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KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with dark 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. © 2008-2010 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 

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These instructions explain how to install the TracVision R5SL/R4SL on an RV or motor coach. 
Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the 

User’s Guide

.

Installation Steps

Who Should Install the System?

To ensure a safe and effective installation, KVH recommends that a KVH-authorized technician 
install the TracVision R5SL/R4SL 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 for warranty implications.

Related Documentation

The following additional documents are provided with the TracVision R5SL/R4SL system:

Technical Support

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

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

(Mon.-Fri., 9 am-6 pm ET; Sat. 9 am-2 pm ET)

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Inspect Parts and Get Tools ............ 3

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Plan the Installation.......................... 4

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Remove the Restraints ..................... 5

4.

Mount the Antenna .......................... 6

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Cut Out the Switchplate Hole......... 7

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Wire the Antenna ............................. 8

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Seal the Cable Access Hole.............. 9

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Wire the Receiver(s) ....................... 10

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Ground the System......................... 11

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Wire the Switchplate...................... 12

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Install Service Key(s)...................... 13

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Mount the Switchplate................... 14

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Set Up and Test the System........... 15

14.

Educate the Customer.................... 16

Document

Description

User’s Guide

Operation, setup, and troubleshooting information

Product Registration Form

Details on registering the product with KVH

Warranty Statement

Warranty terms and conditions

Contents List

List of every part supplied in the kit

TracVision

®

 

R5SL/R4SL Installation Guide

Содержание TracVision R4SL

Страница 1: ...de to install it yourself please see the enclosed warranty statement for warranty implications Related Documentation The following additional documents are provided with the TracVision R5SL R4SL system Technical Support If you need technical assistance please contact KVH Technical Support Phone 1 401 847 3327 E mail techs kvh com Mon Fri 9 am 6 pm ET Sat 9 am 2 pm ET 1 Inspect Parts and Get Tools ...

Страница 2: ...talling two or more receivers Silicone sealant RTV or equivalent 7 16 open end wrench Construction adhesive suitable for the roof Fasteners suitable for mounting the antenna to the roof Augat IT1000 connector installation tool KVH part 19 0242 Satellite TV receiver s for your desired service see Figure 2 for a list of validated receivers for information on connecting different receiver models cont...

Страница 3: ...location for the switchplate that will be easily accessible to the user Take into account the 28 foot length of the power data cable that connects from the antenna to the switchplate the power supply s six foot power cord as well as accessibility to the equipment after installation NOTE If you need a longer power data cable KVH offers 45 foot KVH part 32 0730 45 and 60 foot KVH part 32 0730 60 cab...

Страница 4: ...aseplate see Figure 5 You do not need to remove the radome c After removing the tie wraps seal the four tie wrap holes and two additional holes in the bottom of the baseplate with the plugs provided in the kitpack see Figure 6 Figure 5 Removing the Shipping Restraints Once you have removed the restraints keep the antenna level as much as possible and handle the antenna unit carefully Improper hand...

Страница 5: ...ont of the vehicle see Figure 7 c Attach the three antenna mounting plates to the roof using 15 fasteners appropriate for the roof s construction see Figure 8 d Seal all fasteners with silicone sealant or equivalent see Figure 9 Figure 7 Antenna Orientation Front of Vehicle Front Mounting Plate Forward Arrow Baseplate Connectors Antenna Top View Vehicle Centerline Figure 8 Attaching the Mounting P...

Страница 6: ...te the switchplate see Figure 10 b Using the same template mark the locations for the four switchplate mounting holes c Drill a 3 32 2 25 mm hole at the four mounting hole locations Later you will mount the switchplate using four 6 screws Figure 10 Switchplate Cutout Dimensions Panel Cutout 0 16 4 mm 3 32 2 25 mm dia 3 82 97 mm 0 32 8 mm 2 05 52 mm 3 19 81 mm 2 36 60 mm Cut Out the Switchplate Hol...

Страница 7: ...t on the RF cable is located on the end of the cable closest to the antenna s baseplate connectors e Connect an RF cable to the antenna s RF1 connector Hand tighten first then tighten with a 7 16 wrench for 1 4 turn NOTE Leave the protective cap installed on the RF2 connector unless you are connecting a second RF cable f If you plan to connect multiple receivers connect a second RF cable to the RF...

Страница 8: ...n the kitpack over the cable access hole using three of the supplied 6 screws see Figure 13 c Route the RF cable s to the grounding block location you chose in Plan the Installation on page 4 d Route the power data cable through the switchplate cutout you made in Cut Out the Switchplate Hole on page 7 Figure 13 Installing the Clamshell Ventilator Clamshell Ventilator Power Data RF Cables 6 Screw x...

Страница 9: ...llite In connector on the primary receiver see Figure 15 e If you are connecting a second receiver connect an RF cable from the RF2 connector on the grounding block to the Satellite In connector on the secondary receiver f Connect the receiver s to the customer s television s Follow the instructions in the receiver s manual Figure 14 Augat IT1000 Connector Installation Tool If you cut the RF cable...

Страница 10: ...nect the other end of the wire to a suitable vehicle AC ground b Using the two 6 screws supplied with the grounding block mount the grounding block at the location you chose in Plan the Installation on page 4 Figure 16 Grounding Block Mounting and Grounding From Antenna Grounding Block Vehicle AC Ground Ground Wire To Receivers Grounding Screw x2 6 Mounting Screw x2 Ground the System 9 ...

Страница 11: ...ate s input power terminals see Figure 17 NOTE Strain relieve the wires to ensure a reliable connection d Connect the AC power cord to the power supply Then plug the power cord into the vehicle s AC power CAUTION For your own safety shut down vehicle power before you connect wires Test the circuit to ensure no power is present 100 240 VAC To Vehicle AC Power Power Supply 15 VDC Red Ground Black Gr...

Страница 12: ...vice key A to the front of the switchplate see Figure 20 DISH 500 Connect both service keys to the switchplate see Figure 20 and Figure 21 Bell TV Formerly ExpressVu Connect service key B to the back of the switchplate to set up the system to track the Bell TV 91 and 82 satellites see Figure 21 NOTE If you wish to set up the system to track satellites not listed above do not connect any service ke...

Страница 13: ... 4 mm mounting holes in the switchplate s screw cavities see Figure 22 c Mount the switchplate to the mounting surface using four 6 screws d Gently snap the switchplate cover onto the front of the switchplate to conceal the mounting screws Figure 22 Switchplate Mounting 5 32 4 mm Mounting Hole x4 6 Screw x4 Front Cover Switchplate Mounting Surface Mount the Switchplate 12 ...

Страница 14: ...ceiver refer to your selected receiver s user manual d Set the switchplate s POWER switch to the ON position see Figure 23 Within a few minutes a picture should appear on the TV e TracVision R5SL only Take a road test to verify the antenna tracks the satellite while the vehicle is moving f When you have finished testing set the switchplate s POWER switch to the OFF O position Be sure to leave the ...

Страница 15: ... DISH 1000 129 mode is limited to stationary use only Also before you turn on the antenna you must first select satellite 119 and transponder 17 at the receiver s Point Dish Signal Strength screen press MENU 6 1 1 Please register the system with KVH The registration process is quick easy online and ensures the best possible service from KVH Visit www kvh com register or refer to the Product Regist...

Страница 16: ... includes the switchplate mounting template and provides supplemental instructions for special or advanced configurations Contents A Connecting 3 or More Receivers 19 B Choosing Alternate Satellites 20 C Switchplate Template 21 ...

Страница 17: ...es Automatic satellite switching in any operating mode including DISH 1000 129 R5SL only In motion operation in any mode including DISH 1000 129 Support for three or more receivers Capability for the user to select at any time which receiver controls satellite selection Simply turn the knob Receiver 3 SATELLITE IN OUT TO TV TV ANT CABLE IN AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO PHONE JACK R L SATELLITE IN Receiver 2...

Страница 18: ... to the Flash Update Wizard s Help file b Type HALT then press Enter c Choose your desired satellites from the satellite library see Figure B 1 d Type the following command then press Enter Be sure to use the proper install name s for your selected satellite s SATINSTALL SAT_A_NAME SAT_B_NAME NOTE Select the satellite you want to track first as SAT_A Once the procedure is complete the TracVision R...

Страница 19: ...21 Switchplate Template C Panel Cutout 0 16 4 mm 3 32 2 25 mm dia 0 32 8 mm 2 05 52 mm 3 19 81 mm 2 36 60 mm 3 82 97 mm ...

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