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owner’
s
manual
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Guide to Operation
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Guide to T
echnical Information
A Guide to T
racVision
®
G8
TVG8_OM_BinderCover_9.03
KVH
®
T
racVision
G8
Satellite Television
Contents
Main
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TracVision G8
Owners Manual
TracVision G8 Serial Number
Page
Table of Contents
Guide to Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
2Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
3Using the MCU Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
4Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
5Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
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Guide to Operation
1System Overview
System Compatibility
In-motion Tracking
Satellite Library
System Components
Antenna Unit
Master Control Unit
Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD)
2Receiving Satellite Signals
3Turning On the System
4Changing Channels and Switching to the Second Satellite
European Satellite Subscribers
DIRECTV Satellite Subscribers
EchoStar and ExpressVu Satellite Subscribers
DIRECTV Latin America Subscribers
5Watching Television
Cable Unwrap
Conical Scan Tracking
Sleep Mode
6Internet Access
7Using the MCU Interface
Guide to Technical Information
1 Introduction
1.1 System Overview
System Compatibility
In-motion Tracking
Satellite Library
1.2 System Components
Antenna Unit
Master Control Unit (MCU)
Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD)
1.3 Materials Provided with the TracVision G8
Table 1-3 lists the components and materials in the TracVision G8 shipping carton.
Table 1-3 TracVision G8 Packing List
2 Installation
2.1 Planning the Installation
Who Should Install the TracVision G8
Materials and Equipment Required for Installation
Kitpack Contents
Choosing Component Locations
Choosing the Best Location for the TracVision Antenna
Radar Concerns
Choosing the Best Location for the MCU
FWD
2.2 Mounting the TracVision Antenna
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Data/Power
RF3 RF1 RF2 RF4
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2.3 Connecting the IRD(s)
Connecting the RF Cable(s)
Option 1 - Connecting One IRD
Option 2 - Connecting Two IRDs
Option 3 - Connecting Three or More IRDs (North American and Latin American Systems)
Multiple Multiswitch Installation
Option 3 - Connecting Three or More IRDs (European Systems)
Connecting Three or Four IRDs
Connecting More than Four IRDs
Connecting the IRD Ground Wire
2.4 Wiring the MCU
+ -
Connecting the Antenna Data/Power Cable
Connecting Vessel Power and the IRD Ground Wire
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2.5 Mounting the MCU
Option 1 - Velcro Fastening on a Horizontal Surface
Option 2 - Flush-mounting
2.6 Activating/Programming the IRD
DIRECTV and DISH Network IRD Activation
Other IRD Activations
Programming European IRDs
Programming DSS Plus IRDs
2.7 Installing Satellites Using the MCU
Installing Your Selected Satellites
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Figure 2-23
Programming User-defined Satellites
Connecting a PC to the MCU Maintenance Port
Entering User-defined Satellite Data
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An Example of Configuring a User-defined Satellite (N. America)
An Example of Configuring a User-defined Satellite (Europe)
2.8 Checking Out the System
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2.9 Changing Geographic Location
Swap LNB/Feed Tube Assembly
Install New Satellites
Replace the IRD
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3.1 Startup and Self-test
3.2 Main Display and Accessing the Main Menu
Main Menu
The RETURN and CANCEL Keys
Antenna Error Messages
3.3 Installing Satellites
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Figure 3-6
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3.4 Restarting the Antenna
3.5 Operations Mode
Antenna Status Mode
Antenna Status Data Screens
Figure 3-10 shows the information available through the Get Antenna Status mode.
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Figure 3-10 Antenna Status Data Screens
Control Antenna Mode
Manually Controlling the Antenna
Restarting the Antenna
Turning Sleep Mode On/Off
Turning Instant On Mode On/Off
Installing a New Satellite Pair
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Figure 3-16
Setting Latitude and Longitude
Figure 3-17 Set Latitude/Longitude
Selecting Active Satellite
Setting the Skew Angle
The Set Skew Angle menu allows you to manually adjust the skew angle of the antennas LNB.
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Figure 3-18 Select Active Satellite
Updating Satellite Frequency Data
Figure 3-20 Satellite Frequency Scan
Configuring Satellite Settings
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Note 3
Note 1
Figure 3-21 Configure Satellite
Control Compass Mode
Selecting Autocalibration
Viewing the Calibration Score
Accuracy (ACC)
Magnetic Environment (MAGENV)
Calibration Update Number (CAL #)
Clearing the Calibration
Setting Display Brightness
4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
4.1 Troubleshooting Matrix
Table 4-1 Troubleshooting Matrix
4.2 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues
Power Disturbance, Blown Fuse, or Low Power
Fuse
Improper Wiring
Vessel Turning During Startup
Data/Power Cable Interference
Incorrect Satellite Configuration (European Systems Only)
Satellite Signal Blocked
Satellite Coverage Issue
Radar Interference
Satellite Frequency Data Changed
Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors
4.3 IRD Troubleshooting
4.4 Antenna Gyro and LNB Faults
4.5 Computer Diagnostics
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5 Maintenance
5.1 Warranty/Service Information
5.2 Preventive Maintenance
Monthly
Semi-Annually
5.3 TracVision G8 Field Replaceable Units
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5.4 Accessing Antenna Components Through the Hatch
5.5 Replacing the PCB Module Fuse
5.6 Replacing the Main PCB
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5.7 Replacing the RF PCB
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5.8 Replacing the Internal Sensor
5.9 Replacing the Azimuth FOG
Calibrating the Gyros
5.10 Replacing the Elevation Gyro
5.11 Replacing the Roll Gyro
5.12 Replacing the Azimuth Motor
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5.13 Replacing the Elevation Motor
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5.14 Replacing the Elevation Belt
5.15 Replacing the Skew Motor (European Systems Only)
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5.16 Replacing the Skew Belt (European Systems Only)
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5.17 Replacing the LNB
5.18 Replacing the LNB/Feed Tube Assembly
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5.19 Preparing for Shipment
Appendices
Appendix A System Specifications
A.1 Antenna Specifications
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Startup Data Sequences
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Appendix D Startup Data Sequences
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Appendix E Maintenance Port Parser Commands
STATUS or HELP.
E.1 System Commands
E.2 Manual Positioning Commands
Table E-2 Manual Positioning Commands
E.3 Operational Commands
Table E-3 Operational Commands
E.4 Tracking and Conical Scan Commands
Table E-4 Tracking and Conical Scan Commands
E.5 Sensor Module Commands
Table E-5 Sensor Module Commands
E.6 RF Board Commands
Table E-6 RF Board Commands
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E.7 Installation Commands
Table E-7 Installation Commands
E.8 Debug Commands
Table E-8 Debug Commands
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Appendix F Patent Protection*
One or more of the following patents protect the technology in KVH fiber optic gyros:
* Foreign patents pending
KVH Industries Limited Warranty TracVision G8
Limited Warranty on Hardware
Return Authorization
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