Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product TracVision G6 KVH Industries
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Satellite T elevision KVH T racV ision ® G6 user’ s guide • Operating Instructions A Guide to T racV ision G6.
Welcome to T racVision G6 T racV ision G6 User’ s Guide Congratulations on your choice of the T racV ision G6, one of the most advanced automatic satellite tracking systems available today . This user ’s guide provides all of the basic information requir ed to use this system and receive the satellite entertainment you want.
T racVision ® and KVH ® are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. GyroT rac ™ and T racNet ™ are trademarks of KVH Industr ies, Inc. DV B ® (Digital Video Broadcasting) is a registered trademark of the D VB Project. DIRECTV ® is an official trademark of DIRECTV , Inc.
54-0161-01 i T able of Contents T able of Contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.1 T r acVision G6 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 1.2 T r acVision G6 Components . .
Introduction 54-0161-01 1 1 – Introduction This section provides a basic overview of the T racVision G6 system. It explains how the system works and describes the function of each component. Contents 1.1 T racVision G6 System Overview . . . . . . . .
Introduction 54-0161-01 3 1.1 T racVision G6 System Over view A complete satellite TV system, illustrated in Figur e 1-1, includes the T racV ision G6 antenna unit connected to the GyroT rac digital gyro-stabilized sensor , Advanced Digital Contr ol Unit (ADCU), an IRD (satellite TV receiver), and a television set.
54-0161-01 4 T racVision G6 User’ s Guide Satellite Librar y Y our T racV ision G6 includes a pre-pr ogrammed satellite library of North American, European, and Latin American satellite services.
Introduction 54-0161-01 5 1.2 T racVision G6 Components Y our T racV ision G6 system includes the following components: Antenna Unit The antenna unit houses the antenna positioning mechanism, low noise block (LNB), power supply , and control elements within a molded ABS radome.
Using Y our T racVision G6 54-0161-01 7 2 – Using Y our T racV ision G6 This section explains everything you need to know to operate your T racVision G6 system. All operations are controlled through a simple user interface. Contents 2.1 Receiving Satellite Signals .
Using Y our T racVision G6 54-0161-01 9 2.1 Receiving Satellite Signals For T racV ision G6 to receive satellite TV signals, the antenna must have a clear line of sight to the satellite.
54-0161-01 10 T racVision G6 User’ s Guide 2.2 T urning On the System The T racV ision G6 system is easy to use. Antenna unit initialization and satellite acquisition are completely automatic. T o use the T racV ision G6 system, follow the steps below .
Using Y our T racVision G6 54-0161-01 11 2.3 Changing Channels and Switching to the Second Satellite T racV ision G6 can have a pair of satellites installed, either one of which can be the active satellite selection.
Switching Satellites Using the ADCU If you’re unable to switch between satellites using the IRD remote contr ol, use the ADCU fr ont panel buttons to select between Satellite A and Satellite B. Press the left button to select Satellite A and the right button to select Satellite B.
Sleep Mode When the vessel has come to a stop and holds its position for one minute (e.g., at a dock), the antenna unit enters Sleep Mode, which locks the antenna in place to conserve power .
Using the ADCU Interface 54-0161-01 15 3 – Using the ADCU Interface This section explains how to use some basic ADCU functions. Y ou will use the ADCU to operate, control, and monitor the T racVision G6 and GyroT rac. Contents 3.1 ADCU Interface Functions .
Using the ADCU Interface 54-0161-01 17 3.1 ADCU Interface Functions All T racV ision G6 and GyroT rac operations ar e controlled and monitored using the ADCU. An LCD display shows navigation and configuration data and three soft keys enable you to perform a multitude of menu-driven tasks.
Refer to Section 3.2 Refer to Section 3.3 Refer to Section 3.6 Refer to Section 3.5 GyroT rac Mode Menus Setup display type? Enter Next Return Setup data outputs? Yes Next Return Setup configuration? .
Using the ADCU Interface 54-0161-01 19 3.2 Setting Display Brightness The ADCU display’s brightness may be adjusted to suit your prefer ences. Press the right key to make the display brighter , the left key to make it dimmer . When you are satisfied with the setting, press the center key to accept the setting.
54-0161-01 20 T racVision G6 User’ s Guide 3.4 T urning Sleep Mode On/Off When the vessel has come to a stop and the antenna holds its position for one minute (e.g., at a dock), the antenna unit enters Sleep Mode, which locks the antenna in place and conserves power .
Using the ADCU Interface 54-0161-01 21 3.5 Installing a New Satellite Pair T racV ision G6 permits two satellite services (Satellites A and B) to be installed simultaneously . There is also an option for NONE on Satellite B, permitting single satellite operation.
54-0161-01 22 T racVision G6 User’ s Guide 3.6 Selecting Active Satellite After installing the pair of satellites, use the Select Satellite menu to choose which of the installed satellites will be active. This is also an effective way to s ee which satellite is being tracked at any given moment.
T roubleshooting 54-0161-01 23 4 – T roubleshooting This section identifies basic trouble symptoms and lists their possible causes and solutions. Contents 4.1 T roubleshooting Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
T roubleshooting 54-0161-01 25 4.1 T roubleshooting Matrix The troubleshooting matrix shown in T able 4-1 identifies some trouble symptoms, their possible causes, and r eferences to troubleshooting solutions.
54-0161-01 26 T racVision G6 User’ s Guide 4.2 Causes and Remedies for Common Operational Issues There ar e a number of common issues that can affect the signal reception quality or the operation of the T racV ision G6. The following sections address these issues and potential solutions.
T roubleshooting 54-0161-01 27 V essel T urning During Startup If the vessel turns during the 60-second startup and initialization sequence that occurs immediately after turning on the power to the T racV ision G6, the antenna gyro will recor d that variable motion as “standing still.
54-0161-01 28 T racVision G6 User’ s Guide Radar Interference The energy levels radiated by radar units can overload the antenna’s front-end cir cuits. Check with your installer to make certain that the T racV ision G6 antenna unit is in the optimal location with regar d to your radar unit.
T roubleshooting 54-0161-01 29 4.3 GyroT rac-specific Issues The GyroT rac is designed for reliable, easy use. This section provides a brief overview of some potential operational issues. Issue 1: System is installed correctly and power is available, but the system is non-functional.
4.5 Antenna Gyro and LNB Faults The T racV ision G6 T echnical Manual provides detailed instructions for authorized service personnel who may be requir ed to replace the antenna’s gyro or Low Noise Block (LNB). Contact your local KVH dealer or service center for assistance.
KVH Industries Limited W arranty T racVision G6 Limited Warranty on Hardware KVH Industries, Inc. warrants the KVH product purchased against def ects in materials for a period of TW O (2) years and against f actor y labor costs f or a period of ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase by the original purchaser .
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