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54-0274-01 Rev. C

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© 2006 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved.

These instructions explain how to install the TracVision M3 satellite TV antenna
system on a vessel. Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in
the Quick Start Guide and Receiver User’s Guide.

TracVision

®

M3 Installation Guide

Who Should Install the System?

To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized
marine technician install the TracVision M3 system. To find a technician near you, go to

www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice

. If you purchased the product and decide to install it

yourself, please see the enclosed warranty statement for warranty implications.

Technical Support

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

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

KVH and TracVision are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc.; DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc.

The unique light-colored dome with dark contrasting base is a registered trademark of KVH Industries, Inc. U.S. patents pending.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. No company shall be liable for errors contained herein.

Important Safety Precaution

DO NOT apply power to the TracVision antenna with the radome removed
because the antenna has moving parts that can cause injury.

CAUTION

Installation Steps

1.

Inspect parts and get tools

7.  Wire the receiver

2.

Plan the installation

8. Connect 

power

3.

Prepare the mounting site

9.

Install the receiver

4.

Wire the antenna

10. Install batteries in the remote

5.

Remove the restraint

11. Test the system 

6.

Mount the antenna

12. Educate the customer

ST Version with DIRECTV

®

Mobile Receiver

Содержание TracVision M2 Linear Configuration

Страница 1: ...TracVision M3 Installation Guide TracVision M3 ST Version DIRECTV Mobile Receiver...

Страница 2: ...e to keep the end with the rubber boot at the antenna site so that you can install the boot at the antenna s cable connection If you are using a right angle connector place the right angle rubber boot...

Страница 3: ...KVH Technical Support Phone 1 401 847 3327 E mail techs kvh com KVH and TracVision are registered trademarks of KVH Industries Inc DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc The unique light col...

Страница 4: ...ed Activation Card 54 0274 01 Rev C 2 2006 KVH Industries Inc All rights reserved Inspect Parts and Get Tools 1 Always lift the antenna by the silver base and never by the radome or any portion of the...

Страница 5: ...strong enough to support the 18 pound antenna Use a separate mounting plate if necessary Custom mounting solutions including struts and masts are available from several third party manufacturers Cont...

Страница 6: ...able access hole either in the center of the antenna mounting hole pattern or in an area aft of the antenna Later you will route the antenna cable through this hole and into the vessel 5 Drill the cab...

Страница 7: ...to the antenna 5 If you wish to route the cable beneath the antenna attach the right angle connector to the end of the cable Hand tighten then tighten with a 7 16 wrench for 1 4 turn to ensure an ele...

Страница 8: ...use 3 Position the antenna onto the mounting surface The antenna s base should rest squarely atop the foam seal 4 Align the four holes in the antenna s base with the four holes in the mounting surfac...

Страница 9: ...re bottomed against the mounting surface 3 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 ba...

Страница 10: ...one of the following options Option 1 RCA type A V jacks cables included Option 2 Digital audio jack 5 Tighten all connections and leave enough slack in the cables service loop for easy serviceabilit...

Страница 11: ...s to a dedicated 10 amp or 15 amp circuit breaker Connect the negative black wire to ground power return and connect the positive red wire to 12 VDC vessel power 3 Plug the other end of the power wire...

Страница 12: ...3 feet 1 meter 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 surroun...

Страница 13: ...uide A progress bar should display on your TV It could take 60 seconds to load the guide 5 Once a DIRECTV picture appears on the TV verify that the 3 status lights on the front of the receiver are lit...

Страница 14: ...in or snow may temporarily interrupt reception 54 0274 01 Rev C 12 2006 KVH Industries Inc All rights reserved The antenna should be cleaned regularly Dirt buildup on the radome can affect satellite T...

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