TracVision HD7

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This is satellite TV at sea like you’ve never seen before – KVH’s new 24" TracVision® HD7 antenna is a breakthrough in maritime satellite TV design, bringing high-definition programming from DIRECTV® to your boat or yacht the same way you enjoy it at home. The rugged TracVision HD7 simultaneously tracks DIRECTV’s Ka- and Ku-band satellites enabling use of Digital Video Recorders (DVRs), and offers the best tracking ever from KVH!

Using KVH’s exclusive TriAD™ technology, the TracVision HD7 antenna can receive broadcasts from three DIRECTV satellites at once! These signals are concentrated by the tuned subreflector before reaching KVH’s unique tri-rod dielectric feed, resulting in outstanding reception even as you cruise offshore.

This technology makes it possible for you and your guests to not only watch any channel but also have full DVR support! Now everyone can watch what they want, on whatever TV they want, whenever they want – a great bonus for everyone onboard! Plus, setup and maintenance are a snap with KVH’s new IP-enabled antenna control unit and TracVision iPhone® app.

Add the TracVision HD7’s optional Tri-Americas® LNB and your boat or yacht can travel throughout the Americas and switch seamlessly between services without  missing a beat!


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Options & Accessories

Systems

01-0323-01SL : TracVision HD7 w/Ku/Ka-band TriAD technology for DIRECTV HDTV

01-0323-03SL : TracVision HD7 w/TriAmericas LNB w/Ku/Ka-band TriAD technology; for DIRECTV U.S. & DIRECTV Latin America

01-0325-01 : TracVision HD7 w/Ku/Ka-band TriAD technology for DIRECTV HDTV; in M9-size dome


Accessories

01-0290-02SL : TracVision HD7 Empty Dome/Baseplate Complete Assembly


19-0512 :
RF Remote Control Kit for DIRECTV H24 HDTV Receiver

19-0614 : DIRECTV HR23 HD/DVR Receiver with IR/RF Remote Control (110 VAC) HD7

19-0658 : DIRECTV H24 HDTV Receiver w/IR Remote Control (110 VAC)


72-0438 :
TracVision HD7 Tri-Americas LNB Upgrade Kit

72-0452-01 : TracVision HD7 SWM Expansion Kit - 16 tuners

72-0452-02 : TracVision HD7 SWM Expansion Kit - 32 tuners

Specifications

Description
Delivering DIRECTV® HDTV just like you enjoy at home!
For boats & yachts 30+ ft.
Antenna Dish Diameter

24" (60 cm)

Radome Diameter x Height
26" x 27"
(66 cm x 69 cm)
M9 Matching Dome:
35" x 39"
(89 cm x 99 cm)
Minimum EIRP
46 dBW (Ku-band)1
Compatible Satellite TV Services
DIRECTV - North America:
Ku- and Ka-band services2
DIRECTV - Latin America:
Ku-band services3
Skew Control

Stabilized (Tilt)

LNB Options (polarization/output)

Circular Ka-/Ku-band Dual

Tracking Technology

Multi-axis dynamic tracking

User Interface

Internet Protocol-enabled Antenna Control Unit (ACU)

GyroTrac (Tuna Tower) Upgrade Available

No

Tri-Americas LNB Compatible
Yes6
HDTV Compatible
Yes
(Ka- & Ku-band services)7
Power
100-240 VAC
60 watts nominal
70 watts peak
Elevation Range / Azimuth Range

+15° to +75° / 720°

Cabling
Power Data:
100' (30 cm) - 2 cables
RF:
100' (30 m) - RG6 Coaxial
Antenna Weight

61 lbs (27.6 kg)

Antenna Operating Temperature
-13°F to + 149°F
(-25°C to +65°C)
Antenna Storage Temperature
-31°F to + 158°F
(-35°C to +70°C)
Matching TracPhone Antenna Available
Yes8,9
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
TracVision HD7 Brochure - U.S. format US (English) PDF file 3.2 MB / 4 pg
TracVision Product Selection Guide - U.S. format US (English) PDF file 3.5 MB / 9 pg

Additional Documents, Lists & Forms

FAQ

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:

Absolutely. With the addition of the dedicated Crew Calling Gateway, you equip your mini-VSAT Broadband system with a separate telephone line exclusively for crew and passenger use. Passengers and your crew will be able to place calls anywhere in the world using the Crew Calling phone while crew usage is tracked separately from your standard usage for easy service management and tracking.

Offering access to this service is simple:

  • Purchase $25 or $100 mini-VSAT Broadband Crew Calling cards for resale, or
  • Minimize your administrative needs and allow the crew or your charter guests to use the crew calling phone to buy minutes directly from KVH Industries using their credit card.

Visit the crew calling page for complete details.

A:
No. All TracVision antennas can support multiple video screens and multiple receivers so each TV screen can show a different channel.
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.
A:
Yes, we have a comprehensive dealer database available on-line. Simply visit our "Where to Buy" page. From here you choose the product category and product model of interest and then search by state, zip/postal code, or country to find the dealer, distributor, or sales representative nearest you.
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Highlights

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  • Simultaneous tracking of DIRECTV’s primary Ka- and Ku-band satellites for uninterrupted reception of HD and standard-definition TV
  • KVH’s Single-Wire Multiswitch enables installation of up to 8 HD receivers or 4 HD DVRs with a single RF cable
  • Rack-mountable, IP-enabled ACU with Ethernet connection, built-in WiFi interface, and USB port
  • Exclusive TracVision iPhone App lets you check signal strength, switch to secondary satellites, download antenna software updates, and send information directly to KVH technical support right from your iPhone or iPod® touch
  • Enhanced tracking algorithms and stainless steel bearing construction for the best performing antenna KVH has ever built
  • Identical mounting design as KVH’s TracVision 6/G6 and M7, makes upgrades a breeze
  • World-class warranty coverage and support

Featured Options

  • Tri-Americas® LNB
    If you rely on your boat to take you to exciting ports of call all through the Americas, check out the TracVision HD7's exclusive Tri-Americas LNB for the ultimate convenience! Never change antenna hardware again – the optional Tri-Americas LNB makes switching between DIRECTV HD and DIRECTV Latin America as easy as flipping a switch.
  • Optional Dome Configuration
    Offered in 39" (99cm) high size to match KVH's 39" TracPhone products for great looking dual-dome installs.

Exclusive Technology

TriAD Technology1
KVH’s revolutionary TriAD technology – a breakthrough in compact antenna design – simultaneously receives broadcasts from three separate DIRECTV satellites. These signals are concentrated by the sculpted reflector and tuned subreflector before reaching the unique tri-rod dielectric feed. And when you’re underway, the multi-axis dynamic tracking stays locked on even in the roughest seas.

This means every TV on board can be tuned to any channel on any of the three satellites, with no waiting for satellite switching or blank screens. Plus, your receivers won’t lock up, reboot, or perform lengthy satellite searches unexpectedly due to expired program guides or receivers looking for the wrong satellite because, unlike other systems, the advanced TracVision HD7 receives DIRECTV’s program data constantly and sees all three satellites all of the time!

1 patent pending

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.

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