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1.2 System Overview
A complete satellite TV system includes the TracVision R5/R4
connected to a receiver and a television set. The optional TV/SAT
Switch allows you to select a satellite at the pr
ess of a button. A
desktop or laptop computer is used to
configure the system and
conduct diagnostics. The complete system is illustrated in
Figure 1-1.
System specifications are provided in
Appendix A .
1-2
A Guide to TracVision R5/R4
11-16 Volts DC
2.5-3.5 Amps
Satellite Receiver 1
RF2
Options Purchased Separately
TV 1
Data/Power
Vehicle
Power
Switchplate
PC Maintenance
Satellite Receiver 2TV 2 Laptop PC
TracVision Antenna
RF1
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Radome
Second TV
and receiver
option only
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U.S.-style,
dual output
LNB.
TV/SAT Switch
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TracVision R5/R4 System
Configuration
If you are a DISH 500 customer or
you have 3 or more receivers, you
can order the optional TV/SAT
Switch – free of charge. Simply fill
out the order form located at the
back of this manual and fax it to
KVH at +1 401 845-8190.
Astra 1 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Astra 2N ✓ ✓
Astra 2S ✓ ✓
Hispasat
Hotbird ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Sirius ✓ ✓ ✓
Thor ✓
Astra 1 Astra 2N Astra 2S Hispasat Hotbird Sirius Thor
T
able 1-2
Available European Satellite Pairs
(European LNB Required)