KVH Industries TracVision S3 - Manual (Page 14)

2-3
Installation
54-0157 Rev. G
2.1 Choosing the Best Location
• Since the TracVision antenna requires a clear view
of the southern sky to receive satellite signals, the
ideal antenna site has an unobstructed view of the
horizon/satellite all around.
• Keep the antenna clear of any obstructions on the
roof (e.g., air conditioners).
The antenna requires a
15º to 75º look angle to receive satellite signals.
• Consider the location of the antenna relative to the
location of any equipment or necessary wiring
within the vehicle.
• Be sure to mount the antenna on a horizontal
surface. When placed flat on the mounting surface,
the mounting plates should be less than
7 ⁄
16
" above
the mounting surface (see Figure 2-2). Any larger
gap will warp the baseplate and seriously damage
the antenna.
Blocked! TracVision Antenna
Air Conditioner
Vehicle Roof
Figure 2-1
Antenna Blockage
" Maximum Gap 7
16
Figure 2-2
Maximum Mounting Surface Slope