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TracVision C3

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The economical and easy to install TracVision C3 is a low-profile marine satellite TV system with integrated DVB technology. Ideal for small commercial vessels like tugboats, it offers in-motion reception of satellite TV from a range of North American and European services. Whether your vessel is at the dock, at anchor, or on the move, TracVision C3 will bring you hundreds of channels of uninterrupted, crystal-clear digital entertainment with CD-quality sound.

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Options & Accessories

Systems

01-0225-20 : TracVision C3; low profile; Linear Single-output LNB

01-0225-23 : TracVision C3; low profile; Circular Dual-output LNB

Receivers

19-0503 : DIRECTV D12 Standard Definition Receiver w/IR Remote Control (110 VAC)

Accessories

19-0335 : Replacement RF Remote for 12V Mobile Standard Definition Receiver for DIRECTV

19-0347 : Destacker; Single Output

19-0366 : Splitter

19-0410 : Dual Destacker; Dual-output

19-0573 : Active 5x8 Multiswitch w/Power Supply

72-0310 : Active 2x4 Multiswitch with KVH Power Supply

Specifications

Description

The low-cost, low-profile satellite TV solution.
For vessels 30+ ft.

Antenna Dish Diameter

18" (45 cm) equivalent

Radome Diameter x Height

32" x 14.5"
(81 cm x 37 cm)

Minimum EIRP

50 dBW (Ku-band)¹

Compatible Satellite TV Services

Most Ku-band regional services worldwide²

Skew Control

Manual

LNB Options (polarization/output)

Circular Dual
Linear Single

Tracking Technology

Coastal tracking

User Interface

Switchplate

GyroTrac (Tuna Tower) Upgrade Available

Tri-Americas LNB Compatible

HDTV Compatible

Yes
(Ku-band services)⁷

Power

15-16 VDC
2.5 amps nominal
3.5 amps peak

Elevation Range / Azimuth Range

+15° to +75° / 720°

Cabling

Power/Data:
28' (8.5 m) - Single Cables
RF:
50' (15 m) - RG6 Coaxial

Antenna Weight

33 lbs (15 kg)

Antenna Operating Temperature

-13°F to +130°F
(-25°C to +55°C)

Antenna Storage Temperature

-40°F to +185°F
(-40°C to +85°C)

Matching TracPhone Antenna Available

No⁸

Warranty

2 Years Parts
1 Year Labor¹⁰

¹ Please note that all Minimum EIRP values are average approximate figures that may vary according to actual transponder frequency and location.
² Coverage areas vary by antenna size. Interface box/controller varies by region. For complete regional coverge capabilities, visit the TracVision Satellite Coverage page.
³ Requires Tri-Americas LNB, visit the Tri-Americas page for details.
⁴ See the TracVision M7SK for a product with linear LNB and automatic skew.
⁵ TracVision M1-C (Canadian Bell TV version) available; see your dealer for details.
⁶ Optional system configuration - contact KVH for details and pricing.
⁷ Requires a compatible HD receiver, HD-ready television, and subscription. Additional accessories may be required for some configurations. For details, visit the HDTV page.
⁸ All KVH antenna products with their distinctive gray bases are designed to match each other, no matter what size.
⁹ Identically sized TracPhone products available.
¹⁰ Unless subject to in-country regulations.

Brochures & Datasheets

Document	File Info
Commercial Marine Satellite TV Selector - U.S. format	1.3 MB / 4 pg
Satellite Solutions for Commercial Marine Applications Brochure - U.S. format	1.7 MB / 12 pg
TracVision C3 Commercial Datasheet - U.S. format	323 KB / 2 pg

Manuals

Document	File Info
Installation Guide - TracVision C3	2.5 MB / 24 pg
KVH Limited Warranty	32 KB / 1 pg
User's Guide - TracVision C3, R5 & R4 - Circular Version - For Antenna S/N 080302322 - Present	2 MB / 5 pg

Additional Documents, Lists & Forms

Application Notes	File Info

Adding DVR Service to DISH Network ViP 211/ViP 211k Receivers with an External Hard Drive - U.S. format	98 K / 1 pg

Forms	File Info
DIRECTV Promotional System Activation & Annual Programming Agreement Form - U.S. format	404 KB / 1 pg
DISH Network Promotional HDTV Receiver Service Activation Form - U.S. format	43 KB / 2 pg

Promotions	File Info
KVH's "More TV, Less Dome" Trade-in Promotion for the TracVision M1	307 KB / 2 pg

White Papers	File Info
Get the Scoop: DISH Network and HDTV On the Go - U.S. format	172 KB / 1 pg

FAQ

Do I need a TV/SAT Switch with my TracVision antenna?

Due to expanding channel lineups, satellite TV services such as DISH 500, DISH TurboHD, ExpressVu, and some DIRECTV packages broadcast programming from two or more satellites. All new KVH TracVision satellite TV systems are fully capable of switching automatically among two or three satellites simply by changing the channel using the remote control when one or two receivers are installed.

However, TracVision owners who subscribe to a two-satellite package AND have a TracVision installation that includes three or more receivers will require KVH's simple one-button TV/SAT Switch to support the satellite switching process. This is due to the use of an active multiswitch in the installation, which blocks the signals from the remote control and receiver from reaching the TracVision antenna.

Current TracVision systems that will require a TV/SAT Switch in this circumstance include:

Marine TracVision: C3, M5 (switchplate option), M7 (switchplate option)
Land Mobile: TracVision R4SL, R5SL, R4, R5

Note: The TV/SAT Switch is not compatible with three-satellite services, including DISH Network's DISH TurboHD.

To order a TV/SAT Switch, contact either your local TracVision dealer or the KVH sales department at 888-584-4163 to request part #01-0245.

Do I need more than one TracVision antenna if I have multiple screens/TVs on my vehicle or boat?

No. All TracVision antennas can support multiple video screens and multiple receivers so each TV screen can show a different channel.

Do TracVision antennas support more than one video/TV screen?

Yes, a single TracVision antenna can support multiple video screens. As with satellite TV in your house, if you have a single receiver, all of the TV screens will show the same programming. However, if you install multiple receivers, each video screen can watch a different channel simultaneously. All TracVision antennas support both configurations, however, some models require additional hardware.

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How can I get a User's Guide, Owner's Manual, or Technical Manual for a KVH product?

A wide range of technical documentation, including user's guides, installation information, and technical manuals, can be found on every KVH product's individual web page.

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Please note – you will need to log in with a free user account to access and download some documentation.

If you can't find the manual you need either on our web site or in the FAQ database, send us an e-mail at manuals@kvh.com and let us know which manual you need.

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Highlights

Perfect blend of value and performance in a low-profile, 14.5" (37 cm) high dome and using the equivalent of an 18" (46 cm) antenna
Self-contained with connectorized cables for easy installation
Compatible with popular Ku-band HDTV¹ and standard-definition satellite TV programming around the globe
Preloaded satellite library of popular North American and European services, including DIRECTV², DISH Network², Bell TV, Astra, Hotbird, and Thor; compatible with high-powered DVB satellite TV services throughout North America and Europe³
Fully automatic satellite acquisition
Supports automatic satellite switching from your remote control (a KVH exclusive) and multiple TVs and receivers so everyone onboard can enjoy the TV programs they want⁴
World-class warranty coverage and support

¹ Requires a compatible HD receiver and HD-ready television. Additional accessories may be required for some configurations. For details, visit www.kvh.com/hdtv.
² Satellite TV customers who are subscribing to services using two or more satellites (DISH TurboHD, DISH 500, Bell TV, some DIRECTV programming) AND have installations using three or more receivers need to use KVH's exclusive Master Receiver Selector.
³ May require region-specific LNB and receiver.
⁴ Ku-band satellite services only. Coverage areas vary by antenna size. For complete region coverage capabilities, visit the TracVision Satellite Coverage page. DISH Network HDTV services are not compatible at this time.

Featured Options

Master Receiver Selector
KVH’s Master Receiver Selector is an exclusive, enhanced multiswitch for TracVision systems equipped with circular LNBs. It offers support for installations with multiple receivers and TVs, along with the convenience of choosing which receiver will be the “master” capable of switching satellites. For North American users, the Master Receiver Selector offers full support for DISH Network’s TurboHD programming broadcast by the 129°W satellite, making it a “must-have” accessory if you plan to enjoy DISH Network’s TurboHD programming in the western half of the United States.
Complementary Systems
Check out KVH’s TracPhone Inmarsat FleetBroadband communications systems designed to match your TracVision while providing powerful broadband services.

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