TracPhone V3-IP mini-VSAT Broadband Satellite Communications System

Complete maritime communications solution for vessels as small as 30'.

The world's smallest maritime VSAT antenna system delivers big performance with mini-VSAT Broadband service: broadband connectivity enhanced with content delivery and network management, all at an affordable price.

Complete Maritime Communications Solution: Advanced ArcLight® spread spectrum technology enables compact hardware design and outstanding performance, with fast download speeds (up to 2 Mbps), reliable Internet and email, and optimized voice communications. Commercial vessels can use TracPhone V3-IP to help meet MLC-2006 crew welfare requirements by affordably providing crew access to the Internet.

ArcLight® Technology: KVH’s mini-VSAT Broadband network takes a revolutionary approach to maritime satellite communications to maximize data and voice throughput while preventing interference to adjacent satellites. The network is based on ViaSat’s ArcLight Code Reuse Multiple Access (CRMA) spread spectrum technology, which significantly reduces contention issues, transmission delays, and offers more consistent speeds and shorter ping times resulting in faster web page loads compared to traditional Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) technology relied upon by other VSAT networks.

Integrated CommBox Modem (ICM): TracPhone V3-IP’s breakthrough new streamlined below deck unit includes an IP-enabled antenna control unit, built-in CommBox Network Manager, ArcLight spread spectrum modem, Voice over IP (VoIP), Ethernet switch, and Wi-Fi capabilities all in a compact 2U unit for faster, trouble-free installations and user experience.

Key Features

• World’s smallest marine VSAT system featuring 15 1/2" diameter antenna, weighing only 25 lb.
• Designed for mini-VSAT Broadband 2.0; the complete maritime communications solution with faster data speeds at lower prices
• Download speeds as fast as 2 Mbps with plans starting at only $0.99/MB and as low as $0.49/MB
• Crystal-clear phone calls worldwide 
• Helps commercial vessels meet MLC-2006 crew welfare requirements with fast, affordable connectivity
• Breakthrough below deck unit – Integrated CommBox Modem (ICM) includes IP-enabled antenna control unit, built-in CommBox Network Manager, ArcLight spread spectrum modem, Voice over IP (VoIP), Ethernet switch, and Wi-Fi capabilities
• Modern, user-friendly browser-based user interface with iPhone® app
• Rugged, high-performance design with superior tracking and stabilization
• Easy integration with Iridium Pilot^® for pole-to-pole, global coverage
• Simple installation with fastest activation in the industry

Specifications

• Service: KVH mini-VSAT Broadband Airtime
• Antenna Type: Ku-band
• Below Deck Equipment: Integrated CommBox Modem (ICM)
• Service Coverage Area: Seamless Worldwide Regions
• Maximum Download Speed: 12 Mbps
• Maximum Upload Speed: 128 Kbps
• Billing Method: Metered 
• Typical Cost per Minute for Voice: $0.49
• Certification: Complies with the specifications of EC directive 1999/5/EC Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE), per compliance with EC directive 2006/95/EC, EMC directive 2004/108/EC and IEC 301-427
• Warranty: Comprehensive two-year parts, two-year labor warranty supported by KVH’s worldwide Certified Support Network (CSN)

Integrated CommBox Modem (Below Deck Unit)

• Dimensions: 16 13/16"L x 16 5/16"W x 2"H
• Mount: Rack-mountable with optional mounting provisions; Optional Belowdecks Mounting Case (KVH Part No. 72-0368) available for vessels without a rack
• Weight: 11.25 lb.
• Input Power: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz auto switching, 1.6 A max
• Data Interfaces: 4 Ethernet: IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, 100 Mbps; 1 Wi-Fi 802.11; 3 USB ports
• Voice Interfaces: 1 RJ11 port for VoIP services

• Dish Diameter: 14 1/2"
• Dimensions: 15 1/2" Diameter x 17 5/8"H
• Weight: 25 lb.
• Elevation/Azimuth Range: 7.5° to 75° / 720° rotation
• Antenna Unit Power: DC; provided by ICM