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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - KVHTracVision

Satellite TelevisionKVHTracVision® S2owner’smanual•Installation Instructions •User’s Guide•Technical ManualA Guide to TracVision S2

Page 2 - Manual Addendum

Figure 2-10 TracVision S2 Shipping Restraints (Storage Position) . . . .2-7Figure 2-11 Switchplate Cutout Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 3 - Switchplate Template

Table 5-1 Field Replaceable Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2Table A-1 TracVision S2 System Specifications . . . . . . . . . .

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

Page 5 - Congratulations!

1.2.1 TracVision S2 ComponentsThe antenna unit includes the antenna positioning mechanism,signal front end, power supply and control elements. Theseel

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1.3.1 Additional Materials Required forTracVision S2 UseTo make full use of your new TracVision S2 and receive satelliteTV, you will need to provide/p

Page 7 - Table of Contents

2-1Installation54-0196 Rev. A2 InstallationTracVision S2 is designed for simple installation and setup. Justfollow these easy steps:Step Refer to Sect

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2-2A Guide to TracVision S2Kitpack ContentsTable 2-2 lists the materials provided in the TracVision S2 kitpack.Part Qty. KVH Part No.Switchplate Assem

Page 9 - List of Figures

2-3Installation54-0196 Rev. A2.1 Choosing the Best Location• Since the TracVision antenna requires a clear viewof the southern sky to receive satellit

Page 10 - List of Tables

2-4A Guide to TracVision S22.2 Mounting the Antenna Unit1. Make sure that you have chosen a suitablemounting location based upon the guidelines inSect

Page 11 - 54-0196 Rev. A

2-5Installation54-0196 Rev. A8. Reposition the antenna, lining up the mountingplate holes with the holes in the roof. Attach themounting plates to the

Page 12 - 1 Introduction

RJ11 Jack(Data Cable to IRD - Optional)Maintenance Port(DB9 Connector)Input Power(+12 VDC)GroundSwitchplate MountingHole (1 of 2)Data/Power Connector1

Page 13 - TracVision S2

2-6A Guide to TracVision S211. Cut the tie-wraps holding the antenna unit to theforward shipping restraint (see Figure 2-6). 12. Remove the nuts and w

Page 14 - TracVision S2 Use

2-7Installation54-0196 Rev. A14. Place the radome onto the baseplate (labels facingthe sides of the vehicle) and secure in place usingthe 8 pan head s

Page 15 - 2 Installation

2-8A Guide to TracVision S22.3 Connecting System ComponentsThe following sections provide instructions for properly wiringthe antenna unit to the comp

Page 16 - Kitpack Contents

2-9Installation54-0196 Rev. A2.3.1 Connecting the Antenna to theSwitchplate1. Connect one end of the antenna data/power cableto the antenna’s data/pow

Page 17 - " Maximum Gap

Installing Two IRDs and TVsTo connect a second TV and IRD to the TracVision S2 system, youmust connect a second RF cable to the antenna’s RF2 connecto

Page 18 - 2.2 Mounting the Antenna Unit

4. Terminate all unused output connectors with 75 ohm DC blocks (Channel Master #7184, RadioShack #15-1259 or equivalent).2.3.3 Sealing the Cable Acce

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2.3.5 Connecting the Switchplate to Vehicle PowerThe switchplate must be connected to a +12 Vdc, 2.5-3.5 amppower supply to operate.1. Disconnect vehi

Page 20 - Forward Shipping Restraint

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

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Message DefinitionKVH TracVision S2 Displays for 5 seconds at startupSoftware Version Current software versionAlternates with “KVH TracVision S2”Initi

Page 22 - Locating the Switchplate

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

Page 23 - Switchplate

254-0196 Addendum to Rev. AAppendix CSwitchplate Template2.5"2"

Page 24 - Installing Two IRDs and TVs

4. Press the switchplate’s POWER button to applypower to the TracVision S2 system and wait for thesystem to fully initialize. Data should be scrolling

Page 25 - (Optional)

3 Using Your TracVision S2For TracVision S2 to receive the satellite signals, the antenna musthave a clear line of sight to the satellite. If you only

Page 26 - Vehicle Power

System Startup (Connected to an IRD Low-speed Data Port)1. Upon power-up, the system performs a set ofstartup routines.2. The antenna then searches fo

Page 27 - Data Connection

3.2 Tracking the Correct SatelliteIf your system is connected to an IRD’s low-speed data port,follow the steps in Section 3.2.1, “Using the IRD for Sa

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3.3 Turning Off the SystemTo turn off the TracVision S2 system, simply press theswitchplate’s POWER button (see Figure 3-2).3.4 Watching TelevisionTur

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

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

Page 31 - 3 Using Your TracVision S2

4.1.4 Satellite Coverage IssueTracVision S2 will provide outstanding reception throughout theentire coverage area for your satellite television servic

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4.2.2 AC Power FluctuatingIf the system periodically displays a picture for less than oneminute, then enters Search Mode 1, the IRD data port may belo

Page 33 - 3.2.2.1 The Status Indicator

4.2.5 Failed IRD Status CheckAs detailed in Appendix E, TracVision S2 completes a detailedstartup routine whenever it is turned on. One of the first c

Page 34 - 3.4 Watching Television

1A Guide to TracVision S2 – ADDENDUM54-0196 Addendum to Rev. ATracVision S2 Owner’sManual Addendum(ECO #6040)The following information applies to Revi

Page 35 - 4Troubleshooting

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

Page 36 - A Guide to TracVision S2

3. Open the terminal emulation software andestablish the following settings:•9600 baud• no parity•8 data bits•1 start bit•1 stop bit• no flow control4

Page 37 - 4.2.1 IRD Wiring

5-1Maintenance54-0196 Rev. A5 MaintenanceThe following sections provide details on preventivemaintenance and field replaceable units and parts for the

Page 38 - 4.2.3 No IRD Data Connection

5-2A Guide to TracVision S25.3 Replaceable PartsTracVision S2 has been designed with durability and lowmaintenance in mind. If you experience an opera

Page 39 - 4.2.6 IRD Faulty

5-3Maintenance54-0196 Rev. A5.4 Field Replaceable UnitProceduresThe following subsections provide detailed procedures forrepairing or swapping out fie

Page 40 - 4.4 Computer Diagnostics

5-4A Guide to TracVision S25.4.1 PCB Removal and ReplacementEstimated Time to Repair: 1⁄2hourThe microprocessor PCB assembly is protected by a coverfa

Page 41 - Commands

5-5Maintenance54-0196 Rev. A4. Remove 6 pan head screws from the PCB coverflanges. 5. Remove the PCB cover. To get the necessaryclearance, rotate the

Page 42 - 5 Maintenance

5-6A Guide to TracVision S29. Carry out the LNB calibration procedure(Section 5.4.2).5.4.2 Antenna LNB ReplacementEstimated Time to Repair: 1⁄2 hourTh

Page 43 - 5.3 Replaceable Parts

5-7Maintenance54-0196 Rev. A7. The system must respond with the followingmessage: CALLNB: PASS. If the system displaysCALLNB: FAIL, return to Step 3 a

Page 44 - Procedures

5-8A Guide to TracVision S25.5 Preparation for ShipmentIf you need to repack the antenna unit for shipment, theshipping restraints removed or stowed d

Page 45 - Estimated Time to Repair:

Congratulations!You have selected one of the most advanced land-mobile satellitetracking systems available today. KVH®Industries’ TracVision®S2is desi

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

Page 47 - 5.4.2 Antenna LNB Replacement

Appendix BComprehensive TracVision S2System Wiring DiagramThe wiring diagram is presented on the following page.B-1Comprehensive TracVision S2 System

Page 49 - 5.5 Preparation for Shipment

Appendix CSwitchplate TemplateC-1Switchplate Template54-0196 Rev. A1.85"2.35"

Page 50 - System Specifications

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

Page 51 - System Wiring Diagram

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

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Appendix EStartup Data SequencesThe data on the following pages presents the startup datasequences registered by the TracVision S2. The first section

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E-2A Guide to TracVision S2+POS: 327.7 33.9 2717Signal Peaked: AZ = 327.69, EL = 33.40, RF = 2822+POS: 327.7 33.3 2751+POS: 327.7 33.3 2741*** Ent

Page 54 - Procedure

E.2 System Not Connected to IRD DataStandard Startup Sequence?PGMKVH TracVision S2 Rev X - Version X.XX - Serial Number XXXXXXXXLimit Switch TestLimit

Page 55 - AZ,2330<CR>)

*** Entering Search Mode 1 *** -----------Searching for a different satelliteSearch1 decided to go to: AZ = 335.9, EL = 33.5+POS: 23.5 33.5 518+PO

Page 56 - Startup Data Sequences

TracVision®and KVH®are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc.DIRECTV®is an official trademark of DIRECTV, a unit of GM Hughes Electronics Corpo

Page 57 - “Instant On” Startup Sequence

*** Tracking Satellite ***+POS: 360.0 22.5 1917+POS: 360.0 22.5 1635+POS: 360.0 22.5 1976Switch held: wrong satellite--------------SAT SELECT switc

Page 58 - Standard Startup Sequence

Appendix FMaintenance Port ParserCommandsTracVision S2 system parser commands are parsed when thesystem receives an ASCII carriage return (Hex 0D). An

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

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

Page 61 - STATUS, or HELP

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

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KVH Industries Limited Warranty TracVision S2Limited Warranty on HardwareKVH Industries, Inc. warrants the KVH product purchased against defects in ma

Page 63 - F.3 Operational Commands

KVH Industries, Inc. 50 Enterprise Center • Middletown, RI 02842 • U.S.A.Phone: +1 401 847-3327 • Fax: +1 401 849-0045 • E-mail: [email protected]

Page 64 - F.4Target and Signal Commands

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

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

Page 66 - KVH Industries, Inc

5.4.2 Antenna LNB Replacement..............5-65.5 Preparation for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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