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KVH’s Complete mini-VSAT Broadband
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System
KVH, TracPhone, and the unique light-colored dome with contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc.
All other trademarks are property of their respective companies. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. © 2007 KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. 54-0464 Rev. C
These instructions explain how to install the TracPhone V7 mini-VSAT Broadband satellite
communications system. Instructions on how to use the system are provided in the User’s Guide.
Installation Steps
CAUTION - RF Radiation Hazard
Who Should Install the System?
To ensure a safe and effective installation, only a KVH-certified technician should install the
TracPhone system. KVH-certified technicians have the tools and electronics expertise necessary
to install the system. To find a technician near you, visit www.kvh.com/wheretogetservice.
Technical Support
1. Inspect Parts and Get Tools... 3
2. Plan the Antenna Installation... 4
3. Plan the Belowdecks Installation... 5
4. Prepare the Belowdecks Units... 6
5. Prepare the Antenna Site... 9
6. Remove the Restraints... 10
7. Wire the Antenna... 11
8. Mount the Antenna... 12
9. Wire the Belowdecks Units... 13
10. Connect Power... 15
11. Configure the Computer(s)... 16
12. Turn On the System... 19
13. Set Up RF Hazard Zones (Optional)... 20
14. Test the System... 21
15. Educate the Customer... 23
The antenna transmits radio frequency (RF)
energy that is potentially harmful.
Whenever the system is powered on, make
sure everyone stays more than 36 feet
(11 m) away from the antenna within its
5-80° elevation range. No hazard exists
directly above the antenna and anywhere
below the antenna’s mounting plane.
North/South America, Australia:
Phone: +1 401 847-3327
E-mail: techs@kvh.com
Europe, Middle East, Asia:
Phone: +45 45 160 180
E-mail: support@kvh.dk
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