TracVision M3DX

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Choose the compact, HDTV-ready TracVision M3DX and enjoy your favorite satellite TV programs whether you’re at the dock or on the move. Perfect for boats as small at 30 feet, the TracVision M3DX is the ultimate marine entertainment system for boaters on the go.

Stay entertained with popular North American, European, and other satellite services worldwide. Plus, you’ll never have to compromise on reception or quality because the TracVision M3DX offers the highest signal strength available along with KVH’s high-efficiency 14.5" (37 cm) diameter antenna and RingFire™ technology for reception and coverage previously only available in 18" (45 cm) diameter systems!


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Options & Accessories

Systems

01-0279-02 : TracVision M3DX w/12V Multi-service Interface Box/Controller w/LCD; Linear Single-output LNB

01-0279-04 : TracVision M3DX w/12V Multi-service Interface Box/Controller with LCD; Circular Dual-output LNB

01-0279-05 : TracVision M3DX w/12V Multi-service Interface Box/Controller w/LCD; includes SKY Mexico Conversion KIt


Receivers

02-1712-0129 : DISH Network 211K HD Receiver with IR Remote Control; Preconfigured for Satellites 110, 119, 129

02-1712-61 : DISH Network 211K HD Receiver with IR Remote Control; Preconfigured for


19-0518 :
DISH 211K HD Receiver w/IR Remote Control


Accessories

19-0347 : Destacker; Single Output

19-0366 : Splitter

19-0410 : Dual Destacker; Dual-output

19-0571 : RF Remote Control Kit for DISH Network 211/211K Receivers

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


72-0206-01 :
Kit Pack AC/DC Converter

72-0233 : TracVision M3DX Circular to Linear LNB Conversion Kit; includes linear Multi-service Interface Box/Controller

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

72-0412 : Master Receiver Selector (MRS) for DIRECTV or DISH Network

Specifications

Description
The compact Ku-band HD solution. Small, simple & powerful!
For boats 30+ ft.
Antenna Dish Diameter

14.5" (37 cm)

Radome Diameter x Height
15.5" x 17.5"
(39 cm x 44 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

Open water tracking

User Interface

Multi-service Interface Box/Controller

GyroTrac (Tuna Tower) Upgrade Available

No

Tri-Americas LNB Compatible

No

HDTV Compatible
Yes
(Ku-band services)5
Antenna Unit Power
10-16 VDC
2.5 amps nominal
4 amps peak
Elevation/Azimuth Range

+10° to +80° / Continuous

Cabling
Power/RF:
50' (15 m) RG6 Coaxial - Single Cable
Antenna Weight

19 lbs (8.6 kg)

Antenna Temperature (operational)
-13°F to +130°F
(-25°C to +55°C)
Antenna Temperature (survival)
-40°F to +185°F
(-40°C to +85°C)
Matching TracPhone Unit
No6
Warranty
2 Years Parts
1 Year Labor8

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 coverage capabilities, visit the TracVision Satellite Coverage page.
3 Requires Tri-Americas LNB, visit the Tri-Americas page for details.
4 Optional system configuration - contact KVH for details and pricing.
5 Requires a compatible HD receiver, HD-ready television, and subscription. Additional accessories may be required for some configurations. For details, visit the HDTV page.
6 All KVH antenna products with their distinctive gray bases are designed to match each other, no matter what size.
7 Identically sized TracPhone products available.
8 Unless subject to in-country regulations.

Manuals

Document File Info
CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS - TracVision M3DX - Special Conversion System PDF file 3 MB / 16 pg
INSTALLATION GUIDE - TracVision M3 & M2 - Linear Configuration - DX Version (European) PDF file 2.7 MB / 17 pg
INSTALLATION GUIDE - TracVision M3DX - Circular Configuration - For Antenna S/N 080402491 - Present PDF file 2.8 MB / 19 pg
QUICK START GUIDE - TracVision M3DX - DX Version (European) PDF file 556 KB / 2 pg
USER'S GUIDE - TracVision M3 & M2 - Linear Configuration - DX Version (European) PDF file 4.4 MB / 65 pg
USER'S GUIDE - TracVision M3DX - Circular Configuration - For Antenna S/N 080402491 - Present PDF file 2.6 MB / 55 pg

Additional Documents, Forms & Pricing

FAQ

A:

Please refer to the TracVision quick start guide or installation manual for details on Bell TV receivers that KVH has tested and approved.

A:
Empty domes are available should you wish to have a matching dome installation on your boat. Also, KVH's TracPhone domes are identical to their TracVision counterparts, enabling you to have a balanced, dual-dome installation that offers satellite TV and satellite communications. Click here to find a KVH dealer near you for information and pricing.
A:
No. All TracVision antennas can support multiple video screens and multiple receivers so each TV screen can show a different channel.
A:
With the TracVision M3DX and the M1DX/M1-C you can indeed enjoy HDTV from DISH Network's TurboHD programming and Bell TV in Canada. The TracVision M3ST and M1 are a standard-definition DIRECTV-only system.
A:
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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Highlights

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  • Unsurpassed dynamic tracking with superior open water coverage as far as 100 to 200 miles offshore
  • Circular and linear configurations for complete compatibility with popular Ku-band HDTV and standard-definition satellite TV programming around the globe1
  • 12V multi-service interface box/controller supports virtually all home receivers and high-powered regional services2
  • Fully automatic satellite acquisition
  • Ultra-quiet Whisper Drive™ motor technology for quiet operation anywhere on the boat
  • No cable wrap for uninterrupted entertainment
  • Single-cable design enables easy installation
  • Automatic satellite switching from your remote control (a KVH exclusive)
  • Supports multiple TVs and receivers so everyone onboard can enjoy the TV programs they want3
  • 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 Linear version of M3DX requires linear multi-service interface box/controller and LNB.
3 M3DX with linear LNB is a single receiver system.

Featured Options

  • Master Receiver Selector
    KVH’s 
    Master Receiver Selector is an exclusive, enhanced multiswitch for TracVision systems. It supports installations with multiple DIRECTV, DISH Network, or Bell TV receivers and TVs, allows you to choose which receiver will be the “master” capable of switching satellites, and offers full support for DISH Network’s TurboHD programming broadcast by the 129°W satellite. 
  • TracVision M3ST
    North American Customers - Just looking for an easy in-motion DIRECTV system with everything you need in one box? Check out the TracVision M3ST.
  • Complementary System
    The revolutionary TracPhone V3 changes the game when it comes to marine SATCOM. At 14.5 inches (37 cm) in diameter, it is the world’s smallest and affordable maritime VSAT antenna and includes airtime rates 1/10th the cost of Inmarsat. Enjoy reliable Internet connections, voice and e-mail communications via the mini-VSAT Broadband network on boats as small as 30 feet!

    Take a look at KVH’s TracPhone InmarsatFleetBroadband communications systems designed to match your TracVision while providing powerful broadband services.

Exclusive Technology

  • 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.

Satellite Coverage

The following satellite footprint information is intended as a general reference only. The satellite maps do not guarantee coverage and may change without notice. Also be aware that various conditions may cause signal quality to degrade along fringe coverage areas.

Testimonials

TracVision M-series Testimonials

“The quality of the picture is perfect, considering the antenna diameter is only 14.5".”

– Neil McLeod, owner, MV Horizon (41’ Cheer Men Marine tri-cabin trawler)

Read more about what our customers are saying!

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