Delphi SkyFi2 SA10102 User manual

Guide
Installation
SKYFi2
™
Home and Vehicle Kits
Contents:
SKYFi2Vehicle Adapter Kit Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SKYFi2Installation ........................7
XMAntennaSetup ........................12
SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty .................................17
W rning: This manual and the SKYFi2
Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide contain
important safety and operating information.
Please read and follow the instructions in
these manuals. Failure to do so could result
in personal injury, death, and/or damage to
your SKYFi2 Receiver, accessories, and/or to
your vehicle or other property.
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Import nt: See page 19 for important
FCC information.
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C ssette udio
d pter
SKYFi2 Cr dle
12V power d pter
XM Vehicle Antenn
Figure 1. SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit components.
Your kit lso includes:
• Extra adhesive pad
• Surface preparation
cleaning kit
• Alcohol prep pad
• Cable wrap
• Adhesive-backed
Velcro®pads
SKYFi2 Vehicle Ad pter Kit (SA10102) Setup
Your Delphi XM®SKYFi2™Vehicle Adapter Kit contains the following components:
Noki ®style button
mount converter
XM SureConnect
Swivel nd Vent Mounts
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Hooking up Your SKYFi2 Receiver Cr dle
Figure 2. Connect accessories to your SKYFi2 Cradle as shown.
C ution: Connect only appropriate input devices
to the SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit. Connecting any
incorrect input devices may damage the system and/
or the external electronic device. It is recommended
that you use only the 12V to 6V conversion power
adapter that came with your SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit.
If you choose to use the self install method using the
XM SureConnect please see the XM SureConnect Install
guide for more information.
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4After connecting the power and
antenna jacks into the car cradle, the
included organizer can be used to
improve the appearance of the instal-
lation. See figure 3.
The cable twist ties that were provid-
ed with the power adapter and car
antenna cables can be reused to
gather, bundle, twist tie, and secure
any excess cable. Excess cable can be
gathered under the dash, between the
seat or console, or under the mat so it
is not in the way.
Figure 3.
When using the FM modulator, secur-
ing and tie-wrapping the excess cable
reduces background hissing noise.
Check movement of doors and trunks
as well as seats so they do not dam-
age excess cable.
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The SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit
offers you many ways of connecting
your SKYFi2 to your vehicle’s radio.
All options provide excellent sound
quality and stereo separation.
Review and consider your own
unique situation when choosing
from the three options.
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6C ssette Ad pter
For vehicles with a built-in cassette
player. Due to its superior udio qu lity,
this configur tion is recommended
over the profession lly wired or self
inst ll XM SureConnect configur tions
if c ssette slot is v il ble in the
vehicle.
Profession l Wired FM
A wired FM installation kit is available
from your retailer for professional
installation. See your retailer for
details. This solution is recommended
if you cannot get acceptable perform-
ance with the FM modulator.
Self Inst ll (XM SureConnect)
The XM receiver is equipped with an
FM modulator, which can transmit the
XM audio to your car’s FM radio. See
the XM SureConnect Installation
Guide for more information.
The factory default setting for the FM
modulator is turned off. See the
SKYFi2 Satellite Radio Receiver User
Guide for more details.
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Note: If using the XM SureConnect or the
professional wired (Delphi FM Direct
Adapter), set the SKYFi2 Receiver and the
vehicle’s FM radio to the same frequency. See
the
SKYFi2 User Guide section on Listening
to XM using your vehicle’s FM Radio.
SKYFi2 Inst ll tion
Because every vehicle is different, these
instructions are provided as a general
guideline only. If you need help, consult
a professional installer.
1. Decide which method (cassette
adapter, professional wired FM, or
self install (XM SureConnect) is
most appropriate for your vehicle
and where you live.
2. Verify the system is working by
completing a test. Before installing
the system, connect the XM Antenna,
(If you are using the XM SureConnect
Installation you will need to install the
XM SureConnect before you will be
able to hear audio on you vehicle’s FM
Radio) 12V power adapter, and
audio connector or cassette adapter
(if used) to the SKYFi2 Vehicle
Adapter cradle with the SKYFi2
Receiver inserted. Plug the 12V
power adapter into the cigarette
lighter and place the XM Antenna
on the roof of your vehicle. Make
sure you are outdoors and not sur-
rounded by tall buildings or trees.
Turn on both your vehicle’s radio
and SKYFi2 Receiver.Tune the
SKYFi2 Receiver to XM channel 1.
You should be able to hear the XM
Preview channel. If not, check all
connections.
W rning: Do not install the mount where it
or SKYFi2 could block your vision or usage of
controls, or interfere with any safety devices
such as airbags. Failure to correctly place
SKYFi2 could result in injury to you or others if
the unit becomes detached during an accident
and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.
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83. Turn off the radio and SKYFi2
Receiver. Disconnect all cables.
4. Find a place where you can mount
your SKYFi2 vehicle cradle where
it is most convenient for you to
use. It should be mounted to a
hard, flat surface below the top of
the dash within easy reach.
5. The SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit
has three mounting options: flat
mount, vent mount or swivel
mount.
a. Flat mount: Use the included
Velcro pads or extra adhesive
pad, attaching them to the back
of the SKYFi2 vehicle cradle
and then to a flat surface in
your vehicle. Do not install the
mount on a leather surface.
b. Vent mount: Assemble the
mount (if not assembled) by
inserting the two clips into
the main piece. Clip the
assembly onto the vent, and
then position the pivoting
kickstand atthe bottom. The
orientation of the clips must
match each other and may
need to be rotated in one of
two possible orientations
depending on the design of
the air vent being used. Be
careful when installing and
removing the vent mount
clips to prevent damaging
the vent fins.
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c. Swivel mount:This mount allows you
to adjust the angle of your SKYFi2
Vehicle Adapter after it is installed.
This mount uses a strong adhe-
sive that is not easily repositioned
when installed, so use care when
choosing the location of and placing
the mount. Do not install this mount
on a leather surface. Install the
mount only if the temperature is at
least 60°F.
– Clean the mounting surface with
the enclosed surface preparation
cleaning kit. Wipe the towelette
in one direction only. Do not
wipe the surface in a circular
on. Remove the liner from the
adhesive pad and adhere to the
vehicle’s surface. Make sure you
accurately place the pad on the
first try since in many cases it will
bond almost immediately. For
best results, do not touch or apply
pressure to the vehicle mount for
72 hours.
motion or back and forth. Dry the
area with a clean, dry cloth.
Repeat the cleaning process.
Allow to air dry thoroughly.
– Clean the same surface with the
enclosed alcohol prep pad. Wipe
in one direction only. Dry the
area with a clean, dry cloth.
Allow to air dry thoroughly.
– Warm the vehicle mount adhesive
pad by using a hair dryer or by
placing the vehicle mount on top
of the vehicle’s defrost outlet for
several minutes with the heater
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10 6. Clip the SKYFi2 vehicle cradle
onto the swivel mount (figure 4).
7. Reassemble the system as in step 2.
8. Attach the antenna as explained
on page 12 and route the antenna
cable as described on page 13.
To vehicle
d shbo rd
Figure 4. Attach vehicle mount to back of
SKYFi2 as shown.
Figure 3. Installing the vent mount to your
vehicle’s air vent.
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Removing swivel mount
from your d shbo rd
You can remove the swivel mount
from your dashboard by following
these steps:
1. Lift one edge of the adhesive pad
gently with fingers or the rounded
edge of a spoon. nce enough of
the edge is loosened to grip with
your fingers, pull the pad gently
from the mounting surface at a
90-degree angle. Do not use
sharp tools that could damage
the vehicle’s interior.
2. If the pad fails to loosen, warm it
with a hair dryer for 2 to 3 minutes
to soften the adhesive. Be careful
not to apply too much heat, which
could damage the mounting
surface. Repeat step 1.
3. If any adhesive remains on the
dashboard surface, the adhesive
can easily be removed by rubbing
your thumb or finger across it.
4. As necessary, use a mild household
cleaner to clean the dashboard
surface.
C ution: Never use a commercial heat gun or
a paint-stripping gun. This can damage the
unit or your vehicle.
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12 Import nt: Do not install antenna inside the
vehicle passenger compartment. An antenna
mounted on the dashboard or on the rear window
deck area of the vehicle will likely experience signal
interruption issues and must be avoided. Mounting
the antenna on a nonmetallic surface will also
result in severe degradation in reception.
W rning: Failure to properly install the
antenna may result in injury to you or others if it
becomes detached during an accident.
XM Antenn Setup
For best reception, the XM Antenna
should be placed either:
– In front of the rear window (option1)
– Behind the windshield (option 2)
When deciding which location to
choose, keep in mind:
– The antenna will perform best if it
has an unobstructed view of the
open sky.
– If the vehicle has roof racks or skid
ribs, the antenna can be mounted
off-center.
– Trunk mounting is an alternative for
hard- or soft-top convertibles with
nonmetallic rooftops, though recep-
tion may not be as good.
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Routing the C ble
Option 1
When using option 1, route the cable
into the trunk as shown in figure 6.
Always cross the weather seal at the
lowest part of the trunk to reduce
water leaks. From the trunk, route the
cable into the passenger compart-
ment through available wire channels
and then along the floor under the
door jamb trim or under the carpet to
the front of the passenger compart-
ment. Do not leave the cable loose in
the passenger compartment where it
is likely to be damaged.
Option 2
When using option 2, route the
cable along the door jamb and
into the vehicle as shown in figure
6. Route the cable across the
weather seal near the bottom of
the door to reduce water leaks.
Figure 6.
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Audio c ble
XM Highg in
Indoor/Outdoor
Home Antenn
with 25 ft. c ble
6V AC power
d pter
SKYFi2 Home St nd
Figure 7. SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit components.
SKYFi2 Home
Ad pter Kit (SA10103) Setup
Your Delphi XM SKYFi2 Home Adapter
Kit contains the following components:
Hooking up Your
SKYFi2 Receiver Home St nd
Note: See SKYFi2 User Guide for important
user information.
C ution: Connect only the appropriate input
devices to the SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit jacks.
Connecting any incorrect input device may
damage the system and/or the external elec-
tronic device. It is recommended that you use
only the AC power adapter that came with
your SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit. If you need to
use a different adapter, it must be a 6V, 1000
mA DC adapter and must contain a unified
polarity-type jack, identified by the
symbol.
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Installation instructions:
1. Turn off both your SKYFi2
Receiver and home stereo.
2. Connect cables as illustrated in
figure 8.
3. Position the XM Antenna so that it
is facing south. Ideally, it should
point through a window.
4. Turn on your SKYFi2 Receiver and
the stereo.Tune to XM channel 1.You
should be able to hear the XM
Preview channel. If not, check all
connections.
Note: The Delphi SA10006 Antenna
Extension Cable (sold separately) is
designed to work with the SKYFi2 Home
Adapter Kit and provides an additional 50
feet of cable length to the standard XM
Home Antenna.
Figure 8. Connect the SKYFi2 Home Stand to power, antenna, and home stereo as shown.
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16 Aiming the XM Home Antenn
For best reception, aim the home
antenna by following these
instructions:
1. Press the “menu” button on the
SKYFi2 Receiver.
2. Use the scroll wheel to select the
“Antenna Aiming” option. Press
the “XM” button to confirm selection.
3. This display will remain on until
you press the “menu” button
again, so you have plenty of time
to aim the antenna. Slowly turn
and tilt the antenna.The “satellite”
and “terrestrial” signal bars will
change. Find the position that gives
the strongest signal strength (at
least two bars) on either “satellite”
or “terrestrial.”
4. nce you are convinced you have
determined the proper position to
receive the best possible signal,
press the “menu” button to return
to normal operation.
Figure 9. Signal strength indicator.
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17
Delphi Limited Consumer W rr nty
Delphi Product and Service Solutions
(“Delphi”) warrants all Portable XM
Satellite Radio Accessory Products sold by
Delphi (each “Product”) to be free of
defects in material and workmanship,
subject to the following conditions:
The duration of Delphi’s warranty with
respect to each product is limited to one
(1) year from the date of sale to the original
consumer purchaser.
No other express warranties are made with
respect to any Product. All implied warranties,
including warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose are limited
to the warranty period set forth above. This
warranty is not transferable and applies
only to the original consumer purchaser of
the Product.
Delphi will, as its sole obligation under this
warranty, replace or repair, at its option,
any Product that does not conform to this
warranty. Products may be repaired or
replaced with new or with refurbished
items. This limited warranty does not cover
defects in appearance, cosmetic or decora-
tive items, including any non-operative
parts. Under no circumstances will Delphi
be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages under this warranty or any
implied warranties. These remedies are the
customer’s exclusive remedies for breach
of warranty. This limited warranty only
extends to customers who purchase the
Products in the United States.
Delphi will not be responsible for damage
resulting from any (i) deviation from
Delphi’s operating instructions as printed in
Delphi’s catalog or on any packaging,
labels, or other literature provided with a
Product, (ii) installation of a Product in a
manner which is inconsistent with Delphi’s
written instructions, (iii) alteration or
modification of a Product, (iv) misuse,
(v) neglect, (vi) abuse, (vii) accident, (viii)
normal wear and tear, (ix) commercial use,
(x) improper storage, (xi) environmental
conditions, including excessive temperature
or humidity, (xii) service by anyone other
than a Delphi authorized repair facility,
(xiii) other improper application, installation
or operation of the Product, or (xiv) defects
or malfunctions of which Delphi is not
advised within ten (10) days of the expiration
of the limited warranty period.
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18 How you (the Customer) c n get service:
To obtain warranty service, you must return
the defective Product with the original
receipt to the original place of purchase. If
further clarification or additional information
is required from Delphi, you may call Delphi
at: 1.877.G DELPHI (1.877.463.3574). If war-
ranty service is needed at any time during
the warranty period, the purchaser will be
required to furnish a sales receipt/proof of
purchase indicating the date of purchase,
amount paid and place of purchase.
Customers who fail to provide such proof
of purchase will be charged for the
repair/replacement of any Product.
How st te l w rel tes to the w rr nty:
Some states do not allow limitations on the
duration of implied warranties, or the
exclusion or the limitation of incidental or
consequential damages. So the above limi-
tations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights. You may also have other rights that
may vary from state to state. N PERS N
IS AUTH RIZED BY DELPHI T M DIFY R
ADD T THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
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FCC St tement
Please note that the power cable that has
been supplied with your device is supplied
with a permanently attached ferrite bead. It is
the responsibility of the user to use the cable
with the ferrite bead.
The user is cautioned that changes or modifi-
cations not expressly approved by XM
Satellite Radio, Inc. can void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. peration is subject to the following
two conditions: (1)This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (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 reason-
able 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
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 deter-
mined 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.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
W rning:The FCC and FAA have not certified
XM Satellite Radio Receivers for use in any
aircraft (neither portable nor permanent
installation).Therefore, XM Satellite Radio
Inc. cannot support this type of application
or installation.
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Delphi Corporation
1441 West Long Lake Roa
Troy, Michigan 48098-5090
U.S.A.
Customer Service: [1] 877.GO DELPHI
www.delphi.com
Printed on Recycled Paper
©2006 Delphi Corporation. All rights reserved.
DPSS-06-E-061
The SKYFi2 name, XM name, and related logos
are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All
other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
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