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TracVision Mobile Receiverfor DIRECTV®ServiceUser’s Guide

54-03761.1Introduction1 IntroductionThis section provides a basic overview of this manual and theTracVision system. It also explains the three essenti

Single TracVision Mobile ReceiverAudio/Video Connections• To connect the receiver to the TV’s video input,you can choose either of the following optio

TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide54-0376A.6CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two

Two TracVision Mobile ReceiversComponents Required• Splitter Kit, KVH P/N 72-0177• The special splitter included in the Splitter Kitpermits communicat

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

Three TracVision Mobile ReceiversComponents Required• Two Splitter Kits, KVH P/N 72-0177• The special splitter included in the Splitter Kitpermits com

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

One TracVision Mobile Receiver and OneStandard Home ReceiverComponents Required• Splitter Kit, KVH P/N 72-0177• Destacker, Single-output, KVH P/N 19-0

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

One TracVision Mobile Receiver and TwoStandard Home ReceiversComponents Required• Splitter Kit, KVH P/N 72-0177• Destacker, Dual-output, KVH P/N 19-04

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

1-1 Using this ManualThis manual provides complete instructions foroperating your TracVision receiver. Throughout thismanual, important information is

Two TracVision Mobile Receivers and OneStandard Home ReceiverComponents Required• Two Splitter Kits, KVH P/N 72-0177• Destacker, Single-output, KVH P/

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

One TracVision Mobile Receiver and One DigitalVideo Recorder (DVR) Components Required• Splitter Kit, KVH P/N 72-0177• Destacker, Dual-output, KVH P/N

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

One TracVision Mobile Receiver, One StandardHome Receiver, and One Digital Video Recorder Components Required• Splitter Kit, KVH P/N 72-0177• Destack

CAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmfu

Two TracVision Mobile Receivers and OneDigital Video Recorder (DVR) Components Required• Two Splitter Kits, KVH P/N 72-0177• Destacker, Dual-output, K

Appendix B Elevation MapsA.23Elevation Maps303035354045505555504540Satellite at Equator54-0376Elevation Map for Satellite 101

54-0376A.24TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide3035354045505555504540Satellite at Equator25Elevation Map for Satellite 110

54-0376A.25Elevation Maps303535404550504540Satellite at Equator2520Elevation Map for Satellite 119

1-2 System OverviewYour TracVision system is a state-of-the-art, activelystabilized antenna system that delivers live satelliteTV to your mobile audio

54-0376A.26TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideElevation Map for Satellite 72.530355545405055Satellite at Equator252530354045502020

IndexAaccess card, 8.12accessories, A.3AC/DC power supply, A.5activate receiver, 10.6adjust audio settings, 8.3-8.4adjust video settings, 8.5advanced

connecting additional receivers, A.3-A.21connecting a DVR, A.16-A.21connectors, receiver, A.4control multiple receivers, 3.10-3.11control other compon

Iice on antenna, 10.6icons, channel banner, 4.3icons, menu, 4.5INFO button, 3.5initialize a new access card, 8.12INPUT button, 3.8, 10.7install batter

Ppart numbers, accessories, A.3passcode, 7.4picture-in-guide, 4.4, 5.10power indications, 10.10, 10.12power input, 10.5, A.4-A.5power switch, receiver

remote control ID, change, 3.10-3.11repairs, 10.9replace batteries, 3.11reset system, 10.3RF converterconnect to receiver, A.4description, 1.4distance

troubleshoot, 10.1troubleshooting matrix, 10.4TURBO button, 3.4TurboTune, 5.7-5.9turn beeper on/off, 9.5turn DewShield on/off, 9.4turn off the system,

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1-3 Receiving Satellite TV SignalsLike a satellite dish used at home, the TracVisionantenna needs a clear view of the DIRECTV®satellite(s) to receive

Elevation AngleSince TV satellites are located above the equator, theTracVision antenna needs to point toward thesouthern sky to receive satellite TV

54-03762.1Getting Started2 Getting StartedThis section provides basic operation instructions, so you canquickly start using your TracVision system.Con

4. If Message 1 does notappear after 30 seconds,press the remote control’sSAT button. Then pressthe remote’s PWR button.The receiver beeps twice,the A

2.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide5. If Message 2 does not appear after Message 1,ensure that the antenna has a clear view of thesatellite. Th

2-3 Turning Off the AntennaTo turn off the antenna, follow the steps below:1. Press the remotecontrol’s SAT button.The button should blinkred.2. Press

54-03763.1Using the Remote Control3 Using the RemoteControlThis section explains how to use the remote control functions,program the remote to work w

TracVisionMobile Receiver User’s GuideCongratulations!You have chosen TracVision, a revolutionary antennasystem delivering live satellite TV entertain

54-03763.3Using the Remote ControlCHVOLPWRDVD VCR AUX TV SATGUIDEMENUINFO CLEARTURBOFAVMUTECHPREVDIRECTORPROGSEARCHAUDIOVIDEO1234567890INPUTREWPLAYFFR

54-0376TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuidePress the PWR button to turn the selected component’s power on/off. If theSAT button is currently select

54-03763.5Using the Remote ControlPress the FAV button to view listings for your favorite channels. You can setup four different lists of favorite cha

54-03763.6TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuidePress the CLEAR button to exit from any onscreen guide, remove banners,or cancel an action.Use the VO

CHVOLPWRDVD VCR AUX TV SATGUIDEMENUINFO CLEARTURBOFAVMUTECHPREVDIRECTORPROGSEARCHAUDIOVIDEO1234567890INPUTREWPLAYFFRECSTOPPAUSEPAGEONELINEGUIDESELECT5

54-03763.8TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideThe INPUT button allows you to select a video feed from a different sourceconnected to your TV, such

54-03763.9Using the Remote Control3-2 Programming the Remote Controlto Operate Other ComponentsIn addition to controlling the satellite receiver, youm

54-03763.10TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide2. Turn on the receiver you want to control with theremote.3. Press the MENU button to access the ma

54-03763.11Using the Remote Control8. At the same time, press the MUTE button for twoseconds.9. Release both buttons. The SAT button shouldremain lit.

54-03764.1Overview of Onscreen Displays4 Overview of Onscreen DisplaysThis section introduces the three types of onscreen displays: theChannel Banner,

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54-03764.3Overview of Onscreen Displays4-1 The Channel BannerWhenever you change channels while you arewatching TV, the channel banner appears at the

54-03764.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide4-2 The Program GuideTo display the program guide, press the GUIDEbutton. You can also access the pro

54-03764.5Overview of Onscreen Displays4-3 The Menu SystemTo display the main menu, press the MENU button.The menu system gives you access to all syst

54-03764.6TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideTo move the highlight:Use the joystick to move the highlight within themenus. To select a menu item:H

54-03764.7Overview of Onscreen DisplaysMain Menu Tab Screens Functions See Page:Program Guide Program Guide • View and modify the program guide 5.1Gui

54-03764.8TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideMain Menu Tab Screens Functions See Page:Audio & Video Audio • Set default audio language and alt

54-03764.9Overview of Onscreen DisplaysMain Menu Tab Screens Functions See Page:System Setup Install • Change the list of available satellites 8.11• S

54-03765.1Using Program Guides5 Using Program GuidesThis section explains how to select a program guide style, use thedifferent guide features, and se

54-03765.3Using Program Guides5-1 Program Guide StylesYou can set up the program guide to presentinformation using either of two styles:• Grid• LogoTh

54-03765.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideGrid Guide• Easy to see what programs are available at aparticular time.• Lists up to seven days of c

Important Safety Instructions - Please ReadFor your safety and protection, read this safetysection carefully.Heed Cautions – Be sure to follow all cau

54-03765.5Using Program Guides5-2 Using the Program GuideTo display the program guide:Press the GUIDE button to bring up the guide.To move the highlig

54-03765.6TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide5-3 Using the OneLine GuideThe OneLine Guide, which appears at the bottom ofyour screen, displays a s

54-03765.7Using Program Guides5-4 Using TurboTune for Quick Accessto Favorite ChannelsThe TurboTune feature gives you quick access to 27 ofyour favori

54-03765.8TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideAdding the Current Channel to TurboTuneIf you want to add the channel you’re currentlywatching to Tur

54-03765.9Using Program GuidesRenaming TurboTune GroupsYou can rename each nine-channel TurboTune groupto anything you choose, using up to 10 letters,

54-03765.10TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide3. Highlight the menu button for the setting youwish to modify:Guide StylePress SELECT to choose eit

54-03765.11Using Program GuidesFiltersPress SELECT to choose either temporary orpersistent. If temporary, the filters you apply areactive only while t

54-03766.1Setting Favorites and Filters6 Setting Favorites and FiltersThis section explains how to set up lists of favorite channels, filterthe progra

54-03766.3Setting Favorites and Filters6-1 Using Favorite Channel ListsFavorite channel lists help you organize the hundredsof available channels into

54-03766.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide4. In the desired channel list column, highlight thetag box for the channel that you want to add orre

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Regulatory Information for Vehicle UseDeclaration of Conformity – Standards to which Conformity is declared:FCC

54-03766.5Setting Favorites and FiltersRenaming a Channel List1. At the Favorite List Setup pane, highlight theRename button and press SELECT.A Rename

54-03766.6Adding and Removing Channels To add or delete a channel from a selected favoritechannel list, follow the steps below.To add all available ch

54-03766.76-2 Filtering the Program GuideThe Category Filter menu allows you to filter theprogram guide to show just those channels thatmatch your vie

54-03766.8TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide6-3 Selecting Guide TimesThe Guide Times menu provides easy access to futureprogramming information.

54-03766.9Setting Favorites and Filters6-4 Using WatchWizard to Searchfor Programs WatchWizard allows you to search for programsusing criteria such as

54-03766.10TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideTo enter text, use the onscreen keyboard (to enter aletter on the keyboard, highlight the letter and

54-03766.11Setting Favorites and FiltersUsing the Channels Search You can also search for channels that offer a specifictype of programming by using t

54-03767.1Using Access Controls7 Using Access ControlsThis section explains how to lock and unlock the system using apasscode. It also explains how to

54-03767.3Using Access Controls7-1 Locking & Unlocking the SystemYou can easily set limits to restrict the viewing ofsatellite TV programming. Whe

54-03767.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide5. The Lock System pop-up panel appears. Enter afour-digit passcode using the remote control’snumeric

Receiver ActivationNOTICE: This product will NOT work correctlyunless you follow the procedure below. Before you can start watching satellite TV viaTr

54-03767.5Using Access ControlsUnlocking the SystemTo remove the lock and all of its restrictions, followthe steps below. 1. Press the MENU button to

54-03767.6TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide7-3 Setting Time LimitsYou can restrict your system to allow viewing onlyduring specific hours and/or

54-03767.7Using Access Controls4. Highlight the day of the week that you want tolimit and press SELECT.5. a. If you want to limit the maximum number o

54-03768.1Other Menu Functions8 Other Menu FunctionsThis section explains how to change audio/video settings, schedulefuture programs, and change syst

54-03768.3Other Menu Functions8-1 Adjusting Audio SettingsFrom the Audio Adjustment menu, you can selectlanguages for default audio and alternate audi

54-03768.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideTo set up your default and alternate audio languages,follow the steps below.1. Press the AUDIO button

54-03768.5Other Menu Functions8-2 Adjusting Video SettingsFrom the Video Adjustment menu, you can set thescreen’s aspect ratio and change the appearan

54-0376TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide8-3 Using the Program Director toSchedule Future ProgramsThe Program Director allows you to automaticall

54-03768.7Other Menu Functions4. Highlight the Scheduleto View button from theSchedule Options pop-up menu and pressSELECT.5. Use the joystick or nume

54-03768.8TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideDeleting a Scheduled EventTo cancel a scheduled event, follow the steps below.1. Press the MENU butto

54-0376viTracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideSend Us Your Comments About This ManualIf you have any comments regarding this manual,please e-mail th

8.954-0376Other Menu FunctionsErasing a MessageTo permanently remove a message, highlight theErase button and press SELECT. Messages areautomatically

54-03768.10TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide4. Highlight the menu button for the setting youwish to modify:Menu Language Press SELECT to choose

54-03768.11Other Menu Functions8-6 Advanced System Setup FunctionsBesides the Remote and Preferences menus describedpreviously, the System Setup menu

54-03768.12TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideInfoThe System Information pane lists generalinformation about your TracVision receiver, includingmo

54-03769.1Antenna Controls9 Antenna ControlsThis section explains how to control the TracVision antenna usingthe receiver’s onscreen menus. Contents9-

9-1 Viewing Current SettingsFollow the steps below to view the antenna’s currentsettings.1. Press the MENU button to access the main menu.2. Highlight

9-2 Turning DewShield On/OffTracVision R6 Systems OnlyThe DewShield electronic dew elimination system(patent pending) keeps the antenna dome clear of

9-3 Turning the Beeper On/OffThe TracVision receiver beeps to indicate the status ofthe antenna.2 beeps = Antenna is powering on1 beep = Antenna is po

9-4 Designating the Receiver asPrimary or SecondaryEach TracVision mobile receiver must be designatedas either a primary or a secondary receiver. Pri

5. If you want to designate the receiver as theprimary receiver, highlight Set Primary. If youwant to designate the receiver as a secondaryreceiver, h

54-0376viiTable of ContentsTable of Contents1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.11-1 Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-5 Switching SatellitesIf your antenna system is configured for multiplesatellites, you can easily switch between the availablesatellites either auto

Manual SwitchingIf you prefer, you can switch satellites manually fromthe Sat Select menu. Follow the steps below to manually switch to adifferent sat

9-6 Changing the List of AvailableSatellitesIf your antenna system supports multiple satellites,you can choose which satellites will be active for you

54-037610.1Troubleshooting10 TroubleshootingThis section identifies basic problems along with their possible causesand solutions. It also explains wha

10-1 Five Simple ChecksIf you are experiencing a problem, first check the fivesimple things below. If none of these are the problem,continue troublesh

TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideSystem does not power onNo video on TV screenIntermittent picture for short intervalsSystem works at rest, but

Blown FuseThe rear panel of the receiver includes a fast-blowfuse rated for 8 amps. If this fuse has blown, thesystem will not operate.Unscrew the cap

54-037610.6TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideLoose Cable ConnectorsA loose connector can reduce the signal quality.Check the cable connections at

54-0376Troubleshooting Receiver Lost Activation InformationIf you can only access the DIRECTV previewchannels, such as channel 100, while all othercha

54-037610.8TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideFavorite Channel List ActiveIf a favorite channel list is active, only channels set upin that list a

54-0376viiiTracVision Mobile Receiver User’s Guide7 Using Access Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.17-1 Locking & Unlocking the System . . . .

Ground Loop Generating Electrical NoiseThe system’s audio cables might pick up the electricalnoise or hum caused by a ground loop on the vehicle.To el

54-037610.1010-4 System Status LightsThree status lights on the front of the receiverindicate the current status of the system and can helpyou identif

54-037610.11TroubleshootingLight is... Indicates DescriptionOff OffAntenna is OFF or disconnected, bad power, receiver in Standby,or receiver set to S

10-5 Viewing Diagnostic InformationFollow the steps below to view diagnosticsinformation on the receiver.1. Using your primary receiver, press the MEN

10-6 Viewing Serial NumbersFollow the steps below to view the system serialnumbers.1. Using your primary receiver, press the MENUbutton to access the

10-7 Viewing Software VersionsFollow the steps below to view the system softwareversions.1. Using your primary receiver, press the MENUbutton to acces

10-8 Technical SupportIf you experience an operating problem or requiretechnical assistance, please contact your localauthorized TracVision dealer/ins

54-0376A.1AppendicesAppendicesThis section provides wiring diagrams and notes for typicalTracVision configurations and maps showing the DIRECTV®satell

54-0376System Wiring DiagramsAppendix ASystem Wiring DiagramsThe diagrams on the following pages show how towire the system for various configurations

54-0376A.4TracVision Mobile Receiver User’s GuideCAUTIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two