TracVision A7 Installation Guide TracVision A7 Installation Guide ­ ADDENDUM TracVision A7 Installation Guide Addendum ECO #7719 The following information applies to Revision A of the TracVision A7 Installation Guide (KVH Part Number 54-0350). Mounting the Antenna - Roof Mount Kit The parts and procedure for mounting the TracVision A7 directly to the roof have changed. This addendum explains this different procedure. 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. 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. Positioning an Antenna Bracket Onto a Mounting Block Bracket Mounting Block 54-0350 Addendum to Rev. A 1 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. 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 TracVision A7 Installation Guide ­ ADDENDUM c. Place a rubber spacer onto the end of each rubber mounting block. Adding a Rubber Spacer to the Mounting Block (If Needed) Bracket Plastic Spacer Rubber Spacer Mounting Block 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 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. 54-0350 Addendum to Rev. A 3 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 b. Screw the bolt into a jack nut. Screwing the Bolt into a Jack Nut Jack Nut 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. c. Apply silicone sealant or RTV along the edges of the mounting hole in the roof. d. Insert the jack nut into the mounting hole. 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. 4 TracVision A7 Installation Guide ­ ADDENDUM f. Loosen and remove the bolt, leaving the jack nut secured to the roof. Jack Nut Secured to Roof 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. 9. At each mounting hole, insert a /4"-20 x 3 /2" hex socket screw through the antenna bracket and mounting block and into the jack nut. Tighten to secure in place. 1 1 Securing the Antenna to the Roof Cover Flat-head Screws WARNING The 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. Bracket Mounting Block Jack Nuts 54-0350 Addendum to Rev. A 5 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 6 Welcome Page TracVision A7 Installation Guide The TracVision A7 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 A7 system. Complete instructions on how to use the system are provided in the User's Guide and Quick Start Guide. KVH Part # 54-0350 Rev. A © 2006, KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. TracVision A7 Installation Guide Trademarks KVH and TracVision are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. Programming, pricing, terms, and conditions are subject to change. Pricing residential. Taxes not included. Receipt of DIRECTV programming is subject to the DIRECTV Customer Agreement, a copy of which is provided at DIRECTV.com/legal and in your first bill. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, DIRECTV INTERACTIVE, TOTAL CHOICE, DIRECTV HOME SERVICES, FREEVIEW, and DIRECT TICKET are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. 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. 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. ENERGYSTAR Information ­ ENERGYSTAR and the ENERGYSTAR certification mark are registered U.S. marks. TiVo is a registered trademark of TiVo Inc., or its subsidiaries. Software contained in the TracVision receiver and referenced in this manual is copyright ©1995-2006 by DIRECTV, Inc. 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. Patent Protection TracVision A7 is protected by EU Design #000050877-0001; US patents D493,164; 6,856,300; 6,967,619; and 6,977,614. Other patents pending. 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. 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 area­check 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. ii 54-0350 Important Safety Instructions 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 Avoid Driver Distraction It is dangerous to watch television or operate the remote control while WARNING! you are driving a vehicle. The TracVision A7 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 A7 to pay full attention to traffic and road conditions could result in an accident or collision with personal injury or death resulting. 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. Do not open the receiver's cover. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltage. CAUTION 54-0350 iii TracVision A7 Installation Guide Technical Support If you need technical assistance when installing the TracVision A7, please call KVH Technical Support: Send Us Your Comments About This Manual If you have any comments regarding this manual, please e-mail them to manuals@kvh.com. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! Phone: 1-401-847-3327 E-mail: techs@kvh.com Activation Department Once the TracVision A7 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) iv Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.3 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.4 Inspect Parts and Get Tools . . . . . . . .1.6 Prepare the Activation Card . . . . . . . .1.7 3 Installing the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.1 3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 Choose the Receiver Location . . . . . .3.3 Wire the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.3 Mount the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.10 Install Batteries in the Remote . . . . .3.10 2 Installing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.1 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 Remove the Shipping Restraints . . . . .2.3 Mount the Antenna Rack Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.4 Mount the Antenna Roof Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.8 Mount the Antenna Hummer Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.12 Connect the Antenna Cable . . . . . . .2.16 4 Completing the Installation . . . . . . . . .4.1 4-1 4-2 4-3 Post-installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . .4.3 Test the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.5 Educate the Customer . . . . . . . . . . . .4.7 Appendices A System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.3 54-0350 v Getting Started 1 Getting Started This section provides a basic overview of this manual and the TracVision A7 system. It also lists the items you will need to complete the installation. Contents 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.3 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.4 Inspect Parts and Get Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.6 Prepare the Activation Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.7 54-0 ...