Enjoy Your Favorite Television Programming - Everywhere You Cruise
With its IP-enabled TV-Hub, user-friendly interface, and single-cable installation, TracVision TV6 makes it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite television programming no matter where your seagoing adventures take you. This 60 cm (24-inch) marine satellite television antenna not only provides access to satellite television services worldwide, it supports multiple receivers so everyone onboard can watch what they want. Designed for an extended coverage area, this DVB-S2 compatible system is perfectly suited for boats heading offshore for short or long voyages.
Advanced Technology from the Leader in Marine Satellite TV
KVH, the leader in marine satellite television for 20 years, has integrated the latest advancements into the TracVision TV6, a versatile system that supports DIRECTV® U.S., DIRECTV Latin America, DISH Network®, Bell TV, and circular and linear Ku-band services worldwide:
- TracVision TV-Hub, a sleek IP-enabled belowdecks unit with easy user interface that provides system information from any Wi-Fi mobile device or computer
- Exclusive RingFire? antenna technology for stronger signals, wider geographic coverage, and better reception
- Advanced inertial-based stabilized search for fast satellite acquisition
- High performance tracking with advanced algorithms for crystal-clear television picture in heavy seas
Highlights
- Ultra high-efficiency, 60 cm (24-inch) diameter antenna features proprietary RingFire 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
- Linear Universal Quad LNB configuration offers 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 belowdecks 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 60 cm (24")
Antenna Unit Diameter x Height/Weight 66.6 cm x 69.9 cm (26.2" x 27.4") /
24.9 kg (55 lbs)
Minimum EIRP4 46 dBW (Ku-band)
HDTV Compatible (requires a compatible HD receiver, HD-ready television, and subscription) Yes (Ku-band services)
Skew Control 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 +10° to +80°/720°
System Power 10-30 VDC
53 watts nominal
Cabling 1 Power/RF cable: RG6 15 m (50') (single cable) included6
Antenna Operating Temperature -25°C to +55°C
(-13°F to +131°F)
Antenna Survival Temperature -25°C to +70°C
(-13°F to +158°F)
Warranty7 2 Years Parts, 1 Year Labor
North American System Configuration KVH Part Number Circular:
01-0369-07
Tri-Americas Circular:
01-0369-06
EMEA/Asia8, Brazil9, and Sky Mexico System Configuration KVH Part Number10 Linear Universal Quad Autoskew: 01-0369-02
Latin American System Configuration KVH Part Number10 DIRECTV L.A. Circular: 01-0369-03
Tri-Americas LNB Upgrade Kit Part Number10 72-0339
1 For details, visit www.kvh.com/footprint.
2 Requires region-specific receiver and service.
3 N. America DIRECTV only; DIRECTV receiver included.
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.
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.
