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KVH Industries TracPhone V3-HTS User Manual

KVH Industries TracPhone V3-HTS
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KVH Industries, Inc.
Installation Guide
TracPhone
®
V3HTS
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KVH Industries TracPhone V3-HTS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency BandKu-band
Stabilization3-axis stabilized
Wind SurvivalUp to 100 knots
Operational Wind SpeedUp to 50 knots
Operating Temperature-25°C to +55°C
Humidity95% non-condensing
TypeMaritime VSAT Antenna
TrackingAutomatic satellite tracking
CompatibilityCompatible with all major service providers

Summary

Inspect Parts and Get Tools

Plan the Antenna Installation

Choose a Suitable Location

Select an optimal position for the antenna, considering vessel centerline, temperature, and potential interference.

Meet Mounting Structure Guidelines

Ensure the mounting surface is flat, level, and strong enough to support the antenna and withstand operational forces.

Meet Pedestal Structure Requirements

Specifies minimum requirements for pedestal height, tube diameter, and brace dimensions if a pedestal is used.

Plan the ICM Installation

Mount the ICM

Option 1: Rack Mount

Instructions for securing the ICM unit within a standard 19-inch equipment rack.

Option 2: Horizontal Surface Mount

Steps for mounting the ICM unit directly onto a horizontal surface.

Prepare the Antenna Site

Remove the Shipping Restraints

Prepare the Antenna Cables

Prepare Customer RF Cables

Guidelines for preparing and terminating the 75Ω RF coax cables, including cable types and connectors.

Route Cables Belowdecks

Instructions for routing the prepared RF and power/data cables from the antenna location to the ICM.

Wire the Antenna

Mount the Antenna

Wire the ICM

Connect ICM Jumper Cables

Connects the ICM to itself using an Ethernet jumper cable for communication.

Attach Wi-Fi Antennas

Connects the two supplied Wi-Fi antennas to the rear panel of the ICM unit.

Connect Antenna Power/Data Cable

Details wiring the power and data cable from the antenna to the ICM's terminal strip.

Connect NMEA 0183 Talker

Connects a vessel heading input device to the ICM for system operation.

Connect RF Cables

Connects the RF coax cables from the antenna to the ICM's transmit and receive jacks.

Connect Power

AC Power Requirements

Outlines the necessary AC power specifications, including voltage and wiring configurations.

Grounding Requirements

Emphasizes the critical importance of proper system grounding for safety and equipment protection.

Turn On the System

Update the System Software

Check Current Software Version

Guides users on how to verify the installed ICM/Antenna software version via the web interface.

Update Software If Necessary

Provides steps to upload and install newer software versions using the web interface.

Customize the Web Interface

Set Administrator Password

Instructions to change the default administrator login password for system security.

Enter Vessel Name

Details how to set a custom name for the vessel, displayed on the home page and in communications.

Assign Phone Line Names

Steps to assign names to phone lines, such as 'Bridge' or 'Not Used,' for clarity.

Set Up No-Transmit Zones

Set Up Tracking Avoidance Zones

Commission the Modem

Initiate Commissioning and Set Location

Guides through starting the commissioning process, entering location, and satellite parameters.

Calibrate and Adjust Modem Power

Details setting modulation, adjusting transmit power, and entering P1dB values for final calibration.

Test the System

Configure the Network

Standard Configuration

Sets up unrestricted high-speed Internet access via Ethernet ports and Wi-Fi.

Static IP Configuration

Configures static IP addresses for devices, reserving port 4 for optional KVH services.

Access Control Configuration

Implements user logins, passwords, and data allocations for restricted network access.

ICM Wireless Settings

Enables and configures the ICM's built-in Wi-Fi access point for vessel network connectivity.

Connect Voice Line Equipment

Connect Vessel Phone

Details connecting an analog phone or PABX to the ICM's designated voice line port.

Educate the Customer

Provide Welcome Kit and Key Information

Instructs the installer to provide the customer with the Welcome Kit and explain system operation and safety.

For More Information

Directs users to the web interface's Support page for additional help and documentation.

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