Delphi SA10116-11B1 User manual

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Delphi XM Satellite Radio
Signal Repeater User Guide
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For Use With Any Delphi XM Satellite
Radio Unit Home Kit or Audio System
SA10116-11B1
Caution: The Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater operates on a 900 MHz
frequency and may cause interference with other wireless equipment. For best
results, do not operate the Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater in the vicinity
of other equipment operating at this frequency. (See page 9 for more information.)
Caution: This manual contains important safety and operating information. Please
read and follow the instructions in this manual. Failure to do so could result in
damage to your audio system, your home, and/or other property.

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,
and
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
IMPORTANT: The FCC and FAA have not certified
the Delphi XM®Satellite Radio Signal Repeater for
use in any aircraft (neither portable nor permanent
installation). Therefore, Delphi cannot support this
type of application or installation.
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FCC Statement
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 normal 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 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:
• Find another location for the repeater antenna (this is the smaller
product of the two).
• Move the transmitter and the repeater antenna farther away from
each other.
• Try not to share one power outlet for the transmitter and the
repeater antenna.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced electronics technician for help.
Caution: Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment under FCC rules.
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Signal Repeater Overview
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*For use with either SKYFi or SKYFi2.
**For use with either Roady or Roady2.
Also for use with Delphi XM SKYFi Audio System*
and Delphi XM SKYFi Home Adaptor Kit.*
Home
antenna
Transmitter
antenna
Delphi XM SKYFi CD
Audio System*
Delphi XM Roady™
Home Adaptor Kit**
Delphi XM MyFi
Receiver
(in home stand)

Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater. The
Signal Repeater eliminates the need for long and unsightly antenna exten-
sions by retransmitting the XM signal received from the satellite up to 75
feet, providing you better access to more than 150 channels of music,
news, and information, even in homes and offices where it’s not easy to
locate the antenna near a window with direct access to the satellites. Plus,
it allows multiple receivers located in a home or office to share a single
XM antenna and signal. (Additional repeater antennas [SA10117-11P1]
are available for purchase separately.)
Your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater must be used with the
enclosed connecting devices to ensure maximum performance and safety.
Additional hardware and XM subscription required for reception. Not
available in Alaska or Hawaii. Satellite radio reception may vary or could
potentially be degraded by satellite signal obstruction.
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Caution: Do not modify or alter wires or connections in any way. Shortening wires or connections
may prevent proper functioning of the protection circuit. Doing so may damage your unit and will
void your warranty.
Caution: When using the Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater, follow the proper safety proce-
dures in your receiver’s manual. Not doing so could result in damage to your Signal Repeater, other
accessories, and/or other property. Copies of Delphi satellite radio receiver user guides are available
at www.shopdelphi.com.

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About the Delphi XM Satellite Radio
Signal Repeater
The Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater is the latest accessory to
accompany Delphi’s growing line of satellite radio products. The Signal
Repeater helps you to enjoy XM programming even in locations without
direct satellite reception. Just plug the repeater antenna into the antenna
input of any XM satellite radio receiver and place it within 75 feet of the
transmitter, which rebroadcasts the XM signal picked up through your
home antenna. Additional repeater antennas are available separately
(SA10117-11P1), allowing multiple receivers to operate off a single
transmitter.
Note: The Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater may be used with any home kit or
audio system compatible with SKYFi, SKYFi2, Roady, Roady2, or MyFi.

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About Delphi
Delphi is the premier provider of satellite radio products for the vehicle and
home, selling more satellite digital audio receivers than any other company
worldwide. A global leader in mobile electronics, vehicle components, and
audio technology, Delphi created the first in-dash car radio in 1936 and continues
its strong tradition of innovation in the audio industry. Now Delphi technology
has helped make satellite radio a reality, and Delphi continues to expand its
in-vehicle and consumer electronics technologies. With its exciting line of
satellite radio products, Delphi offers a broad portfolio of products to answer a
wide variety of information and entertainment needs—in the vehicle, home,
office, or virtually anywhere. Visit www.shopdelphi.com for more information.
About XM
Established in October 1998, XM Satellite Radio launched its national broadcast
service in November 2001. In just its first few years of commercial service, XM
has grown faster than any other audio format in recent history. Broadcasting live
daily from studios in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Nashville, Tenn.,
XM’s channel lineup includes more than 150 digital channels of choice from
coast to coast: 100 percent commercial-free music channels featuring hip hop
to opera, classical to country, and bluegrass to blues; plus premier sports, talk,
comedy, children’s and entertainment programming; and more than 20 channels
of the most advanced traffic and weather information for major metropolitan
areas nationwide. And now, XM is the official satellite radio network of Major
League Baseball, a new service that will provide real-time broadcast of all MLB
games. For more information about XM, visit www.xmradio.com.

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Contents
Section 1: What’s in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Section 2: Setting Up the Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater . .2
Setting Up the Home Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Setting Up the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Setting Up the Repeater Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Section 3: Operating Your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater . .5
Placement and Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Adjusting the Transmitter Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Adjusting the Transmitter Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Operating Near Other Wireless Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Section 4: References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Taking Care of Your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal
Repeater System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Contacting Product Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Section 5: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Before You Begin
Please read all instructions thoroughly before setting up your
Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater.
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Section 1: What’s in the Box
Your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater has the following
components in the box:
Transmitter
Repeater antenna
A/C power adaptor Mounting hardware

Section 2: Setting Up the Delphi XM
Satellite Radio Signal Repeater
To quickly begin using your Signal Repeater, follow the steps in this
section. You may also have to refer to your satellite radio receiver user
guide, available at www.shopdelphi.com.
Setting Up the Home Antenna
Before setting up your Signal Repeater, set up your XM home antenna by
following the instructions that came with your Delphi XM receiver home
kit or audio system. Check to make sure you are receiving a signal with no
error messages on the display. If you do not receive a signal or your satel-
lite radio receiver’s display reads “NO SIGNAL,” try moving the satellite
radio antenna to a new location. (A south-facing window is ideal.) If you
are receiving an “ANTENNA” error message, do the following:
1. Turn your satellite radio receiver off, wait 10 seconds, then turn it
back on.
2. Recheck the antenna connection.
3. Inspect the antenna cable to ensure it is not crimped, cut, or damaged.
4. If these actions do not have any effect, contact your retailer.
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Caution: When testing the equipment, keep the transmitter and repeater antenna at least 3 feet
apart. Placing them too close to each other could result in no operation due to an overly powerful
signal.

Setting Up the Transmitter
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Figure 1. Connect your home kit’s satellite radio antenna and the A/C power adaptor that
came with your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater to the transmitter as shown. A
blue light will turn on in the front of the unit when the A/C adaptor is plugged in, with a
second blue light turning on when the antenna is connected.
Caution: Connect only appropriate input devices to the Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater.
Connecting an incorrect input device may damage the system and/or the external electronic device.

Setting Up the Repeater Antenna
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Figure 2. Connect the repeater antenna and the A/C adaptor that came with your home system
to the back of your home stand as shown. If using a home kit, connect the ministereo (black
connector) to the jack labeled “LINE OUT” on the back of the home stand. If your receiver
does not have a built-in modulator or you choose not to use it, connect the red and white
connectors to the input jacks on your home stereo equipment you want to use. See your
satellite radio receiver user guide for more information. (Go to www.shopdelphi.com to
download a copy if you need a new one.)
Caution: Connect only appropriate input devices to your home stand. Connecting an
incorrect input device may damage the system and/or the external electronic device. It is
recommended that you use ONLY the A/C power adaptor that came with your home kit.

Section 3: Operating Your Delphi XM
Satellite Radio Signal Repeater
Placement and Mounting
Placement
Your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater transmitter should be
placed in a location that allows for connection to a properly placed XM
home antenna (i.e., near a south-facing window). See your satellite radio
receiver user guide for more information on locating a suitable location for
the antenna.
Your repeater antenna may be placed up to 75 feet away from the
transmitter. The repeater antenna should be placed as high as possible
for best reception. For optimal performance, place the repeater
antenna in direct line of sight with the transmitter.
Note: Any obstructions in the direct line of sight (such as furniture, walls, floors, or people)
may result in degradation of signal.
Multiple repeater antennas may be operated off one transmitter device.
Additional repeater antennas are sold separately. See page iii for example
placements.
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Mounting
Your transmitter may rest flat on a horizontal surface, or it may be wall-
mounted. To mount on a wall, insert two screws (provided) 2" apart in a
horizontal line, leaving the screw heads approximately 1/4" from the wall.
Slip the two holes located on the bottom of the transmitter over the
screw heads and gently slide the unit down until it locks into place. (See
figure 3.)
Note: The screws that came with your Signal Repeater may be fastened to wallboard or
wood with an ordinary Phillips screwdriver; no pre-drilling is necessary. To fasten into
concrete, hollow or grout filled block, brick, or plaster, pre-drill a 3/16" hole and fasten
with an ordinary Phillips screwdriver.
Figure 3.
2"

Your repeater antenna is designed to stand vertically in the provided
holder and should be placed on a horizontal surface near your satellite
radio receiver.
Adjusting the Transmitter Antenna
To ensure the strongest signal is being transmitted to your repeater
antenna, adjust the transmitter’s antenna as shown in figure 4. It is
recommended you start with the antenna in a vertical position, then
adjust it accordingly.
Figure 4.
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Adjusting the Transmitter Output Power
Your Delphi XM Satellite Radio Signal Repeater has four power output
levels. These can be adjusted with the PWR OUT level switch located at
the back of the transmitter. In situations where a lower output level may
be desired (e.g., near other wireless devices or if someone else is using
another transmitter), simply lower the output level by sliding the switch to
the left. (See figure 5.)
Note: Operating at a lower output level decreases the range of your Delphi XM Satellite
Radio Signal Repeater.
Figure 5.
PWR OUT
level switch Max.
Min.

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Operating Near Other Wireless Devices
Your satellite radio receiver may experience audio mutes when the
repeater system is operated near other wireless devices such as
phones, pagers, wireless computer peripherals, wireless LANS,
etc. In addition, your repeater system may interfere with the
operation of these wireless devices.
If it is determined other wireless devices are interfering with the
transmitter, you should do one or more of the following:
• Move the interfering devices away from the transmitter.
• Disable other wireless devices, especially those in close
proximity of the transmitter.
• Increase the repeater system output power as described on
page 8 to enable the repeater to overcome the power from the
interfering devices.
• Move the transmitter and/or the repeater antenna away from
other wireless devices.
• Adjust the transmitter antenna position as described on page 7.

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If it is determined the transmitter is interfering with other wireless
devices, you should do one or more of the following:
• Decrease the repeater system output power as described on
page 8.
• Move the transmitter and/or the repeater antenna away from
other wireless devices.
• Adjust the transmitter antenna position as described on page 7.