TracPhone V7-HTS
The Compact Marine VSAT Solution that Delivers Unlimited Data and Streaming Fast Speeds
Enjoy the Internet on the water the way you do at home. The TracPhone® V7-HTS delivers seamless global coverage with download/upload speeds as fast as 10 Mbps/3 Mbps. This award-winning 60 cm solution is faster than competing 60-85 cm Ku-band VSAT systems and enables you to stream HD content, video chat with friends and family, and more. TracPhone V7-HTS features:
- Global coverage via the No. 1 marine VSAT network*
- Exclusive configuration and airtime plans deliver both a high-speed and a free unlimited use data channel
- Commercial-grade design and unique proactive monitoring to help ensure maximum uptime and performance
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*Source: Euroconsult, May 2019, market share VSAT units
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Highlights
- Rugged, powerful, compact Ku-band VSAT antenna, 60 cm (24 in) diameter, 26.1 kg (57.6 lbs)
- Outstanding tracking thanks to 3-axis gyro-stabilization with 4th axis of automatic skew adjustment
- Flexible, affordable data plans with speeds as fast as 10 Mbps/3 Mbps (download/upload)
- 100% transparency into data use with powerful smart data tools for unmatched control
- All-in-one belowdecks unit – the Integrated CommBox Modem (ICM) includes modem, network manager, Ethernet switches, Wi-Fi, and more
- Two satellite-optimized voice lines with optional expansion to as many as nine concurrent voice lines
KVH Elite Unlimited VSAT Streaming Service
Premium VSAT service with dedicated bandwidth for HD-quality streaming.
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Coverage Maps
Providing Broadband Connectivity Worldwide
KVH’s HTS Network systems offer the fastest broadband connections available. Explore our coverage to see where we’re delivering affordable Internet access, IoT connectivity, real-time communications via video and voice, valuable operations data, news and entertainment, and more.
Technology & Service Details
Exclusive Technology
Enterprise-grade Ku-band VSAT Antenna
The commercial-grade TracPhone V7-HTS uses a 60 cm-diameter antenna dish, in a 66 cm-diameter radome. The 3-axis gyro-stabilized maritime VSAT antenna with a 4th axis of automatic skew adjustment boasts an extended elevation range of -24° to 119° ensuring that the antenna tracks satellites directly above the vessel to low on the horizon. TracPhone V7-HTS also ensures you’ll enjoy exceptional call quality, plus support for Wi-Fi Calling via compatible cell phones1.
Global Connections, Unmatched Speed
The mini-VSAT Broadband HTS network offers 276 million square km (106+ million square miles) of Ku-band coverage. Enjoy global connections and unmatched speed as fast as 10 Mbps/3 Mbps (down/up)2 using advanced next-generation high-throughput satellites (HTS) from Intelsat and SKY Perfect JSAT. Plus, you get greater resilience to weather and rain fade than with Ka-band services.
Integrated CommBox Modem (ICM)
The powerful Integrated CommBox Modem (ICM) with its high-throughput modem, Voice over IP (VoIP) adapter, versatile network management software, and built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet is the streamlined all-in-one belowdecks unit that drives the TracPhone V7-HTS.
Exclusive Multi-level Cybersecurity Program
The TracPhone V7-HTS features automated threat management to provide additional security; plus, the antenna’s ICM includes the award-winning Videotel™ “Cybersecurity at Sea” training program for crew and guests.
Precision Management of Your Data
The secure myKVH™ portal and mini-VSAT Manager™ suite of tools equips you with customizable usage alerts, detailed usage reports, data allocation for users onboard, and built-in data shaping and pinpoint application category control to limit unintended data consumption.
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Improved Performance through Proactive Monitoring
The TracPhone V7-HTS system’s integrated IoT functionality reports daily on 150+ performance and health parameters to help optimize your system’s performance for a premium connectivity experience.
KVH OneCare Global Support Program
KVH OneCare™ is a comprehensive array of service offerings that spans the lifecycle of your mini-VSAT Broadband solution, from design and selection of the best possible solution, to smooth installation, and post-deployment support in 3,500+ ports worldwide to maximize long-term performance.
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1 Requires Wi-Fi Calling support via your cell phone service provider.
2 Data rates are rate plan maximums and may vary in different regions and under different conditions.
Featured Options
KVH Elite
Unlimited VSAT streaming service for yachts. Available for the Caribbean and Mediterranean regions.
- Dedicated VSAT service with prioritized bandwidth to deliver HD-quality streaming
- Unlimited with no overages or data limits
- Download speeds as fast as 10 Mbps
Extended Warranty & Preventative Maintenance Checks
KVH OneCare includes several options to ensure that your TracPhone V7-HTS delivers the finest performance:
- Extended warranty – extend the warranty to a total of 5 years from activation
- Preventative maintenance checks – to keep your system performing at its best
Premium KVH Vessel Tracking Service
Gain immediate access to up to a year of vessel and fleet track history along with your latest position and weekly position reports. Only $49 USD per month per vessel and available via the secure myKVH Portal’s mini-VSAT Manager.
The Perfect Match
Complement your TracPhone satellite communications system with an award-winning TracVision® satellite TV terminal in a matching dome. Enjoy a beautiful dual antenna installation that delivers the perfect blend of worldwide broadband connections and crystal-clear voice along with premium satellite TV! Contact us to find the right match for your yacht.
Additional Options
Global Static IP Addresses
KVH’s global private terrestrial network links all mini-VSAT Broadband teleports worldwide, allowing for more robust malware and threat detection and enhanced network security. Sign up for a single public IP address for secure addressability to your onboard system from the Internet.
Virtual “Local” Numbers
For an additional fee, you may assign up to 5 virtual phone numbers to each vessel phone line. These numbers can be set up with a different country code and area/city code, allowing people on shore within those regions to avoid international or long-distance charges when they call the vessel.
CommBox Network Management Tools
Built-in CommBox™ networking functionality enables least cost routing, web caching and compression, firewalls, content filtering, file transfers, email, crew accounts, and more with a subscription and without any additional hardware.
Optional Backup
Thales VesseLINK Systems with Iridium Certus
The Thales VesseLINK 200 and 700 systems are the perfect companions for your KVH system. These backup systems are available with a choice of either an ultra-compact design and KVH’s recommended solution – the VesseLINK 200, with data speeds as fast as 176/176 Kbps (up/down) – or a higher-speed option, the VesseLINK 700, with data speeds as fast as 704/176 Kbps (up/down). Both systems offer pole-to-pole Iridium Certus coverage, least-cost routing with KVH VSAT systems1, and two voice lines. Plus, you enjoy the confidence that comes with out-of-band management for remote TracPhone VSAT support anywhere on the globe.
1KVH Commbox service required; contact KVH Application Engineering for details
myKVH & mini-VSAT Manager
The secure myKVH™ portal offers easy access to a wide range of account details, reports, and the mini-VSAT Manager™ suite of tools. Enjoy unmatched transparency in data use and system performance, plus valuable tools to customize your data use with exclusive category controls, manage your network configuration and alerts, allocate data to users onboard, and more.
Product Literature/Supporting Documents
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Airtime Services
Flexible Airtime Plans
KVH offers affordable airtime options, including global metered and unlimited plans, dual high-speed and unlimited channel plans, and dual channels plus C-band. Choose the plan and system best suited to your unique needs and enjoy the convenience of flexible month-to-month subscriptions and more.
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