Audiovox Sirius Shuttle SIR-CK1 User manual

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Vehicle Installation Guides
SIR-CK1 and SIR-CK2
SHUTTLE
Revision A: Changed the Switching Box Part Number to SIR-SWB 9/29/03.
Revision B: Corrected Part Number for DC Power Adapter (112B3294)
and added pages for formatting purposes 2/9/04.
Rev C: Changed antenna part number and CK2 part number4-7-04.
Rev D: Changed cradle and shuttle connector and image 4-27-04.

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Congratulations
You are one step closer to experiencing Sirius Satellite Radio. Sirius will revolutionize your in-home
or vehicle entertainment with:
· 100 streams of original programming, including –
60 streams of completely commercial-free music – guaranteed.
40 streams of news, sports and entertainment
· Coast-to-Coast reception and Digital-quality sound
Allmusiccontent is selected anddevelopedin-house by Sirius’ teamofMaster Music Programmers
– talented and seasoned professionals who love the music as much as the listeners. World-class
partners such as ESPN, ABC, CNBC, Bloomberg, Discovery and Radio Disney are developing
news, sports and entertainment programming.
YourAudiovox Shuttle must be used with an adapter kit, such as theAudiovox Home kit or Vehicle/
Boat Kit as required by your specific installation needs. These kits are available at retailers where
Audiovoxmain units are sold.
AudiovoxHomeKit:SIR-HK1
AudiovoxVehicleKit:SIR-CK1(WithFMModulator)
AudiovoxVehicleKit:SIR-CK2(WithoutFMModulator)
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Cautions and Warnings
1. Do not install the Shuttle in a position that hinders
your view through the windshield, or obstructs view
ing of the dashboard indicators and displays.
2. Do not install the unit where it may obstruct the
operation or deployment of safety devices, such
as airbags, etc.
3. Do not allow operation of the unit to detract from
safe driving practices; remember that you are
responsible as the vehicle operator to adhere to
all safe driving and traffic regulations.
4. This unit complies with the interference limits
relative to a Class B digital device, applicable
under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding
installation in a residential environment. If the unit
is not installed in accordance with these instruc-
tions, it could cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception. If this condition persists after
corrective action, consult your dealer or experi-
enced installation facility.
5. By adhering to these warnings and safety consider-
ations, serious accidents and/or personal injury can
be avoided.

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AlcoholSwab
1 pc.
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OPTIONAL
FMSwitchingBoxAssy
P/N SIR-SWB (6 Meter)
Flat Washer, M4
4 pcs.
PhillipsMachine
Screw (M4 x 8mm)
4 pcs.
Split Lock Washer, M4
4 pcs
HARDWARE KIT -P/N 150-1519
3/4” W X 3”Long
DoubleSidedTape
1 pc
1 pc.
Base
1 pc.
Contents SIR-CK1 and SIR-CK2
Install Manual
P/N 1286813C
1 pc.
AudioCable
1 pc.
DC Power Adapter
1 pc.
Antenna
1 pc.
CradleCK1P/N136D3471
or
CradleCK2P/N 136D3479
1 pc.
P/N 136C3484 P/N112B3293
P/N112B3294
P/N 118C1130

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Setting Up and Installing Your Kit
NOTE: The SIRIUS® signal can be received and
processed virtually anywhere as long as there
are no obvious satellite signal obstructions such
as nearby buildings, high terrain, parking
garages or tunnels.
1. Cabling Interconnections
You can begin to enjoy Sirius®Satellite Radio as soon
as the Shuttle and Vehicle Kit installation are complete.
Set up your Audiovox Shuttle using the following
installation instructions, or enlist the help of a
professional installer:
2. Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly
NOTE: The fins on the mounting base are pliable
and can be bent to conform to most
mounting surfaces.
a. Interconnect all of the components as shown
on the adjacent page to verify that the system
operates normally.
b. Locateafirm,reasonably flatsurfacewithinyour
car to permit optimum viewing and line-of-sight
access by the supplied remote control unit.
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Installation/Wiring Precautions
1. To prevent a short-circuit, be sure to turn off the
ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable
prior to installation. Connect power wires last.
2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to
direct sunlight or, in areas subject to extreme
temperatures.
3. Incorrect installation may cause damage to the
system. Mount the unit firmly in place, using
the supplied hardware.
4. Be careful not to damage the vehicle wiring.
5. Be sure to use the supplied screws and washers.
6. Be careful not to snag any wires when tightening
screws.

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Interconnect Diagram Interconnect Diagram FM Option
TO AUXILIARY AUDIO
INPUT OF RADIO OR
ENTERTAINMENTSYSTEM
DC POWER
ADAPTER
AUDIO
CABLE
SHUTTLECRADLE
CK1 OR CK2
TO VEHICLE
+12 VDC POWER
RECEPTACLE
SHUTTLE
ANTENNA
FM FREQUENCY SELECTION SWITCH.
SELECT 1 OF 4AVAILABLE FREQUENCIES
AND SET YOUR EXISTING CAR RADIO TO
THE SAME FREQUENCY.
TO VEHICLE
+12 VDC POWER
RECEPTACLE
VEHICLE
RADIO
ANTENNA
DC POWER
ADAPTER
VEHICLE
FM RADIO
NOTE:
1. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION MUST
BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE SHUTTLE
USER MENU. (REFER TO THE OWNER’S
MANUAL, PUBLICATION NO.128-6812.)
2. WHEN THE FM TRANSMITTER IS TO
BE USED, DO NOT CONNECT THE
AUDIO CABLE TO THE AUDIO OUT
CONNECTOR OF THE SHUTTLE.
SHUTTLECRADLE
CK1 ONLY
SHUTTLE
ANTENNA
OR
ANT
ANT

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CAUTION: Do not install the mounting base
on a leather or fabric surface, or
in a position that could impair
your vision, block air bag(s) or
obstruct vehicle dashboard
controls and/or radio CD/casette
operational displays.
NOTE: The adhesive backing on the base
will not permit easy repositioning once
it has been mated to the surface; use
extreme care and planning when
selecting the mounting location. If the
base is to be screwed to the surface,
make sure the area in back of the
mounting surface is clear of wires or
other items to prevent unintentional
damage.
c. Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit,
clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe
the area dry with a clean lint-free cloth.
d. The cradle contains two mounting plates,
one on the rear and one on the bottom.
After deciding which configuration to use,
loosen and remove two flat-head screws
securing the plate to the cradle and remove
the plate. Save the two screws for reassembly.
e. As shown in the figure, unscrew the star nut
and ball strut assembly from the mounting
base threaded socket; then remove the flat-
head screw, lockwasher and flatwasher from
the end of the ball strut.
FLAT-HEAD
SCREWS(2)
REAR
MOUNTING
PLATE
BOTTOM
MOUNTING
PLATE CRADLE
ASSEMBLY
(TYPICAL)
ANT

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h. If the outside air temperature is cold, it may
be beneficial to warm the adhesive backing
on the base using a portable hair dryer, or
by holding the backing surface in front of a
vehicle heater vent.
i. Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive
backing on the base, and fix the base in
position on the surface; make sure the
mounting pad is accurately positioned on
the first try, since repositioning may be
difficult, if not impossible.
j. Bend the fins on the base so it conforms
to the mounting surface.
If the mount is to be screwed in place, do
not remove the plastic liner from the
adhesive backing. Use appropriate sheet
metal or machine screws for this purpose.
f. Insert the end of the ball strut into the keyed
opening on the cradle mounting plate, and
secure the plate to the ball strut using the
flatwasher, lockwasher and flat-head screw
through the back of the plate.
g. Reattach the mounting plate assembly to the
rear or bottom of the cradle assembly, as
desired, using the two flat-head screws
removed previously. Installation of the mounting
base can now continue.
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FLAT-HEADSCREW
LOCKWASHER
FLATWASHER
BALLSTRUT
STARNUT
MOUNTINGBASE
THREADEDSOCKET
CRADLE
MOUNTING
PLATE

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NOTE: Allowa72-hourperiod fortheadhesive
backing to cure completely.
k. Using the star nut, attach the cradle assembly
to the base threaded socket; do not overtighten
the star nut.
3. Installing the Cradle Using Double-Sided Tape
You canmountthe cradle directlytoyourdashboard
or other flat surface without using the cradle
mount in the kit. To do this, do not remove either of
the mounting plate assemblies from the cradle.
a. Remove the 3/4” x 3” double-sided tape from
the supplied kit.
b. Determine the location of the cradle, and clean
the mounting surface as before.
c. Peel the backing from one side of the tape, and
press the tape in place on the rear or bottom
cradle mounting plate.
d. Peel the backing from the exposed side of the
tape and carefully position the cradle on the
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4. Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts
TheShuttleCradlecanalsobe installed using other
manufacturer’s mounts; the mounting plate
provisions on the rear and bottom of the cradle
provide you with multiple mounting options within
the vehicle using various vehicle-specific
aftermarket brackets, such as those purchased
separately from Panavise, Pro-Fit, etc.
5. Installing the Shuttle into the Cradle
The Shuttle cradle has three retaining clips---one
on top and two on the bottom. Place the Shuttle in
the cradle so that the Shuttle connectors are lined
up; use the RF connector as a guide. Then gently
press in on the bottom of the Shuttle to engage the
connector. The top clip will automatically engage;
then slide the two bottomclips back into the locked
position. Cradle orientation can be adjusted by
loosening the star nut and then tightening it when
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6. Sirius Program Listening Options
The Shuttle and Cradle provide an audio output
signal in three manners:
1. When using CK1 or CK2 cradle, the audio signal
can be routed through an audio cable which is
applied to the auxiliary inputs of a radio or
entertainment system.
2. When using the CK1 cradle, the audio signal can
be transmitted to a car radio on one of four
selectable FMfrequencies. The audio signal can
then be played through your car radio when the
car radio is tuned to one of these frequencies.
3. Some listeners prefer to use a hard-wired FM
transmitter. In this instance, when using the CK1
cradle, an optional FM Switching Box assembly
(Part No. SIR-SWB)is available and provides a
hard-wired FM output when connected to the FM OUT
connector on the left side of the cradle; the other end
of the switching box plugs into the antenna jack of your
radio. By using this assembly, and selecting the
appropriate FM output frequency (88.1MHz, 88.3MHz,
88.5MHz or 88.7MHz) with the slide switch, the Sirius
signal received at the ANT cradle antenna input can be
played through your car radio when tuned to one of
these frequencies.
BOTTOM
RIGHT
SLIDECLIP
TOPRETAINING
CLIP
BOTTOM
LEFTSLIDE
CLIP
16-PINSYSTEM
CONNECTOR
ANT CONNECTOR
FMFREQUENCY
SELECTSLIDE
SWITCH:
88.1 MHz
88.3 MHz
88.5 MHz
88.7 MHz
SHUTTLE
CRADLE
CK1
FMOUT
AUDIOOUT
DC 12V
ANT

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b. Place the antenna at the preferred location on
the roof or trunk surface. If the vehicle is
equipped with a roof or trunk rack, the antenna
may have to be mounted off-center on the
surface. The magnet will secure the antenna in
the desired position.
c. Apply power to the Shuttle system as outlined
in the associated User Guide and obtain an
audio output. If no audio is heard, first check
the signal strength indicator located on the
bottom left corner of the display to ensure the
antenna is receiving an optimum signal. If
necessary, move the antenna to different
positions on the surface until an audio output
is heard. This is the desired antenna position
and should be marked with masking tape or by
another non-scratch method.
7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna
The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat
surface on the vehicle exterior, preferably on the
roof (high point) or on the trunk (convertible). To
mount the antenna:
a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector
on the back of the cradle.
d. After determining the optimum position, turn off
Shuttle power, disconnect the power
adapter from the vehicle cigarette lighter
receptacle and disconnect the antenna cable.
SAT
ANTENNA
(TYPICAL)
+12 VDC
ADAPTER
SHUTTLE
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e. Plan the routing of the antenna cable to the
Shuttle RF input. Make sure you avoid any
obstructions that could crimp, kink or twist the
cable; use protective grommets wherever rough
openings are encountered.
f. Route the cable from the antenna position to
the interior of the vehicle, working the cable
under the rear window molding; make
adjustments and take up slack whenever
necessary.
g. At the lowest point of the rear window, route the
cableintothetrunk, taking advantage ofexisting
cable conduits. Then snake the cable around
the passenger compartment to the back of the
Sirius cradle.
h. In SUV’s, minivans, etc., route the cable into the
vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch
door or tailgate, and then under the interior trim.
NOTE: Avoid exposing the cable in the driver
and passenger areas where it could
become entangled in feet or other
objects.
ANTENNA
ROUTING
THECABLE

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i. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT
connector on the back of the cradle; then plug
the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter
receptacle. The integral power LED of the
powerbutton ( ) will light red.
j. You are now ready to enjoy Sirius programming
within your vehicle.
CAUTION: You could drain the vehicle battery if
the cigarette lighter adapter remains
plugged in after the ignition is turned
off. Unplug the adapter to prevent
this possibility.

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undernormaluseandconditions,beprovendefectiveinmaterialorworkmanshipwithin12monthsfromthedateoforiginalpurchase,suchdefect(s)
will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
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