KVH TracVision TV Series. Photo: KVH Industries

[Via Satellite 04-22-2015] KVH Industries has released a new antenna system for satellite TV out at sea. The fully stabilized 81-cm (32-inch) diameter TracVision TV8 antenna system enables satellite television for maritime customers such as yacht owners, commercial fishing vessels, tankers and others.

Compatible with most Ku-band services, the system supports DirecTV, Dish Network, Dish HD, and Bell TV in North America, and TrueVisions, Astro, and Sky TV in the Asia-Pacific. TracVision TV8 uses Digital Video Broadcasting-Second Generation Satellite (DVB-S2) technology, and includes features such as an IP AutoSwitch option for multiple receiver installations and high-performance tracking to maintain picture quality on heavy seas.