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Satellite TelevisionKVH TracVision® L3/S3owner’smanual•Installation Instructions •User’s Guide•Technical ManualA Guide to TracVision L3/S3

1.3 Materials Provided withTracVision L3/S3Table 1-3 lists the units, cables, and materials packed in theTracVision L3/S3 package by name and KVH part

1.3.1 Additional Materials Required forTracVision L3/S3 UseTo make full use of your new TracVision L3/S3 and receivesatellite TV on the road, you will

2-1Installation54-0157 Rev. G2 InstallationTracVision L3/S3 is designed for simple installation and setup.Just follow these easy steps:Step Refer to S

2-2A Guide to TracVision L3/S3Kitpack ContentsTable 2-2 lists the materials provided in the kitpack.Part Qty. KVH Part No.Tie-wraps 5 22-0013Clamshell

2-3Installation54-0157 Rev. G2.1 Choosing the Best Location• Since the TracVision antenna requires a clear viewof the southern sky to receive satellit

2-4A Guide to TracVision L3/S32.2 Mounting the Antenna Unit1. Make sure that you have chosen a suitablemounting location based upon the guidelines inS

2-5Installation54-0157 Rev. G7. Seal the two baseplate holes shown in Figure 2-4with the plugs provided in the kitpack.8. Apply construction adhesive

2-6A Guide to TracVision L3/S312. Cut the tie-wraps holding the antenna unit to theforward shipping restraint (see Figure 2-7). Figure 2-7Forward Ship

2-7Installation54-0157 Rev. G13. Remove the nuts and washers securing theshipping restraints to the baseplate. The positionsof all three shipping rest

2-8A Guide to TracVision L3/S315. Place the radome onto the baseplate (labels facingthe sides of the vehicle) and secure in place usingthe 8 pan head

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2-9Installation54-0157 Rev. G2.3 Connecting System ComponentsThe following sections provide instructions for properly wiringthe antenna unit to the co

2-10A Guide to TracVision L3/S32.3.1 Connecting the Antenna Data/PowerCable 1. Connect one end of the antenna data/power cableto the antenna’s data/po

2-11Installation54-0157 Rev. G2.3.2 Connecting to Vehicle PowerRecommended Power WiringShort circuits may result in severe electrical shock or burns.R

2-12A Guide to TracVision L3/S32.3.3 Connecting the IRD Ground WireAgrounding wire (Cable #32-0583-50) has been provided toconnect your IRD to a suita

2-13Installation54-0157 Rev. G2.3.5 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to the IRD1. Route an RF cable up through the roof’s cableaccess hole.2. Co

2.3.5.2 Connecting Three or More IRDs andTVs (North American Systems Only)To install three or more IRD/TV pairs, an active multiswitch(Channel Master

2.3.6 Sealing the Cable Access HoleOnce the RF and data/power cables are connected to theantenna, you need to seal and cover the cable access hole top

2.5 Selecting the Active SatelliteAs noted previously, TracVision L3/S3 can track a variety ofDVB-compatible and DSS (DIRECTV) satellites. The systemc

The satellites listed in TracVision L3/S3’s satellite library will besufficient for most users. However, if you wish to install one ortwo user-defined

3. Apply power to the TracVision L3/S3 system andallow the system to complete full initialization.Data should be scrolling on the PC display toidentif

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For example, to assign Astra 2S and Hotbird for your satellitepair, and to track Astra 2S, you would enter the following data:SATINSTALL,ASTRA2S,HOTBI

Entering User-defined Satellite DataOnce the link between the PC and the TracVision L3/S3 isestablished as described in Section 2.5, “Selecting the Ac

This information has to be entered for each of the followingtransponder categories:• vertical high • vertical low• horizontal high • horizontal lowor•

An Example of Configuring a User-defined Satellite (Europe)The following is an example of configuring the fictionalYOURSAT 101 as the USER1 configured

An Example of Configuring a User-defined Satellite (N. America)The following is an example of configuring the fictionalYOURSAT 101 as the USER1 config

2.6 Setting the Skew Angle(European Systems Only)The Antenna LNB skew angle must be adjusted to optimizechannel reception. Refer to your satellite ser

2.7 Checking Out the SystemTo complete the TracVision L3/S3 installation, it will be necessaryto verify that the system functions properly. Critical t

2.8 Configuring TracVision L3/S3 forRemote Satellite Dish OperationIn some campground locations, dense foliage will block thesatellite signal. In thes

2.9 Changing Geographic LocationIf you move from Europe to the U.S., or from the U.S. to Europe,you will need to modify your TracVision L3/S3 system t

3 Using Your TracVision L3/S3For TracVision L3/S3 to receive the satellite signals, the antennamust have a clear line of sight to the satellite. If yo

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

3. Turn on the antenna using the switchplate, aspictured in Figure 3-2.4. (TracVision L3 only) If the vehicle is moving, avoidturning the vehicle for

EchoStar Satellite SubscribersEchoStar subscribers will need to use the optional TV/SATSwitch or a PC to change satellites, as described in the follow

2. The Sat A and Sat B indicators blink while thesystem initializes.3. Either the Sat A or Sat B indicator will turn solidgreen, denoting which satell

2. Open the terminal emulation software andestablish the following settings:•9600 baud• no parity•8 data bits•1 start bit•1 stop bit• no flow control3

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

Conical Scan Tracking (TracVision L3 only)The antenna control unit uses conical scanning to maintain peaksignal strength to the receiver and to update

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

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

4.1.4 Dew or Rain Pooling on DomeDew or rain can occasionally pool on the top of the radome.While this moisture will usually be dispersed when the veh

4.1.8 Type of Multiswitch Used(North American Systems Only)An active multiswitch must always be used to connect theTracVision L3/S3 system to multiple

ii3 Using Your TracVision L3/S3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13.1 Turning On the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4 Computer DiagnosticsTracVision L3/S3 has been designed to provide diagnosticreadouts on a personal computer having an RS-232 serialcommunication p

5-1Maintenance54-0157 Rev. G5 Maintenance5.1 Warranty/Service InformationFor information on KVH warranty, repair, and liability policies,please refer

5-2A Guide to TracVision L3/S35.3 Replaceable PartsTracVision L3/S3 has been designed with durability and lowmaintenance in mind. If you experience an

5-3Maintenance54-0157 Rev. G5.4 Field Replaceable UnitProceduresThe following subsections provide detailed procedures forrepairing or swapping out fie

5-4A Guide to TracVision L3/S3Figure 5-3Antenna AssemblyLocking Nutsand WashersAntenna GyroAntenna Gyro CableReflector BracketWing Screwand WasherLNB

5-5Maintenance54-0157 Rev. G5.4.1 PCB Removal and ReplacementEstimated Time to Repair: 1⁄2 hourThe microprocessor PCB assembly is protected by a cover

5-6A Guide to TracVision L3/S37. The PCB is mounted to the rotating plate with 9 pan head screws. Remove the screws and PCB.8. Reverse this process to

5-7Maintenance54-0157 Rev. G5. Remove the 4 standoffs – Fig. 5-1. Remove the RFDetector PCB from the rotating plate.6. Installation of the replacement

5-8A Guide to TracVision L3/S3Antenna Gyro Calibration1. Connect a PC to the communications port asdescribed in Section 4.4, “Computer Diagnostics.”2.

5.5 Preparation for ShipmentIf it is necessary to repack the antenna unit for shipment, theshipping restraints removed during installation must berepl

5.3 Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25.4 Field Replaceable Unit Procedures . . . . . . .

Appendix ASystem SpecificationsPhysical CharacteristicsPower 11-16 volts DC @ 2.5 amps nominal,3.5 amps peakDimensions/Weight 32" (81 cm) wide x

Appendix BComprehensive SystemWiring DiagramThe wiring diagram is presented on the following page.B-1Comprehensive System Wiring Diagram54-0157 Rev. G

Appendix CSwitchplate TemplateC-1Switchplate Template54-0157 Rev. G3.82"(97 mm).32" (8 mm)2.36"(60 mm).16" (4 mm)3.19"(81 mm)

Appendix DStartup Data SequenceThe data on the following pages presents standard startup datasequences registered by the TracVision L3/S3. The sequenc

+POS: 300.8 25.9 162RF: S,B,V,U,VSatellite Found: AZ = 231.1, EL = 25.9, RF = 1793+POS: 230.4 25.9 1963*** Entering Tracking ***RF: S,B,H,U,V+POS:

*** Initializing Antenna ***GPS: UTC: 083000.00, Lat: 4131.00N, Long: 7115.00WGPS: DSS_119 AZ = 238.9, EL = 22.1GPS: DSS_101 AZ = 220.9, EL = 33.4Lim

Appendix EMaintenance Port Parser CommandsTracVision L3/S3 system parser commands are parsed when thesystem receives an ASCII carriage return (Hex 0D)

Calibrate Gyro (TracVision L3 only)Function: performs azimuth and elevation calibration Command: CALGYROArgument: noneResponse: echoes command and cal

Elevation AngleFunction: commands a manual elevation angle that themechanism moves toCommand: EL,xxx (range is 100 - 850)Argument: desired elevation a

1 Introduction1.1 Digital Satellite TelevisionYour new TracVision L3/S3 satellite antenna is fully compatiblewith the Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB®

E.3 Operational CommandsTo execute the following commands, first put the antenna unit inidle mode by typing HALT and pressing “ENTER.” After thesystem

Analog Signal Strength ReportFunction: reports signal strength from RF detector circuit inA/D counts (000-FFF Hex)Command: SIGLEVELArgument: noneRespo

Report RF Tracking ParametersFunction: reports all RF tracking parameters for primary &secondary satellites*Command: @SATCONFIGResponse: F,x,fffff

ID Match/Decoded Network IDFunction: report ID match and decoded network IDCommand: @CHECKIDResponse: Y,0X####N,0X####Y, NoIDN,NoIDWhere: Y = yesN = n

Report Satellite NamesFunction: report names for satellites A and BCommand: SATINSTALLResponse: SATINSTALL,<sat_a_name>,<sat_b_name>Report

E.7 Debug CommandsReport Offset AnglesFunction: reports system offset anglesCommand: OFFSETSOFFSETS,XXXXX,YYYYResponse: Offsets= XXXXX.X XXXXX.XWhere:

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1.2 System OverviewA complete satellite TV system includes the TracVision L3/S3connected to an IRD and a television set. The optional TV/SATSwitch all

In-motion Tracking (TracVision L3 only)The TracVision L3 employs a state-of-the-art actively stabilizedantenna system. Once the satellite is acquired,