TracVision A5 Installation manual

TracVision A5 Installation Guide – ADDENDUM

TracVision A5 Installation

Guide Addendum

ECO #7411, 7625

The following information applies to Revision E of the

TracVision A5 Installation Guide (KVH Part Number 54-0208-01).

TORX

®

Hardware Replaced with Standard

Hex Socket Hardware

The installation kitpacks now include standard hex socket hardware instead of special TORX-head hardware. A special

TORX bit is no longer required for installation. You can use a standard hex socket driver to attach the antenna mounting brackets and to attach the brackets to the vehicle.

Old Hardware New Hardware

1

4

⁄ "-20 x 1" TORX screws

8

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 3 ⁄

4

" hex socket screws

(14-0361-16) (14-0420-12)*

4

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1" hex socket screws

(14-0420-16)*

Rack Mount only

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1 3 ⁄

4

" TORX screws 1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1 3 ⁄

4

" hex socket screws

(14-0414-28) (14-0422-28)

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 2" TORX screws

(14-0414-32)

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 2" hex socket screws

(14-0422-32)

Roof Mount only

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 3 1 ⁄

2

" TORX screws

(14-0362-56)

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 3 1 ⁄

2

" hex socket screws

(14-0421-56)

TORX Head Screws Hex Socket Screws

* See reverse for details about the change in screw lengths.

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2

Change in Screw Lengths for Attaching the

Mounting Brackets to the Antenna

The installation kitpacks now include eight

3

⁄

4

"-long

1

⁄

4

"-20 hex socket screws and four 1"-long

1

⁄

4

"-20 hex socket screws.

Use two

3

⁄

4

" screws to attach each mounting bracket to the antenna base. If you are installing an older Version B antenna, also be sure to use a 1" screw and washer in the center of each bracket.

Version A Version B

Exposed

Connector

Factory-installed bolt

Recessed

Connector

Bracket

1/4"-20 x 3/4" hex socket screws

(with Nylok patch) x 2

Bracket

IMPORTANT!

1/4"-20 x 1" hex socket screw

(with Nylok patch)

and 1/4" flat washer

1/4"-20 x 3/4" hex socket screws


TracVision A5 Installation Guide – ADDENDUM

TracVision A5 Installation

Guide Addendum

ECO #7253

The following information applies to Revision E of the

TracVision A5 Installation Guide (KVH Part Number 54-0208-01).

This addendum concerns the rack mount kit only. It does not apply to the roof mount kit.

Kitpack Contents - Rack Mount Kit Only

The retaining blocks have been replaced by new steel retaining plates, which make the antenna much easier to install. Therefore, the rack mount kit contents listed on page 1.7 have been replaced by the following parts:

Part

Retaining plates

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1 3 ⁄

4

" TORX screws

1 ⁄

4


1 ⁄

4

"-20 jam nuts

Rubber cushions

Part #

02-1441

14-0414-28

14-0414-32

14-0415

24-0173

Qty.

4

8

4

4

8

Mounting the Antenna - Rack Mount Kit

Steps 5 through 7 on pages 2.8 and 2.9 have been replaced by the step below.

5. Using a

1

⁄

4

" driver and the supplied

T27 TORX bit, secure each mounting bracket to the roof rack with a retaining plate, two flat-head TORX screws, and two jam nuts, as shown in the figure. Use a 1

3

⁄

4

" TORX screw at the end of each bracket and use a

2" TORX screw at the base of each bracket. After securing all four brackets to the crossbars, verify that all cushions (two within each bracket) are pressed firmly against the crossbars providing a solid grip.

Cover

Flat-head

TORX Screws

Mounting Bracket

Roof Rack Crossbar

Retaining Plate

Jam Nuts

1.75"

2"

Note: This figure shows the optional second spacer.

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Welcome Page

TracVision A5

Installation Guide

The TracVision A5 is a state-of-the-art, actively stabilized antenna system that delivers live satellite

TV to a vehicle, even while the vehicle is moving.

This product must NOT be connected to any active monitor that is visible to the vehicle’s driver while the vehicle is in motion. This product is intended for rearseat entertainment only.

This manual provides detailed instructions on the proper installation of the TracVision A5 system.

Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the User’s Guide.

KVH Part # 54-0208-01 Rev. E

© 2005, KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved.

EU Design #000050877-0001, US Patents D493,164 & 6,856,300, Other Patents Pending

TracVision A5 Installation Guide

Trademarks

KVH ® and TracVision ® are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc.

DIRECTV ® and the Cyclone Design logo, DIRECTV INTERACTIVE, TOTAL

CHOICE, DIRECTV HOME SERVICES, and DIRECT TICKET are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of the DIRECTV Group. FREEVIEW is a registered trademark of Hughes Electronics Corporation. All trademarks, marks, names, or product names referenced in this publication are the property of their respective owners, and KVH neither endorses nor otherwise sponsors any such products or services referred to herein.

Dolby Laboratories Information – Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of

Dolby Laboratories.

Macrovision

®

Information – Macrovision is a registered trademark of

Macrovision Corporation. This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; and other intellectual property rights. The anticopy process is licensed for noncommercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

StarSight ® Information – StarSight features licensed under one or more of the following patents: 4,706,121; 5,151,789; 5,353,121; 5,353,277; 5,479,266;

5,479,268; and 5,532,754. Use rights reserved.

TruSurround ™ Information – TruSurround and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

WINK ® Information – WINK and the

WINK Communications, Inc.

symbol are registered trademarks of

ENERGYSTAR ® Information – ENERGYSTAR and the ENERGYSTAR certification mark are registered U.S. marks.

TORX

® is a registered trademark of Camcar/Textron, Inc.

Snap-N-Seal ® is a registered trademark of Thomas & Betts Corporation.

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Hummer ® is a registered trademark of GM Corporation.

Software contained in the TracVision A5 receiver and referenced in this manual is copyright ©1995-2003 by Hughes Network Systems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes Electronics Corporation. Some features are patent pending. WatchWizard, PreSelect, TurboTune, and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. “NFL,” the NFL Shield, and “NFL

SUNDAY TICKET” are registered trademarks of the National Football League and its affiliates. “NHL,” the NHL Shield, and “NHL CENTER ICE” are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. “MLB,” “MLB EXTRA

INNINGS,” “Major League Baseball,” and the Major League Baseball silhouetted batter logo are service marks of Major League Baseball

Properties, Inc. Major League Baseball trademarks and copyright are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. No warranty of any kind is made with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Note on recording programming

Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private taping of copyrighted materials. In most cases, it is permissible to record for your personal use, as long as you do not sell the material. You must act responsibly in this area–check into the matter if you are unsure.

Some pay-per-view programs may be licensed from producers as “view-only” programs. These are copyrighted programs, and may not be copied or reproduced for any purpose without the express written permission of the copyright owner.

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Important Safety Instructions -

Please Read

For your safety and protection, please read this entire

Installation Guide before you install the TracVision system.

Heed Cautions

– Be sure to follow all cautions on the product and in the installation instructions. Cautions are indicated by a or icon.

Follow Instructions

– Be sure to follow all installation instructions as detailed in this manual.

The following caution appears on the back of the receiver:

C AU T I O N

Do not open the receiver’s cover. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltage.

Important Safety Instructions

Avoid Driver Distraction

WARNING!

It is dangerous to watch television or operate the remote control while you are driving a vehicle. The

TracVision A5 is designed specifically to provide entertainment to vehicle passengers and should never be connected to active video screens visible to the vehicle driver while the vehicle is in motion. Failure by the driver of a vehicle equipped with a

TracVision A5 to pay full attention to traffic and road conditions could result in an accident or collision with personal injury or death resulting.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT expose the receiver to rain or moisture and do

NOT

insert any objects into the receiver’s ventilation openings.

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Send Us Your Comments About This Manual

If you have any comments regarding this manual, please e-mail them to [email protected]. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

Technical Support

If you need technical assistance when installing the

TracVision A5, please call KVH Technical Support:

Phone:

1-401-847-3327

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.kvh.com/help

Activation Department

Once the TracVision A5 system is installed, the user needs to activate the receiver by calling KVH’s

Activation Department:

Phone:

1-866-551-8004

(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1

1-1 Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.3

1-2 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.4

1-3 Materials Provided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.6

1-4 Materials You Will Need . . . . . . . . . . .1.8

1-5 Preparing the Activation Card . . . . . . .1.9

2 Installing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.1

2-1 Attaching the Mounting Brackets . . . .2.3

2-2 Removing the Shipping Restraints . . .2.4

2-3 Mounting the Antenna -

Rack Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5

2-4 Mounting the Antenna -

Roof Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10

2-5 Connecting the Antenna Cable . . . . .2.16

2-6 Measuring the Vehicle’s Height . . . . .2.22

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3 Installing the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.1

3-1 Choosing the Receiver Location . . . . .3.3

3-2 Wiring the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.3

3-3 Mounting the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . .3.14

4 Completing the Installation . . . . . . . . .4.1

4-1 Installing the Remote Control

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3

4-2 Post-installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . .4.4

4-3 Testing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.6

4-4 Selecting the Proper Time Zone . . . . .4.8

4-5 Programming the Remote Control to Operate Other Components . . . . . .4.9

4-6 Activating the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . .4.12

Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.1

A System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.3

B Manufacturer Device Codes . . . . . . . .A.5

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity – Standards to which Conformity is declared:

FCC Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party’s Name: KVH Industries, Inc.

Address: 50 Enterprise Center, Middletown, RI 02842

Telephone: 1-401-847-3327

Trade Name: KVH

Type of Equipment: Satellite Receiver

Model Number: TracVision A5

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) –This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Part 15 Compliance – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a vehicle installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by removing and applying power to the equipment, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced auto electronics technician for help.

The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal

Communications Commission, helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio and TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S.

Government Printing Office, Washington, DC.

To meet FCC requirements, only components certified to comply with Class

B limits may be attached to this device. Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.

To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables are required to connect the device to another Class B certified device.

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Getting Started

This section provides a basic overview of this manual and the

TracVision A5 system. It also lists the components supplied with the system and the items you will need to complete the installation.

Contents

1-1 Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.3

1-2 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.4

1-3 Materials Provided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.6

1-4 Materials You Will Need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.8

1-5 Preparing the Activation Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.9

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1.1

1-1 Using this Manual

This manual provides complete instructions for installing the TracVision A5 system. Throughout this manual, important information is marked for your attention by the following 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.

Information about installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, or other mechanical issues.

An electrical safety warning to help identify electrical issues that can be a hazard to either this KVH product or a user.

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Getting Started

Who Should Install the TracVision A5 System

KVH strongly recommends that a KVH-authorized technician and an assistant install the TracVision A5 system. Installers should have experience installing electronic equipment on a vehicle and have knowledge about satellite television.

Do NOT attempt to install the antenna by yourself. Two people are needed to lift the antenna onto the vehicle’s roof.

KVH is not liable for damage (or related expenses) caused by improper installation.

1.3


1-2 System Overview

A complete satellite TV system includes the

TracVision A5 antenna and receiver connected to the vehicle’s audio/video entertainment system. The remote control and RF (radio frequency) converter allow the user to operate the system from anywhere in the vehicle.

1.4

TracVision A5 System Diagram (Typical Installation)

TracVision A5 Antenna

Purchased Separately

Vehicle

Mobile Video Display(s)

Receiver

R

C

R

W

INPUT

A

O

A U

O

D

D

C

R

H R

M C

-9

M

GUIDE

IN

O

ONE LIN

C

U R

O

A

C

PWR

A

PROG

D

IR

C

O R

AUDIO

C

H

VIDEO

C H

Remote Control

Vehicle Power

(12 VDC, 50 watts max)

RF Converter

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System Components

The TracVision A5 includes the following components:

Antenna Unit

The antenna unit, mounted on the vehicle’s roof, houses the phased array, positioning mechanisms, low noise block (LNB), and control elements within a weathertight radome. A single cable connects the antenna to the receiver inside the vehicle.

Getting Started

Receiver

The receiver, mounted inside the vehicle, decodes satellite signals from the antenna unit and sends the signals to the vehicle’s audio/video system. It also supplies power to the

TracVision antenna.

Remote Control

The backlit wireless RF remote control allows the user to operate the system from anywhere in the vehicle. The remote does not need to be pointed directly at the receiver for the signal to be received.

RF Converter

The RF converter receives

RF commands from the remote control, converts them to digital signals, and sends them to the receiver for processing.

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1-3 Materials Provided

The following components are provided with the

TracVision A5 system.

Component

Antenna unit

Receiver

RF converter

Remote control

Kitpack (Rack mount only)

Kitpack (Roof mount only)

Receiver User’s Guide


TracVision A5 Quick Start Guide

KVH Part #

02-1289-01

02-1287-01

02-1344

19-0335

72-0149, 72-0134

72-0149, 72-0151

54-0287

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54-0208-03

Be sure to examine all materials to ensure that nothing was damaged in shipment. Save the packaging

in case you need to reship the system.

1.6

Kitpack Contents

The kitpack packaged with your system contains various hardware and other materials that you will need to install the TracVision A5. The kitpack contains either a rack-mount kit or a roof-mount kit, depending on the option purchased. Ensure that the kitpack contains all of the items listed below.

Part

Antenna brackets

Kitpack Contents

Part #

02-1347

Qty.

4

Plastic clamp spacers

Clamp covers (front)

Clamp covers (rear)

#8-32 x 1" screws

Tamper-proof TORX ® T27 bit

1 ⁄

4


Receiver brackets

#2-56 x 1 ⁄

4

" screws

30-0180

30-0190

30-0191

14-0041-08

14-0378

14-0361-16

30-0217

14-0005-04

2

6

1

12

2

8

4

2

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Part

DC power cable

Kitpack Contents (continued)

Part #

32-0760

Antenna cable, 20 ft.

Snap-N-Seal F-connector

32-0778-20

23-0170

Audio/video cables

Backing plate

#6-32 x

5

⁄

8

" screws

Tie-wraps

32-0763

20-0983

14-0224-10

22-0041

AAA batteries

Small protective caps

Large protective caps

Velcro washer

Velcro fabric

#4 thread-forming screw

15-0015

24-0128

24-0177

19-0147

19-0146

14-0022-06

2

1

2

2

1

1

4

9

1

1

1

1

Qty.

1

Getting Started

1

1

1

Kitpack Contents - Rack Mount Kit Only

Part

Retaining blocks

Part #

30-0181

Swivel nuts

Hex lock nuts

20-0980

14-0065-25

⁄

4

" flat washers

Rubber cushions

⁄

4


⁄

4

"-20 x 2

1

⁄

2

" TORX screws

14-0132-08

24-0173

14-0363-32

14-0363-40

8

8

8

16

Qty.

4

16

8

Kitpack Contents - Roof Mount Kit Only

Part

Rubber mounting blocks

Part #

24-0180

Rubber spacers

Jack nuts

24-0181

14-0384-25

Friction wrenches

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 3 1 ⁄

2

" TORX screws

1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1" hex head bolt

14-0387

14-0362-56

14-0250-16

4

8

1

4

8

Qty.

4

1.7

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1-4 Materials You Will Need

To install the TracVision system, you will need the following tools and materials:

• 1 ⁄

4

" driver

• Phillips and flat-head screwdrivers

• Stepladder

•

7

⁄

16

" open-end wrench

• Torque wrench

• Wire cutters

• Silicone sealant or RTV

If you use the roof mount kit:

• Light hammer and transfer punch or 21 ⁄

64

" bit

•

Drill and

7

⁄

16

" bit

•

7

⁄

16

" socket wrench

If you route the antenna cable through the roof:

• Light hammer and center punch

• Drill and

5

⁄

32

" bit

•

1

⁄

2

" hole saw

1.8

If you cut the antenna cable to length:

• LRC/Augat T1000 crimp tool (available from KVH;

call (401) 847-3327 to order)

Hummer ® H2 Installations

If you are mounting the antenna on a

Hummer H2, you will need to use KVH’s special Hummer mounting kit (the roof rack crossbars that are factory-installed on

Hummer H2s are too thick for the standard brackets). To order a kit, please call KVH at

(401) 847-3327.

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1-5 Preparing the Activation Card

Before you install the antenna, peel off the extra serial number label (taped to the antenna) and affix it in the appropriate box on the red Activation Card.

Be sure to affix the extra antenna serial number label to the red Activation Card.

The user will need this number to activate the receiver, and the receiver must be activated in order to watch satellite TV via the TracVision A5 system. See Section 4-6,

“Activating the Receiver” on page 4.12

for details.

Activation Card

TracVision

®

Activation

Before you can start enjoying satellite TV in your vehicle, the TracVision A5 receiver must be activated.

To activate your receiver, please follow the steps below:

1. Call KVH’s Activation Department at:

1-866-551-8004


You will need to provide the KVH Activation Department representative with a credit card number and the following KVH serial numbers:

Receiver Serial Number

Antenna Serial Number

R A

Installer: Please place antenna serial number in box above.

2. The KVH representative will provide you with 4 ID numbers necessary for activation. Enter these in the boxes below:

Access Card Number Receiver ID Number

Hughes Serial Number Model Number

Please save this card for future reference.

You will need these numbers whenever you call DIRECTV.

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Installing the Antenna

Antenna

This section explains how to mount the antenna to the vehicle and how to connect and route the antenna cable.

Contents

2-1 Attaching the Mounting Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3

2-2 Removing the Shipping Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.4

2-3 Mounting the Antenna - Rack Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5

2-4 Mounting the Antenna - Roof Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . .2.10

2-5 Connecting the Antenna Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.16

2-6 Measuring the Vehicle’s Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.22

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2.1


2-1 Attaching the Mounting Brackets

The antenna has either an exposed cable connector

(Version A) or a recessed connector (Version B).

Follow the instructions for the antenna version you are installing to attach a supplied mounting bracket underneath each of the antenna’s four corners. Use a

1 ⁄

4

" driver and the supplied T27 TORX bit to tighten the screws.

Version A

Exposed

Connector

Factory-installed bolt

TORX Screw Head

1/4"-20 TORX screws


Use two

1

⁄

4

"-20 x 1" TORX screws to attach each mounting bracket to the antenna base. (A bolt is

factory-installed in the base between the bracket holes.)

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Bracket

Version B

Recessed

Connector

Bracket

1/4"-20 TORX screw

(with Nylok patch)

and 1/4" flat washer

1/4"-20 TORX screws


IMPORTANT!

Use three 1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1" TORX screws and one 1 ⁄

4

" flat washer (in the center) to attach each mounting bracket to the antenna base.

The center screw and washer are critical

for a safe installation! If the kitpack is missing any hardware, please call KVH

Technical Support at 401-847-3327. The screws are treated with a thread-locking

Nylok patch; do not use any substitutes.

2.3


2-2 Removing the Shipping Restraints

Cut and remove all of the shipping restraints from underneath the antenna. To remove the wire restraints, you will need to use heavy-duty wire cutters.

Shipping Restraint Locations

1

2

3

4

6

5

2.4

Removing the Shipping Restraints

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2-3 Mounting the Antenna -

Rack Mount Kit

If you are mounting the antenna to the vehicle’s roof

rack

, follow the steps below. If you are mounting the antenna directly to the roof, skip to page 2.10.

1.

Position the roof rack’s crossbars 35 1 ⁄

2

" apart, measured center-to-center. Ensure that the crossbars are securely fastened to the vehicle.

Roof Rack Crossbars


2.

With an assistant’s help, gently place the antenna onto the roof rack with the connector facing the rear of the vehicle. All four brackets should rest on top of the roof rack’s crossbars.

Placing the Antenna on the Crossbars

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Crossbars

35 1 ⁄

2

" apart

Be sure the roof rack’s crossbars are secured in place and are sturdy enough to support the 48 lb antenna.

Antenna Connector Facing Rear of Vehicle

Connector

Rear

Roof Rack

Crossbar

2.5


3.

Each bracket and retaining block (which you will

attach to the bracket later) contains several pairs of pegs. These pegs allow you to place four rubber cushions in different positions to best fit the vehicle’s style of crossbars. Sixteen cushions are supplied in the kitpack, two for each bracket and two for each retaining block.

Rubber Cushion

Positioning Rubber Cushions for Best Fit

Bracket

Rubber Cushions

Roof Rack Crossbar

Rubber Cushions

Pegs

Retaining Block

Try out the various cushion positions until you find the best fit for your installation.

The more surface area of the cushions pressing against the top and bottom of the crossbar, the better the fit.

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4.

With the cushions installed in the brackets, the bottom of the antenna should rest a minimum of

1" above the vehicle’s roof. If the antenna’s base is less than 1" from the roof, you will need to add a spacer under each bracket to raise the antenna higher off the crossbars.

If spacers are needed, follow Steps a and b on this page to install a spacer under each bracket.

Using Spacers to Raise the Antenna Higher Above the Roof

<1" = Spacers

Needed

Crossbar

Vehicle Roof

1" = OK

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Crossbar

Vehicle Roof

New Spacer

Installing the Antenna a.

Remove the #8-32 x

3

⁄

8

" screws and washers securing the factory-installed plastic spacer to the metal bracket.

b. Insert a second spacer from the kitpack between the original spacer (which holds the

rubber cushions) and the bracket. Secure both spacers to the bracket using the #8-32 x 1" screws supplied in the kitpack and the original washers that you removed in Step a.

Adding a Second Spacer to the Bracket (If Needed)

Bracket

New Spacer

Factory-installed

Spacer

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

#8-32 x 1" Screw

2.7


If you installed extra spacers in Step 4, and there is still less than 1" of space between the antenna and the roof, KVH recommends that you either use the roof mount option or replace the roof rack with an aftermarket model that offers greater clearance. If the antenna is mounted too low, it may strike the roof when the vehicle is in motion.

5.

At each bracket, insert two swivel nuts into the captive holes from above.

6.

Insert the appropriate TORX flat-head screws into each bracket’s swivel nuts:

If you DID NOT install spacers in Step 4:

Insert 1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 2" TORX screws into the bracket’s swivel nuts.

If you DID install spacers in Step 4:

Insert 1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 2 1 ⁄

2

" TORX screws into the bracket’s swivel nuts.

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Securing the Brackets to the Crossbars

Cover

1/4"-20 x 2" TORX Screws

Swivel Nuts

Bracket

Rubber Cushions

Roof Rack Crossbar

Rubber Cushions

Retaining Block

Swivel Nuts

Flat Washers

Lock Nuts

If Spacers Are Installed

1/4"-20 x 2-1/2"

TORX Screws

Swivel Nuts

Bracket

Spacer

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7.

At each bracket, position a retaining block underneath the crossbar and insert two swivel nuts, 1 ⁄

4

" flat washers, and lock nuts into the captive holes from below. While holding this hardware in place, screw the bracket’s screws into the retaining block’s swivel nuts, washers, and lock nuts using a 1 ⁄

4

" driver and the supplied

T27 TORX bit. After securing all four brackets to the crossbar, verify that all cushions are pressed firmly against the crossbar, providing a solid grip. Also check to make sure that all eight screws have engaged the nylon inserts in the lock nuts.

8.

Attach a protective cover onto each clamp. The covers simply snap into place at the sides of the brackets.

Two different sizes of covers are provided in the kitpack. Install the two larger covers on the rear brackets and the smaller covers on the front brackets.

Retaining Block

Swivel Nut

Flat Washer

Lock Nut

Securing the TORX Screws


TORX Screws

Attaching the Cover

Retaining Block

Cover

Bracket

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2-4 Mounting the Antenna -

Roof Mount Kit

If you are mounting the antenna directly to the roof, follow the steps below. If you mounted the antenna to the vehicle’s roof rack, skip to page 2.16.

Roof Mount Option

Bracket

Mounting Block

WARNING!

PLEASE READ - IMPORTANT!

The roof mount kit is designed for mounting the antenna to a flat metal roof up to

3 ⁄

16

"

thick. It is not intended to be a universal solution for all vehicles. Improper use of this kit, or the use of any other installation technique, could result in an unsafe installation and is not supported by KVH.

1.

With an assistant’s help, position the antenna onto the center of the vehicle’s roof with a rubber mounting block under each bracket.

Positioning an Antenna Bracket Onto a Mounting Block

Bracket

Mounting Block

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Adding a Second Spacer to the Bracket (If Needed)

2.

The bottom of the antenna should rest a minimum of 1" above the vehicle’s roof. If the antenna’s base is less than 1" from the roof, you will need to add a spacer under each bracket to raise the antenna higher. If spacers are needed, follow the steps below to install a spacer under each bracket: a.

Remove the #8-32 x

3

⁄

8

" screws and washers securing the factory-installed plastic spacer to the metal bracket.

b. Insert a second spacer from the kitpack between the original spacer and the bracket.

Secure both spacers to the bracket using the

#8-32 x 1" screws supplied in the kitpack and the original washers that you removed in

Step a.

Bracket

New Spacer

Factory-installed

Spacer

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

#8-32 x 1" Screw

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TracVision A5 Installation Guide c.

Place a rubber spacer onto the end of each rubber mounting block.

Adding a Rubber Spacer to the Mounting Block (If Needed)

3.

With the antenna centered on the vehicle’s roof and resting on the four mounting blocks, mark the eight mounting hole locations. To mark the holes, you can use either a transfer punch or a

21

⁄

64

" drill bit as shown below.

Marking the Mounting Holes Using a

21

⁄

64

" Bit

Bracket

Plastic Spacer

Rubber Spacer

Mounting Block

2.12

4.

Keeping the antenna level at all times, carefully remove the antenna and mounting blocks from the vehicle’s roof and set them aside in a safe place.

5.

Using a

7

⁄

16

" drill bit, drill the eight mounting holes in the vehicle’s roof. Be careful to drill through just the metal roof, and not through the headliner beneath it.

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6.

At each of the eight mounting holes in the roof, follow the steps below to install a jack nut.

a.

Insert the supplied 1 ⁄

4

"-20 x 1" hex head bolt into a friction wrench, using the large hole marked “6&8JN.” Be sure to insert the bolt into the correct side of the wrench (marked

“Enter Screw This Side”). Four friction

wrenches are provided in the kitpack.

Friction Wrench

Installing the Antenna b. Screw the bolt into a jack nut.

Screwing the Bolt into a Jack Nut

Jack Nut c.

Apply silicone sealant or RTV along the edges of the mounting hole in the roof.

If the vehicle’s roof has a thick vinyl covering, trim the vinyl around each mounting hole to allow the head of the jack nut to fully contact the metal roof.

d. Insert the jack nut into the mounting hole.

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TracVision A5 Installation Guide e.

While holding the friction wrench in place, tighten the bolt with a

7

⁄

16

" nut driver or socket. This forces the side tabs of the jack nut to compress against the underside of the roof. Do not use an air wrench – it might

strip the jack nut.

f.

Loosen and remove the bolt, leaving the jack nut secured to the roof.

Jack Nut Secured to Roof

9.

At each mounting hole, insert a

1

⁄

4

"-20 x 3

1

⁄

2

" TORX screw through the antenna bracket and mounting block and into the jack nut. Tighten to secure in place.

Securing the Antenna to the Roof

Cover

1/4"-20 x 3-1/2"

TORX Screws

Bracket

Mounting Block

Jack Nuts

7.

Position the mounting blocks back onto the roof, aligning their holes with the jack nuts.

8.

Place the antenna onto the mounting blocks, aligning the bracket holes with the mounting block holes.

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Securing Brackets to the Roof (Additional Spacers Shown)


10. Attach a protective cover onto each bracket. The covers simply snap into place at the sides of the brackets.

Two different sizes of covers are provided in the kitpack. Install the two larger covers on the rear brackets and the smaller covers on the front brackets.

Attaching the Cover

WARNING!

The TORX mounting screws are prepared with a thread-locking patch. If these screws are removed after their initial installation, the patch’s locking capacity will be degraded. Therefore, before reusing the mounting screws, you MUST apply threadlocker (Loctite 425) to the screw threads to avoid a potentially dangerous condition. Failure to apply threadlocker to the screw threads can result in unsecure mounting.

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2-5 Connecting the Antenna Cable

After mounting the antenna to the vehicle’s roof, you need to connect the supplied antenna cable (see below) to the antenna and route the cable inside the vehicle.

Antenna Cable

Rubber Boot

F-connectors

Fitting

There are two options for passing the cable into the vehicle:

Option 1 - Through the roof

Option 2 - Behind the hatch (SUVs and minivans)

If the gap in the vehicle’s hatch hinge is wide enough when closed to allow the antenna cable to pass without pinching it, you can insert the antenna cable through the gap and into the vehicle. If the gap is too narrow, you will need to use the roof drill-through option. Installers often prefer the professional appearance

of the drill-through option.

Follow the instructions for your selected option:

Through the Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2.17

Behind the Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2.21

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Option 1 - Routing the Cable Through the Roof

1.

Using a

7

⁄

16

" wrench, connect the end of the cable with the rubber boot to the antenna’s connector.

Connecting the Antenna Cable to the Antenna

Antenna Connector


2.

Slide the rubber sealing boot up the cable until it covers the antenna connector. This boot will protect the connector from the elements.

Rubber Boot, Installed

Rubber Boot

Rubber Boot

Connector

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Rubber Boot

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3.

Choose a location on the roof for the 1 ⁄

2

"-diameter cable access hole. Inside the vehicle, remove the headliner to access the underside of the roof where you will be cutting out the hole.

Techniques for removing the headliner vary from vehicle to vehicle. Only a trained automotive installer should remove the headliner. KVH is not liable for damage caused by improper headliner removal.

4.

Using a 1 ⁄

2

" hole saw, cut out the cable access hole in the vehicle’s roof and smooth the edges of the hole to protect the cable.

5.

Center the backing plate over the cable access hole to locate the three fitting mounting holes.

Use a center punch to mark the hole locations.

6.

Set aside the backing plate, then use a

5

⁄

32

" drill bit to drill the three fitting mounting holes.

Locating the Fitting Mounting Holes

Backing Plate

(used as template)

Cable Access Hole and Fitting Mounting Holes

5 ⁄

32

" Fitting

Mounting Hole

1 ⁄

2

" Cable

Access Hole

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7.

Insert the antenna cable into the access hole.

Inside the vehicle, pass the cable through the backing plate and route the cable to the receiver.

8.

Move the fitting down the cable until it covers the cable access hole, flush to the vehicle’s roof.

Line up the fitting’s three mounting holes with the three 5 ⁄

32

" holes drilled in the roof. Apply silicone sealant or RTV to the holes and insert the

#6-32 x 5 ⁄

8

" screws supplied in the kitpack.

Cable Fitting

Fitting Mounted to Roof

Clamping Nut

Cable Fitting

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Cable Routed Into Vehicle Through Access Hole


9.

Secure the #6-32 x 5 ⁄

8

" screws to the backing plate inside the vehicle.

10. Hand-tighten the fitting’s clamping nut onto the cable until you’re unable to move the cable back and forth, ensuring a watertight seal.

11. Using the supplied tie-wraps (or equivalent), secure the antenna cable to the roof rack, if necessary.

Do not kink the cable. Maintain a bend radius of at least three inches. A tighter bend may disrupt the TV signal and degrade performance.

Backing Plate (Inside Vehicle)

Backing Plate

Securing the Cable to the Roof Rack

Tie-wrap

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Option 2 - Routing the Cable Behind the Hatch

1.

Move the steel fitting down the length of the antenna cable to the end opposite the rubber boot. You’ll need to connect the end of the cable with the rubber boot to the antenna. You will not

need to use the fitting; simply keep it attached to the end of the cable inside the vehicle.

2.

Starting from inside the vehicle, pass the antenna cable through the gap in the hatch hinge.

Cable Routed Behind Rear Hatch


3.

Using a

7

⁄

16

" wrench, connect the cable to the antenna’s connector.

Connecting the Antenna Cable to the Antenna

Antenna Connector

Rubber Boot

Connector

Hatch

Antenna Cable

Rubber Boot

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4.

Slide the rubber sealing boot up the cable until it covers the antenna connector. This boot will protect the connector from the elements.

Rubber Boot, Installed

Rubber Boot

2-6 Measuring the Vehicle’s Height

Now that you’ve mounted the antenna to the vehicle’s roof, it is important that you record the new height of the vehicle, measured from the road to the top of the antenna. Please be sure the user understands the new height of his/her vehicle.

The user must be made aware of the vehicle’s new height with the TracVision antenna installed so that he/she can avoid parking garages and overpasses that are too low.

5.

Using the supplied tie-wraps (or equivalent), secure the antenna cable to the roof rack, if necessary.

Do not kink the cable. Maintain a bend radius of at least three inches. A tighter bend may disrupt the TV signal and degrade performance.

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Installing the Receiver

Receiver

This section explains how to connect all system cables to the receiver and how to mount the receiver inside the vehicle.

Contents

3-1 Choosing the Receiver Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.3

3-2 Wiring the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.3

3-3 Mounting the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.14

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3.1

3-1 Choosing the Receiver Location

Now that you’ve installed the antenna, you need to find a suitable location inside the vehicle for installing the receiver. The receiver should be installed in an area that meets the following requirements:

• Dry

• Well-ventilated

• Away from heat sources

• Allows enough open space (at least 2" around) for ventilation and cable connections.


3-2 Wiring the Receiver

For the TracVision system to work, you will need to connect the following cables to the receiver:

• Antenna cable

• RF converter cable

• Audio/video (A/V) cables

• DC power cable

The procedures in this section are intended for a basic wiring configuration. If the vehicle’s entertainment system is wired differently, use these procedures as a guide and connect the cables as needed to suit the vehicle’s particular configuration.

DO NOT disconnect the short cable that connects from one jack to another on the receiver’s rear panel. The system will not work if this cable is removed.

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TracVision A5 Wiring Diagram

Antenna

Vehicle Roof

Vehicle Power

(10-16 VDC)

DC Power

Ground

Fuse

To VHF Antenna

(Optional)

Service/

Maintenance

Only

For detailed system wiring instructions, refer to the

TracVision A5 Installation Guide .

RF Converter

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

SATELLITE IN

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER

C AU T I O N

AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO

TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Tested to comply with FCC Standards

Receiver

To Vehicle Video

(Option 2)

To Vehicle Video

(Option 3)

To Vehicle

Audio

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Preparing the Antenna Cable

At this point, the antenna cable should already be connected to the antenna and routed to the receiver. If you DO NOT need to cut the end of the antenna cable, and you wish to simply coil the excess cable inside the vehicle, skip to “Connecting the Antenna

Cable” on page 3.8.

If you DO need to cut the antenna cable to the desired length, follow the steps below.

Since the antenna cable carries data, power, and communications, the integrity of this cable and its connections is very important. To ensure a proper connection, please use an LRC/Augat T1000 crimp/ strip tool to attach the supplied Snap-N-Seal ®

F-connector to the end of the cable.

Augat Tool


Do not use a screw-on, push-on, twist-on, or any other over-the-counter connector.

Such low-quality connectors WILL degrade system performance and KVH does not warrant their use.

1.

C ut the antenna cable to the desired length. Be sure the cable will reach the receiver rear panel while allowing plenty of slack.

2.

Slide the F-connector assembly’s compression fitting onto the raw cable before beginning connector termination.

Connector Body

Compression Fitting

End of Cable

If you do not have an LRC/Augat T1000 tool, please order one from KVH at 401-847-3327.

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3.5


3.

Twist and break off the connector body.

Twist

End of Cable

4.

Push down the wire-stripping blade on the Augat tool so that you can insert the antenna cable.

5.

Insert the antenna cable into the tool. Be sure to insert the cable in the correct side, as noted on the tool. Let the blade clamp down on the cable.

6.

The cable should extend just slightly beyond the tool body. Twist the tool around the cable for 6 to

8 complete turns.

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7.

Hold the cable while pulling the tool so that it strips off the cable jacket. The end of the cable should now look like the figure below.


9.

Slide the compression fitting up into the connector body. Then place the cable with the connector into the tool cavity. Be sure the cable’s center conductor is straight and fits into the tool’s center hole.

8.

Slide the connector body, wide end first, onto the prepared cable until the edge of the cable’s foam is flush with the bottom of the connector body

(inside its threaded end). The cable’s center conductor should extend 1 ⁄

16

" beyond the end of the connector body.

Connector Body

Center Conductor

Braid

Foam

Compression Fitting

Sight Hole

10. Squeeze the lever toward the tool until you feel it

“snap” as the fitting is forced into the connector, making a weather-tight seal. A white indicator will appear in the sight hole (shown in the previous

figure) when the seal is achieved. The F-connector

is now ready for use!

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Connecting the Antenna Cable

Connect the antenna cable to the “To KVH Antenna” jack on the receiver’s rear panel. Screw the connector down securely.

Antenna

Vehicle Roof

Receiver

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

SATELLITE IN

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

C AU T I O N

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER


TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2



Connecting the RF Converter Cable

To connect the RF converter cable, follow the steps below.

1.

Connect the RF converter cable to the “RF

Remote Input” jack on the receiver’s rear panel.

Receiver

SATELLITE IN

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

C AU T I O N

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER


TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2



RF Converter

3.8

2.

Place the RF converter at least three feet away from the receiver and other electronic devices. If

the RF converter is placed too close to the receiver, the remote control might not operate properly due to interference.

A Velcro washer and fabric are provided in the kitpack to mount the

RF converter to a structure inside the vehicle.

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Connecting the Audio/Video Cables

The TracVision A5 kitpack includes standard audio/video (A/V) cables with RCA-type connectors for connecting the receiver to the vehicle’s entertainment system. However, the receiver’s rear panel also offers an S-video jack and an RF coaxial video jack, if needed. Follow the procedure below for your particular installation. If you need to connect a

VCR to the vehicle’s entertainment system, see the alternate wiring instructions in the next section,

“Connecting a VCR.”

Option 1 - RCA-type A/V Jacks (very good picture

quality)

Option 2 - S-Video Jack (best picture quality)

Option 3 - RF Coaxial Connector (good picture

quality)


Receiver

SATELLITE IN

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

C AU T I O N

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO

TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2



To Vehicle Video

(Option 3, Coax)

To Vehicle Video

(Option 2, S-Video)

To Vehicle

Audio

Option 1 - RCA-type A/V Jacks

(very good picture quality)

If the vehicle’s entertainment system has standard

RCA-type A/V jacks, follow the steps below.

1.

Connect the supplied audio/video cables to the lower “Audio R,” “Audio L,” and “Video” jacks on the receiver’s rear panel.

2.

Connect the other ends of the audio/video cables to the entertainment system ’s audio and video inputs. If the system has only one audio input jack,

connect the audio cable that is connected to the receiver’s “Audio L” jack.

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Option 2 - S-Video Jack

(best picture quality)

If the vehicle’s entertainment system has a highquality S-Video jack, follow the steps below.

1.

Connect an S-Video cable (not supplied) to the

“S-Video” jack on the receiver’s rear panel.

2.

Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the entertainment system ’s S-Video input.

3.

Connect two of the supplied audio/video cables

(with the red and white connectors) to the

“Audio R” and “Audio L” jacks on the receiver’s rear panel.

4.

Connect the other ends of the audio cables to the entertainment system ’s audio inputs. If the system

has only one audio input jack, connect the audio cable that is connected to the receiver’s “Audio L” jack.

Option 3 - RF Coaxial Connector

(good picture quality)

If the entertainment system has just an RF (coaxial) connector and is equipped with a built-in TV tuner, follow the steps below.

1.

Connect an RF cable (not supplied) to the “Out to

TV Tuner” jack on the receiver’s rear panel.

2.

Connect the other end of the RF cable to the entertainment system ’s VHF/UHF or RF input.

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Connecting a VCR (Optional)

To connect a VCR to the vehicle’s TracVisionequipped entertainment system, follow the steps below.

1.

Connect the VCR to the TracVision A5 receiver:

If the VCR has RCA-type A/V connectors:

a.

Connect the supplied audio/video cables to the lower “Audio R,” “Audio L,” and

“Video” jacks on the receiver’s rear panel.

b. Connect the other ends of the audio/video cables to the VCR’s audio and video inputs. If

the VCR has only one audio input jack, connect the audio cable that is connected to the receiver’s

“Audio L” jack.

If the VCR only has an RF (coaxial) connector:

a.

Connect an RF cable (not supplied) to the

“Out to TV Tuner” jack on the receiver’s rear panel.

b. Connect the other end of the RF cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF or RF input.

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2.

Connect the VCR to the vehicle’s entertainment system :

If the entertainment system and VCR have RCAtype A/V connectors:

Connect a set of audio/video cables from the

VCR’s audio and video output jacks to the entertainment system ’s audio and video inputs.

If the entertainment system or VCR only has an

RF (coaxial) connector:

Connect an RF cable from the VCR’s VHF/UHF or RF output jack to the entertainment system ’s

VHF/UHF or RF input.

Connecting a VHF Antenna

(Optional)

If you need to connect an existing VHF antenna to the vehicle’s TracVision-equipped entertainment system, simply connect the cable to the receiver’s “VHF

Antenna In” jack.

3.11


Connecting the Power Cable

Now that you’ve connected all other cables to the receiver, follow the steps below to connect the power cable.

1.

Remove the key from the ignition and remove the negative lead from the vehicle’s battery.

Before connecting the receiver power cable, be sure that vehicle power is turned off and power is disconnected from the circuit.

2.

Connect the receiver power cable’s red (positive) wire to +12 VDC switched (accessory) power.

With the vehicle running and the receiver turned on, power at the receiver must measure at least 11 VDC.

3.

Connect the receiver power cable’s black

(negative) wire to its own dedicated chassis ground (such as a pillar ground screw) within 18" of the receiver. The black wire must make contact between the metal of the ground screw and the metal of the vehicle frame.

3.12

Power Wiring (Preferred)

Receiver

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

SATELLITE IN

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

C AU T I O N

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO

TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2



Fuse (6 amp)

Ground

Pillar Ground Screw

+12 VDC Switched Power

(Accessory Power)

4.

Plug the other end of the power cable into the

“Vehicle Power” jack on the receiver’s rear panel.

5.

Reconnect vehicle power.

Do not connect the receiver power cable directly to the vehicle’s battery without following the special instructions on the following page.

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Connecting the Power Cable to the Battery

(Alternative Wiring Option, Only If Necessary)

If you are unable to connect the receiver power cable to switched (accessory) power as described on the previous page, you may wire the receiver to battery power if you follow the minimum requirements listed below.

• Install a protective fuse (6 amps) within 18" of the battery.

• Install a relay, switched from the ignition, between the battery and the receiver.

• Use fire-resistant AWG 8 wire from the relay to the battery.

Bus, Limo, and RV Installations

Due to the unstable power found on buses, limos, and RVs, KVH recommends that you use an AC/DC converter to connect the receiver power cable to the vehicle’s AC power supply.


Receiver

Power Wiring (Alternative Option)

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

SATELLITE IN

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

C AU T I O N

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER


TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2



Ground

Pillar Ground Screw

Fuse (6 amp)

Ignition

Switched

Relay

AWG 8

Wire

Fuse

(6 amp)

+12 VDC

+

Vehicle

Battery

–

Ground

Ground

Ground

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3-3 Mounting the Receiver

Once all cables are connected, mount the receiver inside the vehicle.

Do not block the receiver’s ventilation openings. These openings ensure reliable operation of the receiver and protect it from overheating.

1.

Using the supplied #2-56 x 1 ⁄

4

" screws, attach the two L-shaped brackets to the sides of the receiver.

2.

Using appropriate 1 ⁄

4

" fasteners for your installation, secure the receiver brackets to the mounting surface.

Mounting the Receiver

1⁄4" Fasteners (x4)

(not supplied)

Bracket

#2-56 x 1⁄4" Screws (x3)

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Installation

This section explains how to turn on and test the TracVision A5 system. It also explains how to activate the receiver for DIRECTV ® programming and how to program the remote control.

Contents

4-1 Installing the Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3

4-2 Post-installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.4

4-3 Testing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.6

4-4 Selecting the Proper Time Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.8

4-5 Programming the Remote Control to Operate

Other Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.9

4-6 Activating the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.12

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Completing the Installation

4.1

4-1 Installing the Remote Control

Batteries

To install the remote control’s batteries, follow the steps below.

1.

Remove the battery compartment cover, located on the back of the remote control.

2.

Insert two “AAA” batteries as shown, observing the correct polarity.

3.

Replace the battery compartment cover.


Remote Control Batteries

4.3

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4-2 Post-installation Checklist

Congratulations! You’ve completed the TracVision A5 installation. Before you turn on and test the system, please make certain that you have completed the following important steps:

Step

You affixed the antenna serial number label to the red Activation Card

.

You attached the mounting brackets using the supplied TORX screws.

You removed the antenna’s shipping restraints from below.

Rack Mount: You verified the vehicle’s roof rack crossbars are securely fastened to the vehicle and are sturdy enough to support the antenna.

Rack Mount: You positioned the rubber cushions within the antenna mounting brackets/retaining blocks to best fit the vehicle’s crossbars.

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2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

Roof Mount: You installed and sealed eight jack nuts in the vehicle’s roof 2.13

to mount the antenna.

You allowed enough clearance between the antenna and the roof.

You secured the antenna to the vehicle using the TORX hardware.

After connecting the antenna cable to the antenna, you installed the rubber boot over the connector.

2.7, 2.11

2.8, 2.14

2.17, 2.21

4.4

Done?

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Step

If you routed the antenna cable through the roof, you used the supplied fitting and backing plate and sealed the holes.

You recorded the new height of the vehicle and informed the user.

You did not disconnect the short cable pre-connected on the receiver’s rear panel.

If you cut the antenna cable, you used an LRC/Augat T1000 tool to attach the supplied F-connector to the end of the cable.

You connected the antenna cable to the receiver.

You connected the RF converter to the receiver and placed it

3 feet away from the receiver and other electronic devices.

You connected high-quality audio/video cables from the receiver to the vehicle’s entertainment system.

You connected the receiver’s power cable to +12 VDC switched

(accessory) power and did not connect other devices to the same circuit.

You mounted the receiver in a dry location away from any heat sources and allowed plenty of room for ventilation.

Receiver Location:

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2.22

3.3

3.5

3.8

3.8

3.9

3.12

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4.3

You installed two “AAA” batteries in the remote control.

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Done?


4.5


4-3 Testing the System

Now all you need to do is turn the system on and ensure everything works properly. Follow the steps below to turn on the TracVision A5 system and verify proper operation.

1.

Ensure that the antenna has a clear view of the satellite. The antenna requires an unobstructed view of the southern sky to receive satellite TV signals. T rees, buildings, highway overpasses, etc., can block satellite signals. Heavy rain or snow might also interrupt satellite signals. For complete details about satellite reception requirements, refer to Section 1-3, “Receiving

Satellite TV Signals,” in the User’s Guide.

Since the TracVision antenna requires an unobstructed view of the southern sky to receive satellite signals, the system will not work when the vehicle is in a garage.

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2.

Apply vehicle power and turn on the vehicle’s entertainment system.

3.

Turn on the TracVision A5 receiver’s rear panel power switch. The switch’s light illuminates and the receiver beeps two or three times.

Receiver Rear Panel Power Switch

Power Switch

POWER

VEHICLE POWER

(10-16 VDC)

SATELLITE IN

RF

REMOTE

INPUT

VHF ANTENNA

IN

OUT TO TV

TUNER

C AU T I O N


TO SATELLITE

IN

S – VIDEO

TO KVH

ANTENNA

PHONE JACK

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 1

DIAGNOSTICS

PORT 2



4.

The TracVision antenna searches for and locks onto the satellite. Verify that the following appears on the TV(s):

If your satellite dish is ready for DIRECTV

® service, please wait until your

Advanced Program Guide

™

is prepared.

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Searching for satellite signal...

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The receiver then starts downloading the program guide and the following message appears:

If your satellite dish is ready for DIRECTV

® service, please wait until your

Advanced Program Guide

™

is prepared.

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Acquiring guide data...

This process may take up to 60 seconds. Once the program guide has loaded, a DIRECTV programming channel appears.

5.

If you don’t see the messages shown in Step 4 after 30 seconds, press the remote control’s SAT button. Then press the

PWR button. The receiver beeps twice to indicate that power is applied to the antenna.

PWR

DVD VCR AUX TV SAT

GUIDE

MENU

INFO

FAV

TURBO

O

N

EL

INE GU

ID

E

CLEAR

VOL

SELECT

MUTE

PREV

CH

CH P

A

G

E

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Only the DIRECTV ® preview channels (such as channels 100 and 201) are viewable until the user activates the receiver.

6.

Check the three system status lights on the top of the receiver. All three lights should be illuminated green, indicating normal operation. If any of these lights are not green, refer to Section 9-3,

“System Status Lights,” in the User’s Guide for troubleshooting details.

System Status Lights

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4-4 Selecting the Proper Time Zone

If the program guide does not indicate the correct time, you will need to select the appropriate time zone for your region. To select a time zone, follow the steps below:

1.

Press the MENU button to access the main menu.

2.

Highlight the System Setup tab and press

SELECT.

3.

Highlight the Prefs tab.

Preferences

PREFERENCES

Install

Signal

Info

Features

VCR

Prefs

Remote

Test

New Card

Upgrade

Watch TV

Main Menu

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Preference Settings

Output Channel

Input Key

Menu Language

Time zone

Daylight Saving

Banner Style

Caller ID

3

On

English

Default

Observed

Short

On

Factory Defaults

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4.

Highlight the Time Zone button and press

SELECT to bring up the time zone pop-up menu.

Time Zones

Time Zones

Default

Newfoundland

Atlantic

Eastern

Central

Mountain

Pacific

Alaska

Hawaii

5.

Highlight your time zone and press SELECT. The program guide will show programming times based on this time zone.

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4-5 Programming the Remote Control to Operate Other Components

(Optional)

In addition to controlling the TracVision A5 receiver, the remote control may be programmed to operate other vehicle components, such as the TV or VCR. To program the remote control, choose either of the following programming options:

Option 1 - Code Scanning (see page 4.10)

Option 2 - Code Entry (see page 4.11)

To use the code entry method, you’ll need to know the correct manufacturer’s device codes for each component you want to operate. Code scanning may be more timeconsuming, but you don’t need to know manufacturer’s control codes.

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Option 1 - Code Scanning

1.

Keep the remote control aimed at the IR input (or

“eye”) for the component you want to control.

For example, if you want to program the remote control to operate the TV, keep the remote aimed at the TV’s IR input (many in-vehicle TVs come with an IR eye built into the screen).

2.

Press and hold the remote control’s component button (for example, TV).

3.

At the same time, press the MUTE button for two seconds.

4.

Release both buttons.

The component button should light and remain lit. If it doesn’t remain lit, repeat Steps 1 through

4 above.

5.

Repeatedly press the upper part of the

CHANNEL (CH) button.

CH

P

A

G

E

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6.

Continue pressing the CHANNEL (CH) button to step through the codes until the component turns off, indicating that you have found the correct device code. If you accidentally pass a code that

responds or realize you may not have been aiming the remote control at the component, repeatedly press the lower part of the CHANNEL (CH) button to step backward through the codes.

7.

Press the remote control’s PWR button to verify that you have found the proper code. The correct code will turn the component on and off.

8.

Press the component button again to lock in the code (in this example, the TV button).

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Option 2 - Code Entry

1.

Find the device code(s) for the component. You can find this code either by looking in Appendix B

on page A.5 or by following the steps below to check the receiver’s database: a.

Press the MENU button to access the main menu.

b. From the main menu, highlight the System

Setup

tab and press SELECT.

c.

Highlight the Remote tab to access Remote

Control Settings.

d. Highlight the desired type of component

(TV, AUX, VCR, or DVD) and press

SELECT.

e.

Highlight the component’s manufacturer from the brand name list and press SELECT.

A list of codes for the selected component appears along with step-by-step programming instructions.

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REMOTE

Install

Signal

Info

Features

VCR

Prefs

Remote

Test

New Card

Upgrade

Watch TV

Main Menu


Finding the Component’s Device Code

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Remote Control Settings

Remote ID Unit 1

TV

AUX

VCR

DVD

Factory Defaults

Brand

A Mark

Akai

Amstrad

Anam

AOC

Audiovox

Blaupunkt

Highlight the device you want to

select. Press

SELECT

1. Aim your remote control at the

TV you want to use.

2. Hold down the TV button.

3. Press the MUTE button for one second.

4. Release both buttons together.

5. The TV button glows and remains lit. If the button does not

001, 034, 038, 083, 199

Keep your remote control aimed at the component you want to control throughout the remainder of this procedure.

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2.

Press and hold the remote control’s component button (for example, TV).

3.

At the same time, press the MUTE button for two seconds.

4.

Release both buttons.

The component button should light and remain lit. If it doesn’t remain lit, follow Steps 2 through

4 above.

5.

Using the remote control’s numeric keypad, enter a device code.

6.

After entering a code, press the remote control’s

PWR button to test it. The correct code will turn the component on and off. If several codes are listed for the component’s type and brand, try each of them until you find the code that turns the component on/off. If none of these codes work, try the code scanning method described on page 4.10.

7.

Press the component button again to lock in the code (in this example, the TV button).

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4-6 Activating the Receiver

Before the user can start watching satellite TV via the

TracVision A5, the receiver must be activated. To activate the receiver, the user needs to follow the steps below:

1.

Call KVH’s Activation Department at:

1-866-551-8004


The user must have the system serial numbers handy when calling to activate.

The serial numbers are noted on the red

Activation Card. The receiver cannot be activated without these numbers.

2.

After activation is complete, KVH’s Activation

Department will provide an access card number, receiver ID number, Hughes serial number, and model number. Enter these numbers in the associated boxes on the red Activation Card.

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Appendices

This section provides a list of system specifications and a list of device codes for programming the remote control.

Contents

A

B

System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.3

Manufacturer Device Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.5

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.17

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Appendices

A.1

System Specifications

Appendix A

System Specifications

Physical Characteristics

Power 10-16 volts DC, 50 watts

Antenna Dimensions

Antenna Weight

30.5" wide x 5.3" high

48 lbs

Receiver Dimensions 11" wide x 9" long x 2.6" high

Receiver Weight 4.3 lbs

Pointing System

Elevation Range

Azimuth Range

Turn/Track Rate

Wind Force

Stabilization

31

º to 57

º

Unlimited

45

º per second

100 mph

2-axis, actively gyro-stabilized

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Environmental

Operating Temperature -13

º

F to +131

º

F (-25

º

C to +55

º

C)

Storage Temperature

Humidity

-20

º

F to +140

º

F (-29

º

C to +60

º

C) to 100 percent

A.3

Appendix B

Manufacturer Device

Codes

Use the following codes to program the

TracVision A5 remote control to operate other invehicle components. See Section 4-5, “Programming the

Remote Control to Operate Other Components,” on

page 4.9 for details.

VCR Brand

Admiral

VCR Brands and Remote Control Codes

Code Number(s)

025 053

Adventura

Aiko

Aiwa

Akai

American Action

American High

Ampro

034

117

034 101

016 043 046 124 125 146

117

031

072

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VCR Brand

Anam

Asha

Audio Dynamics

Audiovox

Beaumark

Broksonic

Calix

Canon

Capehart

CCE

Cineral

Citizen

Colt

Craig

Curtis Mathes

Cybernex

Daewoo

Daytron

DBX

Manufacturer Device Codes

Code Number(s)

031

040

012 023 039 043

101

040

025 035 037 044 129 152

101

028 031

108

024 117

117

101 117

024

003 024 040 101 135

031 041 156

040

005 007 010 065 108 110 112 116 117 119

108

012 023 039 043

A.5


VCR Brand

Dimensia

Dynatech

Electrohome

Electrophonic

Emerson

Fisher

Fuji

Funai

Garrard

GE

GO Video

Goldstar/LG

Harley Davidson

Harman Kardon

Harwood

Hitachi

Hughes

HQ

Code Number(s)

156

034 053

059 101

101

006 017 025 027 029 031 034 035 036 037 044

046 101 117 129 131 138 152 153 157

003 008 009 010

031

034

034

031 040 053 063 072 107 109 126 144 147 151

156

040 132 136

001 012 101 114 123

034

012 045

024

001 026 034 063 137 150 156

001

034

A.6

Kodak

Lloyd

Logik

LXI

Magin

Magnasonic

Magnavox

Marantz

Marta

Matsui

Matsushita

VCR Brand

Instantreplay

JCL

JCPenney

Jensen

JVC

KEC

Kenwood

KLH

Code Number(s)

031

031

001 012 031 040 066 101 156

043

012 031 043 048 050 055 060 130 150 158

101 117

014 023 034 047 048

024

031 101

034

024

003 009 017 034 101

040

117

031 034 041 064 067 068 154 160

012 023 031 067 069

101

027 030

031

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VCR Brand

MEI

Memorex

MGA

MGN Technology

Minolta

Mitsubishi

Motorola

MTC

Multitech

NEC

Nikko

Noblex

Nordmende

Olympus

Optimus

Optonica

Orion

Panasonic

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Code Number(s)

031

003 010 014 025 031 034 040 053 072 101 102

134 139

045 046 059

040

001 156

001 045 046 053 059 061 162

031 053

034 040

024 034

012 023 039 043 048

101

040

043

031

053 101

053 054

025

031 066 070 133 160 161

VCR Brand

Pentax

Philco

Philips

Pilot

Pioneer

Portland

Profitronic

Protec

Quartz

Quasar

Radio Shack

Radix

Randex

RCA

Realistic

Rico

Salora

Samsung


Code Number(s)

001 031 063 156

025 031 034 067

031 034 054 067 071 101

101

001 021 048

108

040

024

002 014

031 066 070 133 160 161

034 123

101

101

001 031 034 040 041 053 107 109 140 144 147

151 156

003 008 010 014 031 034 040 053 054 101

058 078

014

032 040 102 104 107 109 112 113 115 120 122

125 159

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Signature

Singer

Sony

Soundesign

STS

Sylvania

Symphonic

Tandy

Tatung

Teac

Technics

VCR Brand

Sanky

Sansui

Sanyo

Scott

Sears

Sharp

Shintom

Shogun

Code Number(s)

053

022 025 034 043 048 135

003 007 010 014 040 102 134

017 037 044 112 129 131 159

001 003 008 009 010 014 017 031 034 081 101

031 053 054 143

024

040

034

024

003 031 032 034 052 056 057 058 155

034

001

031 034 059 067

034

010 034

023 039 043

023 034 039 043

031 070

A.8

VCR Brand

Teknica

Thomas

TMK

Toshiba

Totevision

Unitech

Vector Research

Video Concepts

Videosonic

Wards

Westinghouse

XR-1000

Yamaha

Zenith

Code Number(s)

019 031 034 101

034

040

001 008 042 047 059 082 112 131

040 101

040

012

012 034 046

040

001 003 017 024 031 034 040 053 054 131

024 025

024 031 034

012 034 039 043

025 034 048 056 058 072 080 101

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AOC

Audiovox

Baysonic

Bell&Howell

Blaupunkt

Bradford

Brooksonic

Cairn

Candle

Capehart

TV Brand

Admiral

Aiko

Akai

Alaron

A Mark

America Action

Amstrad

Anam

TV Brands and Remote Control Codes

Code Number(s)

072 081 096 160 161

103

070 146

028

112 143

043

052

043 054 056 080 112

004 058 070 112

043 076 103 120

043

072

088

043

096

206

002 003 004 070

058

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TV Brand

Carver

CCE

Celebrity

Cetronic

Cineral

Citizen

Classic

Concerto

Contec

Coronado

Craig

Crosley

Crown

Curtis Mathes

CXC

Daewoo

Daytron

Denon


Code Number(s)

164

001 004 024

001

043

103 120

002 003 004 043 070 101 103 143

043

004

043 050 051

143

043 054 191

164

043 143

004 011 070 072 081 101 120 143 164

043

004 016 043 044 076 103 114 120 127 128 136

143 192

004 143

011

A.9


TV Brand

Dumont

Dynasty

Dynatech

Electroband

Electrohome

Emerson

Fisher

Fujitsu

Funal

Futuretech

GE

Gibralter

Goldstar/LG

Gradiente

Grunpy

Hall Mark

Harley Davidson

Harvard

Code Number(s)

004 073

043

062

001

024 076 120 143

004 005 028 043 047 048 050 051 070 076 096

120 143 151 153 154 155 191

007 057

028 198 210 211

028 043 052

043

004 008 009 034 056 070 073 074 081 120 130

145 155 160 161 165 167

004 073

004 106 110 112 119 127 143 193

004 038 106

028 043

004

028

043

A.10

JVC

KEC

Kenwood

Kloss

KMC

KTV

Lodgenet

Loewe

Logik

Luxman

LXI

TV Brand

Hitachi

Harman Kardon

Infinity

Inteq

JBL

JCB

JCPenney

Jensen

Code Number(s)

004 007 009 010 011 012 023 072 075 143 158

164

164

073

164

001

004 008 009 024 030 065 070 101 143 156 160

013

001 034 038 083 199 208

043

001 070

002 059

143

043 070 143 154

072

209 211

072

004

007 015 052 081 160 164

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TV Brand

Magnavox

Midland

Minerva

Minutz

Mitsubishi

Motorola

MTC

Multitech

NAD

NEC

Majestic

Marantz

Matsui

Matsushita

Megatron

Memorex

Metz

MGA

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Code Number(s)

003 004 022 059 060 061 063 064 070 094 127

160 164

072

070 164

164

-

080

004 007 028 072 096

088

004 024 028 042 070

073

088

008

004 024 028 040 042 081 146 214

081

004 062 070 101

043

015 025

004 016 019 024 040 056 070 130 134

TV Brand

Nikei

Nikko

NTC

Onking

Onwa

Optimus

Optonica

Orion

Panasonic

Philco

Philips

Pioneer

Portland

Prism

Proscan

Proton

Quasar

Radio Shack


Code Number(s)

043

103

103

043

043

080

019 081

028 096 201 202 203 204 205

034 056 080 164 212

003 004 024 056 059 060 063 064 070 164

003 004 005 038 059 070 093 127 164 213

070 004 018 023 025 190

004 065 103 143

034

065 145 160 161 167

004 058 112 143 171 173

034 056 080 164

004 019 043 127 143

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Seleco

Semivox

Semp

Sharp

Siemens

Signature

Sony

Realistic

Runco

Sampo

Samsung

Sansei

Sansui

Sanyo

Scotch

Scott

Sears


TV Brand

RCA

Code Number(s)

004 023 024 056 065 070 074 081 145 152 156

160 161 165 167

007 019 043 047

073 130

004 058 070 207

004 050 089 101 105 127 133 143 160 215

120

096

007 020 053 057 082

004

004 028 043 048 143

004 007 015 028 030 052 057 082 094 143 160

164 167

200

043

015

004 014 019 022 028 081 143

088

072

001 079 126

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Symphonics

Tandy

Tatung

Technics

Technol Ace

Techwood

Teknika

Telerent

Tera

TMK

TNCI

TV Brand

Soundesign

Spectricon

Squareview

SSS

Starlight

Supre Macy

Supreme

Sylvania

Code Number(s)

003 004 028 043

112

052

004 043

043

002

001

003 044 059 060 063 064 070 127 160 164

052 194

081

056 062

034 080

028

004

002 003 004 024 028 043 072 101 103 143 164

072

173

004

073

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TV Brand

Toshiba

Universal

Video Concepts

Vidikron

Vidtech

Wards

Westinghouse

Yamaha

York

Yupiteru

Zenith

Zonda

Code Number(s)

007 015 030 040 062 101

008 009

146

164

004

004 008 009 019 028 060 061 063 064 072 074

143 164 165

076 120

004 070

004

043

011 072 073 095 096 103

112


AUX Brands and Remote Control Codes

AUX Brand

Adcom

AMC

Arcam

Audio File

Audio Techinica

Aiwa

Akal

Anam

Bose

B & K

Carver

Clarion

Denon

Englightened Audio

Fisher

Fosgate Audionics

GE

Harmon Kardon

Code Number(s)

146 149 227 244

083 084

100

093 098

221

111 114 117 156 170 199 203 219 231 241 254

181 233

180

064 137 219

150 152

013 098 107 126 129 160 163 220 245 249

151 169

101 133 191 202 208 246 247

078 153

107 129 157 163 176

228 248

123 216

073 195 248 249

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Lexicon

Luxman

LXI

Magnavox

Marantz

McIntosh

Mondial

MCS

Mitsubishi

Meridian

NAD

AUX Brand

Haitai

Hitachi

JCPenney

Jensen

Jerrold

JVC

Kenwood

Krell

Code Number(s)

119

088

109 154 178

099

141

112 198 252

096 104 119 125 148 151 163 171 173 242

223

215 250

066 120 205 229

123 177

126 162 185 186 224 228

074 105 126 128 139 155 162 186 232

251

069 225

178

253

013 067

128

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Quasar

RCA

Realistic

Rotel

Sansui

Sanyo

Samsung

Scott

Sharp

Sherwood

Sony

AUX Brand

Nakamichi

Niles

Onkyo

Optimus

Panasonic

Parasound

Philips

Pioneer

Code Number(s)

072 212 234 235

236

094 115 116 209 211 255

121 125 140 181

131 144 187 200

085 086 090

126 136 186 197

081 093 138 165 189 195 230 243

131 187

109 166 213

103 122 123 124 172 174 177 179 180 194

204 218 239

075 126 139 196 197 214

129 157

068

180 190

096 125 151 161 169 182 193

089 127

097 117 147 183 188 192 200 237 238 253

54-0208-01

AUX Brand

Soundstream

Starcom

Symphonic

Teac

Technics

Toshiba

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

Code Number(s)

197

141

124

062 102 159 180

131 165 184 187 200 202 208

175

163

092 120 125 166 169 216 240

061 222


DVD Brand

Alpine

Apex Digital

Arcam

Cyberhome

Daewoo

Denon

GE

Goldstar/LG

Harmon Kardon

Hitachi

Hiteker

JVC

Kenwood

Magnavox

Marantz

McIntosh

Mitsubishi

NAD

DVD Brands and Remote Control Codes

Code Number(s)

009

075 076

065

087

087

030 226

035 036

028 041

217

011

076

031

070

008 038 042

006 007

071

032

077

A.15

54-0208-01


DVD Brand

Onkyo

Optimus

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

Proceed

Proscan

RCA

Samsung

Sharp

Sony

Technics

Theta Digital

Toshiba

Yamaha

Zenith

Code Number(s)

207

034

003 039

006 007 038 042 063

005 010 034

002

035 036

035 036

029 040 095

004

037 080

003

034

001 038 082 091 206

039 079

028 041

A.16

DVD-Laser Disc Brands and Remote Control Codes

Philips

Pioneer

Quasar

RCA

Sanyo

Sharp

Sony

Technics

Toshiba

Yamaha

DVD-Laser Disc Brand

California Audio

Denon

Fisher

Kenwood

Magnavox

Mitsubishi

NAD

Panasonic

048

055 057

047

046

052

060

050 053

047 051 054

060

045 059

Code Number(s)

047

043 044

047

060

048 057

057

057

047 051 054

54-0208-01

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TracVision A5 Installation manual

TracVision A5 Installation

Guide Addendum

The following information applies to Revision E of the

TracVision A5 Installation Guide (KVH Part Number 54-0208-01).

TORX

Hardware Replaced with Standard

Hex Socket Hardware

The installation kitpacks now include standard hex socket hardware instead of special TORX-head hardware. A special

TORX bit is no longer required for installation. You can use a standard hex socket driver to attach the antenna mounting brackets and to attach the brackets to the vehicle.

Change in Screw Lengths for Attaching the

Mounting Brackets to the Antenna

The installation kitpacks now include eight

⁄

"-long

⁄

"-20 hex socket screws and four 1"-long

⁄

"-20 hex socket screws.

Use two

⁄

" screws to attach each mounting bracket to the antenna base. If you are installing an older Version B antenna, also be sure to use a 1" screw and washer in the center of each bracket.

Version A Version B