installed either one of which can be the active satellite selection There are several methods of selecting whether your TracVision G8 will track Satellite A or Satellite B based upon your location type of install receiver and selected satellite service Europe a...

Page 14: ...e MCU If you re unable to switch between satellites using the receiver s remote control use the MCU front panel buttons to select between Satellite A and Satellite B Press the left button to select Satellite A and the right button to select Satellite B Figure 3 Switching Satellites Using the MCU Tracking SAT NAME Sat A Menu Sat B Track Installed Satellite A Track Installed Satellite B Europe only ...

Page 15: ...sounds from the antenna as the antenna moves continually in a circular motion to sweep across the satellite s peak signal The signal strength is then fed back to the control circuits to keep pointed in the direction of the strongest signal Sleep Mode When the vessel has come to a stop and holds its position for one minute e g at a dock the antenna enters Sleep Mode which locks the antenna in place...

Page 16: ...KVH has provided the following information resources Quick Reference Guide The quick reference guide on the inside front cover of this manual illustrates the main display and the overall menu structure allowing you to easily and quickly navigate among the MCU menus Section 3 in the Guide to Technical Information Section 3 Using the MCU Interface on page 57 of the Guide to Technical Information pro...

Page 17: ...g the MCU Interface 57 4 Troubleshooting 83 5 Maintenance 93 Appendices 121 Guide to Technical Information This guide explains how to install troubleshoot and maintain the TracVision G8 system For complete operating instructions please refer to the Guide to Operation at the front of this manual ...

Page 18: ...section provides a basic overview of the TracVision G8 system It explains how the system works and describes the function of each component Contents 1 1 System Overview 15 1 2 System Components 17 1 3 Materials Provided with the TracVision G8 18 ...

Page 19: ...tal Satellite Service DSS satellites In motion Tracking The TracVision G8 uses a state of the art actively stabilized antenna system The antenna s built in global positioning system GPS allows the system to calculate the precise azimuth and elevation to the satellite from your vessel s current location ensuring the shortest possible satellite acquisition time Once the satellite is acquired the ant...

Page 20: ...rd circular dual LNB required Europe Any two of the European satellites listed below can be paired together as long as the satellites are within range of the antenna linear quad LNB feed tube assembly required Mexico In Mexico select the satellite listed below for Sky Mexico service linear quad LNB feed tube assembly required PAS_9 54 0198 16 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Informa...

Page 21: ...the baseplate Master Control Unit MCU The MCU is the user interface providing access to the system and its functions through an LCD and three buttons The MCU also serves as the system s junction box allowing the system to use ship s power and supply and receive data to from the TracVision G8 The MCU can accept any power input between 9 and 36 volts DC its power supply provides power to the antenna...

Page 22: ...Antenna unit 02 1262 01 02 1262 03 02 1262 04 02 1262 05 Master control unit MCU 02 1265 Installation kitpack 72 0127 Data power cable 100 ft 30 m 32 0744 0100 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual 54 0198 Standard circular dual LNB configured for North America DLA circular dual LNB configured for DIRECTV Latin America Linear quad LNB configured for Europe Linear quad LNB configured for Sky Mexico For a li...

Page 23: ...equentially to ensure a safe and effective installation Contents 2 1 Planning the Installation 21 2 2 Mounting the TracVision Antenna 26 2 3 Connecting the Receiver s 31 2 4 Wiring the MCU 35 2 5 Mounting the MCU 38 2 6 Activating Programming the Receiver 40 2 7 Installing Satellites Using the MCU 42 2 8 Checking Out the System 52 2 9 Changing Geographic Location 54 ...

Page 24: ...Dual LNB One receiver 1 Two receivers 2 Two or more receivers 2 System with Linear Quad LNB One receiver 1 Two receivers 2 Three receivers 3 Four receivers 4 More than four receivers 4 Multiswitch required Follow manufacturer s guidelines RG 11 or RG 6 cable with F type connectors is required for all RF wiring Use of any other cable will result in degraded performance Use RG 6 cable for distances ...

Page 25: ...le 2 3 Kitpack Contents Part Part Qty M10 x 1 5 x 50 mm hex head bolts 14 0342 50 4 M10 flat washers 14 0344 10 4 M10 lock washers 14 0343 10 4 M4 x 0 7 x 8 mm pan head Phillips screws 14 0075 08 6 Plastic screw covers 19 0088 8 Rear logo plate 20 0885 02 1 Power connector plug 23 0497 02 1 Receiver ground cable 32 0583 50 1 PC cable for diagnostics 32 0628 06 1 PC cable gender changer 23 0517 09 ...

Page 26: ...ating system components are noted below Choosing the Best Location for the TracVision Antenna There are several factors to consider when choosing the location for the TracVision antenna Since the TracVision antenna requires a clear view of the sky to receive satellite signals the ideal antenna site has an unobstructed view of the horizon satellite all around The less blockage the better the system...

Page 27: ...ng the antenna on a steel vessel use an aluminum brass plastic or wood NOT steel or iron platform to position the antenna at least four feet 1 2 m above and six feet 1 8 m away from the steel surface Be alert for devices that change their magnetic characteristics when in use such as CRTs computer and TV screens radar magnetrons electric winches loudspeakers windshield wipers and other devices with...

Page 28: ... level surface Installation 54 0198 25 FWD 38 86 987 mm 4x 50 4x 13 mm 35 889 mm 12 305 mm 6 152 mm 6 152 mm 12 305 mm Access Hatch 17 432 mm The radome exterior is treated with a special finish selected for compatibility with the dome material and transparency to the satellite signals Application of additional paints or finishes WILL degrade performance potentially beyond acceptable limits A full...

Page 29: ...t in Step 2 4 If mounting the antenna on a deck Mark a location aft of the antenna for the cable access hole The hole must be large enough to accommodate the data power cable and all required RF cables see Table 2 1 on page 21 to determine the number of RF cables required Cut out the access hole and smooth the edges of the hole to protect the cables 5 Remove the antenna unit from its shipping cart...

Page 30: ...ove the tie wrap securing the MCU kitpack box to the antenna baseplate Remove the box Figure 2 4 MCU Kitpack Box 8 Inspect the antenna unit for any signs of shipping damage 9 Position the baseplate assembly in place over the mounting holes with the baseplate s connectors shown in Figure 2 5 facing the stern Ensure that all mounting holes line up and make any necessary adjustments Figure 2 5 Locati...

Page 31: ...e Connectors Figure 2 8 Connecting the Data Power Cable 54 0198 28 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information RF3 RF1 RF2 RF4 Data Power F type Connector N type Connector To MCU To Antenna Be sure to properly align the data power cable with the baseplate connector before tightening Connecting the cable at an angle may damage the cable s center tines ...

Page 32: ...ata power and RF cables belowdecks if mounting the antenna to the deck route the cables into the cable access hole that you cut out in Step 4 13 Place the rear logo plate over the cables so that each cable exits the proper opening see Figure 2 10 Using the six M4 screws supplied in the kitpack attach the logo plate to the baseplate as shown in Figure 2 10 Figure 2 10 Attaching the Logo Plate Insta...

Page 33: ...ng the Antenna Unit to the Deck Side View 16 Unfasten the tie wrap securing the antenna frame to the sensor bracket release the tab using a flat head screwdriver Save the tie wrap in case the antenna needs to be reshipped someday Figure 2 12 Antenna Frame Shipping Restraint 54 0198 30 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information M10 x 50 mm Bolt Antenna Unit Base Deck M10 Flat Washe...

Page 34: ...should already be connected to the RF1 plug on the TracVision antenna Connect the other end of the RF1 cable to the receiver plug labeled LNB ANT SAT or SATELLITE IN Option 2 Connecting Two Receivers Two RF cables should already be connected to the RF1 and RF2 plugs on the TracVision antenna Connect the other ends of these RF cables to the plug labeled LNB ANT SAT or SATELLITE IN on both receivers...

Page 35: ... to the multiswitch input labeled LNB RHCP 13V 2 Connect the RF cable labeled RF2 to the multiswitch input labeled LNB LHCP 18V 3 Connect the multiswitch outputs to individual receiver inputs Use RG 11 or RG 6 cable with F type connectors for all RF connections Terminate all unused output connectors with 75 ohm DC blocks Channel Master 7184 Radio Shack 15 1259 or equivalent 54 0198 32 TracVision G...

Page 36: ...re 2 14 Figure 2 14 Multiple Multiswitch Installation Circular Dual LNB System Installation 54 0198 33 Multiswitch DC In RHCP 13v VHF UHF LHCP 18v Out 1 Out 2 Out 3 Out 4 DC Power Multiswitch DC In RHCP 13v VHF UHF LHCP 18v Out 1 Out 2 Out 3 Out 4 DC Power Receiver 5 Receiver 6 Receiver 8 Receiver 7 RF Splitters Power Dividers Receiver 2 Receiver 3 Receiver 4 RF1 RF2 Receiver 1 ...

Page 37: ...F4 plug on the antenna Connecting More than Four Receivers To connect more than four receivers you will need to install an active multiswitch that generates a 22 KHz tone for example Spaun models 5602NF or 5802NF Connect the multiswitch unit in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Figure 2 15 shows an example of a European multiswitch configuration Figure 2 15 Multiswitch Installation L...

Page 38: ...he MCU All other wiring for the TracVision system connects at the rear panel of the MCU For the TracVision system to work properly you must connect the following cables to the MCU Antenna data power cable Vessel power cable Receiver ground wire Figure 2 16 shows the MCU s rear panel connectors Refer to this figure when wiring components to the MCU Figure 2 16 MCU Rear Panel Installation 54 0198 35...

Page 39: ...ied in the kitpack to make connecting power to the MCU a snap To connect vessel power and the ground wires follow the steps below 1 A large ferrite coil is supplied in the kitpack to help reduce conducted emissions from the vessel power cable This ferrite coil needs to be installed for the system to comply with CE standards To install the ferrite coil make two loops in the vessel power cable and c...

Page 40: ...minal screws 5 After inserting and securing the wires tug gently to ensure that the connections are solid Also make certain that the wire insulation is not pinched in the connector 6 Plug the power connector plug into the power jack on the MCU s rear panel see Figure 2 16 on page 35 7 Secure the plug in place with the two retaining screws 8 The MCU has a ground wire preattached to one of its retai...

Page 41: ...the kitpack Clean the bottom of the housing with a mild detergent and water to remove oils etc Peel the protective backing from the squares and apply them to the bottom of the housing at each of the four corners see Figure 2 20 Figure 2 20 Mounting the MCU with Velcro Attachments 3 Position the four Velcro hook disks where the MCU will be mounted Drill screw holes for the disks and secure in place...

Page 42: ...32 screw and insert the screw into the hole from below as shown in Figure 2 21 Do not tighten the screws yet just a few turns is sufficient Figure 2 21 Securing the MCU to the Flush Mount Bracket 4 Slide the flush mount bracket backward onto the MCU until the two notches meet the screws as shown in Figure 2 21 5 Tighten the screws to secure the MCU to the bracket 6 Insert the MCU and bracket into ...

Page 43: ...t 1 800 333 DISH 3474 Other Receiver Activations Please refer to the user manual that accompanied your receiver for activation instructions Programming European or Australian Receivers Before the TracVision G8 system can be used in Europe or Australia the receiver must be programmed to receive signals from the selected DVB satellite services Programming is conducted using menu selections displayed...

Page 44: ...be configured as a two satellite receiver All other receivers must be configured as one satellite receivers The two satellite receiver will determine which satellite the antenna is tracking while the other receivers can watch any channels available via that satellite Refer to your receiver owner s manual for complete details on this process If you use an active multiswitch to connect three or more...

Page 45: ...tenna standard circular dual LNB required Europe Any two of the European satellites listed below can be paired together as long as the satellites are within range of the antenna linear quad LNB feed tube assembly required Mexico In Mexico select the satellite listed below for Sky Mexico service linear quad LNB feed tube assembly required PAS_9 TracVision G8 s default satellite pairs are N America ...

Page 46: ...o the satellite installation process in Installing Your Selected Satellites below Installing Your Selected Satellites To install your selected satellites as Satellite A and Satellite B follow the steps below 1 Apply power to the MCU 2 Following the startup sequence press the center button to bring up the Install Satellite screen Figure 2 22 Install Satellite Screen 3 Follow the process shown in Fi...

Page 47: ...g sats Please wait SAT Name and SAT NAME installed Selecting NEXT will cycle the display through all available satellites Selecting NEXT will cycle the display through all satellites that can be paired with the selection for Satellite A If no satellite is available for a pair or you wish a single satellite configuration select NONE Refer to Tables 2 5 and 2 6 for available North American and Europ...

Page 48: ...n longitude Transponder information for each of the following polarizations frequencies vertical high vertical low horizontal high horizontal low OR right left Transponder information includes frequency symbol rate FEC code network ID in hexadecimal format This information can be obtained from your satellite service provider or from a number of sites on the Internet such as www satcodx com How to ...

Page 49: ... Maintenance Port 2 If you are using HyperTerminal open HyperTerminal and establish the following settings Bits per second 9600 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow control None If you are using the KVH Flash Update Wizard double click the KVH Flash Update Wizard shortcut on your computer s desktop to start the wizard Then go to the Select board to flash screen 3 Apply power to the TracVision ...

Page 50: ...Function configures one of the user configurable satellites with the longitude provided Response if valid entry echoes the input data if invalid entry returns error message 2 Type DEBUGON Enter to enter DEBUG mode 3 Enter the satellite s transponder information as follows Command SATCONFIG X N F S C ID P B D Enter Where SATCONFIG directs data to the RF Board X satellite location A USER1 B USER2 N ...

Page 51: ...ate 27500 FEC Code the same value as provided for those transponders with data Network ID 0x0000 Polarity and Band whichever combinations are not already provided 5 Type ZAP Enter to restart the antenna 6 If you need to configure a second user defined satellite repeat this procedure starting with Step 1 to enter data for the USER2 satellite You have now added your user defined satellite s to the s...

Page 52: ...you need to tell the antenna which of the two satellites it should initially acquire and track This step should be performed the first time a satellite is selected allowing the system to download the channel guide To do so enter the following parser command Command L A or B Enter Where A track Satellite A B track Satellite B 4 Type ZAP Enter to restart the antenna Examples of the user defined sate...

Page 53: ...cussed YOURSAT 123 at 122 West DVB Decoder Circular Polarization LNB Right Frequency 12 225 GHz Symbol Rate 20000 FEC Code 5 6 Network ID 4100 dec 0x1004 Left Frequency 12 456 GHz Symbol Rate 20000 FEC Code 5 6 Network ID 4100 dec 0x1004 Based on this information the data entered via the PC would look like this SATCONFIG USER1 122 W 3 C DEBUGON SATCONFIG A 98 12225 20000 56 0x1004 R U 3 SATCONFIG ...

Page 54: ...mbol Rate 27500 FEC Code 3 4 Network ID 2048 dec 0x0800 Vertical High Frequency 11 823 GHz Symbol Rate 27500 FEC Code 3 4 Network ID 2048 dec 0x0800 Vertical Low No Data Listed Horizontal Low No Data Listed Based on this information the data entered via the PC would look like this SATCONFIG USER1 7 W 3 L DEBUGON SATCONFIG A 98 11966 27500 34 0x0800 H H 3 SATCONFIG A 98 11823 27500 34 0x0800 V H 3 ...

Page 55: ...t connector on the rear of the MCU Connect the other end to the serial port on the PC a 9 pin 25 pin connector adapter may be needed for some PCs Figure 2 25 MCU Maintenance Port 2 If you are using HyperTerminal open HyperTerminal and establish the following settings Bits per second 9600 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow control None If you are using the KVH Flash Update Wizard double click...

Page 56: ...tion Score Once the vessel is moving the TracVision G8 s internal sensor calibrates itself automatically to compensate for minor magnetic distortions Since a well calibrated sensor is important to maintain system performance the calibration score should be checked the first time the vessel is underway See Viewing the Calibration Score on page 79 for details A sample startup sequence has been provi...

Page 57: ...erica Latin America DLA circular dual LNB North America Europe Linear quad LNB feed tube Latin America Mexico Australia Latin America North America Standard circular dual LNB Europe North America Standard circular dual Mexico LNB feed tube Australia Europe Latin America DLA circular dual Mexico LNB feed tube Australia Table 2 7 lists the part numbers for ordering these various options Table 2 7 LN...

Page 58: ...o receive satellite TV service in your new geographic location you will need to purchase a receiver designed for that location You will also need to activate the receiver for a satellite TV service that is available in that region Refer to your selected satellite TV service provider for more information You may also need to replace your television when changing geographic location In North America...

Page 59: ...lains how to use all of the MCU functions You will use the MCU to operate control and monitor the TracVision G8 Contents 3 1 Startup and Self test 59 3 2 Main Display and Accessing the Main Menu 60 3 3 Installing Satellites 62 3 4 Restarting the Antenna 64 3 5 Operations Mode 64 ...

Page 60: ...gure 3 1 TracVision G8 Startup Screens KVH Industries Inc TracVision G8 Init RF Board Sat A Menu Sat B Init Sensor Sat A Menu Sat B Init Antenna Sat A Menu Sat B Search mode 1 Sat A Menu Sat B Search mode 2 Sat A Menu Sat B Search mode 3 Sat A Menu Sat B Network ID Check Sat A Menu Sat B Init Rate Bias Sat A Menu Sat B To Main Display Tracking SAT NAME Sat A Menu Sat B Entering Tracking Sat A Menu...

Page 61: ...ble functions as follows Figure 3 3 Main Menu Functions 54 0198 60 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Tracking SAT NAME Sat A Menu Sat B Track Installed Satellite A Track Installed Satellite B Enter Main Menu Install Satellite Yes Next Return Tracking SAT NAME Sat A Menu Sat B Proceed to Section 3 3 Installing Satellites Restart Antenna Yes Next Return Operations Mode Yes ...

Page 62: ...t making any changes Antenna Error Messages At times the MCU might display error messages alerting you to a specific problem e g you have selected an invalid satellite pair Antenna not responding shown in Figure 3 4 indicates that no messages are being received from the antenna This is usually the result of the antenna not being powered up or the antenna being disconnected from the MCU This error ...

Page 63: ...to Section 3 4 Restarting the Antenna Install Satellite Yes Next Return Install A SAT NAME Yes Next Cancel Install B SAT NAME Yes Next Cancel Installing sats Please wait SAT Name and SAT NAME installed Selecting NEXT will cycle the display through all available satellites Selecting NEXT will cycle the display through all satellites that can be paired with the selection for Satellite A If no satell...

Page 64: ...the satellite listed below for Sky Mexico service linear quad LNB feed tube assembly required PAS_9 Latin America In Latin America choose one of the satellites listed below for DIRECTV Latin America DLA service DLA circular dual LNB required Australia In Australia you can pair together the two satellites listed below Linear quad LNB feed tube assembly required Using the MCU Interface 54 0198 63 As...

Page 65: ...t the display brightness Figure 3 7 Operational Mode Sequence 64 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Restart antenna Yes Next Return Antenna Restarted Proceed to Section 3 5 Operations Mode This screen is displayed for 3 seconds before returning to startup sequence and main display Get Antenna Status Yes Next Return Control Antenna Yes Next Return Operations Mode Yes Next R...

Page 66: ...us Yes Next Return Get system errors Yes Next Return Get version Yes Next Return Get serial number Yes Next Return Get thres sig level Yes Next Return Get skew angle Yes Next Return Get bit error rate Yes Next Return Get State Yes Next Return A Scan for system errors Access antenna type version and serial number information Check signal noise levels View the skew angle Display the bit error rate D...

Page 67: ...et system errors Yes Next Return Get Version Yes Next Return MCU Antenna RF Get skew angle Yes Next Return Skew angle If errors detected Signal level Threshold OR No errors detected Testing OK Test Test Type Testing Failure Push any Button to Proceed Push any Button to Proceed Push any Button to Proceed Get serial number Yes Next Return Antenna serial Push any Button to Proceed Push any Button to ...

Page 68: ...tart antenna Yes Next Return Set instant on off Yes Next Return Install satellite Yes Next Return Set Lat Long Yes Next Return select satellite Yes Next Return Sat frequency Scan Yes Next Return Set skew Yes Next Return Configure satellite Yes Next Return B Adjust the antenna s azimuth and elevation Restart the antenna Turn Sleep mode on off Turn Instant On Mode on off Install a new satellite pair...

Page 69: ...Guide to Technical Information Proceed to Restarting the Antenna Man control antenna Yes Next Return AZ XXX X EL XX X Azimuth AZ XXX X EL XX X Elevation Make antenna track Yes No Cancel YES tells the antenna to begin actively tracking the set azimuth and elevation NO leaves the antenna halted in its current position If the manual adjustment of the antenna reached the maximum rotation 720 the anten...

Page 70: ...etting for Sleep Mode is ON for North American and Latin American systems and OFF for European systems Figure 3 13 Sleep Mode Menu Using the MCU Interface 54 0198 69 Restart antenna Yes Next Return Antenna Restarted Proceed to Turning Sleep Mode On Off This screen is displayed for 3 seconds before returning to startup sequence and main data display Set sleep On Off Yes Next Return sLEEP mode ON On...

Page 71: ...esulting in a brief interruption of the TV signal The factory default setting for Instant On Mode is OFF Figure 3 14 Instant On Mode Menu 54 0198 70 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Set instant On Off Yes Next Return INSTANT mode ON On Return Off The antenna communication setting will be displayed based on current selection ON activates Instant On Mode Pushing the ON and...

Page 72: ...Next Return Install A SAT NAME Yes Next Cancel Install B SAT NAME Yes Next Cancel Installing sats Please wait SAT Name and SAT NAME installed Selecting NEXT will cycle the display through all available satellites Selecting NEXT will cycle the display through all satellites that can be paired with the selection for Satellite A If no satellite is available for a pair or you wish a single satellite c...

Page 73: ... ENTER will cycle the display through each digit and the direction option and then launch the LONGITUDE screen Use the keys to select each number and choose between EAST and WEST Selecting ENTER will cycle the display through each digit and the direction option and then display the selected latitude and longitude This screen is displayed for 3 seconds before returning to Set Lat Long If the latitu...

Page 74: ...l Satellite process Sat Name B corresponds to the second satellite selected during the Install Satellite process SAT NAME A selected SAT NAME B selected Proceed to Updating Satellite Frequency Data Set Skew Yes Next Return Skew Enter Enter the desired skew Use the keys to set the sign or and each number Selecting ENTER will cycle the display through each digit then return to Set Skew European syst...

Page 75: ...steps below 1 Place your receiver in the satellite signal meter mode 2 Select the desired satellite on the MCU Ensure the TV signal meter indicates that you have a strong signal If the antenna is unable to find the selected satellite automatically you can manually point the antenna see Manually Controlling the Antenna on page 68 3 Select the desired polarization and band on the receiver 4 Do not m...

Page 76: ...se the ENTER key to accept your selection Restart Antenna System No strong frequency Exit If no strong satellite signal is found at the selected frequency the screen will display Exit returns you to the Sat Frequency Scan screen Try the process again but using a different symbol rate or FEC code This scan may take up to 10 minutes to complete The vessel must remain stationary during this process T...

Page 77: ...r a number between 10700 12700 MHz Symbol Rate 01000 45000 Mbit sec FEC Code 1 2 2 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 or 7 8 Satellite Network ID 0x0000 0xffff hex 54 0198 76 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information North American satellites have two polarizations Left hand Circular LHC Right hand Circular RHC European satellites have four polarizations Horizontal High HH Horizontal Low HL Vertical ...

Page 78: ... Enter Configure FEC code Yes Next Cancel Set FEC Code X X Enter Configure network ID Yes Next Cancel Use the keys to set each digit of the number Selecting ENTER will cycle the display through each digit and then display the next configuration screen Note 2 Use the keys to scroll through the available FEC codes 1 2 2 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 7 8 Use the ENTER key to accept your selection Note 3 Note 2 Note ...

Page 79: ...accurate the sensor will become The factory default setting for Autocalibration is ON Figure 3 22 Setting Autocalibration 54 0198 78 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Set autocal on off Yes Next Return Get cal score Yes Next Return Control Compass Yes Next Return Clear Cal Score Yes Next Return Proceed to Setting Display Brightness Set autoCal On Off Yes Next Return AutoC...

Page 80: ... sensor s degree of accuracy Table 3 2 lists the five possible accuracy levels Table 3 2 Possible Compass Accuracy Levels ACC Score Accuracy 1º Better than 1º 2º Better than 2º 4º Better than 4º 8º Better than 8º BAD CAL Poor cal Using the MCU Interface 54 0198 79 ACC MagEnv Cal CAL 1 GOOD 3 Accuracy Magnetic Environment Calibration Update Number Proceed to Clearing the Calibration Get Cal Score Y...

Page 81: ...mber CAL The CAL indicates the number of times the sensor has calibrated itself It is used primarily to verify whether a new calibration has been accepted by the system Clearing the Calibration Clearing the calibration resets the system to the factory defaults Figure 3 25 Clearing the Calibration 54 0198 80 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Return to Selecting Autocalibra...

Page 82: ...e it dimmer When you are satisfied with the setting press the center button to accept the setting Figure 3 26 Setting Display Brightness Using the MCU Interface 54 0198 81 Return to Antenna Status Mode Set brightness Yes Next Return Min Bright Max Dim Display Brighten Display The MCU display offers 20 levels of brightness indicated by the number of asterisks Accept Setting and Return D ...

Page 83: ...symptoms and lists their possible causes and solutions Contents 4 1 Troubleshooting Matrix 85 4 2 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues 86 4 3 Receiver Troubleshooting 89 4 4 Antenna Gyro and LNB Faults 89 4 5 Computer Diagnostics 90 4 6 Maintenance Port Parser Commands 91 ...

Page 84: ... 2 S a t e l l i t e c o v e r a g e i s s u e A n t e n n a g y r o f a u l t y S e c t i o n 4 4 L N B a s s e m b l y f a u l t y S e c t i o n 4 4 S a t e l l i t e s i g n a l b l o c k e d I n c o r r e c t o r l o o s e R F c o n n e c t o r s R a d a r i n t e r f e r e n c e P O S S I B L E C A U S E A N D S O L U T I O N SYMPTOM P o w e r d i s t u r b a n c e b l o w n f u s e o r l o w...

Page 85: ...ait 20 seconds then restore power Blown Fuse The antenna unit is equipped with a 5 amp 125 volt fast blow fuse on the PCB module The MCU is equipped with a 15 amp 125 volt fast blow fuse on its rear panel If either of these fuses has blown or been broken the system will not work To access the MCU fuse simply unscrew the fuse holder cap on the rear panel For details on accessing the antenna s PCB m...

Page 86: ... for at least 10 seconds Then turn the system back on ensuring that the vessel is either motionless or traveling in a straight line for the two minutes immediately following power up Data Power Cable Interference Depending on how cables are routed conducted emissions from the system s data power cable may cause reduced picture quality on your TV screen If the picture quality degrades only when the...

Page 87: ... the TracVision G8 antenna unit is in the optimal location Simply moving the vessel to clear an external obstruction will also restore signal quality Satellite Coverage Issue TracVision G8 will provide outstanding reception within the 32 82 cm antenna coverage area for your satellite television service of choice However signal quality can be degraded as you approach the fringe coverage areas Refer...

Page 88: ...f Multiswitch Used An active not passive multiswitch must always be used to connect the TracVision G8 system to multiple receivers Refer to Section 2 3 Connecting the Receiver s on page 31 for directions on proper multiswitch multiple receiver cabling 4 3 Receiver Troubleshooting The receiver that was provided with your satellite television service may also be the cause of less than ideal operatio...

Page 89: ...e serial port on your PC a 9 pin 25 pin connector adapter may be needed for some PCs Figure 4 3 MCU Maintenance Port 2 If you are using HyperTerminal open HyperTerminal and establish the following settings Bits per second 9600 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow control None If you are using the KVH Flash Update Wizard double click the KVH Flash Update Wizard shortcut on your computer s deskt...

Page 90: ...lization Data should be scrolling on the PC display to identify any system problems detected If no data appears recheck your connections and setup 4 6 Maintenance Port Antenna Commands TracVision G8 system antenna commands are detailed in Appendix D on page 129 Troubleshooting 54 0198 91 ...

Page 91: ...hrough the Hatch 98 5 5 Replacing the PCB Module Fuse 98 5 6 Replacing the PCB Module 99 5 7 Replacing the RF PCB 101 5 8 Replacing the Internal Sensor 103 5 9 Replacing the Azimuth Gyro 104 5 10 Replacing the Elevation Gyro 106 5 11 Replacing the Azimuth Motor 107 5 12 Replacing the Azimuth Belt 109 5 13 Replacing the Elevation Motor 110 5 14 Replacing the Elevation Belt 112 5 15 Replacing the Sk...

Page 92: ...tain peak performance Monthly Wash the exterior of the radome and baseplate assembly with fresh water a mild detergent may be added to remove grime Use caution when spraying the radome directly with high pressure water Do not apply abrasive cleaners or volatile solvents such as acetone to the ABS radome Check all connectors at the MCU and receiver Remove connectors and examine for signs of corrosi...

Page 93: ...05 0137 Skew Motor 19 0110 Skew Belt 24 0124 0144 Standard Circular Dual LNB 02 0870 Standard Circular Dual LNB Feed Tube Assembly 02 1282 01 DLA Circular Dual LNB Assembly 02 0870 01 DLA Circular Dual LNB Feed Tube Assembly 02 1282 03 Linear Quad LNB Assembly 02 1323 Linear Quad LNB Feed Tube Assembly 02 1282 04 Data power Cable 32 0744 0100 PC Cable 32 0628 06 Receiver Ground Wire 32 0583 50 MCU...

Page 94: ...e units Figures 5 1 and 5 2 show the locations of a number of components within the antenna unit Figure 5 1 TracVision G8 Antenna Unit Front View Figure 5 2 TracVision G8 Antenna Unit Rear View Maintenance 54 0198 97 TracVision G8 components receive power from multiple sources Do not open any electrical assemblies or attempt servicing until receiver power and vessel input power are disconnected PC...

Page 95: ...M4 screws securing the hatch cover to the baseplate Figure 5 3 Baseplate Access Hatch 5 5 Replacing the PCB Module Fuse The PCB module is equipped with a 5 amp 125 volt fast blow fuse If this fuse has blown or been broken simply unscrew the fuse holder cap on the PCB module and replace the fuse Figure 5 4 PCB Module Fuse Location 54 0198 98 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Informati...

Page 96: ... antenna unit and the receiver 4 Disconnect all cables from the PCB module Use a 7 16 wrench to carefully disconnect the two RF cables Figure 5 5 PCB Module Connections 5 Loosen the four captive screws securing the PCB module to the antenna frame Remove the PCB module 6 Attach the new PCB module to the antenna frame using the module s four captive screws Maintenance 54 0198 99 RF Cable Connectors ...

Page 97: ...l number you recorded in Step 2 Then press Enter 13 Type ZAP then press Enter to restart reinitialize the system 14 Calibrate the antenna gyros as explained in Calibrating the Gyros on page 105 15 Reinstall your selected satellites as explained in Section 2 7 Installing Satellites Using the MCU on page 42 54 0198 100 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information POWER ELEVATION GYRO ...

Page 98: ...e PCB module Use a 7 16 wrench to carefully disconnect the two RF cables Figure 5 7 PCB Module Connetions 3 Loosen the four captive screws securing the PCB module to the antenna frame Remove the PCB module and bring it belowdecks for bench work 4 Remove the four 6 32 screws and flat washers securing the RF PCB cover to the PCB module Set aside the RF PCB cover Figure 5 8 RF PCB Cover Maintenance 5...

Page 99: ... to the PCB module with the standoffs 8 Reconnect the Molex connector that you removed in Step 5 and reinstall the PCB cover that you removed in Step 4 9 Reattach the PCB module to the antenna frame using the module s four captive screws 10 Reconnect the cables that you removed in Step 2 Be sure to reconnect all cables in their proper positions Figure 5 6 on page 100 shows the proper connector ass...

Page 100: ...de View 2 Using a 3 8 nut driver socket remove the four 10 32 self locking nuts and flat washers securing the internal sensor assembly to the sensor bracket Remove the old internal sensor Figure 5 11 Internal Sensor Assembly Top View Maintenance 54 0198 103 Sensor Cable Connector 10 32 Self locking Nuts x 4 Sensor Bracket Internal Sensor ...

Page 101: ...ble from the in line connector Figure 5 12 Azimuth Gyro 2 Remove the two M2 5 screws securing the gyro to the LNB feed tube assembly Remove the old gyro 3 Apply a drop of Loctite threadlocker to the threads of the screws that you removed in Step 2 Install the new azimuth gyro and secure in place with the two screws 4 Connect the new gyro cable to the in line connector that you disconnected in Step...

Page 102: ...mits and then go to the home position 3 Type DEBUGON then press Enter to enter the Debug Mode 4 Type EL 300 then press Enter 5 Using a digital level or equivalent measure and record the angle of the feed tube as shown in Figure 5 13 Figure 5 13 Measuring Feed Tube Angle 6 Type CALUP XX X where XX X is the number you recorded in Step 5 Then press Enter 7 Type CALGYRO then press Enter Verify that th...

Page 103: ...Loctite threadlocker to the threads of the screws that you removed in Step 2 Install the new elevation gyro and secure in place with the two screws 4 Connect the new gyro cable to the in line connector that you disconnected in Step 1 5 Calibrate the gyro as described in Calibrating the Gyros on page 105 54 0198 106 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Gyro Cable Connector M2...

Page 104: ...or shield by pressing on the two sides of the shield above the release tabs 3 Remove the four 8 32 screws and locking nuts securing the motor to the antenna frame Remove the old azimuth motor Figure 5 16 Azimuth Motor Shield Removed Maintenance 54 0198 107 8 32 Screws x 4 Azimuth Motor Motor Cable Connector Azimuth Motor Release Tab ...

Page 105: ...il the belt is tight around the motor hub and azimuth pulley Then tighten the screws and locking nuts Some readjustment may be necessary if the belt tension results in excessive vibration Figure 5 18 Azimuth Belt 6 Reinstall the shield that you removed in Step 2 7 Reconnect the motor cable that you removed in Step 1 54 0198 108 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information 8 32 Locki...

Page 106: ...th are on the inside of the belt Once the belt is in place work it back and forth to ensure that the belt is aligned and the teeth are engaged with the pulley and motor hub Ensure that the belt fits tightly around the pulley and hub To tighten the belt loosen the azimuth motor s 8 32 locking nuts slide the motor until the belt is tight then retighten the locking nuts Figure 5 20 Azimuth Belt Maint...

Page 107: ... the shield above the release tabs 3 Remove the four 8 32 screws and washers securing the motor to the antenna frame Remove the old elevation motor Figure 5 22 Elevation Motor Shield Removed 54 0198 110 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Elevation Motor Release Tab 8 32 Screws and Washers x 4 Elevation Motor Motor Hub Elevation Belt Motor Cable Connector ...

Page 108: ...5 Slide the motor until the belt is tight around the motor hub and elevation pulley Tighten the screws Some readjustment may be necessary if the belt tension results in excessive vibration Figure 5 23 Elevation Belt 6 Reinstall the shield that you removed in Step 2 7 Reconnect the motor cable that you removed in Step 1 Maintenance 54 0198 111 Elevation Pulley Elevation Belt Motor Hub ...

Page 109: ...etween the rollers and around the motor hub Ensure that the teeth are on the inside of the belt Once the belt is in place work it back and forth to ensure that the belt is aligned and the teeth are engaged with the pulley 4 Loosen the 8 32 screws and slide the motor downward until the belt is tight around the motor hub and the elevation pulley Some readjustment may be necessary if the belt tension...

Page 110: ...in line connectors 3 Disconnect the skew motor cable from the PCB module and remove the cable clamp securing the skew motor cable to the PCB module bracket Figure 5 26 Skew Motor Cable Connector on PCB Module Maintenance 54 0198 113 RF Cable Connectors LNB Skew Motor 8 32 Screws x 4 POWER ELEVATION GYRO INTERNAL SENSOR SKEW MOTOR ELEVATION AZIMUTH MOTORS AZIMUTH ROLL GYRO LIMIT SWITCHES FUSE Skew ...

Page 111: ...5 Remove the LNB feed tube assembly 6 Disconnect the motor cable from the skew motor Figure 5 28 Skew Motor and Belt 7 Using a 2 5 mm allen wrench remove the four M3 cap screws and 4 washers securing the motor to the LNB feed tube assembly see Figure 5 28 Remove the old skew motor 54 0198 114 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information Pulley Motor Hub M3 Cap Screws and 4 Washers x...

Page 112: ... feed tube assembly with the belt positioned around the outer lip of the motor hub Ensure that the motor s connector is facing the motor cable as shown in Figure 5 28 Reinstall the washers and screws that you removed in Step 7 but do not tighten them yet 11 Slide the motor to adjust the belt tension until the belt teeth fully engage the motor hub and the pulley Tighten the motor cap screws Some re...

Page 113: ...o the feed tube assembly collar and secure in place with the 8 32 set screws 17 Reconnect the cables you removed in Steps 1 2 and 3 5 16 Replacing the Skew Belt Linear Quad LNB Systems Only 1 Follow Steps 1 through 5 of the previous section 2 Using a 2 5 mm allen wrench loosen do not remove the four M3 cap screws securing the motor to the bracket until the motor is free to slide back and forth Sli...

Page 114: ...s in excessive vibration 6 Once the belt is at the proper tension tighten the motor s four M3 cap screws 7 Follow Steps 13 through 17 of the previous section 5 17 Replacing the LNB 1 Using a 7 16 wrench carefully disconnect the RF cables from the LNB Figure 5 32 LNB Linear Quad Version Shown 2 Using a 5 64 allen key loosen the two 8 32 set screws securing the LNB in place Remove the old LNB 3 Inst...

Page 115: ...sconnect the skew motor cable from the PCB module and remove the cable clamp securing the skew motor cable to the PCB module bracket Figure 5 34 Skew Motor Cable Connector on PCB Module 54 0198 118 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to Technical Information POWER ELEVATION GYRO INTERNAL SENSOR SKEW MOTOR ELEVATION AZIMUTH MOTORS AZIMUTH ROLL GYRO LIMIT SWITCHES FUSE Skew Motor Cable Connector RF C...

Page 116: ...ll amount of Loctite threadlocker to the threads of the four 8 32 screws that you removed in Step 5 7 Install the new LNB feed tube assembly and secure in place with the 8 32 screws 8 Apply a small amount of Loctite threadlocker to the threads of the two 8 32 set screws that you loosened in Step 4 9 Carefully insert the new feed tube into the feed tube assembly collar and secure in place with the ...

Page 117: ...ompanying this product a Return Material Authorization RMA number is required prior to the return of the TracVision G8 system to KVH Contact the KVH Technical Support Department at 1 401 847 3327 or via e mail at techs kvh com to obtain the RMA number Please review your warranty to familiarize yourself with all requirements liabilities and policies 54 0198 120 TracVision G8 Owner s Manual Guide to...

Page 118: ...ns several appendices of supplemental information including a mounting template startup data and antenna commands Contents A System Specifications 123 B MCU Flush Mount Panel Template 125 C Startup Data Sequence 127 D Maintenance Port Antenna Commands 129 ...

Page 119: ...to 85 C Input Power Input 9 36 VDC 120 W max 90 W typical Power to the antenna is galvanically isolated from input power Antenna System Performance Minimum EIRP 44 dBW Elevation range 15 to 85 Azimuth range 720 Tracking rate 30 second Position repeatability 0 1 Skew control Automatic GPS Internal Antenna dish 32 82 cm dia LNB Three variations Standard circular dual LNB DLA circular dual LNB Linear...

Page 120: ...8 87 225 mm 7 62 194 mm 63 16 mm 3 08 78 mm 1 83 46 mm 63 16 mm 4x 19 5 mm Thru 4x R 63 16 mm Appendix B ADCU Flush Mount Panel Template Scale 1 1 Appendix B MCU Flush Mount Panel Template Scale 1 1 125 ...

Page 121: ...370 20000 56 0x1004 R U 3 Satellite Configuration Data Satellite B RF F B 12370 20000 56 0x1004 R U 3 RF F B 12326 20000 56 0x1004 L U 3 RF F B 12326 20000 56 0x1004 L U 3 RF RF PCB Version X X Current RF software revision RF COMM PASS PASS is expected RF DVB DSS 5 Init Antenna NO GPS Default Used GPS has no lock upon power up GPS DEFAULT 41 N 71 W 083000 00 GPS DSS_101 AZ 220 8 EL 33 4 GPS DSS_11...

Page 122: ...6 8 2554 the selected satellite s network ID PRY 1 4 2 2 242 3 RF Y 0xFFFE Indicates positive satellite identification Tracking DSS_101 Identifies satellite currently tracked Avg 37 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TV broadcast image should be available Set con radius to 0 250 and 0 250 RF IGNORE ID 0x0000 POS 352 0 35 8 2634 PRY 1 2 2 2 242 2 Avg 37 6 37 1 36 9 36 5 37 0 Saved Sat Pos AZ 233 0 EL 37 0 POS 351 9...

Page 123: ...ot case sensitive In most cases the command is responded to with an echo that is if you type ZAP for example and press ENTER the response will be the command you have entered For other commands the response is specific for each command such as VERSION STATUS or HELP D 1 System Commands Software Version Function reports software revision version and system type Command VERSION Argument none Respons...

Page 124: ...rgument desired azimuth angle of the mechanism relative to baseplate fwd 000 359 9 Response echoes the command mechanism moves at a fixed velocity Elevation Angle Function commands a manual elevation angle Command EL xxx range is 100 850 Argument desired elevation angle of the mechanism relative to up 10 0 85 0 Response echoes the command mechanism moves at a fixed velocity Skew Angle Function com...

Page 125: ...nd 4 Argument none Response echoes the command Elevation UP Step Function commands a 0 1 deg UP manual step in elevation angle Command 8 Argument none Response echoes the command Elevation DOWN Step Function commands a 0 1 deg DOWN manual step in elevation angle Command 2 Argument none Response echoes the command D 3 Operational Commands Tracking Mode Function starts active tracking of the satelli...

Page 126: ...ied decimal Command WRAPANGLE xxxx Argument the desired cable wrap angle setting Response Wrap Angle xxxx D 4 Tracking and Conical Scan Commands Target Location Function reports the target location in antenna frame Data format is E for elevation in degrees 000 900 and A for azimuth in degrees 0000 3599 with implied decimals Command TGTLOCATION Argument none Response Target Location A E A B E A Ana...

Page 127: ...rr r Yaw yyy y Compass Calibration Score Function reports compass calibration score Command CALSCORE Argument none Response Cal Score xxx Compass Calibration Enable Function enables the sensor module compass calibration Command CALON Argument none Response echoes the command Compass Calibration Disable Function disables the sensor module compass calibration Command CALOFF Argument none Response ec...

Page 128: ...s set to 0x0000 otherwise it will be set to valid For example the Mode bit will be set to invalid when the frequency is set to 00000 to indicate that there is not a frequency to track for the LNB tone and voltage setting Report RF Tracking Parameters Function reports all RF tracking parameters for primary secondary satellites Command SATCONFIG Response F x fffff S C ID P B D cr Where x Satellite A...

Page 129: ... S the satellite transponder symbol rate in Mbit second 01000 29999 C the FEC code e g 12 23 34 56 67 78 ID the satellite network ID in hexidecimal format 0x P the LNB polarization V vertical H horizontal R right L left B the LNB down conversion frequency L low H high G Latin America U USA D decoding type 1 DSS A 2 DSS B 3 DVB ID Match Decoded Network ID Function report ID match and decoded networ...

Page 130: ...rt names for satellites A and B Command SATINSTALL Response SATINSTALL sat_a_name sat_b_name Report Configured Satellite Names Function report names for all configured satellites Command SATLISTA Response SATLISTA sat_name1 sat_nameX Report Valid Satellite B Selections Function report names for all valid satellite B selections for a given satellite A selection Command SATLISTB sat_a_name Response ...

Page 131: ...ular L linear D 8 Debug Commands Report Offset Angles Function reports system offset angles Command OFFSETS OFFSETS XXXXX YYYY Response Offsets XXXXX X XXXXX X Where X new azimuth offset 1800 1800 Y new elevation angle 450 450 Install Default Satellites Function Installs predefined satellite pairs Command SATPAIR X Response displays numerous frequency commands and reports Satellite Installation Co...

Page 132: ...Satellite Tracked Update Value Function reports the last satellite tracked or updates the last tracked satellite to the value input if it is different from the current value Command LASTSAT LASTSAT X Response Last sat_name Where X A updates to Satellite A or X B updates to Satellite B ...

Page 133: ...ss MCU display 81 buttons MCU 60 C cable unwrap 8 cables connecting See wiring cal score 53 79 calibration 78 80 105 CANCEL key 61 caution 31 36 97 changing channels 6 7 changing geographic location 54 55 checking out the system 52 53 choosing locations 23 25 circuit breaker 36 cleaning the antenna 95 clearing the calibration 80 commands maintenance port 129 138 commissioning the receiver s 40 com...

Page 134: ...te wizard 90 flush mount bracket MCU 39 flush mount template 125 Forward arrow 26 frequency 76 F type connector 21 29 fuse 36 86 98 G geographic location changing 54 global support program 95 GPS 3 72 grounding 35 37 H hatch 98 HyperTerminal settings 46 I installer qualifications 21 installing satellites 42 51 Instant On mode 70 interface user 10 interference 87 internal sensor replacing 103 104 K...

Page 135: ... 64 Set Brightness 81 Mexican satellite 16 mounting holes antenna 26 mounting template antenna 26 mounting the antenna 26 31 mounting the MCU 38 39 moving to another region 54 multiswitch 32 34 89 N noise antenna 8 North American satellites 16 N type connector 28 O overload protection 36 P packing list 18 painting the antena 25 parser commands 129 138 part numbers 18 22 23 54 96 parts replacement ...

Page 136: ...shipping 27 120 RETURN key 61 returning components 96 returning the antenna 120 RF cables 21 29 31 34 RF flash port 35 RF PCB replacing 101 102 RMA number 95 120 S safety warning 31 36 97 satellite Australia 17 coverage area 5 88 Europe 16 Latin America 17 library 16 Mexico 16 North America U S 16 polarizations 76 programming 42 51 switching 6 7 satellite frequency data changes 89 Satellite Freque...

Page 137: ... 3 transponder information 45 troubleshooting 83 91 troubleshooting matrix 85 turning during startup 87 turning Instant On on off 70 turning on the system 6 turning Sleep Mode on off 69 U updating satellite frequency data 74 U S satellites 16 V Velcro fastening MCU 38 vibration minimizing 24 video standards 55 voltage level 36 86 123 W warning safety 31 36 97 watching TV 8 wiring data power cable ...

Page 138: ...5279 U S A Phone 1 401 847 3327 Fax 1 401 849 0045 E mail info kvh com Internet www kvh com KVH Europe A S Kokkedal Industripark 2B 2980 Kokkedal Denmark Phone 45 45 160 180 Fax 45 45 160 181 E mail info kvh dk Internet www kvh com TVG8_OM_Binder Back Cvr_11 05 ...

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