KVH Tracvision TV6 Satellite For North America

Combine Big Performance with Compact Size
With 30% greater reception than other 45 cm (18-inch) systems, you?ll enjoy satellite TV reception where few others can provide it. TracVision TV5 offers outstanding high performance tracking and reception, as well as compatibility with DIRECTV(R) U.S., DIRECTV Latin America, DISH Network(R), Bell TV, and circular and linear Ku-band services worldwide. This rugged system is ideal for sportfishing boats or boats venturing offshore or to the islands.

Sophisticated Technology that?s Simple to Use
With advanced technology from KVH, the leader in marine satellite television, the TracVision TV5 provides fast satellite acquisition no matter what the sea conditions, and stays locked on ensuring excellent performance. For ease of use, KVH integrated simplicity into its sophisticated technology:

TracVision TV-Hub, a streamlined IP-enabled antenna control unit, enables automatic satellite switching

User-friendly interface provides a wizard for easy installation and setup as well as system information at your fingertips from any smartphone, tablet, smart TV, or computer

Highlights

45 cm (18-inch) diameter antenna features proprietary RingFireTM technology for stronger signals, wider geographic coverage, and better reception

Supports DIRECTV U.S., DIRECTV Latin America, DISH Network, Bell TV, and circular and linear Ku-band services worldwide

Supports multiple receiver installations

Low elevation angle for better tracking in northern latitudes

Linear Universal Quad LNB configuration offers optional built-in GPS and autoskew

Tri-Americas LNB option for seamless TV throughout the Americas

Sleek IP-enabled TracVision TV-Hub delivers easy setup and operation, and easy user interface for system information from any smartphone, tablet, smart TV, or computer

HDTV compatible (Ku-band services only)

Integrated Single Wire Multiswitch (SWM-8) built into below decks TV-Hub supports up to 8 DIRECTV receivers

Single coaxial cable for power, data, and video enables easy installations and retrofits

DVB-S2 compatible

Advanced inertial-based stabilized search for fast satellite acquisition

High performance tracking with advanced algorithms for crystal-clear television picture in heavy seas

Built-in worldwide satellite library

IP AutoSwitch option for multiple receiver installations ? for simple auto-switching on Dish Pro and DiSEqC-compatible services

World-class warranty coverage and support

Exclusive Technology TracVision TV-Hub
The innovative TracVision TV-Hub integrates the advanced functionality of the TV-series system into one streamlined unit:

IP-enabled antenna control unit with Ethernet connection and built-in Wi-Fi interface allows access to system information from any Wi-Fi device

Automatic satellite switching makes it easy to access all programming and local channels wherever you travel, and with whatever service you use

Built-in SWM-compatible technology supports DIRECTV programming

Built-in DISH Pro output supports DISH Network and Bell TV service

Built-in DiSEqC protocol supports linear TV services around the world

Two output ports provide the flexibility to use legacy receivers and expand SWM capability

Status indicators quickly convey information about antenna function and power

10-30 VDC input provides power to the TV-Hub, which in turn provides power to the antenna

NMEA 0183/2000 input for heading and GPS enable fastest satellite acquisition

RingFire Technology
KVH?s proprietary RingFire technology is a remarkable breakthrough in antenna design, fusing precisely shaped, tuned parabolic dish antennas with custom-designed, dual-mode feed tubes and uniquely modified LNBs. RingFire technology provides unmatched illumination of the reflector resulting in signal strengths comparable to competitors? larger antennas. This means that with TracVision, you'll enjoy wider geographic coverage and better reception than with competing antennas, even in extreme weather. Specifications Satellite Coverage Regions 1 Worldwide2 Compatible Satellite TV Services Most Ku-band regional services worldwide2 Antenna Dish Diameter 45 cm (18 in) Antenna Unit Diameter x Height/Weight

48.8 cm x 53.2 cm (19.2 in x 20.9 in) /13.6 kg (30 lbs)

Minimum EIRP4 48 dBW (Ku-band) HDTV Compatible

(requires a compatible HD receiver, HD-ready television, and subscription)Yes (Ku-band services)

Skew Control

Manual or Automatic

LNB Options (polarization/output) Linear Universal Quad
DIRECTV L.A. Circular
Circular
Tri-Americas Circular12 Tracking Technology High-Performance (HP) tracking User Interface TV-Hub web interface Tri-Americas LNB Compatible Yes Elevation/Azimuth Range +0 deg to +80 deg/720 deg System Power 10-30 VDC
53 watts nominal Cabling

1 Power/RF cable: RG6 15 m (50 feet) (single cable) included6

Antenna Operating Temperature -25 degC to +55 degC
(-13 degF to +131 degF) Antenna Survival Temperature -25 degC to +70 degC
(-13 degF to +158 degF) Warranty7 2 Years Parts, 1 Year Labor North American System Configuration KVH Part Number Circular: 01-0364-07
Tri-Americas Circular: 01-0364-06 EMEA/Asia8, Brazil9, and Sky Mexico System Configuration KVH Part Number10 Linear Universal Quad Autoskew: 01-0364-34
Linear Universal Quad Manual: 01-0364-04 Latin American System Configuration KVH Part Number10 DIRECTV L.A. Circular: 01-0364-03 Tri-Americas LNB Upgrade Kit Part Number10 72-0339

1 For details, visit www.kvh.com/footprint.
2 Requires region-specific receiver and service.
4 Please note that all circular Ka-/Ku-/Ka-band Minimum EIRP values are average approximate figures that may vary according to actual transponder frequency and location.
5 Single receiver system.
6 Some system configurations require additional RF cables
7 Unless subject to in-country regulations.
8 Some services in Asia require unique circular LNBs to work; contact KVH for more information.
9 Sky Brazil service.
10 Optional system configuration ? contact KVH for details and pricing.
11 Limited coverage regions in Europe; visit www.kvh.com/footprint for details
12 Tri-Americas Circular is a dual-band LNB for both DIRECTV L.A. and DIRECTV U.S. services.

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