TracPhone V7
24" (60 cm) Configuration
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Inspect Parts and Get Tools
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Before you begin, follow these steps to make sure
you have everything you need to complete the
installation.
Figure 1: TracPhone V7 System Components
Antenna
a. Unpack the box and ensure it contains
everything shown in Figure 1 and on the
Kitpack Content Lists. Save the packaging for
future use.
Radome
IMPORTANT!
Always lift the antenna by the baseplate and
never by the radome or any portion of the
Baseplate
b. Carefully examine all of the supplied parts to
ensure nothing was damaged in shipment.
Control Unit
c. Gather all of the tools and materials listed
below. You will need these items to complete
the installation.
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Flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers
Electric drill and 1/2" (13 mm) bit
3" (80 mm) hole saw
Modem
Wire cutters
Socket wrenches and extension
7/16" open-end wrench
Light hammer and center punch
Adhesive tape, scriber or pencil
Wire strippers and terminal lug crimper
Multimedia Terminal
Adapter (MTA)
Router
Two RF coax cables (see Figure 20 on
page 11 for type required)
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Connector installation tools
Laptop computer with Windows® Vista
or XP installed
Remote Service
& Support Module
NOTE: KVH offers an optional Service Selector kit for
connecting both a TracPhone V7 and a Fleet antenna
system to the onboard local area network (LAN).
Supplemental instructions are provided in the Service
Selector kit (KVH P/N 01-0299).
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Plan the Antenna Installation
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Before you begin, consider the following antenna
installation guidelines:
Figure 2: Blockage from Obstruction
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Minimize blockage. The antenna requires a
clear view of the sky to transmit and receive
obstructions, the better the system will
perform.
Blocked!
5 to 80
Look Angle
Antenna
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Make sure the mounting surface is wide
enough to accommodate the antenna’s base
(see Figure 3). Also make sure it is flat, level
(within ±1°), strong enough to support the
antenna’s weight (60 lbs, 27.2 kg), and rigid
enough to withstand heavy vibration.
Mast
Vessel Platform
Figure 3: Antenna Dimensions
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Select a location that is as close as possible to
the intersection of the vessel’s fore-and-aft
centerline and midships.
Select a location that is well above any areas
accessible to passengers and crew to reduce
the risk of RF radiation exposure.
Side View
Do not mount the antenna at the same level
as the radar because the radar’s energy might
overload the antenna. Ideally, you should
mount the antenna 4 ft (1.2 m) above the
radar, outside the beam path of the radar.
26.2"
(66.5 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
FWD
6"
(15.2 cm)
Bottom View
6"
(15.2 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
4 x 1/2"
( 13 mm)
26.2"
(66.5 cm)
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Plan the Belowdecks Installation
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Before you begin, consider the following
Figure 4: Control Unit or Modem Dimensions (Identical)
installation guidelines for the belowdecks units.
2.61"
(6.6 cm)
Control Unit and Modem
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Select a mounting location in a dry, well-
ventilated area belowdecks away from any
heat sources or salt spray.
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Be sure the front panels will be easily
accessible to the user.
16.75"
(42.5 cm)
11.31"
(28.7 cm)
Leave enough room at the rear panel for
connecting the cables.
You have several options for mounting the
control unit and modem:
Figure 5: Case Dimensions
Option 1 - Inside the optional case
Option 2 - To a horizontal surface together
using two L-brackets
Option 3 - To a horizontal surface
11.3"
separately using four L-brackets
(28.7 cm)
NOTE: The control unit and modem are sized to
fit a standard 19" (482.6 mm) equipment rack.
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To use the supplied data and power cables,
the control unit must be located within 100 ft
(30 m) of the antenna. However, you can
order 150 ft (45 m) cables if a longer cable run
is necessary (see Figure 20 on page 11).
20.5"
(52.1 cm)
20.5"
(52.1 cm)
Router and MTA
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To use the supplied Ethernet cables, select a
mounting location within 25 ft (7.5 m) of the
modem (maximum length = 200 ft (60 m)).
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Be sure the location provides adequate WiFi
reception. Do not install the router in an area
surrounded by metal or near any electrical
devices that generate RF noise.
Remote Service & Support Module
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To use the supplied serial data cable, select a
mounting location within 25 ft (7.5 m) of the
control unit (maximum length = 50 ft (15 m)).
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Be sure the location provides adequate GPRS
cellular reception.
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Prepare the Belowdecks Units
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Option 1 - Mounting in the Case
If you plan to mount the control unit and modem
inside the optional 19" (482.6 mm) case, follow
these steps to assemble the case.
Figure 6: Assembling the Case
Top Cover
M4 x 12mm Screw (x4)
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2
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a. Remove the four M4 screws securing the rear
cover to the case. Discard the rear cover.
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b. Attach the top cover to the case using four
bottom cover and the two mounting brackets
using four M4 x 16 mm screws.
c. Attach the four plastic feet to the bottom
cover (see Figure 6).
d. At the front of the case, insert eight cage nuts
into the following locations on the frame
and #11.
Plastic Foot (x4)
Bottom Cover
Mounting Bracket (x2)
M4 x 16mm Screw (x4)
e. At the back of the case, insert four cage nuts
into the following locations on the frame (two
on each side): #1 and #3
Figure 7: Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket
#6-32 Screw (x4)
#6 Washer (x4)
Control Unit
f. Remove the four #6-32 screws and washers
securing the two retaining straps to the rear
panel of the control unit. Do not remove the
bottom screws securing the straps to the modem.
g. Attach the strain-relief bracket to the
retaining straps and control unit using the
screws and washers you removed in Step f
Tie-Wrap
Holes (x12)
Strain-Relief
Bracket
Retaining
Strap (x2)
Modem
h. At the top 3U section of the case, insert the
control unit/modem assembly and secure the
front mounting brackets to the case using
four M6 screws and washers (see Figure 8).
Figure 8: Securing the Control Unit/Modem in the Case
Attach to Case
M6 Screw (x4)
Plastic Washer (x4)
i. At the bottom 3U section of the case, attach
the supplied blank panel using four M6
screws and washers (see Figure 8).
Attach to Control Uni
#6-32 Screw (x4)
#6 Washer (x4)
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Case
j. Secure the back of the control unit to the back
of the case using the two supplied “Z”
brackets. Attach the brackets to the case
frame using four M6 screws and washers.
Attach the brackets to the rear panel of the
control unit using four #6-32 screws and
Control Unit
and Modem
“Z” Bracket (x2)
Cage Nut (x4)
Cage Nut (x8)
k. Once you have completed all system wiring,
mount the case to the vessel using fasteners
appropriate for the mounting surface.
Blank Panel
Plastic Washer (x8)
M6 Screw (x8)
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Prepare the Belowdecks Units
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Option 2 - Mounting Units Together
If you plan to mount the control unit and modem
together as an assembly, without using the
optional case, follow these steps to detach the
rack-mount brackets, attach the strain-relief
bracket, and attach the “L” mounting brackets.
Figure 9: Detaching the Rack-Mount Brackets
Control Unit
#6 Washer (x12)
#6-32 Screw (x12)
a. Remove the 12 #6-32 screws and washers
securing the two rack-mount brackets to the
front of the control unit and modem (see
Figure 9). Remove the brackets.
Rack-Mount Bracket (x2)
Modem
b. Remove the four #6-32 screws and washers
securing the two retaining straps to the rear
panel of the control unit. Do not remove the
bottom screws securing the straps to the modem.
c. Attach the strain-relief bracket to the
retaining straps and control unit using the
screws and washers you removed in Step b
Figure 10: Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket
#6-32 Screw (x4)
#6 Washer (x4)
Control Unit
d. Attach two of the supplied “L” mounting
brackets to the sides of the control unit or
modem using four #6-32 screws and washers
(see Figure 11). You can attach the brackets to
either the top of the control unit or the bottom
of the modem, depending on your desired
mounting location.
Tie-Wrap
Holes (x12)
Strain-Relief
Bracket
Retaining
Strap (x2)
Modem
e. Once you have completed all system wiring,
mount the modem/control unit assembly to
the vessel using fasteners appropriate for the
mounting surface.
Figure 11: Attaching the “L” Mounting Brackets (Modem Not Shown)
.156" ( 3.96 mm)
Mounting Hole (x4)
“L” Mounting
Bracket (x2)
#6 Washer (x4)
#6-32 Screw (x4)
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Prepare the Belowdecks Units
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Option 3 - Mounting Units Separately
If you plan to mount the control unit and modem
separately, follow these steps to detach the
control unit from the modem, attach the strain-
relief brackets, and attach the “L” mounting
brackets.
Figure 12: Detaching the Retaining Straps
a. Remove the 12 #6-32 screws and washers
securing the rack-mount brackets to the front
of the control unit and modem (see Figure 9
on page 7). Remove the brackets.
b. Remove the 16 #6-32 screws and washers
securing the four metal retaining straps to the
Remove the straps.
#6 Washer (x16)
Strap (x4)
c. Attach a strain-relief bracket to the back of
the control unit using four of the screws and
washers you removed in Step b (see
Figure 13).
#6-32 Screw (x16)
Figure 13: Attaching the Bracket to the Control Unit
d. Attach a second strain-relief bracket to the
back of the modem using four of the screws
and washers you removed in Step b (see
Figure 14).
Control Unit
e. Attach two of the supplied “L” brackets to
the sides of the control unit using four #6-32
screws and washers (see Figure 11 on page 7).
You can attach the brackets at either the top
or bottom of the control unit, depending on
your desired mounting location.
Tie-wrap
Holes (x12)
Strain-Relief
Bracket
f. Attach the two other supplied “L” brackets to
the sides of the modem using four #6-32
screws and washers (see Figure 11 on page 7).
You can attach the brackets at either the top
or bottom of the modem, depending on your
desired mounting location.
#6-32 Screw (x4)
#6 Washer (x4)
Figure 14: Attaching the Bracket to the Modem
Tie-wrap
Holes (x12)
g. Once you have completed all system wiring,
mount the control unit and modem to the
vessel using fasteners appropriate for the
mounting surface.
Modem
#6-32 Screw (x4)
#6 Washer (x4)
Strain-Relief
Bracket
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Prepare the Antenna Site
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Once you have identified a suitable antenna
mounting site, according to the guidelines
provided in Step 2, follow these steps to drill the
mounting holes and cable access hole to prepare
the site for installation.
Figure 15: Antenna Mounting Holes Layout
FWD
3" ( 80 mm)
Cable Access Hole
a. Unfold the antenna mounting template
(supplied in the Customer Welcome Kit) and
place it onto the mounting surface. Make sure
the “FWD” (forward) arrow points toward
the bow and is parallel to the vessel’s
12"
(305 mm)
NOTE: You don’t need to mount the antenna
exactly on the vessel’s centerline, but the
antenna’s forward arrow must be parallel to it.
1/2" ( 13 mm)
Mounting Hole (x4)
12"
(305 mm)
b. Using a light hammer and center punch,
mark the locations for the four mounting
holes and cable access hole on the mounting
surface in the locations indicated on the
template.
c. Drill a 1/2" (13 mm) hole at the four
mounting hole locations you marked in
Step b. Later, you will insert four 3/8"-16
bolts through these holes to secure the
antenna to the mounting surface.
Figure 16: Foam Seal
Align with
Cable Access
Hole
d. Cut out the 3" (80 mm) cable access hole in
the location you marked in Step b. Smooth
the edges of the hole to protect the cables.
Later, you will route the data, power, and RF
cables through this hole and into the vessel.
e. Clean and dry the antenna mounting surface.
f. Peel off the paper backing from the supplied
foam seal to expose the adhesive. Then press
the foam seal down firmly onto the mounting
surface, ensuring the hole in the foam seal
aligns with the cable access hole in the
NOTE: Apply the foam seal to the vessel
mounting surface, not to the antenna’s baseplate.
You will have difficulty connecting the cables to
the antenna if the foam seal is attached to the
baseplate.
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Remove the Restraints
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Inside the antenna, four shipping restraints
prevent the antenna assembly from moving
during shipment. Follow these steps to remove
these shipping restraints.
Figure 17: Elevation Shipping Restraint
a. Remove the six #10-32 Phillips screws
securing the radome to the baseplate.
Carefully lift the radome straight up until
clear of the antenna assembly and set it aside
in a safe place.
Wire
TIP: If you keep the radome topside, secure it with
a lanyard to prevent it from falling overboard.
b. Using wire cutters, cut and remove the
elevation shipping restraint securing the
reflector to the antenna frame (see Figure 17).
c. Cut and remove the tie-wrap securing the
Figure 18: LNB Shipping Restraint
d. Using a 9/16" socket with 6" extension,
remove the two 3/8" bolts securing the
azimuth shipping restraints to the antenna
restraints.
IMPORTANT!
Tie-wrap
Once you have removed the restraints,
handle the antenna very carefully. With the
restraints removed, the internal antenna
assembly rotates freely and, if not handled
properly, can damage the limit switch.
Figure 19: Azimuth Shipping Restraints
3/8" Bolts
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Wire the Antenna
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Follow these steps to connect the data, power,
and RF cables to the antenna.
Figure 20: RF Cable Requirements
15-50 ft (5-15 m) Cable Run
a. In addition to the data and power cables, you
will need to connect two 75-ohm RF coax
cables from the antenna to the belowdecks
equipment. Use the guidelines in Figure 20 to
determine the type of RF cables required.
Cable: RG-11 (KVH P/N 32-0566-0050)
Connector: SNS11AS
Installation Tools: CST596711 and L3011B
50-100 ft (15-30 m) Cable Run
IMPORTANT!
Cable: LMR-400-75
Connector: EZ-400-FMH-75
Installation Tools: TK-400EZ-75
Terminate RF cables with the proper type “F”
connectors (see Figure 20). Connectors are
included with RG-11 cables purchased from KVH.
Instructions for terminating LMR-400-75
cable are provided in Appendix B on page 28.
100-150 ft (30-45 m) Cable Run
Cable: LMR-600-75
Connector: EZ-600-FMH-75
Installation Tools: TK-600EZ
b. Label both ends of the two RF cables. Label
one cable “TX,” and label the other “RX.”
c. Route the data, power, and RF cables
belowdecks through the 3" (80 mm) cable
access hole. Leave an adequate service loop,
approximately 8" (20 cm) of slack, in the
cables for easy serviceability. Later, you will
connect the data and power cables to the
control unit and the RF cables to the modem.
NOTE: RG-11 connectors/tools are manufactured by
Thomas & Betts. LMR-400-75 and LMR-600-75 cables/
connectors/tools are manufactured by Times Microwave.
NOTE: Optional 150 ft (45 m) data and power cables:
Data cable KVH P/N 32-0921-0150
Power cable KVH P/N 32-0924-0150
IMPORTANT!
Do not use bulkhead connectors. It is critical
that you maintain the integrity of the cables.
d. Connect the data cable to the “Data” jack on
Hand-tighten until the connector locks in
place; do not use excessive force.
Figure 21: Connectors on Bottom of Antenna
MRx
e. Connect the power cable to the “Power” jack
on the bottom of the antenna. Hand-tighten
until the connector locks in place; do not use
excessive force.
Data
Power
f. Connect the RF cable labeled “TX” to the
“MTx” jack on the bottom of the antenna.
Hand-tighten, then tighten with a 7/16"
wrench for 1/4 turn to ensure an electrical
and weather-proof connection.
MTx
g. Connect the RF cable labeled “RX” to the
“MRx” jack on the bottom of the antenna.
Hand-tighten, then tighten with a 7/16"
wrench for 1/4 turn.
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Mount the Antenna
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Follow these steps to mount the antenna to the
mounting surface.
Figure 22: Forward Arrow in Antenna Baseplate
a. Place the antenna baseplate over the holes
drilled in the mounting surface.
b. Make sure the forward arrow inside the
baseplate points toward the bow and is
parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see
c. Make sure the four holes in the baseplate line
up with the four holes in the mounting
surface.
IMPORTANT!
You will need to rotate the antenna assembly
by hand to see all four mounting holes. Rotate
the antenna assembly slowly. If it hits a
mechanical stop with excessive force, the
limit switch might become damaged.
Figure 23: Mounting the Antenna (Side View)
3/8"-16 Bolt (x4)
d. At each of the four baseplate mounting holes,
place a 3/8" flat washer on a 3/8"-16 bolt and
insert the bolt into the hole from above (see
3/8" Flat Washer (x4)
Antenna Baseplate
Foam Seal
Mounting Surface
e. Secure each mounting bolt to the mounting
surface using a 3/8" shoulder washer, a
3/8" flat washer, a 3/8" lock washer, and a
3/8"-16 hex nut from below. Tighten all four
bolts until the four rubber feet on the
3/8" Shoulder Washer (x4)
3/8" Flat Washer (x4)
3/8" Lock Washer (x4)
3/8"-16 Hex Nut (x4)
baseplate are bottomed against the mounting
surface and the foam seal is fully compressed.
Figure 24: Reinstalling the Radome
f. Reinstall the radome onto the antenna. Secure
in place with the six #10-32 screws you
removed in Step 6a (see Figure 24).
g. Install a protective plastic screw cap
(supplied in the kitpack) over each radome
screw.
#10-32 Screw (x6)
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Wire the Belowdecks Units
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Wire the Antenna Cables
Figure 25: Antenna Power and Data Wiring
Follow these steps to connect the antenna to the
Antenna
control unit and the modem.
Terminal Strip Connector
NOTE: A system wiring diagram is provided in
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2
3
4
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6
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10 11 12
a. First dress the data and power cables from
the antenna. Strip back the insulation of each
wire approximately 1/4" (6 mm) and gently
twist each wire to ensure a good electrical
connection.
Power
Red
Black
Data
White/Gray
b. Find the terminal strip connector in the
kitpack. Connect the antenna data cable to
the terminal strip connector as shown in
Gray/White
White/Orange
Orange/White
White/Brown
Brown/White
White/Blue
IMPORTANT!
The diagram refers to wires by body color/
stripe color. For example, “Brown/White”
means the brown wire with the white stripe.
Blue/White
c. Connect the power cable from the antenna to
the terminal strip connector as shown in
Figure 26: Antenna Power and Data Wiring
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10
8
7
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5
4
3
2
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Terminal Strip
Connector
Control Unit
d. Plug the terminal strip connector into the rear
panel of the control unit (see Figure 26).
e. Connect the RF coax cable labeled “RX”
(connected to the antenna’s MRx jack) to the
“Rx RF” jack on the back of the modem (see
Antenna
Figure 27: Antenna RF Transmit and Receive Wiring
f. Connect the RF coax cable labeled “TX”
(connected to the antenna’s MTx jack) to the
“Tx RF” jack on the back of the modem.
Antenna
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to terminate RF cables properly with
type “F” connectors.
MRx MTx
Modem
J6
BUC PWR
J8
USER
ENET
J1
AC PW
J5
RxRF TxRF
CONSOLE
J7
ACU
ENET
MODEL:VMBR-1510 ArcLight
PART: 1234567 REV XXX
SERIAL: XX-XXXXXX
J4
ACU
CAGE CODE: 12345
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Wire the Control Unit to the Modem
Figure 28: Modem Data and BUC Power Wiring
Follow these steps to connect the control unit to
Control Unit
the modem.
Modem BUC Power
a. Connect a serial data cable from the
“Modem” jack on the control unit to the
“ACU” jack on the modem (see Figure 28).
Modem
b. Connect the BUC power cable from the “BUC
Power” jack on the control unit to the “BUC
Pwr” jack on the modem.
J6
BUC PWR
J8
J1
AC PWR
J3
Rx RF
J2
Tx RF
J5
CONSOLE
AUTION
OPERATOR
BUC Pwr
ERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE,
DO NOT OPEN
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ACU
ENET
MODEL:VMBR-1510 ArcLight
PART: 1234567 REV XXX
SERIAL: XX-XXXXXX
J4
ACU
CAGE CODE: 12345
ACU
Wire the Remote Service Module
Follow these steps to connect the remote service
Figure 29: Remote Service & Support Module Wiring
& support module to the control unit.
Control Unit
a. Connect a serial data cable from the
“Maintenance Port” jack on the control unit
to the “Serial” jack on the remote service &
support module. (see Figure 29).
Maintenance Port
b. Connect the cellular antenna to the
“Antenna” jack on the remote service &
support module.
Remote Service
& Support Module
GP10
Serial
Power
Wire the MTA and Router
Follow these steps to connect all LAN devices.
Cellular
Antenna
SIM
Audio
Antenna
a. Connect the supplied straight-through
Ethernet cable from the “User ENet” jack on
the modem to the “WAN” jack on the MTA
Figure 30: MTA and Router Wiring
Modem
b. Connect a second straight-through Ethernet
cable from the “LAN” jack on the MTA to the
“Internet” jack on the router.
User ENet
B
USER
J5
CONSOLE
CAUTION
ENET
NO OPERATOR
SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE,
DO NOT OPEN
J7
ACU
ENET
J4
ACU
Analog
Phone
MTA
c. Connect the customer’s analog phone(s), fax
machine, and/or PABX to the RJ-11 “Phone”
jack(s) on the MTA.
LAN
12V DC
LAN
PHONE
2
WAN
Phone1
IMPORTANT!
Router
Internet
1
2
3
4
Power
Reset
The RJ11 jacks on the MTA are rated for
analog signals only. Do not connect a digital
device directly to it.
Internet
Laptop
PC
d. For a wired Ethernet network, connect the
customer’s computer(s) to the numbered
RJ-45 Ethernet jack(s) on the router.
NOTE: The routing and VoIP equipment supplied with the
system might differ from those shown in this diagram.
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Connect Power
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Follow these steps to connect power to the
TracPhone V7 system.
Figure 31: Power Wiring
Control Unit
AC Input
a. Before you begin, disconnect vessel power.
CAUTION
Power
Strip
Modem
For your own safety, disconnect vessel power
and make sure the circuit is dead before you
connect any power cables.
J6
AC Pwr
BUC PWR
J8
USER
ENET
J1
AC PWR
J3
Rx RF
J2
Tx RF
J5
CONSOLE
CAUTION
NO OPERATOR
SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE,
DO NOT OPEN
J7
ACU
ENET
MODEL:VMBR-1510 ArcLight
PART: 1234567 REV XXX
SERIAL: XX-XXXXXX
J4
ACU
CAGE CODE: 12345
MTA
12 VDC
b. Be sure the vessel is properly grounded in
AC/DC
Adapter
accordance with marine standards.
12V DC
RSTR
WAN
LAN
PHONE
2
PHONE
1
c. Connect the control unit and modem to the
supplied AC power strip (see Figure 31 and
Figure 32). Use the special adapter cables
provided in the kitpack.
Router
Internet
1
2
3
Power
AC/DC
Adapter
Reset
IMPORTANT!
Remote Service Module
AC/DC
Adapter
Power
Do not cut off the ground pin from the control
unit and modem power cable plugs, and do
not use a 3-prong to 2-prong adapter.
SIM
Antenna On/Off Audio
Vessel AC Power
(115 or 230 VAC)
d. Connect the appropriate power cord (US or
European) to the power strip.
e. Connect the supplied AC/DC adapters to the
MTA, router, and remote service & support
module. Then plug the adapter cables into
the vessel’s AC power supply.
Figure 32: Power Strip for Control Unit and Modem
f. Strain-relieve all wires at the back of the
control unit and modem by securing them to
the attached strain-relief bracket(s). Use the
tie-wraps supplied in the kitpack. Be sure to
leave enough slack in the cables for easy
serviceability.
g. Plug the power strip into the vessel’s 115 or
230 VAC power supply.
IMPORTANT!
Double-check all of your wiring before
continuing. If wiring is incomplete or
incorrect, electronics may become damaged
when you apply power.
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Configure the Computer(s)
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Follow these steps to configure the user’s
computer(s) for a wired Ethernet connection to
the TracPhone V7. Once you have set up and
tested a wired connection, you can configure the
computer(s) for a wireless connection.
Figure 33: Windows Vista - Local Area Connection Properties
IMPORTANT!
When setting up a wireless network, apply
security settings, such as encryption, to
protect the network from outside intrusion. If
the user does not require a wireless network,
disable the wireless functionality. Refer to the
router owner’s manual for setup details.
NOTE: The computer must have a network interface
card installed and all cabling must be 100 Mbps fast
Ethernet UTP CAT-5 with RJ45 connectors.
Windows Vista™
a. Turn on the networked computer.
b. At the Windows Control Panel, double-click
Network and Sharing Center. You can find
the control panel either through the Start menu or
“My Computer.”
Figure 34: Windows Vista - Internet Protocol Properties
c. At the Network and Sharing Center window,
double-click the View Status link for the
Ethernet connection you are using for
TracPhone V7.
d. At the Local Area Connection Status window,
click Properties. This screen only displays if the
computer is currently connected to a network.
e. At the Local Area Connection Properties
window, select the Networking tab. Then
select Internet Protocol Version 4 and click
Properties (see Figure 33).
f. At the Internet Protocol Properties window,
select Obtain an IP address automatically
and Obtain DNS server address
g. At the Local Area Connection Properties
window, click OK.
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Windows XP
Figure 35: Windows XP - Local Area Connection Properties
a. Turn on the networked computer.
b. At the Windows Contol Panel, double-click
Network Connections. You can find the control
panel either through the Start menu or “My
Computer.”
c. At the Network Connections window,
double-click the Local Area Connection icon
for the Ethernet connection you are using for
TracPhone V7.
d. At the Local Area Connection Status window,
select the General tab. Then click Properties.
This screen only displays if the computer is
currently connected to a network.
e. At the Local Area Connection Properties
window, select the General tab. Then select
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click
Properties (see Figure 35).
f. At the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties
window, select the General tab. Then select
Obtain an IP address automatically and
Obtain DNS server address automatically
(see Figure 36). Then click OK.
Figure 36: Windows XP - Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties
g. At the Local Area Connection Properties
window, click OK.
h. Restart the computer.
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Macintosh OS X
Figure 37: Macintosh OS X - Network Preferences
a. Turn on the networked computer.
b. At System Preferences, click the Network
icon.
c. At the Network window, select the following:
•
•
•
Show: Built-in Ethernet
Configure: Using DHCP
Leave all text boxes blank
d. Network: Click Apply Now.
e. Restart the computer.
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Turn On the System
12
Follow these steps to turn on the TracPhone V7
system and check the system for proper
operation.
Figure 38: Power Switches
Power Switch
Control Unit
Modem
a. Ensure the antenna has a clear, unobstructed
view of the sky.
b. Apply vessel power to the TracPhone system,
including the router, MTA, and remote
service & support module.
Power Switch
STATUS
c. Turn on the power switch on the front of the
should illuminate green.
d. Turn on the power switch on the front of the
should illuminate green.
Figure 39: Good Service Connection Indicated on Control Unit LCD
e. Wait 5 minutes for system startup.
f. Verify that the antenna finds and starts
tracking the service satellite and the modem
connects to the mini-VSAT Broadband
service, as indicated by the control unit LCD
screen shown in Figure 39. If an error
message appears, refer to the
ONLINE
TRACKING 22W
Troubleshooting section of the User’s Guide.
NOTE: Satellites will vary depending on your location.
g. Verify that the three status lights on the
control unit and the status light on the
modem are all lit green (see Figure 40). If any
of these lights is not lit green, refer to the
Troubleshooting section of the User’s Guide.
Figure 40: Status Lights
Control Unit
h. Verify that the status lights on the MTA and
router indicate a normal condition. Refer to
the MTA and router manuals for details.
Modem
STATUS
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Set Up RF Hazard Zones
(Optional)
13
To prevent exposure to RF energy, which may be
harmful to people who stand within 36 feet
Figure 41: Example of an RF Radiation Hazard Zone
RF Radiation
Hazard Zone
(11 meters) of the antenna, you can configure up
to two RF radiation hazard zones for areas where
crew and/or passengers frequent (see Figure 41).
The system will disable the transmitter whenever
the antenna is pointing within one of these zones.
Antenna
335
025
Follow these steps to set up an RF hazard zone.
a. Determine the necessary azimuth range for
the RF hazard zone(s). You will need to enter,
in clockwise order, beginning and ending
azimuths (>4° apart) relative to the antenna’s
forward arrow, which should be pointing
toward the bow (see Figure 42).
Figure 42: Azimuths Relative to Antenna’s Forward Arrow
b. At the control unit, press MENUS until the
display shows “CONFIGURATION.” Then
press ACCEPT.
RF Radiation
Hazard Zone
(Example)
Beginning
Azimuth
Ending
335
025
c. Press MENUS until the display shows “SET
000
Azimuth
HAZARD ZONE.”
315
225
045
135
Forward
d. Press CHANGE until the display shows “SET
HAZARD ZONE = YES.” Then press
ACCEPT.
e. At “ZONE 1,” press CHANGE. A cursor
appears under the first number in the
azimuth range for RF hazard zone #1.
Antenna
270
090
f. Press CHANGE until the number is set to the
first digit of the beginning azimuth for the
first hazard zone.
180
g. Press ACCEPT. The cursor moves to the next
number.
h. Repeat steps f and g to set the remaining
digits of the desired RF radiation hazard
zone. Then press ACCEPT.
Figure 43: Setup Process for RF Hazard Zones
Step 1:
Set Zone 1
ZONE 1= 335-025
CHANGE
ACCEPT
Azimuth Range
i. At “Zone 2,” repeat steps e-h to set the range
for the second RF hazard zone, if desired.
j. At “XMT IN ZONES,” verify that the display
shows “XMT IN ZONES = NO.” Then press
MENUS.
Step 2:
Set Zone 2
Azimuth Range
ZONE 2= 000-000
NEXT ITEM
CHANGE
k. Press EXIT to exit the menu.
Step 3:
Set to “NO”
XMT IN ZONES= NO
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Configuration
section of the User’s Guide.
NEXT ITEM
CHANGE
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Test the System
14
Now that you have installed the system, you can
test the system to verify it is ready for customer
delivery. Follow the steps below to test the
system for proper operation.
Figure 44: Technician Testing the TracPhone V7 System
a. With the TracPhone system powered on,
restart the customer’s networked
computer(s).
b. Make sure the control unit display indicates
the system is “Online.”
c. If the customer has activated the TracPhone
system for mini-VSAT Broadband service,
verify that the system can access the Internet.
(Enter any common website address (URL)
into the browser.)
d. If the customer has activated the TracPhone
system for VoIP service, also verify that you
can place a VoIP call via the TracPhone
system. (Using any telephone connected to
the MTA, place a call to someone on a
terrestrial or cellular network and ask that
person to call you back at the customer’s
VoIP number.)
e. Even if the customer has not yet activated the
TracPhone system for mini-VSAT Broadband
service, you can still check the modem’s
communications to the land-based hub. Open
the web browser on any networked computer
and enter the corresponding web address for
the currently tracked satellite:
Figure 45: Hub Test Web Page
Satellite Tracked:
22°W (NSS7)
Use Web Address:
72°W (AMC6)
Verify that the hub’s test web page appears in
the browser (similar to the page shown in
Figure 45). Run the speed test on this page
several times and ensure it reports within
70% of advertised speeds, on average.
NOTE: KVH-certified dealers can find the latest
hub information on the KVH Partner Portal.
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f. Open the web browser on any wired (not
wireless) networked computer and enter the
following address to access the modem’s
system status web page: http://192.168.0.1
Figure 46: System Status Page Via Modem Web Interface
g. At the login window, enter the following user
name and password:
User name: KVH (all caps)
Password: None (leave blank)
h. At the system status web page, make sure
Signal Quality is at least 8 dB Eb/No (see
Figure 46).
NOTE: Refer to the User’s Guide for details about
the other status information that is available on
this web page.
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Educate the Customer
15
The installation process is complete! Before you
depart the vessel, give the Customer Welcome
Kit to the customer and explain how to use the
system. Also be sure the customer understands
the following:
Figure 47: Safe Distance to Avoid Risk of RF Radiation Exposure
80
80
Radiation
Hazard
Radiation
Hazard
•
The antenna transmits RF energy that is
potentially harmful. Whenever the system is
powered on, make sure everyone stays more
than 36 feet (11 meters) away from the
antenna within its 5-80° look angle (see
the antenna and anywhere below the
antenna’s mounting plane. Refer to the User’s
Guide for details.
Antenna
5
5
Figure 48: Example of Satellite Blockage
•
•
Keep the radome installed on the antenna at
all times. The radome protects the antenna’s
moving parts from wind, rain, and debris.
The antenna must have a clear view of the
sky to communicate via the satellite.
Common causes of blockage include trees,
buildings, bridges, and other onboard
equipment (see Figure 48).
•
•
•
Clean the antenna regularly. Dirt buildup on
the radome can affect communications.
Heavy rain or snow may also temporarily
interrupt communications.
TracVision
The vessel must be located within the
coverage area of the satellite. To view a
satellite coverage map, visit www.kvh.com/
You need to activate the system for mini-
VSAT Broadband service before you can start
using the system. Fill out the Activation Form
in the Customer Welcome Kit and fax it to
KVH at either of the following numbers:
North/South America, Australia:
+1 401 851-3823
Europe, Middle East, Asia:
+45 45 160 181
•
Refer to the User’s Guide for complete
operation instructions and troubleshooting
information.
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Appendices
This section provides a system wiring diagram and supplemental instructions for terminating
an LMR-400-75 cable.
Contents
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Wiring Diagram
A
Appendix
Antenna
Terminal Strip Connector
1
Note: Terminals #3
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11 12
and #8 are not used
MRx
MTx
Power
Data
Red
Black
White/Gray
Gray/White
White/Orange
Orange/White
White/Brown
Brown/White
White/Blue
Blue/White
Control Unit
Power
GP10
Serial
Service Module
Power
Power
SIM
Antenna On/Off Audio
Modem
J6
BUC PWR
J8
USER
ENET
J1
AC PWR
J3
Rx RF
J2
Tx RF
J5
CONSOLE
CAUTION
NO OPERATOR
SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE,
DO NOT OPEN
J7
ACU
ENET
MODEL:VMBR-1510 ArcLight
PART: 1234567 REV XXX
SERIAL: XX-XXXXXX
J4
ACU
CAGE CODE: 12345
Not Used
MTA
Analog
Phone
Power
Power
12V DC
RSTR
WAN
LAN
PHONE
2
PHONE
1
Router
Internet
1
2
3
4
Power
Reset
Laptop
PC
Power
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Terminating LMR-400-75 Cable
B
Appendix
These instructions explain how to terminate an
LMR-400-75 RF cable with an EZ-400-FMH-75
“F” connector using the tools from the
TK-400EZ-75 tool kit. For more detailed
instructions, refer to the Times Microwave
Figure 49: Cutting the Cable
a. Using the CCT-01 cutting tool, cut the cable
evenly (see Figure 49).
b. Since cutting the cable can deform the end,
gently round the end of the cable using a pair
of needle-nose pliers (see Figure 50). Also
make sure the center conductor is centered
within the cable.
Figure 50: Reshaping the Cable
c. Place the heat shrink sleeve and metal ferrule
onto the cable (see Figure 51).
d. Insert the end of the cable into the #1 end of
the ST-400EZ stripping tool (see Figure 52).
Then rotate the tool clockwise around the
cable until the tool turns easily. The end of
the cable should now be stripped to expose
the center conductor.
Figure 51: Placing the Heat Shrink Tubing and Ferrule
Figure 52: Stripping the End to Expose the Center Conductor
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e. Using a utility knife, carefully remove any
residual plastic from the center conductor, if
Figure 53: Removing Plastic Residue
f. Insert the end of the cable into the #2 end of
the ST-400EZ stripping tool (see Figure 54).
Then rotate the tool clockwise around the
cable until the tool turns easily. This removes
the cable jacket from the end of the cable,
exposing the braid and dielectric (see
g. Using the DBT-02 tool, deburr and chamfer
nicking the aluminum tape covering the
dielectric.
Figure 54: Stripping the Cable Jacket
Figure 55: Cable Stripped, Exposing Dielectric
Figure 56: Deburring the Center Conductor
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B
h. Gently flare the braid with your fingers (see
Figure 57: Flaring the Braid
i. Insert the end of the cable into the connector
body until the dielectric is firmly seated
all braid wires remain on the outside of the
connector.
necessary. The braid should assemble flush to
within 1/16" (1.6 mm) of the connector
shoulder.
k. Slide the ferrule over the braid until it is flush
against the connector shoulder (see
Figure 58: Pushing On the Connector
Figure 59: Trimming the Braid
Figure 60: Sliding the Ferrule Over the Braid
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l. Using an appropriate crimp tool (either the
CT-400/300 or the HX-4 with Y1719 dies),
crimp the ferrule in place (see Figure 61).
Crimp as close to the connector body as
possible.
Figure 61: Crimping the Ferrule onto the Cable
m. Crimp the ferrule again, but further back
from the connector. However, be careful not
to crimp the cable jacket.
n. Slide the heat shrink sleeve over the
connector body and heat it to compress it into
heat shrink should extend from the rear of the
connector to the cable jacket. This forms a
weather-tight seal.
o. Using a multimeter or similar device, check
the continuity of the cable.
Figure 62: Applying the Heat Shrink Tubing
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KVH Industries, Inc.
KVH Europe A/S
Kokkedal Industripark 2B 2980 Kokkedal Denmark
Phone: +45 45 160 180 Fax: +45 45 160 181
50 Enterprise Center Middletown, RI 02842-5279 U.S.A.
Phone: +1 401 847-3327 Fax: +1 401 849-0045
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