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A Guide to TracVision L3
owner’s manual
• Installation Instructions
• User’s Guide
• Technical Manual
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KVH TracVision L3
Satellite Television
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Congratulations! You have selected one of the most advanced land-mobile satellite ® ® tracking systems available today. KVH Industries’ TracVision L3 is designed for use with European and North American DVB- ® compatible satellite services as well as DIRECTV . This manual provides detailed instructions on the proper installation, use, and maintenance of your TracVision L3 system. Throughout this manual, important information is marked for your attention by these icons: A helpful tip that either
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® ® TracVision and KVH are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. ® DIRECTV is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics. ™ DISH Network is an official trademark of EchoStar Communications Corporation. ExpressVu is a property of Bell ExpressVu, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Satellite Services.
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 1.1 Digital Satellite Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 1.2 TracVision L3 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 1.2.1 TracVision L3 Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 1.2.2 Integrated Receiver Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4 1.3 Materials Provided with TracVision L3 . . . . .
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3 Using Your TracVision L3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1 3.1 Turning on the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1 3.2 Changing Channels and Switching to the Second Satellite . . .3-2 3.3 Watching TV on the Move and at Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3 4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1 4.1 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues . . . . . .4-1 4.1.1 Blown Fuse or Improper Wi
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Appendix A System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1 Appendix B Functional Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1 Appendix C Switchplate Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1 Appendix D Predefined Satellite Configurations . . . . . . . . .D-1 Appendix E Startup Data Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-1 Appendix F Maintenance Port Parser Commands . . . . . . . . .F-1 F.1 System Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figure 2-11 Cable Overlap within the TracVision L3 Baseplate . . . . . . .2-7 Figure 2-12 Switchplate Panel Cutout Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 Figure 2-13 Proper Terminal Strip Wiring Arrangement – Data Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 Figure 2-14 Antenna Data Cable Wiring Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 Figure 2-15 Proper Terminal Strip Wiring Arrangement – Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Tables Table 1-1 Available European Satellite Pairs (European LNB Required) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 Table 1-2 Available N. American Satellite Pairs (U.S.-style LNB required0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 Table 1-3 TracVision L3 Packing List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4 Table 2-1 Installation Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1 Table 2-2 Kitpack Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 Digital Satellite Television Your new TracVision L3 satellite antenna is fully compatible with the Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) satellites, which use the international standard for digital TV transmission, as well as ® Digital Satellite Service (DSS) services, such as DIRECTV . As a result, you will be able to receive and decode signals from your TracVision L3’s default satellite chosen satellite services with the proper programming and pairs are: hardware (e.
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A Guide to TracVision L3 Table 1-2 Available N. American Satellite Pairs (U.S.-style LNB required) DSS_101 DSS_110 DSS_119 Echo_61 Echo_110 Echo_119 Echo_148 Expressvu DSS_101 DSS_110* DSS_119 Echo_61 Echo_110 Echo_119 Echo_148 Expressvu * Contact KVH or DIRECTV for complete details on tracking and receiving signals from DSS_110. 1.2 TracVision L3 System Overview Your TracVision L3 employs a state-of-the-art actively stabilized antenna system. Once the satellite is
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Introduction System specifications and a functional block diagram are provided in Appendices A and B, respectively. 1.2.1 TracVision L3 Components The Antenna Unit includes the antenna positioning mechanism, signal front end, power supply and control elements. The antenna is a parabolic dish mounting a low noise block (LNB) converter with built-in preamplifier. The European configuration includes a single port LNB while the North American system uses a dual-output LNB. A molded ABS radome enclos
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A Guide to TracVision L3 1.2.2 Integrated Receiver Decoder The IRD (purchased separately) receives satellite signals from the Antenna Unit for signal processing and channel selection, and sends the signals to the TV set for viewing. The IRD also The dual-output LNB in the North provides the interface for the user to activate authorization for American systems allows two IRD/TV pairs to be connected reception. Please refer to the User’s Manual provided with your directly to the antenna. Three or
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Introduction 1.3.1 Additional Materials Required for TracVision L3 Use To make full use of your new TracVision L3 and receive satellite TV on the road, you will need to provide/purchase the following: • Television • Appropriate IRD for your selected satellite TV service, and • Sealing materials to weatherproof cable holes and seal mounting plate. 54-0157 Rev. C 1-5
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Installation 2 Installation TracVision L3 is designed for simple installation and setup. Just follow these easy steps: Step Refer to Section... Table 2-1 Installation Process 1. Choose the hardware locations 2.1 2. Mount the Antenna Unit 2.2 3. Wire system components 2.3 4. Select active satellite 2.4 5. Set the skew angle (Europe only) 2.5 6. Check out system 2.6 7. Configure for remote dish use 2.7 Installation Tools and Materials Required Plan the entire installation before • Electric drill p
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A Guide to TracVision L3 2.1 Choosing the Best Location • The ideal antenna site has a clear view of the horizon/satellite all around. • Keep the antenna clear of any obstructions on the Always lift the Antenna Unit by roof (e.g., air conditioners). the gray baseplate, never by the • Consider the location of the antenna relative to the radome or any portion of the location of any equipment or necessary wiring antenna assembly! within the vehicle. • For best operation, mount the antenna on a hori
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Installation Figure 2-1 Proper Orientation of the Antenna Unit ehicle V Centerline Figure 2-2 Elevation Shipping Restraint 4. While baseplate is in place, mark location(s) on roof for cable access to permit convenient cable access to the liquid-tight fittings on the back of the baseplate. 5. Cut the tie-wraps holding the foam elevation shipping restraint to the elevation axis motor shaft (pictured in Figure 2-2) and remove the restraint. 6. Remove the three foam baseplate shipping restraints se
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A Guide to TracVision L3 the appropriate fasteners, two flexible wings allow the rear mounting bolts to attach to the antenna baseplate. These may be angled upward to ensure a secure mounting, as shown in Figure 2-4. Figure 2-4 Antenna Baseplate bolts to this “wing,” which can remain horizontal. Mounting the Unit on a Curved Surface Mounting Plate Wing Mounting Plate can be tightened down to conform to a curved surface. 10. Using the mounting plate as a template, drill four 3 ⁄16" (5 mm)-holes
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Installation 13. Reposition mounting plate over adhesive and 3 attach using ⁄16" (5 mm)-diameter rivets (or appropriate fasteners). Seal all rivet heads and edges with silicone. 14. Drill cable access hole(s) in vehicle. 15. When unit is installed with connectors facing the rear of the vehicle, the drain holes are located as shown in Figure 2-6. Figure 2-6 Connectors Facing Rear of Vehicle – Factory-drilled Drain Hole Locations Front of ehicle V Factory-drilled Drain Hole Positions 15a.(Alter
