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Satellite TelevisionKVH TracVision® LF/SFowner’smanual•Installation Instructions •User’s Guide•Technical ManualA Guide to TracVision LF/SF

1.2.1 TracVision LF/SF ComponentsThe antenna unit includes the antenna positioning mechanism,signal front end, power supply and control elements. Thea

1.3.1 Additional Materials Required forTracVision LF/SF UseTo make full use of your new TracVision LF/SF and receivesatellite TV, you will need to pro

2-1Installation54-0194 Rev. D2 InstallationTracVision LF/SF is designed for simple installation and setup.Just follow these easy steps:Step Refer to S

2-2A Guide to TracVision LF/SF2.1 Choosing the Best Location• Since the TracVision antenna requires a clear viewof the southern sky to receive satelli

2-3Installation54-0194 Rev. D2.2 Mounting the Antenna Unit1. Make sure that you have chosen a suitablemounting location based upon the guidelines inSe

2-4A Guide to TracVision LF/SF5. Using the four mounting plates as templates, drill20 3⁄16" holes through the roof of the vehicle.6. Apply constr

2-5Installation54-0194 Rev. D2.3 Connecting System ComponentsThe following sections provide instructions for properly wiringthe antenna unit to the co

2-6A Guide to TracVision LF/SF2.3.1 Connecting the Antenna to theSwitchplate1. Connect one end of the antenna data/power cableto the antenna’s data/po

2-7Installation54-0194 Rev. DInstalling Two IRDs and TVsTo connect a second TV and IRD to the TracVision LF/SF system,you must connect a second RF cab

2-8A Guide to TracVision LF/SF4. Terminate all unused output connectors with 75 ohm DC blocks (Channel Master #7184, RadioShack #15-1259 or equivalent

154-0194 Addendum to Rev. DTracVision LF/SF Owner’sManual Addendum(ECO # 6857)The following information applies to Revision D of the TracVision LF/SF

2-9Installation54-0194 Rev. D2.3.5 Connecting the Switchplate to Vehicle PowerThe switchplate must be connected to a +12 VDC, 2.5-3.5 amppower supply

2.4 Activating the IRDKVH makes it easy to activate your IRD. Just call KVH at 1-888-584-4163 and ask for IRD Activation (Monday - Friday,8:30 a.m. -

Message DefinitionKVH TracVision Displays for 5 seconds at startupSoftware Version Current software versionAlternates with “KVH TracVision”Initializin

2.5.2 Checking Out the System Without an IRDData ConnectionTo ensure that the system is configured and operating properly,you will need to check the d

3. Press the switchplate’s POWER button to applypower to the TracVision LF/SF system and waitfor the system to fully initialize. Data should bescrolli

3 Using YourTracVision LF/SFFor TracVision LF/SF to receive the satellite signals, the antennamust have a clear line of sight to the satellite. If you

3. Press the switchplate’s POWER button, as picturedin Figure 3-2.4. (TracVision LF only) If the vehicle is moving, avoidturning for 60 seconds after

4. If your TV does not show a clear picture, theantenna is tracking the wrong satellite. Refer toSection 3.2.2, “Using the Switchplate for SatelliteSe

3.2.2.1 The Status IndicatorIf your system is not connected to an IRD’s low-speed data port,the switchplate’s Status LED indicates the antenna’s curre

Cable UnwrapThe antenna unit can rotate a full 720° before coming to the endof its cable. If it does so, the system automatically unwraps thecable by

254-0194 Addendum to Rev. D4. Press the switchplate’s SAT SELECT button for 1 second. When you release the button, the Statusindicator starts flashing

3. When the switchplate’s Status indicator fullyilluminates (stops flashing), check the signalstrength meter on the TV. If the meter turns greenand i

4 TroubleshootingThe troubleshooting matrix shown in Table 4-1 identifies sometrouble symptoms, their possible causes, and references totroubleshootin

4.1.1 Blown Fuse or Improper WiringIf the antenna unit is installed but entirely non-responsive, thereare two key factors to check as part of the trou

4.1.4 Satellite Coverage IssueTracVision LF/SF will provide outstanding reception throughoutthe entire coverage area for your satellite television ser

4.2 IRD TroubleshootingThe IRD that was provided with your satellite television servicemay also be the cause of less-than-ideal operation.4.2.1 IRD Wi

4.2.5 Failed IRD Status CheckAs detailed in Appendix E, TracVision LF/SF completes a detailedstartup routine whenever it is turned on. One of the firs

4.3 Antenna Gyro and LNB FaultsSection 5, “Maintenance,” provides detailed instructions forauthorized service personnel who may be required to replace

2. Open the terminal emulation software andestablish the following settings:• Bits per second: 9600• Data bits: 8• Parity: None• Stop bits: 1• Flow co

5-1Maintenance54-0194 Rev. D5 MaintenanceThe following sections provide details on preventivemaintenance and field replaceable units and parts for the

5-2A Guide to TracVision LF/SF5.3 Replaceable PartsTracVision LF/SF has been designed with durability and lowmaintenance in mind. If you experience an

Congratulations!You have selected one of the most advanced land-mobile satellitetracking systems available today. KVH®Industries’ TracVision®LF/SF is

5-3Maintenance54-0194 Rev. D5.4 Field Replaceable UnitProceduresThe following subsections provide detailed procedures forrepairing or swapping out fie

5-4A Guide to TracVision LF/SFLocking Nutsand WashersAntenna GyroAntenna Gyro CableReflector BracketWing Screwand WasherLNB ClampLNBAntenna GyroGasket

5-5Maintenance54-0194 Rev. D5.4.1 PCB Removal and ReplacementEstimated Time to Repair: 1⁄2 hourThe microprocessor PCB assembly is protected by a cover

5-6A Guide to TracVision LF/SF7. Remove the 9 pan head screws securing the PCBto the rotating plate.8. Reverse this process to install the replacement

5-7Maintenance54-0194 Rev. D4. Remove 6 pan head screws from the PCB coverflanges. 5. Remove the PCB cover. To get the necessaryclearance, rotate the

5-8A Guide to TracVision LF/SF5.4.3 Antenna LNB ReplacementEstimated Time to Repair: 1⁄2 hourThe LNB receives preamplifier operating power from the IR

8. Record the Cold Sky Average and the RFGAINvalue reported in Step 7.9. Type ZAP<cr>. The system will re-initialize usingthe new RFGAIN and RFO

5.5 Preparation for ShipmentIf you need to repack the antenna unit for shipment, you mustfirst secure the LNB. Follow the steps below to repack theant

Appendix ASystem SpecificationsPhysical CharacteristicsPower 11-16 volts DC @ 2.5 ampsnominal, 3.5 amps peakDimensions/Weight 32" wide x 14.8&quo

Appendix BComprehensive SystemWiring DiagramThe wiring diagram is presented on the following page.B-1Comprehensive System Wiring Diagram54-0194 Rev. D

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Appendix CSwitchplate TemplateC-1Switchplate Template54-0194 Rev. D2.5"2"

Appendix DEchoStar IRD ActivationProcedureIf you have purchased a DISH Network system, there is a chancethat your EchoStar IRD will fail to acquire th

10. Type in the elevation that you obtained in Step 6. - Type EL,xxx<cr>(e.g., Elevation of 30.2° = EL,302<cr>)11. Using a compass, take a

Appendix EStartup Data SequencesThe data on the following pages presents the startup datasequences registered by the TracVision LF/SF. The first part

E-2A Guide to TracVision LF/SFSatellite Found: AZ = 62.26, EL = 36.50, RF = 1300+POS: 53.6 36.5 449*** Entering Tracking ***+POS: 61.8 36.5 126

E.1.2 System Not Connected to IRD DataStandard Startup Sequence?PGMKVH TracVision LF Rev X - Version X.XX - Serial Number XXXXXXXXLimit Switch TestLim

+POS: 331.7 33.4 2153Switch held: wrong satellite--------------SAT SELECT switch pressedExclude: No longer search AZ = 331.7, EL = 33.4*** Entering

VEL_INDEX: Az = 1996, El = 2182 ----------Expected range is 1700-2300RATE BIAS: PASS --------------------------Az & El values above are within val

E.2 TracVision SF SequencesE.2.1 System Connected to IRD DataStandard Startup Sequence?PGMKVH TracVision SF Rev X - Version X.XX - Serial Number XXXXX

Table of Contents1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11.1 Digital Satellite Television . . . . . . . .

“Instant On” Startup Sequence?PGMKVH TracVision SF Rev X - Version X.XX - Serial Number XXXXXXXXInstant On --------------------------------System skip

Switch Back to Echostar IRD TypeIRD STATUS: FAIL None -------------------FAIL is expected with no IRD data connectionSaved Sat Pos: EL = 33.5*** Aver

*** Tracking Satellite ***+POS: 348.8 23.3 2100+POS: 348.8 23.3 1840Saved Sat Pos: AZ = 348.76, EL = 23.29+POS: 348.8 23.3 2190+POS: 348.8 23.3 2

Switch Back to Echostar IRD TypeIRD STATUS: FAIL NoneSaved Sat Pos: EL = 22.5*** Averaging Background Noise ***+POS: 45.0 26.3 956+POS: 62.1 20.

Appendix FMaintenance Port ParserCommandsTracVision LF/SF system parser commands are parsed when thesystem receives an ASCII carriage return (Hex 0D).

F.2 Manual Positioning CommandsTo execute the following commands, first put the antenna unit inidle mode by typing HALT and pressing “ENTER.” Position

Azimuth CCW StepFunction: commands a 0.1 deg CCW manual step in azimuthangleCommand: 4Argument: noneResponse: echoes the commandElevation UP StepFunct

F.4 Target and Signal CommandsReport Target LocationFunction: reports the target (satellite) location in the baseplateframe and uses the saved satelli

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3.2.1 Using the IRD for Satellite Selection ...3-33.2.2 Using the Switchplate for Satellite Selection...

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1 Introduction1.1 Digital Satellite TelevisionDIRECTV®, DISH Network™, and ExpressVu systems transmitdigital audio and video data from land-based tran