SIRIUS Dock & Play Home Kit User Guide
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1. If you find a window that gives you good signal strength you can place the antenna on the windowsill The antenna may need to be placed on something to raise it above the level of the window frame If you don t have a window where you receive a consistent signal or placing the antenna in a window is not a practical solution for you BETTER reception can be achieved by placing the antenna outside on a window ledge porch table or patio The location you choose should provide the antenna with a clear view of the southern sky If none of the previous solutions work for you then the BEST reception can be achieved by mounting the antenna outdoors with a clear view of the southern sky Note that you will want to consider any potential hazards when you choose the mounting location and possibly consider professional installation Home Installation SIRIUS XM Radio Inc is not liable for any damages To mount the antenna you will need four screws not included with a 1 4 head e g an M3 screw and that are suitable for the material onto which you are affixing the antenna e g wood metal etc The screws should be spaced 1 3 8 apart horizontally and 1 1 8 vertically Refer to the template on Indoor Outdoor Antenna Template2. 1 Connect the 1 8 3 5 mm connector from the powered speakers to the AUDIO OUT connector at the rear of the Home Dock 2 Plug the powered speakers into an AC outlet Turn On the powered speakers Home Installation Dock Your Radio If your radio is a Dock amp Play model other than the Sportster 3 or Sportster 4 you may want to consider installing the Spacer on the Home Dock for a more snug fit on the back To install the Spacer peel the backing off the adhesive strip on the rear of the Spacer and position the Spacer on the Home Dock as shown Place your radio into the Home Dock as shown and turn the radio On by pressing the Power button SIRIUS mmm ETE Gizllelellslellzlsllsle y rm SIRIUS Step 2 Install the Indoor Outdoor Antenna To begin try experimenting with the Home Antenna to get a feel for the reception in your location Move the antenna around the room or from room to room Aim it from different windows In major metropolitan areas you might find that you get great reception in several locations without worrying too much about aim and placement Refer to your radio s User Guide for instructions and access the Signal Indicator or Antenna Aiming screen of Seel messer your radio to see a visual indication of signal strength If you re receiving a good Satellite
3. 3 5 mm 1 8 in diameter mini stereo jack 18mW Left 18mW Right 16 ohms 90 db 5V DC 1 5A 6 4 m 21 ft 91 cm 3 ft Patent and Environmental Information Patent Information It is prohibited to and you agree that you will not copy decompile disassemble reverse engineer hack manipulate or otherwise access and or make available any technology incorporated in this product Furthermore the AMBE voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc The software is licensed solely for use within this product The music talk news entertainment data and other content on the Services are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and all ownership rights remain with the respective content and data service providers You are prohibited from any export of the content and or data or derivative thereof except in compliance with applicable export laws rules and regulations The user of this or any other software contained in a SIRIUS XM radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy decompile reverse engineer hack manipulate or disassemble the object code or in any other way convert the object code into human readable form Environmental Information Follow local quidelines for waste disposal when discarding packaging and electronic appliances Your Home K
4. HOME KIT User Guide SIRIUS ME SATSE L L iT E R A D O Table of Contents Introduction nsi gan EAU iii 6 Safety and Care Informations ia ran ee 7 What s Im the BOX Por na AAA 8 HOMEIDOCK AAA E 9 Home Installation esse eee sees eee 11 Step E Connect the Home Dock une nn ee 12 Step 2 Install the Indoor Outdoor Antenna eenen 17 Appendix Aiming At Different SIRIUS Satellites ooooooommoomm o 23 Troubleshooting sn sars ee 27 Product Specifications eeeeeee enne eee eee ee 31 Patent OMAN al wenen nier kel eene bile ts ereen ee 33 Environmental InformatlOn arn renate piere Rup ode naad ee Introduction Features Congratulations on your purchase of the SIRIUS Dock amp Play Home Kit Your new Home Kit lets you play your compatible SIRIUS Dock amp Play radio through your home stereo system or powered speakers e Bring Satellite Radio home No need for a second subscription Just hook up this Kit to an existing home office or other stereo system or powered speakers e Listen with any system Works with any stereo system or powered speakers that have audio input jacks And for the latest information about this and other SIRIUS XM products and accessories visit sirius com or your favorite retailer Please read the entire User Guide before installing your Home Kit Safety and Care Infor
5. antenna as necessary You may need to find a better location for the antenna Refer to Indoor Outdoor Antenna Template on page 36 If you see this on the screen Check Antenna Connection Try this Make sure that the Indoor Outdoor Antenna cable is firmly and securely plugged into the Home Dock Make sure the cable is not bent or broken e If the message persists most likely the Indoor Outdoor Antenna cable has been damaged Replace the antenna Invalid Channel You have attempted to tune to a channel that you have not subscribed to or does not exist Select a channel to which you have subscribed Firmware Updating If this happens You do not receive all the channels to which you subscribed Your radio is being updated over the air with the latest software Wait until the update is done Try this e If you have not yet activated your service refer to the Activation section in the User Guide which accompanied your radio e Call 1 888 539 7474 for further assistance Audio sounds too soft e Raise the volume of your home stereo system or powered speakers or increase the audio level of your radio until the sound quality improves Refer to the User Guide which accompanied your radio for instructions Audio fades or has static when listening e Check all cables for a firm and secure connection Troubleshooting If this happens No audio Try this e Check all
6. on page 30 0 9 99 1 7 16 in gs 0 9 Once you have found a suitable location for the antenna route the antenna cable to the Home Dock Be sure you avoid any obstructions that could crimp kink or twist the cable Use protective grommets wherever rough openings are encountered If the antenna is installed outdoors route the cable from the antenna location to the interior of the home working the cable through the basement under a window sill etc and make adjustments to take up cable slack as necessary TIP If your Indoor Outdoor Antenna s cable isn t long enough visit sirius com O accessories or your favorite retailer and consider a 50 ft Indoor Outdoor Antenna Extension Cable or a Wireless Home Signal Repeater If the signal is good for either Satellite or Terrestrial or both and you are hearing the audio from the radio the installation is complete If the signal reception is low or intermittent try another location for the antenna Verify that the antenna is pointed south and that the antenna s view of the sky is not blocked by a tree a building a bridge or anything else Adjust until you are receiving a good signal The Indoor Outdoor Antenna s reception can also be tweaked by opening or closing the antenna clamshell and turning the antenna While observing the signal strength make small adjustments to the angle of tilt of the clamshell until the highest possible signal strength is achiev
7. 2 Install the Indoor Outdoor Antenna on page 16 for antenna placement suggestions Remember that you will be aiming the antenna in the direction you just determined not south 26 Trouble 2m Troubleshooting Your Home Kit has been designed and built to be trouble free but if you experience a problem try this e Check that all connections are firm and secure e Make sure you have connected the Home Dock as described in this User Guide Verify that the AC power outlet is working If you see this on the screen Acquiring Signal Try this Move the antenna to a south facing window Not sure which way is south Think about where the sun rises in the east and sets in the west Then stand so that east is to your left and you ll be facing south Is there a window in the direction you re facing If you chose to aim your antenna at the other satellites ie not toward the south these SIRIUS satellites are not in a fixed place in space like the south satellite and move relative to the earth As a result the signal strength will vary throughout the day When you have aimed and pointed your antenna at the optimal direction it is important to check that you are receiving an uninterrupted signal all the time To ensure that you continuously receive the SIRIUS signal we recommend that you observe your antenna set up occasionally over the period of few hours and adjust the aim and tilt of the
8. and Terrestrial signal strength you re done If not try some of the suggestions which follow Other Indoor Outdoor Antenna Installation Suggestions If you find you are getting a signal but it s inconsistent try moving the Indoor Outdoor Antenna closer to a window ideally one that is facing due south Not sure which way is south Think about where the sun rises in the Home Installation east and sets in the west Then stand so that east is to your left and you ll be facing south Is there a window in the direction you re facing Move the antenna closer to the window EQ TIP Still not sure which way is south or where to place your Home Antenna Look up your location on an online mapping Web site that offers satellite views of street addresses where you can easily see which way is south and what window may offer an unobstructed view of the sky Another easy method is to start at any window then work from window to window in a simple pattern to find the window gives the best signal strength Note that the antenna must also have an unobstructed view No trees or ate buildings blocking its aim If the i antenna is aimed through a window be aware that blinds screens or any other non glass elements such as thermal insulation can sometimes cause reception issues If this is the case you may want to use another window or place the antenna outside of the window
9. cables between your radio and your home stereo system or powered speakers for a firm and secure connection e Ensure you have selected the proper input source on your home stereo system e Increase the audio level of the radio Refer to the User Guide which accompanied your radio for instructions No song title or artist name is displayed Traffic and Weather channels sound different from other channels The information may not be available or updates may be in progress e These channels use a different audio technology than other channels so they often sound different from other channels The radio shuts off unexpectedly e If your radio has these features check these elf Sleep Timer is set the radio will turn off after the selected length of time in a Home Dock Sound system Set Sleep Timer to Off e If Delayed Power is set the radio will turn off after the selected length of time in the Home Dock Set Delayed Power to Off The demo is playing e Your Indoor Outdoor Antenna is not connected or you are not receiving the signal Check that the Indoor Outdoor Antenna is connected properly and is not obstructed Product Specifications Dimensions Home Dock Audio Output Interface Wattage Signal to Noise Ratio External Power Voltage Current Cable Lengths Indoor Outdoor Antenna Stereo Audio Cable 114 mm W X 36 mm H X 55 mm D 4 49 in W X 1 41 in H X 2 16 in D
10. clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHEAST e Area 3 Place the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHWEST e Area 4 Place the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky facing WEST or NORTHWEST e Area 5 You will need a clear view of the sky facing STRAIGHT UP The antenna will have to be outdoors The location you choose for the antenna must have an unobstructed view of the sky in the direction indicated for your area Not sure which way is north east or west Think about where the sun rises in the east and sets in the west For north stand so that west is to your left NORTH Aimed East WEST Aimed West EAST Aimed Northeast XA gt Aimed Northwest Aimed Northerly SOUTH Aimed Northerly Here s an example for aiming Suppose you live in Area 2 You determined from the maps that your antenna will need to be placed where it has a clear view of the sky facing North or Northeast The exact direction is determined by your specific location in Area 2 relative to the X on the map If you live in Texas you will need a location where the antenna has a clear view of the sky in a more Northerly direction whereas if you live in southern California you will need a location where the antenna has a clear view of the sky in a more Northeastern direction Once you have determined the direction in which to point your antenna it s time to find a location to place it Refer to Step
11. e Power Adapter to the DC5V connector at the rear of the Home Dock and plug it into a wall outlet Connect the Home Dock to a Home Stereo System or Powered Speakers The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system or to a pair of powered speakers If you are connecting to a home stereo system see the following section If you are connecting to a pair of powered speakers see To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers on page 15 To Connect the Home Dock to Your Home Stereo System The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system through the Home Installation AUX IN or LINE IN connection of your home stereo system using the provided Stereo Audio Cable 1 Take the provided Stereo Audio Cable and connect the single 1 8 3 5 mm connector to the AUDIO OUT connector at the rear of the Home Dock 2 Connect the white left and red right Stereo Audio Cable connectors L and R are also on each respective tip to any available input other than PHONO on your home stereo system If your stereo s inputs are marked red and black simply connect the white plug to the black input 3 Turn the home stereo system On and make sure you select the correct _ aumnase C omm 000000000000 input on your stereo system for the AUX In or LINE In connection To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers The Home Dock can be connected directly to a pair of powered speakers
12. ed If you have not wall mounted the antenna turn the antenna slightly to the right or left and observe if the signal strength increases For each tweak allow a few seconds in each position to determine if the signal strength increases If the signal reception is good but there is no audio verify your audio connection e If you are connected to a home stereo system be sure the system is set to the auxiliary input source and you have connected the Stereo Audio Cable to the auxiliary input connectors Home Installation e If you are connected to powered speakers be sure the speakers are plugged into an outlet and are turned On The audio level of your radio can also be increased Refer to the User Guide which accompanied your radio and increase the audio level If you still have questions for example Are there any other options things should consider etc refer to Troubleshooting on page 28 Appendix Aiming At Different SIRIUS Satellites If aiming the antenna south does not provide a good signal or is not possible in your situation you can try aiming the antenna at different SIRIUS satellites Begin by looking at the map and determining the area 1 to 5 in which you are located EAST N HORIZON If you are located in e Area 1 Place the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky facing EAST or NORTHEAST Home Installation e Area 2 Place the antenna where it has a
13. equipment and the affected receiver e Connect the SIRIUS XM equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the affected receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The FCC and FAA have not certified Satellite Radio Receiver use in any aircraft neither portable nor permanent installation Therefore SIRIUS XM Radio Inc cannot support this type of application or installation Copyrights and Trademarks Hardware and subscription sold separately Activation fee other fees and taxes required Installation required with some equipment Except for the MiRGE radio and as specifically provided SIRIUS and XM Radios and accessories are compatible only with their respective subscription service Subscriptions governed by as applicable the SIRIUS Terms amp Conditions available at sirius com or the XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio com Prices and programming are subject to change SIRIUS XM U S Service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and D C Service available in Canada see www siriuscanada ca or www xmradio ca 2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc SIRIUS XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc and its subsidiaries All other trademarks service marks and logos are the property of their respective owners All rights reserved WARNING This product contains chemicals known to the State of Cal
14. ifornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Indoor Outdoor Antenna Template 1 3 16 gt 1 7 16 sirius com SIRIUS XM Radio Inc 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York NY 10020 1 866 746 7961 2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc SIRIUS Dock amp Play Home Kit User Guide SDPHKUGO809 092509a
15. ios other than Sportster 3 and Sportster 4 Home Power Stereo Audio Adapter Cable Home Dock Connections Rear View ANT DC5V AUDIO OUT Connection for Connection for Connection for home the Indoor Outdoor Home Power stereo system or Antenna Adapter powered speakers 10 Home Installation There are two parts to setting up your Home Kit First connecting the Home Dock to your stereo or powered speakers then placing and aiming the Home Antenna Let s start with getting your Home Dock set up Step 1 Connect the Home Dock When installing the Home Dock in your home choose a location in close proximity to your home stereo system or powered speakers and also where the cable from the Indoor Outdoor Antenna can reach the Home Dock The location should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display but should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight which will affect the visibility of the display screen You will also need to decide whether you will be connecting your Home Dock to your home stereo system using the provided Stereo Audio Cable or directly to powered speakers Connect the Indoor Outdoor Antenna Once you have selected a location connect the antenna to the ANT IN connector at the rear of the Home Dock After completing a few additional steps we will work on the location of the antenna Connect the Home Power Adapter Connect the Hom
16. it is packaged with cardboard polyethylene etc and does not contain any unnecessary materials FCC Statement The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SIRIUS XM Radio Inc can void the user s authority to operate this device This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the installation instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the affected receiver e Increase the separation between the SIRIUS XM
17. mation IMPORTANT Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid D injury to yourself and or damage to your device SIRIUS XM Radio Inc disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown repair or other causes Do not expose to extreme temperatures above 140 F or below 4 F or above 60 C or below 20 C e Do not expose to moisture Do not use device near or in water Do not touch the device with wet hands e Do not let any foreign matter spill into device e Do not store in dusty areas Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Clean with a soft damp cloth only Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time and do not expose to fire flame or other heat sources e Do not try to disassemble and or repair device yourself Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact e Do not place heavy objects on device e Do not subject device to excessive pressure WARNING e Opening the case may result in electric shock e Make sure that you insert the Home Power Adapter s plug all the way into the outlet Introduction What s in the Box cm SIRIUS CD Home Dock Spacer Home Dock Indoor Outdoor Antenna TIP If you prefer to use a Remote Control and you want to add one to your Home Kit visit sirius com accessories or your favorite retailer Optional for rad
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