Sirius Satellite Radio 128-8662 User manual

Installation Manual
SIRIUS Outdoor
Satellite Radio Antenna

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ThankyouforpurchasingaSIRIUSOutdoorSatelliteRadioAntenna.
Your new SIRIUS Outdoor Satellite RadioAntenna is a high-performance
antenna, specifically designed to receive signals from the SIRIUS satellites and
terrestrial (ground) transmitters when mounted outdoors on a home or other
building. This antenna has been approved by Sirius Satellite Radio to receive the
SIRIUS signal under a variety of conditions within the SIRIUS NorthAmerican
coverage area.
Installation of this antenna requires experience in mechanical and electrical
procedures.Reviewthisinstallationmanualbeforebeginningtheinstallationofthe
antenna. If you are not comfortable or experienced with general installation
procedures, SIRIUS recommends that you have a professional install the antenna
for you.
The antenna should be mounted according to the instructions in this manual to
ensure the best quality reception of the SIRIUS signal.All necessary mounting
hardware for a variety of mounting options is included with the antenna.
Box Contents
Open the box and verify that all the items shown below are included with the
OutdoorAntenna. If any items are missing, please contact your dealer or retailer
immediately. Keep your purchase receipt and the packaging materials should you
need to return or ship the antenna.
Tools Required
A Phillips screwdriver is needed for installation. Depending upon the type of
installation, a 3/8 in. wrench and power drill with a 3/32 in. drill bit may also be
required.
Outdoor Antenna
30 ft.Antenna Cable
U-Bolts (2)
Mounting Brackets (2)
Hex Lock Nuts (4)
#10 Screws (4)
Installation Manual (notshown)

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Caution and Warnings
WARNING: Be sure not to cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the
antenna cable during the installation procedure. Damage to the antenna cable
can cause the SIRIUS signal to be degraded or unavailable, and can also cause
water to intrude into the antenna cable causing the cable to fail.
WARNING: Do not lengthen or shorten the antenna cable by cutting it. Doing so
may cause the antenna to not function properly. Purchase the optional antenna
cable extension if a longer antenna cable is necessary.
Antenna Location
For proper operation and best reception of the SIRIUS signal, it is important to
locate the antenna in a place where it will be oriented toward the general direction
of the SIRIUS satellites, and free of obstructions which would block the antenna’s
view of the sky.
The SIRIUS satellites follow a fixed orbit over the USA, and, depending upon your
location in the USA, the antenna needs to be aimed in the general direction of the
satellites. Consult the map of the USA shown below which has been divided into 5
areas to determine which area you are located in. The location indicated by the
Xon the map should be visible to the antenna when it is mounted, and there
should be no obstructions blocking the antenna’s view in that direction.
1
23
4
5
X
Face the portion of the antenna with the logo on it toward the satellite using the
following guidelines. If you live in:
Area 1: Mount the antenna facingEAST orNORTHEAST
Area 2: Mount the antenna facing NORTH or NORTHEAST
Area 3: Mount the antenna facing NORTH or NORTHWEST
Area 4: Mount the antenna facing WEST or NORTHWEST
Area 5: Mount the antenna ONLY ON THE ROOF (No wall mount)

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Once you have determined a possible mounting location, it is recommended that
you hold the antenna in place temporarily and connect the antenna cable to your
SIRIUS receiver. Using the AntennaAiming or Signal Indicator feature of your
receiver, verify that your antenna is receiving a good SIRIUS signal. (Consult the
User Guide of the receiver for specific instructions.) Once you have found a
suitable mounting location for the antenna, you can proceed with the actual
installation.
Antenna Installation
There are three possible mounting options for the OutdoorAntenna:
Wall Mount Mounting the antenna directly on the side of a home or building.
RoofMount Mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building.
MastMount Mountingtheantennaona mastor pole,such asanexistingsatellite
TVdishmast, an existingTVantenna mast, or othermastor pole.
Each of these mounting options are described in the following sections.
Wall Mount
The antenna mounting bracket may be oriented in a vertical position as shown,
and mounted directly to the wall of the building or home using the #10 screws
suppliedwiththe antenna.
MOUNTING
HOLES
Remember to avoid blocking the antenna’s view of the sky by locating the antenna
too high under the eaves of the home or building.
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VIEW OF THE SKY
INCORRECT CORRECT
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VIEW OF THE SKY
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Once you have determined the mounting location, use the mounting bracket as a
template and mark the wall with the location of the four screw holes in the bracket.
Then, using a 3/32 in. drill bit, drill pilot holes in the wall for the screws and screw
the bracket to the wall. Now proceed to the section titled, AntennaAdjustment on
page 6.
Roof Mount
When mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building, mount the antenna
as close to the peak of the roof as possible. Remember to avoid blocking the
antenna’s view of the sky by locating it where a chimney or gable may obstruct
the sky view.
The antenna mounting bracket may be oriented in a vertical position as shown,
and mounted directly to the roof of the building or home using the #10 screws
suppliedwiththe antenna.
MOUNTING
HOLES
Once you have determined the mounting location, use the mounting bracket as a
template and mark the roof with the location of the four screw holes in the
mounting bracket. Then, using a 3/32 in. drill bit, drill pilot holes in the roof for the
screws. It may be necessary to fill the holes with a small amount of roof cement
or caulk to insure a watertight installation. Screw the bracket to the roof using the
#10 screws provided. Now proceed to the section titled, AntennaAdjustment on
page 6.
Mast Mount
The outdoor antenna can be mounted on most any mast or pole with the use of
the included U-bolts and mounting brackets. If you have a satellite TV dish, the
outdoor antenna may be mounted on the same mast as the satellite dish.
To mount the antenna to the mast, you will need to use the two supplied U-bolts,

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the two mounting brackets, and the four hex nuts. Keep in mind that the antenna
cable is routed under the lower U-bolt, in the slot provided in the antenna base as
shown.
Slide one of the U-bolts through the holes at the top of the mounting bracket. Then
slide one of the mounting brackets over the two legs of the U-bolt.
Next, screw the hex nuts on each leg until they are snug. Do not yet tighten the
hex nuts beyond finger tight. Repeat this procedure with the other U-bolt. When
all the hex nuts are snug, verify that the antenna is facing the correct direction
and begin tightening each hex nut with a 3/8” wrench. Turn each hex nut one-half
turn and then move to the next hex nut repeating this one-half turn pattern until all
the hex nuts are equally tight.Tighten the hex nuts enough so that the antenna is
secured to the mast or pole, but do not overtighten them. Now proceed to the next
section titled, AntennaAdjustment.
Antenna Adjustment
There are two types of adjustments that are possible on the antenna: the antenna
pod itself and the antenna support arm.

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2
Slightly loosen the adjustment screws and adjust the antenna so that the top of the
antenna pod is level, with the top of the pod horizontal to the sky. When the
antenna is adjusted properly, tighten the screws being careful not to overtighten
them.
Antenna Cable Installation
Once the antenna is securely mounted, you can attach the antenna cable to the
antenna pod. When the cable is connected to the antenna pod, slide the rubber
boot over the connection as shown to provide a weather proof seal.
Route the remainder of the antenna cable into the home or building to your
SIRIUS receiver. If the antenna cable is not long enough to reach your SIRIUS
receiver, you may purchase an extension antenna cable. Do not cut the antenna
cable.
When routing the antenna cable, be careful not to pinch, squash, kink, or crimp
the cable, or cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable.
Troubleshooting
SIRIUS receiver displays “Antenna Error” or “Check Antenna” message. Check
the antenna cable connections to be sure they are connected tightly.
SIRIUS receiver displays “No Signal” or “Acquiring Signal” message. The
receiver is not receiving a good SIRIUS signal. Check that the antenna has a
clear view of the sky, and that the antenna is pointed in the direction of the
SIRIUS satellites. (See the section titled, Antenna Location.)

©2006SiriusSatelliteRadio Inc.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
[phone]
www.sirius.com
PartNo. N14210(Rev.07-06)
Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Antenna:
Frequency .......................................................................................2320to2332.5MHz
Impedance ...................................................................................................... 50 ohms
LNA:
Gain...........................................................................................................42 dB, typical
NoiseFigure .............................................................................................0.7 dB, typical
CurrentDrain.................................................................................... 160 mA, maximum
MechanicalSpecifications
Antenna:
Radome Diameter................................................................................................ 95mm
ArmLength.................................................................................................................. 8”
Material.................................................................................................................... AES
CableType ..............................................................................................RG-58 coaxial
CableLength ....................................................................................................... 30 feet
AntennaConnector ................................................................................................. SMA
Cable Connectors ....................................................................................... SMA&SMB
Weight(including cable).....................................................................................1.75 lbs
Temperature Range ..............................................................................-40°F to +185°F

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