Directed Electronics Honda/Acura SIRIUS Interface HON-SC1 User manual

HON-SC1
Honda/Acura
SIRIUS Interface
Installation Guide

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FCC NOTICE:
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Directed Electronics is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifica-
tions to this equipment. Such modifications could void the User’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Table of Contents
FCC Notice 2
Warning and Safety Information 4
Congratulations and Package Contents 6
Compatibility and Features 7
Installation 10
Connections 11
Mounting Instructions 13
Activating Your Installed SIRIUS Tuner 14
Operating the System 15
Examples of Factory Units 16
Troubleshooting Guide 18
Warranty 19
Copyrights & Trademarks
2007 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved
“SIRIUS”, "SiriusConnect", the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos
are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Warning and Safety Information
Sat mode,
bank selector
AUDIO
PWR
1 2
REW FF
PLAY/PROG NR
3 4 5 6
DISC- DISC+
11:53
CH
VOL
SCAN SOUND
AM/FM
CD/AUX
SAT
RADIO
SEEK
SKIP
RPT
DISP -
MODE
A.SEL
RDM
TUNE
AUTO
OFF
DUAL
A/C MODE
Channel control
Category
Control
Text selector.
Hold for 10sec to toggle
channel or category
tune modes.
Toggles
Scan mode
Bank and
present
indicator
Channel
and text
indicator
Preset 1-6.
Hold until beep to
save to a preset.
CATEGORY
Tune mode
indicator
MODE
DUAL
OFF
AUTO
MAP/
GUIDE MENU SETUP
INFO ZOOM CANCEL AUDIO
AUTO
MODE
A/C
LOAD
DISC
TAPE AM/FM DISP
MODE
SCAN RPT A.SEL/RDM - SEEK +
123 4 56
DISC- DISC+
VOL
PWR PUSH
TUNE
SOUND
PUSH
XM1-1
VOL
CH
CHANNEL
CATEGORY
NAME
TITLE
:
:
:
:
1CH 2CH 3CH
6CH 5CH
4CH
MODE SCAN SOUND
001 - HITS1
POP
MUSIC NAME
MUSIC TITLE
Channel control
Category
Control
001 014 018
040 065 115
Toggles between
channel and
category modes
Bank and
present
indicator
Upper display
text mode
selector
Sat mode
and bank
selector
Preset 1-6.
Press until
beep to save
to a preset.
Channel and text
Indicator fields
Toggles
Scan mode
Tune mode
indicator
ANTENNA
SC OUTPUT
Sirius-Ready, SAT Radio Ready or select OEM headunits with optional Honda Bus Compatible Translator
Headunit bus cable SiriusConnect Cable
HON-SC1
Honda Bus
Compatible
Translator
Warning
Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death. DO
NOT OPERATE EQUIPMENT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES THAT IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE OR OPERATE YOUR
VEHICLE SAFELY.
Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop
the vehicle in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in an accident.
• DO NOT OPEN, DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER THE UNIT IN ANY WAY. Doing so may result in fire, electric shock or
product damage.
• DO NOT INSERT ANY OBJECTS INTO THE UNIT. Doing so may result in fire, electric shock or product damage.
• USE THE CORRECT CURRENT (AMPERAGE) RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSE. Failure to do so may result in fire,
electric shock or product damage.
• MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. Failure to make proper connections may result in fire or product damage.
• DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES. Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment.
Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.
• DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS THAT MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION. Doing so may obstruct vision or
hamper movement which can result in a serious accident. If you are attaching the unit directly to the vehicle’s
chassis, be sure that you check to make sure the area behind the unit is clear from moving parts, fuel or break
lines, wire harnesses or any other items which may get damaged by drilling a mounting hole or using the supplied
screws.
• DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO HIGH LEVELS OF HUMIDITY, MOISTURE OR DUST. Doing so can result in electric
shock or product failure.

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Warning and Safety Information
Sat mode,
bank selector
AUDIO
PWR
1 2
REW FF
PLAY/PROG NR
3 4 5 6
DISC- DISC+
11:53
CH
VOL
SCAN SOUND
AM/FM
CD/AUX
SAT
RADIO
SEEK
SKIP
RPT
DISP -
MODE
A.SEL
RDM
TUNE
AUTO
OFF
DUAL
A/C MODE
Channel control
Category
Control
Text selector.
Hold for 10sec to toggle
channel or category
tune modes.
Toggles
Scan mode
Bank and
present
indicator
Channel
and text
indicator
Preset 1-6.
Hold until beep to
save to a preset.
CATEGORY
Tune mode
indicator
MODE
DUAL
OFF
AUTO
MAP/
GUIDE MENU SETUP
INFO ZOOM CANCEL AUDIO
AUTO
MODE
A/C
LOAD
DISC
TAPE AM/FM DISP
MODE
SCAN RPT A.SEL/RDM - SEEK +
123 4 56
DISC- DISC+
VOL
PWR PUSH
TUNE
SOUND
PUSH
XM1-1
VOL
CH
CHANNEL
CATEGORY
NAME
TITLE
:
:
:
:
1CH 2CH 3CH
6CH 5CH
4CH
MODE SCAN SOUND
001 - HITS1
POP
MUSIC NAME
MUSIC TITLE
Channel control
Category
Control
001 014 018
040 065 115
Toggles between
channel and
category modes
Bank and
present
indicator
Upper display
text mode
selector
Sat mode
and bank
selector
Preset 1-6.
Press until
beep to save
to a preset.
Channel and text
Indicator fields
Toggles
Scan mode
Tune mode
indicator
ANTENNA
SC OUTPUT
Sirius-Ready, SAT Radio Ready or select OEM headunits with optional Honda Bus Compatible Translator
Headunit bus cable SiriusConnect Cable
HON-SC1
Honda Bus
Compatible
Translator
Caution
Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may
result in a serious accident and/or personal injury.
• HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM ARISES. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the
product. Return the unit to your authorized retailer or nearest service center for repairing..
• ENSURE THE WIRING UPON INSTALLATION IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED BY SCREWS OR SHARP METAL
EDGES. Route the cables away from moving parts or sharp pointed edges. This will prevent crimping and damage
to the wiring. If the wiring must pass through a metal hole, be sure to use a rubber grommet to prevent the wire’s
insulation from being cut by the metal edge of the hole.
• USE ONLY THE SPECIFIED PARTS AND INSTALL THE PRODUCT SECURELY. Be sure to use only the specified
accessory parts. Use of nonspecified parts may damage this unit internally or may not securely install the unit in
place. This may cause parts to become loose, resulting in hazards or product failure.
• USE CAUTION IF or WHEN DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY TERMINAL. Please consult the vehicle’s owner’s
manual or a service technician prior to removing the battery positive or ground connection, as it may cause dam-
age to the vehicle’s electrical system or require reprogramming of the vehicle’s computer-controlled devices.

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Congratulations
Congratulations on the Purchase of your new HON-SC1 SiriusConnect interface! Your HON-SC1 is designed to be com-
patible with select vehicles that support Satellite Radio operation (requires additional purchase of & connection to a
SiriusConnect tuner or dock). Your translator is designed to replace the factory XM satellite tuner in your Honda or Acura
vehicle. It is also compatible with systems that do not have the factory satellite tuner installed. For the latest information
about this and other SIRIUS products and accessories, visit http://www.directedsirius.com.
Package Contents
1 HON-SC1 interface module
1 Honda/Acura interface cable
1 Mounting bracket w/screws
This guide
Sat mode,
bank selector
AUDIO
PWR
1 2
REW FF
PLAY/PROG NR
3 4 5 6
DISC- DISC+
11:53
CH
VOL
SCAN SOUND
AM/FM
CD/AUX
SAT
RADIO
SEEK
SKIP
RPT
DISP -
MODE
A.SEL
RDM
TUNE
AUTO
OFF
DUAL
A/C MODE
Channel control
Category
Control
Text selector.
Hold for 10sec to toggle
channel or category
tune modes.
Toggles
Scan mode
Bank and
present
indicator
Channel
and text
indicator
Preset 1-6.
Hold until beep to
save to a preset.
CATEGORY
Tune mode
indicator
MODE
DUAL
OFF
AUTO
MAP/
GUIDE MENU SETUP
INFO ZOOM CANCEL AUDIO
AUTO
MODE
A/C
LOAD
DISC
TAPE AM/FM DISP
MODE
SCAN RPT A.SEL/RDM - SEEK +
123 4 56
DISC- DISC+
VOL
PWR PUSH
TUNE
SOUND
PUSH
XM1-1
VOL
CH
CHANNEL
CATEGORY
NAME
TITLE
:
:
:
:
1CH 2CH 3CH
6CH 5CH
4CH
MODE SCAN SOUND
001 - HITS1
POP
MUSIC NAME
MUSIC TITLE
Channel control
Category
Control
001 014 018
040 065 115
Toggles between
channel and
category modes
Bank and
present
indicator
Upper display
text mode
selector
Sat mode
and bank
selector
Preset 1-6.
Press until
beep to save
to a preset.
Channel and text
Indicator fields
Toggles
Scan mode
Tune mode
indicator
ANTENNA
SC OUTPUT
Sirius-Ready, SAT Radio Ready or select OEM headunits with optional Honda Bus Compatible Translator
Headunit bus cable SiriusConnect Cable
HON-SC1
Honda Bus
Compatible
Translator

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Compatibility
The HON-SC1 is designed to be compatible with select
Honda/Acura vehicles. Please consult table for compat-
ibility listing.
Compatible Headunit Types:
• CD only Headunits*
• CD + Cassette Headunits*
• 6-CD changer Headunits*
• Touch Screen Monitor Headunits
• Non-Touch Screen Monitor Headunits
*Note: Radio must have a "SAT" or "XM" button to access
SIRIUS audio modes.
In addition, the HON-SC1 is compatible with most ad-
ditional factory audio accessories that might be included,
such as:
• Rear Seat Audio Control Center
• Rear Seat Entertainment (DVD/Monitor) System
• Heads up display (HUD)
• Steering wheel controls
Note: Kit not recommended for vehicles with Technol-
ogy Package (Please see Acura's website for details). The
HON-SC1 is not compatible with the factory satellite radio
antenna that might be installed in the vehicle. For best
operation you must install a SIRIUS compatible antenna as
supplied with the compatible SIRIUS Satellite Radio tuner.
List of compatible vehicle/radio types (radios must have
SAT/XM button):
MAKE MODEL YEAR
Honda Accord 2003+ w/Navigation
Honda Accord 2004+ EX-L, EX-V6
Honda Accord 2005+ Hybrid
Honda Accord 2007+ Sedan. EX LX-V6
Honda Civic 2006+ EX, Si, Nav
Honda CR-V 2005+ EX, SE
Honda CR-V 2007+ EX-L, Nav
Honda Element 2005+ EX
Honda Element 2007+ SC
Honda Odyssey 2005+ EX, EX-L, EX-L Nav
Honda Pilot 2006+ EX, EX-L Nav
Honda Ridgeline 2006+ RT, RTS, RTL, Nav
Honda Ridgeline 2007+ RTX
Honda S2000 2005+ w/Optional XM compat-
ible radio only

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Acura 3.5RL 2004+ w/Navigation
Acura MDX 2005+, Premium, Touring, Nav
Acura RL 2005+ All
Acura RDX 2007+ All
Acura TL 2004+ All
Acura TSX 2005+ All
Features
The HON-SC1 is designed to emulate many of the factory
SDAR (Satellite Digital Audio Radio) commands found in
your vehicle.
• Channel Tune (Up and Down)
• Fast Tune (Up and Down)
• Category Search (Up and Down)
• Category Tune (Tune within a category)
• 12 presets (6 for each band)
• Preset Scan (UP)
Note about features listed: Each Honda/Acura radio type
operates differently, so consult the vehicle owners manual
for proper operation methods.
Headunit Display Capability
When the HON-SC1 is installed, the following information
can be displayed on the headunit display.
• Channel Number
• Channel Name
• Category Name
• Artist Name
• Song Title Name
Note: Number of characters displayed in fields varies by
headunit type (8 ~16 Characters).
Text Scrolling Configuration
Text Scrolling and/or Paging can be enabled or disabled
during installation of the HON-SC1. Enabling scrolling will
allow radio types with limited displays to show complete
text strings for artist name or song title. Text scrolling
should be disabled for radios with large displays where it
isn't needed. The unit is set for text scrolling enabled at the
factory.
Note: Some Honda/Acura headunits will display “XM1” or
“XM2” as the display source. This information is hard coded
in the headunit design and can not be changed.
Dip Switch Settings
Two dip switches located on the side panel are used to con-

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figure the unit for correct display to match your headunit.
Labeled 1and 2for text scroll and display length settings
respectively. Text display switch configuration:
Scroll Length/Text
21
Off
On
16 characters
11 characters
1. Set dip switch 1to Scroll ON/ Scroll OFF as follows:
a) Radios with media or navigation displays: OFF (up
position)
b) Radios with 11 or 16 character display only set to ON
(down position). In many radios, the display refresh
rate is too slow to support smooth text scrolling. For
this reason the default setting for switch 1 is Scroll
OFF (up). If your radio supports text scrolling, set
switch 1 to ON (down).
2. Set dip switch 2to the up position for the 16 character
setting or to the down position for the 11 character posi-
tion in order to match the display of your specific radio.
Note: The default settings from the factory are "scroll off"
and "16 character".In order for text display configuration
switch settings to take effect, you must disconnect power
to the HON-SC1 module then reconnect and turn ignition
on again.

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Installation
Directed Electronics recommends that you have this prod-
uct professionally installed. It is recommended that prior to
starting the installation, you thoroughly read this manual
and follow the guidelines listed below:
Some installations may use the factory satellite radio
tuner location. If you are using this location, please follow
the factory instructions for installing the HON-SC1 in your
vehicle. If you are not using this location, please read the
following installation guidelines.
Consider the mounting location carefully. You should make
sure that you avoid the following:
• Any location where the unit is exposed to moisture.
• Any location where the unit is exposed to extreme heat.
• Any location that would interfere with moving parts on
the vehicle or hamper driving.
Mounting the HON-SC1 Interface: Be sure that you find
a location that is flat and has clearance above the unit to
prevent any damage as well as allow for ventilation.
Do not install the HON-SC1 under the carpet or in a small
enclosed area without proper ventilation. Doing so can
result in damage to the tuner or the vehicle.
Use the supplied screws to securely fasten the unit.
Note: Refer to SCC1 or SC-VDOC1 manuals for additional
installation instructions needed to complete the system.