TracVision M5 User manual
TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide
TracVision M5/M7
Switchplate Configuration
KVH Part # 54-0419 Rev. D
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TracVision M5/M7 User’s Guide
TracVision M5/M7
Switchplate Configuration
User’s Guide
This user’s guide provides all of the basic information you need to
operate, set up, and troubleshoot the TracVision M5/M7 satellite
TV antenna system. For detailed installation information, please
refer to the TracVision M5/M7 Installation Guide.
Please direct questions, comments, or suggestions to:
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Table of Contents
1Introduction
Using this Manual..............................................................................3
System Overview...............................................................................5
Circular and Linear Versions..............................................................7
2Operation
Receiving Satellite TV Signals.........................................................11
Turning the System On/Off..............................................................12
Changing Channels and Switching Between Satellites
(Circular Versions)...........................................................................13
Changing Channels and Switching Between Satellites
(Linear Versions)..............................................................................19
Receiver Requirements ...................................................................21
Product Care....................................................................................23
3 Settings
Connecting a PC to the Maintenance Port.......................................27
Setting Sleep Mode .........................................................................29
Setting Latitude and Longitude........................................................30
Setting the LNB Skew Angle (Linear Versions)................................31
Determining Which Satellites are Configured for Tracking .............36
DISH 1000 Setup..............................................................................38
DISH 500/ExpressVu Setup..............................................................43
European Tri-Sat Setup...................................................................46
Configuring the Antenna to Track Different Satellites.....................48
Switching Between Installed Satellites Using a PC.........................51
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4 Troubleshooting
Five Simple Checks..........................................................................55
Troubleshooting Matrix....................................................................56
Causes and Remedies for Operational Issues..................................57
Technical Support............................................................................61
A Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram for One or Two Receivers ......................................65
Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers
(Circular Version).............................................................................66
Wiring Diagram for Three or Four Receivers
(Linear Quad-Output LNB Version)...................................................67
B Position Grids
European Position Grid.....................................................................71
North American Position Grid...........................................................72
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
1. Introduction
This chapter provides a basic overview of this manual and your
TracVision system.
Contents
Using this Manual..............................................................3
System Overview...............................................................5
Circular and Linear Versions..............................................7
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Using this Manual
This manual provides complete operation, setup, and troubleshooting
information for your TracVision system, as well as wiring diagrams
for various TracVision M5/M7 system configurations.
Who Should Use This Manual
The user should refer to the “Operation” chapter to learn how to
operate the system.
The user, installer, or servicing technician should refer to the
“Settings” chapter for information on configuring the system and the
“Wiring Diagrams” appendix for information on connecting
additional receivers.
The user and/or servicing technician should refer to the
“Troubleshooting” chapter to help identify the cause of a system
problem.
Notifications Used in this Manual
This manual uses the following notifications to call attention to
important information:
NOTE: Notes contain useful information about system settings.
TIP: Tips contain helpful information, allowing you to get the most out of
your TracVision system.
CAUTION
This is a danger, warning, or caution notice. Be sure to read
these carefully to avoid injury!
This is an important notice. Be sure to read these carefully to
ensure proper operation and configuration of your TracVision
system.
IMPORTANT!
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Typographical Conventions
This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Related Documentation
In addition to this User’s Guide, the following documents are
provided with your TracVision system:
Text Example Description
HALT Bold text in capital letters indicates a command
to be entered via a PC
XBold text in italicized capital letters indicates a
variable portion of a PC command
Document Description
Installation Guide Complete product installation
instructions
Product Registration Form Details on registering the product
Warranty Statement Warranty terms and conditions
Contents List List of every part supplied in the kit
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
System Overview
Your TracVision M5/M7 system is a state-of-the-art, actively
stabilized antenna system that delivers live satellite TV to your
vessel’s audio/video entertainment system. A basic system is
illustrated below.
Figure 1-1 TracVision System Diagram (Typical Installation)
TIP: Receiver wiring diagrams are provided in Appendix A on page 63.
Antenna Unit
The antenna unit houses the antenna positioning
mechanism, LNB (low noise block), and control
elements within a radome. Weathertight
connectors join the power, signal, and control
cabling from the belowdecks units.
Switchplate
The switchplate controls power to the antenna via
the On/Off switch. The switchplate includes a
maintenance port (DB9 connector), allowing you to
connect a PC, an optional TV/SAT Switch, or a
MultiSat Control Panel (MCP).
TracVision Antenna
Switchplate
Purchased Separately
Vessel Power
12 - 16 VDC
Power
Data Satellite Receiver(s) TV(s)
RF
MAINTENANCE
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
System Features
Your TracVision M5/M7 system uses integrated DVB technology to
quickly acquire and track the correct satellite, switch between your
selected satellites, and send TV signals to the receiver.
In-motion Tracking
The TracVision system includes a state-of-the-art actively stabilized
antenna. Once the antenna acquires the satellite, its internal gyros
continuously measure the heading, pitch, and roll of your vessel and
send commands to the antenna motors, keeping the antenna pointed
at the satellite at all times - even while you’re on the move!
Satellite Tracking and Switching
Your TracVision M5/M7 system tracks your selected satellites as long
as the vessel is located within the selected satellites’ coverage area.
During installation, your TracVision system should have been set up
to track your desired satellites, allowing you to switch between them
quickly and easily.
Satellite Library
The TracVision M5/M7 system includes a pre-programmed library of
the most popular satellites, offering a wide variety of satellite services
to choose from. For complete information on the satellite library, see
Chapter 3 ”Settings” on page 25.
TIP: Two more satellites of your choice can also be added to the satellite
library. For complete information on adding satellites to the library, refer to
the associated Application Note on the KVH Partner Portal (KVH-authorized
technicians only).
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