KVH: TracVision TV6

High Performance Satellite TV for Merchant Vessels Worldwide
Vessels with work assignments that take them to international ports of call need a reliable, high performance, satellite TV antenna system so crew members can count on their favorite television programming during their off-duty hours. The powerful, stabilized 60 cm (24-inch) diameter TracVision TV6 antenna supports DIRECTV® U.S., DIRECTV Latin America, DISH Network®, Bell TV, and circular and linear Ku-band services worldwide.

Advanced New System from Technology Leader KVH
Featuring innovative technology, TracVision TV6 includes an IP-enabled belowdecks unit and web interface for system information from any Wi-Fi device, plus superior antenna performance:

  • High performance tracking with advanced algorithms for crystal-clear television picture in heavy seas
  • Advanced inertial-based stabilized search for fast satellite acquisition
  • RingFire™ technology for stronger signals, wider geographic coverage, and better reception

For reliability, durability, and quality, the new TracVision TV6 is a top choice from KVH, the leader in marine satellite television for 20 years.

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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 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 a Wi-Fi enabled device
  • 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

Description
A 60 cm (24-inch) antenna provides an extended coverage area that is perfectly suited for vessels heading offshore for short or long voyages

Satellite Coverage Regions 1
Worldwide2

Compatible Satellite TV Services
Most Ku-band services worldwide including DIRECTV, DISH Network & Bell TV in North America2

Antenna Dish Diameter
60 cm (24″)

Antenna Unit Diameter x Height/Weight
66.6 cm x 69.9 cm (26.2″ x 27.4″) /
24.2 kg (53.4 lbs)

DVB-S2 Compatible
Yes

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 Types Available (polarization/output)
Linear Universal Quad
DIRECTV L.A. Circular
Circular
Tri-Americas Circular13

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
(Consult price list for alternative cabling options)
1 Power/RF cable: RG6 30 m (100′) (single cable) included7

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)

Warranty8
2 Years Parts, 1 Year Labor

North American System Configuration KVH Part Number
Circular:
01-0369-07
Tri-Americas Circular:
01-0369-06

EMEA/Asia9, Brazil10 System Configuration KVH Part Number11
Linear Universal Quad Autoskew: 01-0369-02

Latin American System Configuration KVH Part Number11
DIRECTV L.A. Circular:
01-0369-03

SKY Mexico System Configuration KVH Part Number11
Linear Universal Quad Autoskew: 01-0369-02

Tri-Americas LNB Upgrade Kit Part Number11
72-0339

MSRP (North American Configuration)
Circular Dual: $8,495
Tri-Americas: $9,995