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KVH Industries TracVision 4 User's Manual

1. Part Qty 1 4 20 hex screws 4 1 4 flat washers 8 1 4 20 self locking nuts 4 Plastic screw covers 6 Antenna base seal gasket 1 Tie wraps 2 Core clamp 1 Installation Tips for Successful Antenna Unit Placement and Mounting The mounting surface should be essentially flat free of vibration and flexing and strong enough to carry the complete assembly 30 Ibs 13 6 kg The antenna unit need not be located exactly on the vessel s fore and aft axis but its centerline reference MUST be parallel to it Be sure to account for the radome height and the base dimensions illustrated in Figures 2 1 and 2 2 respectively Antenna Unit Mounting Procedure l Using the base dimensions presented in Figure 2 2 or the template provided in Appendix B lay out the four mounting bolt holes Check the layout of the baseplate to ensure that it is parallel with the vessel s fore aft axis Drill four 3 8 10 mm bolt holes Mark a 3 80 mm diameter circle in the center of the pattern and cut out to make a passage for the cables to connect to the baseplate Smooth the edges of the hole to protect the cables 9 00 22 9 cm 450 gt 11 43 cm 4 4 50 11 43 cm 9 00 22 9 cm 4x 5 16 8 mm THRU 19 3 49 cm 54 0150 Rev D Always lift the antenna unit by the gray baseplate structure not the radome Also be careful not to strike the exposed connect
2. PC TXD y Data Cable PC RXD to Antenna PC GND 32 0619 50 PC TXD PC RXD Not Used Not Used Installation 2 3 2 Wiring the Antenna Unit Power Cable Find the TracVision 4 power cable cable 32 0510 50 where it comes through the panel cutout made earlier Wire the antenna unit power cable to the switchplate connectors as indicated in Figure 2 9 After wiring the power cable connect the power indicator lamp also as noted in Figure 2 9 After both the power cable and lamp are properly wired carefully insert the lamp into its socket immediately below the switchplate connectors Figure 2 9 Wiring the Antenna Unit Power Cable and Indicator Lamp 12 Vdc Red Cable 32 510 50 12 Vdc Lamp Ground Black Cable 32 0510 50 Ground Lamp gt Be ETEN VA S P Lamp Socket 2 3 3 Connecting to Ship s Power After completely wiring the indicator lamp and the data and antenna cables you must connect the switchplate to ship s power as pictured in Figure 2 10 12 Vdc Ship s Power Figure 2 10 Wiring the Switchplate to Ship s Power Ground Ship s Power Power supplied to the TracVision 4 MUST NOT exceed 16 Vdc or the TracVision power supply will suffer serious damage 54 0150 Rev D 2 7 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 2 11 Mo
3. Multiswitch Qut2 Out 3 Out 4 2 10 Installation Commissioning the IRD Please refer to the user manual that accompanied your IRD for instructions on properly commissioning the system EchoStar Commissioning Issues EchoStar IRDs that have not been commissioned within several months of manufacture require additional steps to complete the process Refer to Appendix E for complete details 2 4 Selecting the Active Satellite As noted previously TracVision 4 can track a variety of DVB compatible and DSS satellites The system contains a preprogrammed library of North American satellites It also has two open slots that you may use to program two additional satellites of your choice Two of these satellites may be selected to reside in the system s active memory as Satellites A and B Once this is done a simple command via the maintenance port will tell the antenna to track one or the other making it easy to switch between the satellites of your choice Table 2 4 provides a grid of possible North American satellite pairs Table 2 4 North American Satellite Pairs DSS 101 DSS 110 DSS 119 Echo 61 Echo 110 Echo 119 Echo 148 Expressvu D55 101 DSS 119 Echo 110 Echo 148 Contact KVH or DIRECTV for complete details on tracking and receiving signals from DSS 110 The satellites listed in TracVision 4 s preprogrammed satellite library will be suff
4. Maintenance Port Parser Commands Azimuth CCW Step Function commands a 0 1 deg CCW manual step in azimuth angle Command 4 Argument none Response echoes the command Elevation UP S tep Function commands a 0 1 deg UP manual step in elevation angle Command 8 Argument none Response echoes the command Elevation DOWN Step Function commands a 0 1 deg DOWN manual step in elevation angle Command 2 Argument none Response echoes the command G 3 Operational Commands Tracking Mode Table G 3 Function starts active tracking of the satellite Operational Commands Command TRACK Argument none Response echoes the command Idle Mode Function halts active tracking and conical scan then enters idle mode Command HALT Argument none Response echoes the command 54 0150 Rev D G 3 A Guide to TracVision 4 Table G 4 Tracking and Conical Scan Commands Current Cable Wrap Angle Function sets or reports current cable wrap angle defined as 0 CCW limit to 700 CW limit the value is expressed as 0000 7000 with an implied decimal Command WRAPANGLE xxxx Argument the desired cable wrap angle setting Response Wrap Angle xxxx G 4 Tracking and Conical Scan Commands Target Location Function reports the target location in antenna frame Data format is E for elevation
5. 54 0150 Rev D 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 Table of Contents 1 1 1 2 1 3 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 Introduction ari AAA A oes 1 1 The Digital Satellite System ooooooooooo 1 1 TracVision 4 System Overview 22 nennnennnnnn 1 1 1 2 1 The TracVision 4 Antenna Unit 1 2 1 2 2 Integrated Receiver Decoder IRD 1 2 Materials Provided with the TracVision 4 System 1 3 1 3 1 Additional Materials Required for TracVision 4 Use 1 3 installati n gt rs 2 1 Choosing the Best Location and Getting the Best Reception asociado une 2 2 Installing the Antenna Unit ooooooooommomo 2 2 Wiring the TracVision 4 System oooooooooooo 2 5 2 3 1 Wiring the Antenna Unit Data Cable 2 6 2 3 2 Wiring the Antenna Unit Power Cable 2 7 2 3 3 Connecting to Ship s Power 2 7 234 IRD Ground Gable 4452 nrk NIE 2 8 2 3 5 Installing the Switchplate o o o ooooo 2 8 2 3 6 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable tothe IRD 2 9 Selecting the Active Satellite 2 11 2 4 1 Install
6. A Guide to TracVision 4 owner s manual Satellite Television TracVision 4 Ein Congratulations You have selected one of the most advanced mobile satellite tracking systems available today The KVH TracVision 4 offers stable reliable tracking of virtually any DVB compatible satellite system This manual provides detailed instructions on the proper installation use and maintenance of your TracVision 4 system Throughout this manual important information is marked for your attention by these icons A helpful tip that either directs you to a related area within the manual or offers suggestions on getting the highest quality out of your system An alert to important information regarding procedures product specifications or product use y Information about installation maintenance troubleshooting or TracVision 4 Serial Number other mechanical issues An electrical safety warning to help This serial number will be required identify electrical issues that can be a for all troubleshooting or service hazard to either this KVH product or calls made regarding this product a user Direct questions comments or suggestions to KVH Industries Inc 50 Enterprise Center Middletown RI 02842 USA tel 1 401 847 3327 fax 1 401 849 0045 e mail info kvh com internet http www kvh com KVHI NASDAQ LISTED The Quality Advantage KVH Part 54 0150 Rev D 2000 KVH Industries Inc
7. IMPLIED OR ARISING BY CUSTOM OR TRADE USAGE AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SAID EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHALL NOT BE ENLARGED OR OTHERWISE AFFECTED BY TECHNICAL OR OTHER ADVICE OR SERVICE PROVIDED BY KVH IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT KVH s liability in contract tort or otherwise arising out of or in connection with any product shall not exceed the price paid for the product IN NO EVENT SHALL KVH BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL PUNITIVE INCIDENTAL TORT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS OR GOODWILL INCLUDING ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE DELAY IN DELIVERY OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OR POSSESSION OF ANY PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO THE PRODUCT EVEN IF KVH HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES If any implied warranty including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose cannot be excluded under applicable law then such implied warranty shall be limited in duration to ONE 1 YEAR from the date of the original retail purchase of this product by the original purchaser Some states countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state country to state
8. or ExpressVu with the proper programming and hardware e g the Integrated Receiver Decoder IRD for your selected service TracVision 4 s default satellite setting is to acquire track and receive signals from DIRECTV s DSS 101 satellite However TracVision 4 s software is preprogrammed with the satellite locations and transponder information for the following North American satellites e DSS 101 W e DSS 110 W e DSS 119 W e EchoStar 61 W e EchoStar 110 W e EchoStar 118 W e EchoStar 119 W e EchoStar 148 W e ExpressVu Contact KVH or DIRECTV for complete details on tracking and receiving signals from DSS 110 1 2 TracVision 4 System Overview Your KVH TracVision 4 employs a state of the art actively stabilized antenna system Once the satellite is acquired the antenna gyro continuously measures the heading pitch and roll of your vessel and transmits commands to the antenna motors to keep the antenna pointed at the satellite at all times This active stabilization is enhanced by a conical scan tracking function to detect and lock onto the strongest signal resulting in the clearest reception possible System specifications have been provided in Appendix A Figure 1 1 TracVision Measures and Compensates for Vessel Motion 54 0150 Rev D 1 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 1 2 TracVision 4 System Configuration Figure 1 3 TracVision 4 Antenna Unit TracVision 4 Kin To complete your
9. LNB Removal and Alignment 5 10 Shipping Restraint Placement 5 11 List of Tables Table 1 1 Table 2 1 Table 2 2 Table 2 3 Table 2 4 Table 2 5 Table 5 1 Table A 1 Table A 2 Table A 3 Table G 1 Table G 2 Table G 3 Table G 4 Table G 5 Table G 6 Table G 7 TracVision 4 System Components 1 3 Installation Process va 2 1 Lengths of Provided Below decks Cables 2 1 Antenna Unit Kitpack Contents 2 2 North American Satellite Pairs 2 11 Installation Names North American Satellites 2 13 TracVision 4 Field Replaceable Units 5 2 TracVision 4 Antenna Physical Specifications A 1 TracVision 4 Power Specifications A 1 TracVision 4 Performance Specifications A 1 System Commands G 1 Manual Positioning Commands G 2 Operational Commands G 3 Tracking and Conical Scan Commands G 4 RF Board Commande G 5 Installation Commands G 6 Debug Commands asset Matt NA NA Se hee ee G 7 Introduction 1 Introduction 1 1 The Digital Satellite System Your new TracVision 4 satellite antenna is fully compatible with the Digital Video Broadcasting DVB satellites which use the international standard for digital TV transmissions and with the DIRECTV DSS satellites As a result you will be able to receive and decode signals from either DIRECTV The DISH Network
10. and Belt Replacement 5 8 5 6 1 Drive Belt Removal and Replacement 5 9 5 6 2 Elevation Drive Motor Removal and Replacement 5 9 5 7 Antenna LNB Replacement eee eee 5 10 5 8 Preparation for Shipment 5 11 Appendix A System Specifications A 1 A 1 Antenna Specifications oooooooooooommmm A 1 Appendix B TracVision 4 Baseplate Mounting Holes Template 0 o oo B 1 Appendix C Switchplate Panel Cutout Template C 1 Appendix D Comprehensive TracVision 4 System Wiring Diagram D 1 Appendix E EchoStar Commissioning Procedure E 1 Appendix F Startup Data Sequences F 1 Appendix G Maintenance Port Parser Commands G1 GI System Commands 2222 2 nenn nun nn G 1 G 2 Manual Positioning Commandes a G 2 G 3 Operational Commands o ooooooooooommmmmmmmooo G 3 GA Tracking and Conical Scan Commands G 4 G 6 Installation Commands G 6 List of Figures Figure 1 1 TracVision Measures and Compensates for Vessel MOLON sad eet ees aed tar era 1 1 Figure 1 2 TracVision 4 System Configuration 1 2 Figure 1 3 TracVision 4 Antenna Unit 1 2 Figure 2 1 Antenna Unit Elevation and Baseplate Diameter 2 3 Figure 2 2 Antenna Unit Base Dimensions 2 3 Figure 2 3 Baseplate Foam Seal Orientation Bottom View 2 4 F
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12. cover fits snugly over the PCB When removing or replacing the cover take care to ensure that the cover does not dislodge any of the Molex connectors as this will cause system errors and improper operation Figure 5 3 PCB Connector Locations Rear View CPU Elte PI L 4 PCB Cover The PCBs are mounted to the antenna elevation mechanism support frame with machine screws and are interconnected by means of keyed Molex connectors Figure 5 3 shows the PCB arrangement connector locations and functions while Figure 5 4 on the next page shows how the printed circuit boards are mounted to the support frame Azimuth Elevation Switch J5 Azimuth Elevation External Sensor J3 Power Data J4 Fuse Motor Motor ZZ 41 J2 sn RF PCB J9 5 4 Antenna Gyro J11 5 4 1 CPU Board 1 Remove the seven Molex connectors from the CPU 2 Remove eleven 46 32 x 3 8 machine screws lockwashers and flat washers from the PCB 3 Remove the assembly from the main support Maintenance Antenna Elevation Mechanism RF Board Cover Support Frame P 118 RF Board p E O J Lot 3 SE 47 o o o o Y L rem Le kel
13. in degrees 000 900 and A for azimuth in degrees 0000 3599 with implied decimals Command TGTLOCATION Argument none Response Target Location A E A B E A Analog Signal Strength Report Function reports signal strength from RF detector circuit in A D counts 000 FFF Hex Command SIGLEVEL Argument none Response Signal Strength xxxx Maintenance Port Parser Commands G 5 RF Board Commands Serial Communications Status Polarization Report Tone Changes Table G 5 Function start serial communications reports status amp RF Board Commands polarization tone changes Command S Response S s p b m lt cr gt every 5 seconds until gt lt cr gt is returned from system software Where s Satellite a Primary b Secondary p Polarization v Vertical h Horizontal x No LNB Power b Band h High Band Low band u USA m Mode v Valid i Invalid The Mode bit is used to evaluate the Satellite Polarization amp Band combination vs the Frequency Symbol Rate FEC currently in RAM This bit will be set to invalid if the Frequency for the selected combination is set to 0x0000 otherwise it will be set to valid For example the Mode bit will be set to invalid when the frequency is set to 00000 to indicate that there is not a frequency to track for the LNB tone and voltage setting Report RF Tracking Parameters Function r
14. input if it is different from the current value Command LASTSAT LASTSAT X Response Last lt sat_name gt Where X A updates to satellite A or X B updates to satellite B 54 0150 Rev D KVH Industries Limited Warranty TracVision 4 Limited Warranty on Hardware KVH Industries Inc warrants the KVH product purchased against defects in materials for a period of TWO 2 years and against labor costs for a period of ONE 1 year from the date of original retail purchase by the original purchaser It is the customer s responsibility to verify the date of purchase by returning the warranty card included with the product to KVH within 30 days of purchase or by providing a copy of a dated sales receipt for the KVH product under warranty with the warranty claim If this date cannot be verified the warranty period will begin 30 days after the date of manufacture of the original product purchased If you discover a defect KVH will at its option repair replace or refund the purchase price of the product at no charge to you provided you return it during the warranty period transportation charges prepaid to the factory direct Please attach your name address telephone number a description of the problem and a copy of the bill of sale or sales receipt as proof of date of original retail purchase to each product returned to warranty service Alternatively you may bring the product to an Authorized KVH dealer distributor for re
15. quality Figure 5 7 New RE Board Installation Remove the two RF cables from the RF connectors with a 74 12 mm wrench Hold the RF connector ferrule while loosening the connectors to avoid excess stress on or twisting of the cables Refer to Figure 5 6 Remove the four 1 standoffs with a x 7 mm nut driver socket and set aside Remove the RF Board and discard Install the new RF Board making certain to align the Board so that the RF Connectors are facing to the inside Figure 5 7 illustrates the alignment of the new RF Board the standoffs cables and cover Apply a drop of Loctite to one end of the four 1 6 standoffs Install the four standoffs Loctite applied end facing the RF Board using the nut driver to tighten securely Standoff Data Cable RF Flash Cable RF Connectors 10 11 12 13 Reattach the RF cables making certain that the RE cable originally attached to the top RF connector on the old RF Board is connected to the top RF connector on the new RF Board Attach the Data and RF Flash cables to the RF Board Insert the split rubber grommet surrounding the Data and RF Flash cables into the small slot on the new RF Board cover Secure the RF Board cover using the nuts and washers removed in Step 1 Maintenance 5 5 Antenna Gyro Assembly 1 Remove the printed circuit board PCB cover
16. satellite TV system you will need an Integrated Receiver Decoder IRD a k a satellite receiver and a television set A desktop or laptop computer is recommended during installation and to conduct diagnostics The interrelationship of units is illustrated in Figure 1 2 TracVision 4 Antenna 11 16 VDC 3 5 4 5 Amps Satellite Receiver 2 TV 2 1 2 1 The Antenna Unit includes the antenna positioning mechanism signal front end power supply and control elements A molded ABS radome encloses the baseplate and is secured in place with flat head machine screws Weathertight connectors located on the underside of the baseplate join the power signal and control cabling from below decks units A compression seal keeps moisture away from the connectors The TracVision 4 Antenna Unit 1 2 2 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 provides the interface for the user to activate authorization for reception Please refer to the User s Manual provided with your selected IRD for complete operating instructions Multiple IRDs may be connected to the Antenna Unit to provide satellite signals to a number of TV sets Integrated Receiver Decoder IRD Introduction 1 3 Materials Provided With TracVision 4 System Table 1 1 lists the components and materials in the TracVisi
17. such as www satcodx com Entering User defined Satellite Data Once the link between the PC and the TracVision 4 is established as described in Section 2 4 Selecting the Active Satellite it is necessary to provide initial longitude data regarding the user defined satellite To do so enter the SATCONFIG parser command via PC as follows Command SATCONFIG USERX YYY Z D L lt cr gt Where X 1 or 2 satellite alternative YYY longitude 0 180 Z E East or W West D decoding type 0 test 1 DSS A 2 DSS B 3 DVB L LNB polarization C circular L linear Function configures one of the user configurable satellites with the longitude provided Response if valid entry echoes the input data if invalid entry returns error message After entering the SATCONFIG command you must turn on the DEBUG mode by typing DEBUGON Installation Following the entry of the SATCONFIG and DEBUGON commands enter the satellite transponder information via PC as follows Command SATCONFIG X N F S C ID P B D lt cr gt Where SATCONFIG directs data to the RF Board X satellite location A or B N satellite table 98 amp 99 are slots for user configured satellites F frequency in MHz either 00000 or a range from 10700 12700 S the satellite transponder symbol rate in Mbit second 01000 30000 C the FEC code e g 12 23 34 56 67 78 ID the satellite network ID in hexi
18. the startup data and make sure that no system errors have been reported A representative startup sequence has been provided in Appendix F 4 After completing the review of the startup and operational routines shut down the system Completing the Installation Process 1 Refer to your satellite programming guide Select several channels from your active satellite service to confirm that the system is receiving and decoding the signals properly 2 Fill out and submit the warranty card to KVH 54 0150 Rev D 2 17 Antenna Unit Operation 3 Antenna Unit Operation The TracVision 4 system is easy to use Antenna Unit initialization and satellite acquisition is automatic and does not require operator intervention To start up the TracVision 4 system 1 Turn on the IRD and the television receiver 2 Turn on the Antenna Unit To minimize the time it takes the Refer to your IRD user manual for complete operating antenna to acquire the satellite do instructions for the IRD not change the channel during the startup process or cable unwrap Tips to Get the Best Reception with TracVision 4 e A dear line of sight to the satellite is required to ensure that the antenna can acquire and track the satellite e The Antenna Unit is designed to rotate a full 720 before coming to the end of its cable If it does so the system conducts an automated cable unwrap This involves rotating the dish in the opposite direction D
19. will go and all four feet are bottomed against the mounting surface as illustrated in Figure 2 5 13 Replace the radome over the baseplate Align the radome screw holes with the nut holders insert the screws and tighten Install a protective plastic screw cap from the kitpack over each screw Several spare protective caps are provided 2 3 Wiring the TracVision 4 System A switchplate has been provided to serve as the hub of the TracVision 4 wiring with the exception of the RF cable which will be connected to the IRD This switchplate includes an ON OFF switch and a DB9 maintenance port for easy access to the Antenna Unit s software and diagnostics Follow these steps to begin the wiring process 1 Select a location to mount the TracVision 4 switchplate It should be flat and within reach of the cables connected to the Antenna Unit 2 Create a panel cutout in the mounting surface Figure 2 6 illustrates the mounting dimensions and a template has been provided in Appendix C em 3 32 3 mm 2 32 8 mm 2 36 e A 60 mm pana as 52 mm 16 4 mm 3 19 81 mm 3 Run the Antenna power and data cables from the Antenna Unit and out through the panel cutout 4 Runa cable from ship s power 11 16 Vdc through the panel cutout 54 0150 Rev D Figure 2 5 Bolting the Antenna Unit to the Deck Side View Bolt E 4 Flat Washer Antenna
20. will track Satellite A or B based upon your location and selected satellite service Maintenance Port Switch As described in Section 2 4 Selecting the Active Satellite the maintenance port is used to tell the Antenna Unit which satellite it should acquire and track To make the antenna track either Satellite A or B first connect the PC to the maintenance port as described in Section 2 4 Once the data connection is made enter the Satellite Selection parser command as follows Command L x lt cr gt Where x Aor B one of your selected satellites as defined during the SATINSTALL process Choosing A or B will assign the antenna to acquire and track that installed satellite DIRECTV Satellite Subscribers DIRECTV subscribers in certain regions of the United States will require a DSS Plus IRD to receive both satellite and local channels Check with DIRECTV for regional requirements The DSS Plus IRD allows you to switch channels using the remote control If you are a DIRECTV subscriber but do not have a DSS Plus IRD use the maintenance port switching option previously described Antenna Unit Operation EchoStar and Expressvu Satellite Subscribers EchoStar and Expressvu subscribers will need to use the maintenance port switching method 3 1 1 Watching TV Underway and at Rest TracVision 4 is designed to operate as efficiently and as reliably as possible both when your vessel is underway and at rest Le
21. 4 0105 83 LNB Assembly 02 0932 Data Cable 32 0619 50 PC Cable 32 0628 06 Power Cable 32 0510 50 RF Cable 32 0417 50 IRD Ground Wire 32 0583 50 CPU Fuse 16 0017 4000 Maintenance The Antenna Unit printed circuit boards Antenna LNB elevation stepping motor and elevation drive belt may be removed and replaced on site using common hand tools Other TracVision 4 service must be done by your authorized dealer installer or at the factory Evidence of tampering with or unauthorized repairs will void the warranty The following are step by step procedures for removing and replacing those components that may be serviced Figure 5 1 depicts the location of a number of components within the TracVision 4 Antenna Unit Figure 5 1 TracVision 4 Antenna Unit Baseplate Cut Away LNB Antenna Gyro RF Board and Cover Elevation Drive Motor Assembly Antenna Support Frame PCB Cover and CPU 5 4 PCB Removal and Replacement The printed circuit boards PCBs are protected by a cover fastened to the antenna support frame The cover must be removed to gain access to the main power fuse and the PCB assemblies discussed below Refer to Figure 5 2 on the following page remove 3 nuts and washers from the bottom flange and 4 screws nuts and washers from the upper flange Remove the cover and set aside with the fasteners 54 0150 Rev D 5 3 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 5 2 PCB Cover Plate Removal The PCB
22. H 2 2 2 A 2 4 Installation of the replacement assembly is the reverse of this Reinstall all Molex connectors removed in Step 1 5 Calibrate the Gyro and LNB as described in Sections 5 5 and 5 7 5 4 2 RF Detector The RF Detector receives operating voltages from both the CPU board and the IRD via the RF cable Ensure that all power including the IRD is turned off before proceeding 1 Use a Ys 8 mm socket to remove the four nuts and washers securing the RF Board cover Set the hardware and cover aside Cut the tie wrap securing the Data and RF Flash cables pictured in Figure 5 5 to the RF Board Unplug the Data and RF Flash cables from the RF Board Observe which RF cable is attached to the top RF connector If the top RF cable is not already marked with yellow tape add a piece of tape or some identifying mark so that the RF cables can be plugged into the proper RF connectors on the new RF Board 54 0150 Rev D Figure 5 4 PCB Mounting Top View Figure 5 5 Data and RF Flash Cables Data Cable RF Flash Cable L I me RF Connectors 5 5 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 5 6 RF Cable Ferrules Ferrules Failure to hold the ferrules tightly while loosening the RF connectors can result in damage to the cables and reduce the signal
23. Molex connector to the PCB 5 7 Antenna LNB Replacement The LNB assembly receives preamplifier operating power from the IRD via the RF Detector PCB Be certain that the IRD is turned off or disconnected from its power source before removing or reconnecting the LNB 1 Disconnect both RF coaxial connectors at the LNB Loosen 2 allen set screws on the throat of the choke feed until the LNB is free to slide out Withdraw the LNB Insert the replacement LNB as far as it will go Be sure that it bottoms in the feedhorn Be careful not to puncture or dislodge the plastic seal covering the LNB throat Orient the LNB to align with the strut holding the pair of RF cables Apply a small amount of thread locking compound Loctite 425 or equivalent to the allen screw threads and tighten the screws to secure the LNB in position Maintenance 5 8 Preparation for Shipment If it is necessary to repack the Antenna Unit for shipment the shipping restraint removed during installation must be replaced Follow these steps to reinstall the restraint 1 Rotate the azimuth mechanism slowly to find the limit switch stop The front of the antenna should be facing the forward arrow Rotate the azimuth mechanism 180 in the opposite direction to ensure that the mechanism is not resting on the limit switch stop Pivot the reflector edge to its lowest position as shown in Figure 5 10 Place the foam shipping restraint label side u
24. Timeout Running Sensorless No Ext Sensor Detected Configuring for sensorless operation xxx Tnitializing Antenna No GPS Default Used Accessing default location based on sat install GPS DSS 101 AZ 220 8 EL 33 4 Default satellite position based on sat install Initializing Rate Bias GPS DSS_119 AZ 238 9 EL 22 1 RF S A H U V 54 0150 Rev D F 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 RF S A H U V A D 2084 2069 125 RF S A H U V RF S A H U V A D 2077 2072 121 Gyro Bias Az 2088 73 El 2079 39 Expected range is 1700 2300 Gyro Uncertainty Az 0 59 El 0 76 Entering Search Mode 1A RATE BLAS 5 BASS Te O SS AROS PASS is expected Searching for DSS 101 Threshold 1000 RF S A V U V POS 126 8 33 3 498 RF Freeze DAC 1574 RF S A V U V POS 156 6 33 3 343 Satellite Found AZ 118 5 EL 33 3 RF 1935 Entering Tracking RF S A H U V POS 113 2 34 1 464 Network ID Check POS 118 8 33 1 2625 POS 118 3 32 1 2642 RF Y 0X0000 x Tracking DSS 101 RF S A H U V RF AGCON RF AGC 51788 POS 117 9 32 2 2603 POS 118 9 32 6 2594 Saved Sat Pos AZ 118 1 EL 32 4 RF AGC 51748 POS 117 7 32 4 2616 RF AGC 51776 tPOS 118 7 32 7 2612 Saved Sat Pos AZ 117 7 EL 32 5 RF AGC 51759 Conscan gt sleep sat in 2 deg window POS 118 1 32 4 2631 POS 118 3 32 4 2609 RF AGC 51756 S
25. Unit Base H by Foam Seal Deck Flat Washer O t Lock Nut Figure 2 6 Switchplate Panel Cutout Dimensions A full scale panel cutout template has been provided in Appendix C A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 2 7 Correctly Securing Wires within the Switchplate Connectors Terminal Connector Lo 1 4 6 mm Figure 2 8 Data Cable Wiring Arrangement You are now ready to wire the TracVision 4 system to the switchplate connectors and ship s power Tips for Safe and Successful Wiring e When attaching cables to the TracVision 4 switchplate connectors make sure the insulation is stripped back approximately s Twist the wires gently to help achieve a good connection Do not pinch insulation inside the connector e After attaching the power and data cables to the appropriate terminal connector strips tug gently to ensure a firm connection 2 3 1 Wiring the Antenna Unit Data Cable Find the TracVision 4 data cable cable 32 0619 50 where it comes through the panel cutout made earlier Wire the data cable to the switchplate connectors as indicated in Figure 2 8 The connector board is etched with the same wire color identification to make the wiring process easier A comprehensive wiring diagram for the TracVision 4 system has been provided in Appendix D Not Used Not Used PC GND
26. atus string Initialize the System Function initializes the system perform a soft reset Command ZAP Argument none Response echoes the command then reinitializes the system 54 0150 Rev D G 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 G 2 Table G 2 Manual Positioning Commands Help on Parser Commands Function lists parser commands Command HELP Argument none Response print a list of all parser commands G 2 Manual Positioning Commands To execute the following commands first put the Antenna Unit in idle mode by typing HALT and pressing ENTER Positioning commands may be entered after the antenna comes to rest Azimuth Angle Function commands a manual azimuth angle that the mechanism moves to Command AZ xxxx range is 0000 3599 Argument desired azimuth angle of the mechanism relative to external magnetic reference or baseplate fwd 000 359 9 Response echoes the command mechanism moves at a fixed velocity Elevation Angle Function commands a manual elevation angle that the mechanism moves to Command EL xxx range is 100 850 Argument desired elevation angle of the mechanism relative to up 10 0 85 0 Response echoes the command mechanism moves at a fixed velocity Azimuth CW Step Function commands a 0 1 deg CW manual step in azimuth angle Command 6 Argument none Response echoes the command
27. decimal format Ox P the LNB polarization v vertical h horizontal B the LNB down conversion frequency l low h high D decoding type 0 test 1 DSS A 2 DSS B 3 DVB This information has to be entered for each of the four transponder categories e vertical high e vertical low e horizontal high e horizontal low TracVision 4 requires that the data fields for all four transponder categories be provided If the selected satellite does not have information for one or more of the transponder categories default information should be entered in the fields as follows Transponder Data Default Value Frequency 00000 Symbol Rate 27500 FEC Code the same value as provided for those transponders with data Network ID 0x0000 Polarity and Band whichever combinations are not already provided 54 0150 Rev D 2 15 A Guide to TracVision 4 2 16 After entering this information it is necessary to save these settings To do so type OSAVE A or B if this data is for Satellite 2 DEBUGOFF After completing this process restart the system by either cycling power or typing ZAP in the maintenance screen One of your user defined satellite options has now been added to the TracVision 4 satellite library This option will now be available the next time the SATINSTALL command is given An Example of Configuring a User defined Satellite The following is an example of configuring the fic
28. eports all RF tracking parameters for primary amp secondary satellites Command SATCONFIG Response Fx fffff S C ID P B D lt cr gt Where x Satellite a Primary b Secondary fffff Frequency in MHz 00000 and 10700 to 12700 S Symbol rate in Mbit Sec 1000 to 30000 C FEC code rate valid rates 12 23 34 56 67 78 ID Satellite Network ID in hexidecimal format valid range 0x0000 to Oxffff hex P LNB Polarization v Vertical h Horizontal B the LNB down conversion frequency l low h high D decoding type 0 test 1 DSS A 2 DSS B 3 DVB This command dumps all eight combinations of the Satellite Freq Sym FEC ID POL Band currently stored in RAM 54 0150 Rev D G 5 A Guide to TracVision 4 Table G 6 Installation Commands Set RF Tracking Parameters Function sets RF tracking parameter Command SATCONFIG X N F S C ID P B D lt cr gt Response Echoes the input data Where SATCONFIG directs data to the RF Board X satellite location A or B N satellite table 98 amp 99 are slots for user configured satellites F frequency in MHz either 00000 or a range from 10700 12700 S the satellite transponder symbol rate in Mbit second 01000 30000 C the FEC code e g 12 23 34 56 67 78 ID the satellite network ID in hexidecimal format Ox P the LNB polarization v vertical h horizontal B the LNB down conversion
29. frequency I low h high D decoding type 0 test 1 DSS A 2 DSS B 3 DVB ID Match Decoded Network ID Function report ID match and decoded network ID Command CHECKID Response Y OX N OX Where Y yes N no OX network ID G 6 Installation Commands Set Report GPS Position Function reports or sets default GPS position Command GPS lt cr gt GPS XX D Y YY E Response GPS XXD YYYEscr gt GPS XXD YYYE Where XX latitude 0 90 D S South or N North YYY longitude 0 180 E E East or W West Maintenance Port Parser Commands G 7 Debug Commands Report Offset Angles Table G 7 Function reports system offset angles Debug Commands Command OFFSETS OFFSETS XXXXX Y Y Y Y Response Offsets XXXXX X XXXXX X Where X new azimuth offset 1800 1800 Y new elevation angle 450 450 Applies Default Values to Default Satellites Function updates the default satellites to the default values Command SATPAIR X Response displays numerous frequency commands and reports Satellite Installation Complete Where X 0 satellites default to Astra amp Hotbird or X 1 satellites default to Expressvu and EchoStar 119 or X 2 DSS 101 and DSS 119 Report Last Satellite Tracked Update Value Function reports the last satellite tracked or updates the last tracked satellite to the value
30. g at the dock Instant On Operation As part of its operation TracVision 4 routinely saves the satellite position to memory and retains it when the system is turned off When TracVision 4 is powered up the system looks at the satellite s last saved position If the vessel has not changed its location the antenna will immediately acquire the satellite and receive the signal without initializing the antenna If the antenna has acquired the satellite through the Instant On feature then once the vessel begins to move the Antenna Unit will quickly carry out its normal initialization routine to prepare for active tracking resulting in a brief 30 seconds freeze in the satellite signal and image As soon as initialization is complete satellite tracking will resume and the television image will be restored Conical Scan Tracking While Underway The antenna control unit generates a conical scanning function to maintain peak signal strength to the receiver and to update the satellite s position When conical scan tracking is active the antenna moves continually with a circular motion to sweep across the satellite s peak signal The signal strength is then fed back to the control circuits to keep coming back to the direction of the strongest signal If the satellite signal is lost while the system is in conical scan track mode the control software imposes a 30 second time out delay If the signal is not regained during that ti
31. g the Best Location and Getting the Best Reception to make certain that the TracVision 4 unit is in the optimal location 4 1 3 Outside Satellite Coverage Zone TracVision 4 will provide outstanding reception within the 18 45 cm antenna coverage area for your satellite television service of choice However signal quality can be degraded as you approach the fringe coverage areas Refer to your satellite television service manual to check the viable coverage area for a 18 45 cm antenna Troubleshooting 4 1 4 Radar Interference The energy levels radiated by radar units can overload the antenna front end circuits Refer to Section 2 1 Choosing the Best Location and Getting the Best Reception to make certain that the TracVision 4 unit is in the optimal location with regard to your radar unit 4 1 5 Vessel Turning During Startup If the vessel turns during the 60 second startup and initialization sequence that occurs immediately after turning on the power to the TracVision 4 unit the antenna gyro will record that variable motion as standing still This may cause the antenna to track improperly To solve this problem turn TracVision 4 off for at least 10 seconds Turn the system back on making certain that the vessel is either motionless or travelling in a straight line for the 60 seconds immediately following power up 4 1 6 Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors As part of preventive maintenance described in Sec
32. gram please contact KVH Technical Support at 1 401 847 3327 or via email at techs kvh com A copy of the diagram can be mailed or faxed to you upon request EchoStar Commissioning Procedure Appendix E EchoStar Commissioning Procedure If you have purchased a DISH Network system there is a chance that your EchoStar IRD will fail to acquire the satellite when you first activate it This has been known to happen in IRDs that have not been commissioned within several months of their manufacture The following process is a manual method of acquiring the satellite for the first time so that the IRD can download the most up to date satellite and programming data allowing it to automatically acquire the satellite from then on Please refer to your EchoStar IRD user manual for complete instructions on the IRD the remote control and the command screens Manual Satellite Acquisition and IRD Commissioning 1 Turn on TV and EchoStar IRD 2 Using EchoStar remote press MENU The Main Menu will come up on the Screen 3 Select 6 System Setup 4 Select 1 Installation 5 Select 1 Point Dish Signal The Signal Strength Screen will appear 6 Using remote select the zip code box on the screen and input the local zip code The screen will show you the Azimuth and Elevation to the satellite Write this down 7 Connect a PC to the data port 8 Turn on the TracVision 4 9 Type HALT lt CR gt after receiving the
33. here are a number of common issues that can affect the signal reception quality or the operation of the TracVision 4 The following sections address these issues and potential solutions 54 0150 Rev D 4 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 4 2 4 1 1 Blown Fuse Low Power or Wiring If the Antenna Unit is installed but entirely non responsive there are three key factors to check as part of the troubleshooting process 1 Blown Fuse The Antenna Unit is equipped with a fuse mounted on its CPU Board If this fuse has blown or been broken the Antenna Unit will not operate Refer to Section 5 4 PCB Removal and Replacement for details on the fuse location and how to access the CPU Board 2 Low Power If the power cable from the Antenna Unit to the power source is more than 15 m 50 ft the power levels can decrease over the course of the cable resulting in a voltage level at the Antenna Unit that is too low to power the system Refer to Section 2 3 3 Connecting to Ship s Power for details on supplying adequate power to the Antenna Unit 3 Wiring If the system has been improperly wired it will prevent the Antenna Unit from operating correctly Refer to Section 2 3 Wiring the TracVision 4 System for complete system wiring information 4 1 2 Satellite Signal Blocked Satellite signals can be blocked or degraded by buildings other vessels or equipment on the vessel itself Refer to Section 2 1 Choosin
34. ial finish selected for compatibility with the dome material and transparency to the satellite signals Application of additional paints or finishes WILL degrade performance potentially beyond acceptable limits Table 2 3 Antenna Unit Kitpack Contents 2 1 Choosing the Best Location and Getting the Best Reception There are several factors to consider when choosing the respective locations of the TracVision 4 antenna unit 2 2 The ideal antenna site has a clear view of the horizon satellite all around Tracking errors will be reduced if the antenna forward arrow is aligned as closely as possible with the vessel s centerline Place the Antenna Unit as close to the intersection of the vessel s fore and aft centerline and midships Keep the antenna out of line with nearby radars as their energy levels may overload the antenna front end circuits If necessary position the Antenna Unit so it is at least four feet 1 2 meters above or below the level of the radar Make sure that the mounting surface is rigid so that it cannot flex when the vessel vibrates If necessary add a strength member to the mounting site to stiffen it Installing the Antenna Unit Specifics of installation will vary with vessel design but the following procedures are applicable in most situations and will result in a secure and effective installation Table 2 3 lists the components provided in the Antenna Unit Installation kitpack
35. icient for most North American users However if you wish to install one or two user defined satellites proceed to Section 2 4 2 Programming User defined Satellites After configuring the user defined satellites return to the satellite installation process in Section 2 4 1 Installing Your Selected Satellites 54 0150 Rev D 2 11 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 2 14 PC DB9 Connector 2 12 2 4 1 When you first connect to the system it is programmed with the factory default satellite assignment DIRECTV s DSS 101 satellite Installing Your Selected satellites Should you wish to track a different satellite either from the satellite library or a user defined satellite you must instruct the antenna which satellite will be the active satellite of choice Connecting to the TracVision 4 Maintenance Port To do so it is necessary to connect a PC to the terminal maintenance port The diagnostics procedure requires terminal emulation software such as PROCOMM Windows Terminal or Windows 95 98 Hyperterminal Use the settings appropriate to your application 1 Connect one end of the PC cable to the DB9 connector on the switchplate Connect the other end to the serial port on the PC a 9 pin 25 pin connector adapter may be needed for some PCs Open the terminal emulation software and establish the following settings e 9600 baud no parity e 8 data bits e 1 start bit e 1 stop bit e no f
36. ignal Cable if necessary Light hammer center punch adhesive tape scriber or pencil Power cable to connect ship s power to switchplate Terminal lug crimping tool wire strippers A PC with terminal emulation software such as PROCOMM Windows Terminal or Windows 95 98 Hyperterminal Below decks Cable Lengths proceeding Take into account antenna unit placement running cable distances between units and accessibility to the equipment after installation Cable lengths are detailed in Table 2 2 KVH recommends the use of RG 6 75 ohms cable for RF wiring Use of non RG 6 75 ohms cables will result in degraded performance The KVH warranty does not cover degraded performance due to improper wiring The major considerations in locating the below decks equipment are accessibility and cable lengths between units Lengths of these cables are as follows Cable Function Data Cable IRD to Antenna Unit KVH Part Length 32 0619 50 15 m 50 ft 32 0510 50 15 m 50 ft 32 0417 50 15 m 50 ft 32 0583 50 15 m 50 ft Table 2 2 Lengths of Provided Below decks Cables Power Cable Power to Antenna Unit RF Cable Antenna to IRD IRD Ground Wire 50 ft 50 ft 50 ft 50 ft 54 0150 Rev D 2 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 The Antenna Unit should not be too high off the water a height above the waterline no more than half the vessel length The radome exterior is treated with a spec
37. igure 2 4 Baseplate Connector Assignments 2 4 Figure 2 5 Bolting the Antenna Unit to the Deck Side View 2 5 Figure 2 6 Switchplate Panel Cutout Dimensions 2 5 Figure 2 7 Correctly Securing Wires within the Switchplate Connectors 2 6 Figure 2 8 Data Cable Wiring Arrangement 2 6 Figure 2 9 Wiring the Antenna Unit Power Cable and Indicator Lamp e ska anit 628 AG ras aa kaken 2 7 Figure 2 10 Wiring the Switchplate to Ship s Power 2 7 Figure 2 11 Mounting the Switchplate Support Frame and FONT COVER ser drar EE AA 2 8 Figure 2 12 Connecting Multiple IRDs using an Active Multiswitch 2 9 Figure 2 13 Connecting Two Active Multiswitches to the Trac VisSim 4 tenis sat la DL kreert 2 10 54 0150 Rev D Figure 2 14 Figure 4 1 Figure 4 2 Figure 5 1 Figure 5 2 Figure 5 3 Figure 5 4 Figure 5 5 Figure 5 6 Figure 5 7 Figure 5 8 Figure 5 9 Figure 5 9 PG DBS Connector EE aNG a LG 2 12 Troubleshooting Matrix 226226612365 page aaa cade 4 1 DBO COMMGCION still E oe ene 4 4 TracVision 4 Antenna Unit Baseplate Cut Away 5 3 PCB Cover Plate Removal 0005 5 4 PCB Connector Locations Rear View 5 4 PCB Mounting Top View 5 5 Data and RF Flash Cables aaa 5 5 RF Gable FEMU s erg Ee ee nrn E reas 5 6 New RF Board Installation 5 6 Elevation Drive Mechanism 5 8
38. illustrated in Figure 5 2 using a 2 Phillips screwdriver and a 10 mm nut driver socket 2 Use the 10 mm nut driver socket to remove the four nuts and washers securing the Antenna Gyro to the Antenna Reflector The nut on the bottom right also secures another P clip to the Antenna Reflector Set the nuts and washers aside 3 Disconnect the 7 pin Molex connector from the PCB Place the old Antenna Gyro assembly aside 4 Attach the 7 pin Molex to the new Antenna Gyro assembly Make sure the cable jacket passes 5 Replace the antenna gyro gasket through the PCB access slot to protect the wires from the edge of 6 Use the nuts removed in Step 2 to attach the new the PCB frame Antenna Gyro to the Antenna Reflector The bottom right nut should be used to secure the P clip on the Antenna Gyro Cable The Antenna Gyro should be oriented so that the cable extends from the top of the gyro 7 Carefully move reflector through its range of motion to ensure that the cable moves freely between the elevation mechanism and the lower assembly Adjust the Antenna Gyro cable as necessary to ensure proper motion Also ensure that the cables to the RF PCB do not interfere with the Gyro motion Antenna Gyro Calibration 1 With the PC connected to the maintenance port apply power to the antenna unit 2 Type HALT lt cr gt while the system is performing the limit switch initialization routine The system will complete the ini
39. ing Your Selected Satellites 2 12 2 4 2 Programming User defined Satellites 2 13 Checking Out the System 2 17 Antenna Unit Operation nennen 3 1 Watching Your Selected Satellites 3 2 3 1 1 Watching TV Underway and at Rest 3 3 Troubleshooting ee eee ees 4 1 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues 4 1 4 1 1 Blown Fuse Low Power or Wiring 4 2 54 0150 Rev D 4 1 2 Satellite Signal Blocked o oo ooooooooo 4 2 4 1 3 Outside Satellite Coverage Zone 4 2 4 1 4 Radar Interference cee eee 4 3 4 1 5 Vessel Turning During Startup 4 3 4 1 6 Incorrect or Loose RF Connectors 4 3 4 1 7 Using a Passive Multiswitch 4 3 4 3 Antenna Gyro and LNB Faults oooooooo 4 4 4 4 Computer Diagnostics lt ooooooommmommmmm 4 4 4 5 Maintenance Port Parser Commands oo 4 5 5 Maintenance 222 224 are 5 1 5 1 Warranty Service Information lt lt ooooooooooo 5 1 5 2 Preventive Maintenance eee eee eee eee 5 1 5 3 TracVision 4 Field Replaceable Units 5 2 5 4 PCB Removal and Replacement ooooooomomooo 5 3 54 1 CEU BO AIG sara PA 5 4 5 4 2 RF Detector A pala hal ds id e ek 5 5 5 5 Antenna Gyro Assembly oooooooonmnomnmmmmo 5 7 5 6 Elevation Motor
40. ire and track To do so enter the Satellite Selection parser None None command as follows Command L x lt cr gt Where x Aor B one of your selected satellites as defined during the SATINSTALL process Choosing A or B will assign the antenna to acquire and track that installed satellite To complete the process type ZAP lt cr gt to restart the system 2 4 2 Programming User defined Satellites The TracVision 4 satellite library has two open slots that you may use to program two user defined satellites in case you want to install watch a satellite that is not in the KVH predefined list To configure a user satellite the system must first be in Idle Mode by typing HALT and then information about the satellite must be provided including e Satellite name e Satellite position longitude 54 0150 Rev D USER1 and USER2 will only be available if one or two user defined satellites have been added to the library as detailed in Section 2 4 2 Programming User defined Satellites 2 13 A Guide to TracVision 4 2 14 e Transponder information for each of the following polarizations frequencies vertical high vertical low horizontal high horizontal low e Transponder information includes frequency symbol rate FEC code and network ID in hexidecimal format This information can be obtained for your satellite service provider or on a number of sites on the Internet
41. leeping New Gyro Bias Az 2088 73 EL 2079 39 Old Gyro Bias Az 2088 73 EL 2079 39 POS 118 3 32 4 2624 POS 118 3 32 4 2610 RF AGC 51759 Gyro Bias Trim AZ 2089 457 EL 2078 936 Gyro bias correction Drift OR 1 0697e 00 Sleep will now detect window exit F 2 Maintenance Port Parser Commands Appendix G Maintenance Port Parser Commands TracVision 4 system parser commands are parsed when the system receives an ASCII carriage return Hex 0D An ASCII line feed Hex 0A is permitted but is ignored in any transmitted command All system responses are terminated with an ASCH carriage return followed by a line feed and ending with either an acknowledge character ASCII gt Hex 3E or a not acknowledge character ASCII Hex 3F The parser commands are shown below in boldface capital letters but they are not case sensitive In most cases the command is responded to with an echo that is if you type ZAP for example and press ENTER the response will be the command you have entered For other commands the response is specific for each command such as VERSION STATUS or HELP G 1 System Commands Software Version Table G 1 Function reports software version and system type System Commands Command VERSION Argument none Response KVH TV4 Version XX XX System Status Report Function reports general system status Command STATUS Argument none Response system st
42. lite options will appear on the left side of the screen 61 5 West 119 West 148 West Your EchoStar IRD is now updated Startup Data Sequences Appendix F Startup Data Sequences The data on the following pages presents a sample startup data sequence registered by the TracVision 4 when receiving signals from DIRECT The DISH Network or ExpressVu This sequence may vary based on the software version loaded onto the TracVision 4 system This data can be recorded using the data port and a PC PGM TracVision G4 Controller Rev C Version 3 02 Serial number 12345678 RF ZAP Initializing RF Controller RF S A V U V RF SATINSTALL 55 C 57 C RF SATCONFIG RF F A 12368 20000 67 0X0000 V U 2 Satellite configuration data Satellite A RF F A 12368 20000 67 0X0000 V U 2 RF F A 12238 20000 67 0X0000 H U 2 RF F A 12238 20000 67 0X0000 H U 2 RF F B 12374 20000 34 0X1004 V U 3 Satellite configuration data Satellite B RF F B 12374 20000 34 0X1004 V U 3 RF F B 12381 20000 34 0X1004 H U 3 RF F B 12381 20000 34 0X1004 H U 3 RF RF PCB Version 2 0 RF I 0 49268 00000 00800 0 RE CM PASS Sasa SRR TETE TSS PASS is expected Limit Switch Test Limit Switch Status PASS 2 PASS is expected 44 Initializing Ext Sensor RF S A H U V h 0 S h 1 RF S A H U V ES Status Timeout h 0 S h 1 RF S A V U V ES Status Timeout h 0 S h 1 ES Status
43. loosen the external screws on the belt side Figure 5 8 on the following page shows the arrangement of motor drive belt and antenna pulley Drive Belt Motor Screws Drive Motor Maintenance 5 6 1 Drive Belt Removal and Replacement 1 Loosen 2 48 32 x 5 8 screws until the motor is free to move upward Raise the motor to the top of the slots and retighten the screws to hold it there 2 Roll the belt over the motor hub while slowly moving the antenna reflector through its vertical travel Work the belt out from between the antenna pulley and reflector 3 Carefully work the new belt in between the antenna pulley and the reflector Ensure that the teeth are on the inside of the belt Feed the belt over the motor hub Once the belt is in place work it back and forth to ensure that the belt is aligned and the teeth are engaged with the motor pulley 4 Gently press downward on the motor hub until the drive belt is at proper tension Adjust the belt tension for a maximum of 3 mm deflection with moderate finger pressure between the motor and antenna pulley Some readjustment may be necessary if the belt tension results in excessive antenna reflector vibration 5 Tighten the holding screws 5 6 2 Elevation Drive Motor Removal and Replacement 1 Remove the Elevation Motor Molex connector from the PCB illustrated in Figure 5 8 Feed the drive motor cable through the cutout to the front of the elevatio
44. low control Apply power to the TracVision 4 system and allow the system to complete full initialization Data should be scrolling on the PC display to identify any system problems detected If no data is seen recheck your connections and the terminal software setup Installation Installing the Satellite of Choice Once the data connection has been made between the PC and the TracVision 4 you must assign the satellites you wish to have in the satellite pair On the maintenance screen put the antenna in Idle Mode by typing HALT then enter the SATINSTALL command Table 2 5 Installation Names American Satellites North Satellite Install Name Command SATINSTALL lt sat a name gt lt sat D name gt lt cr gt DSS 101 W DSS 101 Where lt sat_a_name gt the name of your choice for DSS 110 W DSS 110 Satellite A DSS 119 W DSS_119 lt sat_b_name gt the name of your choice for Satellite B EchoStar 61 W Echo_61 Table 2 5 lists the assigned names for satellites that are in the EMOS NOW i Eehor410 preprogrammed North American satellite library If you do not EchoStar 119 W Echo 119 wish to assign a pair of satellites enter None as the name of EchoStar 148 W Echo 148 Satellite B Expressvu Expressvu After you have assigned satellites as Satellites A and B the final User defined 1 USER1 step is to tell the antenna which of the two satellites it should User defined 2 USER2 acqu
45. ltiple IRDs Mount the multiswitch unit in accordance with the manufacturer s instruction sheet TracVision 4 Antenna Baseplate Bottom View DC Power RHCP VHF UHF 13v Multiswitch Out 2 Out 3 d 5 T T T T 54 0150 Rev D For single IRD installations the RF cable is connected to the RF1 plug on the base of the antenna If a second IRD is added the additional RF cable connects to the RF2 plug Figure 2 12 Connecting Multiple IRDs using an Active Multiswitch A Guide to TracVision 4 1 Connect the RF cable tagged RF1 to the multiswitch input labeled LNB RHCP 13V 2 Connect a second RF cable to the multiswitch input labeled LNB LHCP 18V 3 Connect the multiswitch outputs to individual IRD inputs Use RG 6 cable terminated with F type connectors for all RF connections Terminate all unused output connectors with 75 ohm DC blocks Channel Master 7184 Radio Shack 15 1259 or equivalent Multiple Multiswitch Installation If there is a need for more than four IRDs it is possible to carry out a multiple multiswitch installation as illustrated in Figure 2 13 Figure 2 13 TracVision 4 Antenna Baseplate Bottom View Connecting Two Active Multiswitches to the TracVision 4 RF Splitters Power Dividers DC Power RHCP VHF UHF LHCP 13v 18v Multiswitch DC Power Out 2 Out 3 Out 4 RHCP VHF UHF LHCP 13v 18v
46. me the antenna reverts to the set of Search Modes to start looking for the satellite signal This is an automatic process that does not require user intervention 54 0150 Rev D 3 3 A Guide to TracVision 4 Sleep Mode When the vessel has come to a stop and holds its position for any extended period of time the Antenna Unit enters Sleep Mode which turns off the conical scan tracking thereby reducing any motor noise the antenna may be making As soon as the vessel moves Sleep Mode will automatically be turned off and the system will begin tracking the satellite again Troubleshooting 4 Troubleshooting The troubleshooting matrix shown in Figure 4 1 identifies some trouble symptoms their possible causes and reference to troubleshooting solutions Figure 4 1 Troubleshooting Matrix I o Se e ki N gt o Ze PI fe lg lo 2 35 79 2 ES 5 c O0 2 S S 2 w 2 BE 2 SE a S 2 i 5 2 JE S S la e X E 5 lo IS 18 IE TEL 12 G S S SE ly 2 2 8 SIF G S S E 12 18 1212 le IS o s l2 lo IS JE lt E 8 5 3 2 18 8 8 3 158151315 L un 03 S S E amp E S 12M 39 212 JR a 2 8 8 8 8 2 5 2 5 3 218 Je 1818 12151813 18 Ss eis S E E IT Q 2 73 D S 2 Q 2 3 S SIS 2 u PLS iF amp s 3 S 8 N L o 5S 2 E 5 9 Q SS o o KN d EN E E D s S e Li 9 5 9 s SYMPTOM 2 2 System will not find satellite 5 x X x E Snowy television picture UNER E 4 1 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues T
47. message Entering Search Mode 1 54 0150 Rev D E 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 E 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Type in the elevation that you obtained in step 6 Type EL xxx lt CR gt e g Elevation of 30 2 EL 302 lt CR gt Using a compass take a bearing on an object that is approximately on the azimuth obtained in step 6 Type in an azimuth that points the antenna in the direction of the object selected in step 11 Type AZ xxxx lt CR gt e g Azimuth of 233 AZ 2330 lt CR gt Valid azimuth range is 0 360 0000 3600 Check to see if there is signal strength on the Signal Meter Screen Move antenna counter clockwise in 5 increments until signal strength is acquired If you do not find satellite point the antenna at the object selected in step 11 and move antenna clockwise in 5 increments until signal strength is acquired Once satellite is found fine tune azimuth in 1 increments for maximum signal strength Fine tune in elevation in 1 increments for maximum signal strength Once the satellite is found turn the EchoStar IRD off using the power button on the infrared remote Do not turn off the IRD using the front panel Leave IRD in standby mode for approximately 5 minutes The IRD will now download new software from the satellite To verify that the IRD has been updated put the IRD into the Signal Strength Screen mode and three satel
48. n 4 will be required during any service or calls You will find SCH E the serial number on the inside KVH Industries Inc warrants TracVision 4 against defects in front cover of this manual materials and workmanship for a period of two years and labor for a period of one year from the date of original retail purchase by the original purchaser Labor is only warrantied if the TracVision 4 was installed by an authorized KVH dealer It is the customer s responsibility to verify the date of purchase by returning the warranty card included with the product to KVH within 30 days of purchase or by providing a copy of a dated sales receipt for the KVH product under warranty with the warranty claim If this date cannot be verified the warranty period will begin 30 days after the date of manufacture of the original product purchased For additional information on KVH warranty repair and liability policies please refer to the complete warranty statement provided at the conclusion of this manual 5 2 Preventive Maintenance TracVision 4 requires minimal preventive maintenance The following routine housekeeping chores are sufficient to maintain peak performance Monthly Wash the exterior of the radome and baseplate assembly with fresh water to remove salt deposits a mild detergent may be added to remove grime e Use caution when spraying the radome directly with high pressure water from a hose e Do not apply abrasive cleaners o
49. n drive assembly support frame 2 Remove the two machine screws and washers holding the motor in position Withdraw the motor from the elongated slots 3 Remove 2 screws from the tapped motor mounting plate and transfer the plate and screws to the replacement motor Apply a drop of thread locking compound e g Loctite 425 or equivalent where each screw protrudes from the plate 54 0150 Rev D 5 9 A Guide to TracVision 4 The short screw must go in the upper left hole on the motor flange as viewed from the motor housing end with the cable extending down Refer to Figure 5 8 for proper screw location Excessive belt tension may result in antenna reflector vibration Figure 5 9 LNB Removal and Alignment 5 10 Install the new motor with the open holes in the motor mounting plate behind the slots in the frame and the motor connector facing down as shown in Figure 5 5 Reinstall the machine screws and washers but do not tighten Raise the motor and work the toothed drive belt over the outer lip of the hub Press down gently on the motor body while rotating the antenna reflector up and down to ensure free movement Adjust the belt tension for a maximum of 3 mm deflection with moderate finger pressure between the hub and gear Some readjustment may be necessary if the belt tension results in excessive antenna reflector vibration Reconnect the Elevation Motor
50. on 4 shipping carton Component KVH Part No Antenna Unit 01 0234 01 Installation Kitpack 72 0099 Data Cable 32 0619 50 PC Cable 32 0628 06 Power Cable 32 0510 50 RF Cable 32 0417 50 IRD Ground Wire 32 0583 50 Switchplate 02 1023 1 3 1 Additional Materials Required for TracVision 4 Use To make full use of your new TracVision 4 and receive satellite TV while on the water you will need to provide purchase the following e Television e Appropriate IRD for your selected satellite TV service and e Sealing materials to weatherproof cable holes 54 0150 Rev D Table 1 1 TracVision 4 System Components DIRECTV subscribers in certain regions of the United States will require a DSS Plus IRD to receive both satellite and local channels Check with DIRECTV for regional requirements Installation 2 TracVision 4 is designed for simple installation and setup Just Installation follow these easy steps Step Refer to Section Table 2 1 1 Choose the hardware locations 2 1 Installation Process 2 Mount the Antenna Unit 2 2 4 Wire system components 2 3 5 Select active satellite 2 4 6 Check out system 2 5 Plan the entire installation before Materials and Equipment Required for Installation Flectric drill 3 8 10 mm drill bits and 3 80 mm hole saw Socket wrenches Flat tip and Phillips screwdrivers RG 6 75 ohms cable for a second RF S
51. ors extending from the bottom of the baseplate or allow them to carry the weight of the antenna unit Figure 2 1 Antenna Unit Elevation and Baseplate Diameter y 28 Ae 32 x KIVIHI w LE Ka 19 3 49 cm Figure 2 2 Antenna Unit Base Dimensions A template of the baseplate mounting holes has been provided in Appendix B 2 3 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 2 3 Baseplate Foam Seal Orientation Bottom View Foam Seal REA a E NN V y Ba J14 data Figure 2 4 Baseplate Connector Assignments Single IRD Installation FA J13 power RF1 A ZEN RF2 E TF J14 data Second IRD Installation The foam shipping restraint must be removed before power is applied Save the foam for reuse and be sure to install it whenever the Antenna Unit is moved from place to place See Section 5 8 Preparation for Shipment for instructions on preparing for shipment 2 4 10 Place the foam seal in position on the mounting surface with the hole centered over the cable access cutout and the paper backing on the bottom Do not remove the paper backing at this time Align the seal with the vessel s fore and aft line and the small end pointed forward as shown in Figure 2 3 Scribe a line all around the seal Remove and save the three screws holding the radome to the baseplate Carefully lift the radome straight up until clear of the antenna assembly and
52. p between the reflector and the azimuth motor as illustrated in Figure 5 10 The reflector should now be captured behind the restraint Pack the TracVision 4 unit in its original package As detailed in the warranty accompanying this product and printed on the last page of this manual a Return Material Authorization RMA number is required prior to the return of the TracVision 4 system to KVH Contact the KVH Technical Support Department at 1 401 847 3327 or via email at techsOkvh com to obtain the RMA number Please review your warranty to familiarize yourself with all requirements liabilities and policies 54 0150 Rev D When rotating the azimuth mechanism by hana go slowly Hitting the mechanical stops with excessive force will damage the azimuth limit switch Figure 5 10 Shipping Restraint Placement Foam Shipping Restraint System Specifications Appendix A System Specifications A 1 Antenna Specifications Physical Characteristics Antenna Unit 53 cm 21 h x 49 cm 19 2 d 13 6 kg 30 Ibs Operating temperature 25 to 55 C 13 to 130 F Storage temperature 40 to 85 C 40 to 185 F Humidity to 100 non condensing Input Power Input 11 16v DC 3 5 amps nominal 4 5 amps peak Antenna System Performance Minimum EIRP 50 51 dB Elevation range 20 85 Azimuth range 720 Pitch roll range 15 Pitch roll
53. pair H the product was installed by an Authorized KVH dealer distributor identified with the KVH Authorized dealer distributor list KVH will cover the dealer s distributor s labor charges for warranty repairs provided the dealer distributor contacts KVH for pre approval of the charges This Limited Warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident abuse misuse or misapplication or has been modified without the written permission of KVH if any KVH serial number has been removed or defaced or if any factory sealed part of the system has been opened without authorization Return Authorization A Return Material Authorization is required prior to returning the product to KVH Industries Please call our Technical Support Department at 1 401 847 3327 or send an e mail to techs kvh com to obtain the RMA number Write the number in large clear characters on the outside of the box To avoid confusion and misunderstandings shipments without an RMA number clearly visible on the outside box will be refused and returned to you at your expense If possible use the original box and packing material to protect the equipment from damage in shipment KVH assumes no responsibility for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed above THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE THE ONLY WARRANTIES GIVEN BY KVH WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT FURNISHED HEREUNDER KVH MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS
54. r 4mm holes in the support frame 2 Fit the switchplate assembly and support frame into the panel cutout made in Step 2 in Section 2 3 and flush to the mounting surface C Front Cover A Panel Cutout Weg 2 97 mm 2 36 60 mm 7 95 52 mm i 3 19 81 mm Installation 2 Drill four 2 5mm holes in the mounting surface using the countersunk holes in the support frame as the template Secure the support frame and switchplate assembly to the mounting surface using the four 6 self cutting screws 3 Snap the front cover into place to cover the screws and support frame 2 3 6 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to the IRD The RF signal cable cable 32 0417 50 is fitted with F type connectors One end should be connected to the plug labeled RF1 on the base of the TracVision 4 system and the other to the IRD plug labeled LNB or ANT SAT If a second IRD is to be hooked up to the TracVision 4 antenna unit the RF cable for the second IRD should be connected to the plug labeled RF2 while the other end is connected to the IRD plug labeled LNB or ANT SAT on the second IRD Multiswitch Installation Three or More IRDs For multiple IRD TV installations an active multiswitch Channel Master model 6214IFD or equivalent is placed between the Antenna Unit and the IRDs Figure 2 12 illustrates typical wiring arrangements for mu
55. r volatile solvents such as acetone to the ABS radome 54 0150 Rev D 5 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 TracVision 4 components receive power from multiple sources Do not open any electrical assemblies or attempt servicing until IRD power and vessel input power are disconnected Table 5 1 TracVision 4 Field Replaceable Units e Check all connectors at the Antenna Baseplate Remove connectors and examine for signs of corrosion clean as needed Semi Annually e Remove the radome and examine the interior of the Antenna Unit for signs of corrosion loose connections or frayed or broken wires 5 3 TracVision 4 Field Replaceable Units The TracVision 4 has been designed with durability and low maintenance in mind If you experience an operating problem or otherwise require technical assistance contact your local authorized TracVision 4 dealer installer first If an authorized dealer installer is not located nearby contact the factory directly at the telephone facsimile or e mail listings inside the front cover Replacement part numbers for field replaceable units FRUs that can be serviced in the field are listed in Table 5 1 These parts may be obtained from any KVH authorized dealer installer or may be ordered directly from KVH FRU Part Number Radome 02 0925 04 CPU 02 0992 RF Detector PCB 02 1017 02 Antenna Gyro Sensor 02 1035 Antenna Gyro Gasket 24 0139 Elevation Drive Belt 2
56. rate 45 second Turn rate 45 second Yaw 190 in 10 seconds Tracking rate 30 per second Position repeatability 0 1 Surge sway heave 0 2 G Shock 20 G 11 msec Vibration 0 9 G rms over 5 33 Hz 54 0150 Rev D Table A 1 TracVision 4 Antenna Physical Specifications Table A 2 TracVision 4 Power Specifications Table A 3 Trac Vision 4 Performance Specifications TracVision 4 Baseplate Mounting Holes Template Appendix B TracVision 4 Baseplate Mounting Holes Template A template for the four mounting holes is presented on the following page 54 0150 Rev D B 1 Drill 3 8 10 mm gt Bolt Hole 9 229 mm Drill 3 8 10 mm Bolt Hole N 9 229 mm mh wk Appendix B IracMsion 4 Basedate Mourting Holes Teng ate hepa Ul 3 80 mm A 9 229 mm Drill 3 8 10 mm 7 Bolt Hole 9 229 mm a Drill 3 8 10 mm Bolt Hole Switchplate Panel Cutout Template Appendix C Switchplate Panel Cutout Template 3 82 97 mm 32 8 mm 332 6 2 36 Panel Cute 2 05 anel Cutout 60 mm GE 52 mn keck i N N N N aae p 16 4 E 3 19 81 mm 54 0150 Rev D C 1 Appendix D Comprehensive TracVision 4 Wiring Diagram The comprehensive TracVision 4 wiring diagram is unavailable in PDF format If you require a copy of this wiring dia
57. set it aside in a safe place Position the baseplate assembly in place over the mounting holes and cable access Ensure that all holes line up and that the connectors are centered over the cable access Make any necessary adjustments before seating the foam seal in place permanently Clean the surface where the foam seal will be placed Remove the paper backing from the foam seal to expose the contact cement Lay the foam seal in place adhesive side down and press down firmly to bring the adhesive into full contact along the bottom Bring the Data Cable RF Cable s and Power Cable up through the access hole and connect them to the baseplate Turn the connectors down securely but don t use excessive force finger tight is sufficient Figure 2 4 illustrates the connector assignments Do not use teflon gel on the cable fittings as it reduces signal strength at higher frequencies Remove the foam shipping restraint from the Antenna Unit Place the baseplate over the holes drilled in the foundation Rotate the azimuth mechanism plate to expose each mounting hole When rotating the azimuth mechanism by hand go slowly Hitting the stops with excessive force will damage the azimuth limit switch Place a flat washer from the kitpack on a bolt and insert the bolt into its hole from above Installation 11 Apply a flat washer and lock nut from underneath 12 Tighten securely until the foam seal is compressed as far as it
58. tialization function by finding the azimuth and elevation switch limits and then go to the home position Record the 8 digital serial number that was displayed in the startup message 3 Type DEBUGON lt cr gt to enter Debug Mode 4 Type DEBUGON lt cr gt to enter Debug Mode 54 0150 Rev D 5 7 A Guide to TracVision 4 Refer to Section 2 4 Checking Out the System for complete details in connecting a PC to the system via the maintenance port Figure 5 8 Elevation Drive Mechanism 5 Type CALAZ lt cr gt Verify that the Antenna Gyro Azimuth scale factor is between 0 000800 and 0 001200 6 Type CALEL lt cr gt Verify that the Antenna Gyro Elevation scale factor is between 0 000800 and 0 001200 7 Type ZAP lt cr gt 8 Type HALT lt cr gt while the system is performing the limit switch initialization routine The system will complete the initialization function by finding the azimuth and elevation switch limits and then go to the home position 9 Verify that the response has the correct parameters 10 Type ZAP to restart reinitialize the system 5 6 Elevation Motor and Belt Replacement The elevation motor is mounted to the inside of the elevation drive assembly support frame Machine screw washer sets hold the drive motor in proper position to maintain proper tension on the toothed drive belt When adjusting belt tension or changing the belt do not remove the screws from the motor side only
59. tion 5 Maintenance KVH recommends checking the Antenna Unit cable connections A loose RF connector can reduce the signal quality Refer to Section 2 3 5 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to the IRD for directions on proper Antenna Unit to RF cabling 2 Baseline RF levels are included as 4 1 7 Using a Passive Multiswitch part of the startup sequence provided in Appendix F An active multiswitch must always be used to connect the TracVision 4 system to multiple IRDs Refer to Section 2 3 5 Connecting the Antenna RF Signal Cable to the IRD for directions on proper multiswitch multiple IRD cabling 54 0150 Rev D 4 3 A Guide to TracVision 4 Figure 4 2 DB9 Connector 4 4 4 2 EchoStar IRD Commissioning If you have purchased a DISH Network system there is a chance that your EchoStar IRD will fail to acquire the satellite when you first activate it This has been known to happen in IRDs that have not been commissioned within several months of their manufacture Appendix E provides the manual satellite acquisition and commissioning procedure 4 3 Antenna Gyro and LNB Faults Section 5 Maintenance provides detailed instructions for authorized service personnel who may be required to replace the TracVision 4 antenna gyro or the LNB 4 4 Computer Diagnostics TracVision 4 has been designed to provide diagnostic readouts viewed on a personal computer having an RS 232 serial comm
60. tional YOURSAT 101 as the USER1 configured satellite Prior to configuring this satellite or any others be certain to get the most up to date information from one of the sources previously discussed Yoursat 101 at 7 West DVB decoder Linear Polarization LNB Horizontal High Frequency 11 966 GHz Symbol Rate 27500 FEC Code 3 4 Network ID 2048 dec 0x0800 Vertical High Frequency 11 823 GHz Symbol Rate 27500 FEC Code 3 4 Network ID 2048 dec 0x0800 Vertical Low No Data Listed Horizontal Low No Data Listed Installation Based on this information the data entered via the PC would look like this assuming that YOURSAT 101 would be Satellite 1 SATCONFIG USER1 7 W 3 L DEBUGO SATCONFIG A 98 11966 27500 34 Ox0800 H H SATCONFIG A 98 11823 27500 34 0x0800 V H SATCONFIG A 98 00000 27500 34 0x0000 V L SATCONFIG A 98 00000 27500 34 0x0000 H L SAVE A DEBUGOFF ZAP 2 5 Checking Out the System To complete the TracVision 4 installation it will be necessary to verify that the system functions properly Critical to ensuring that the system is configured and operating properly is to check the system startup routine to ensure that the system is operating within normal parameters 1 Connect a PC to the maintenance port and startup the system as instructed in Section 2 4 Selecting the Active Satellite 2 Allow the system to fully initialize Review
61. unication port If you are unable to isolate a system problem set up for computer diagnostics as described below System problems will most likely be found somewhere through the diagnostic readouts The diagnostics procedure requires terminal emulation software such as PROCOMM Windows Terminal or Windows 95 98 Hyperterminal Use the settings appropriate to your application 1 Connect one end of the PC cable to the DB9 connector on the switchplate Connect the other end to the serial port on the PC a 9 pin 25 pin connector adapter may be needed for some PCs 2 Open the terminal emulation software and establish the following settings e 9600 baud no parity e 8 data bits e 1 start bit e 1 stop bit e no flow control Troubleshooting 3 Apply power to the TracVision 4 system and allow the system to complete full initialization Data should be scrolling on the PC display to identify any system problems detected If no data is seen recheck your connections and the terminal software setup 4 After completing the diagnostic shut down the system 4 5 Maintenance Port Parser Commands TracVision 4 system parser commands are detailed in Appendix G 54 0150 Rev D 4 5 Maintenance 5 Maintenance The following sections provide details on preventive maintenance and field replaceable units and parts for the TracVision 4 antenna unit The serial number for your 5 1 Warra nty Se rvi ce Informat i on TracVisio
62. unting the Switchplate Support Frame and Front Cover Before securing the switchplate to the mounting surface be sure to strain relieve the wires connecting to the switchplate connectors several tie wraps have been provided to aid in strain relieving the wires If there is a need to extend the Antenna Unit to ship s power cable refer to the following tips e The Antenna Unit power cable connector on the baseplate cannot accept cables larger than 14 AWG 1 5 mm e If the cable is longer than 15 m 50 ft be sure to verify the voltage at the antenna to ensure that there is sufficient power to drive the antenna under load 11 16 Vdc If not carefully increase the voltage to the Antenna Unit to compensate for any drop in power over the length of the cable and ensure that the voltage reaching the Antenna Unit is between 11 and 16 Vdc 2 3 4 IRD Ground Cable A grounding wire cable 32 0583 50 has been provided to connect your IRD to a suitable ground and protect the system Attach the grounding wire to any suitable screw on the rear panel of the IRD with a good contact with the IRD chassis The other end should be connected to a suitable ground such as the ship s power ground wire connected to the switchplate 2 3 5 Installing the Switchplate After completing the switchplate wiring process you must install the switchplate itself This process detailed in the following steps is illustrated in Figure 2 11 1 Drill fou
63. uring this process your television transmission will be frozen momentarily while the cable unwraps and the antenna reacquires the satellite Automated Operations The system carries out a number of automated steps at startup For reference these steps are 1 Antenna Unit Initialization The microprocessor circuitry does a basic self test of the hardware and software associated with the antenna unit 2 Satellite Search Modes The system loads the previously stored satellite location If there is no previously stored satellite location as with a new installation a default position is loaded The system then begins a set of Search Modes to find the satellite The default position may be modified via the maintenance port 54 0150 Rev D 3 1 A Guide to TracVision 4 3 Fine tuning Satellite When a signal is detected the antenna interrupts the search mode and begins a procedure to fine tune the position for maximum signal strength When the signal peak is found the RF circuitry verifies the ID of the acquired satellite If the ID is correct the system enters tracking mode if it is wrong it resumes the search Once the satellite has been acquired the system updates the satellite location stored in memory 3 1 Watching Your Selected Satellites TracVision 4 can have a pair of satellites installed either one of which can be the active satellite selection There are several methods to select whether your TracVision 4

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