Sirius Satellite Radio Satellite Stratus 4 User manual

Stratus 4
Stratus 4
Satellite Radio
User Guide
User Guide

Congratulations on the Purchase of your new SIRIUS
Stratus 4 Dock & Play Radio
Your new SIRIUS Stratus 4 Dock & Play Radio lets you enjoy SIRIUS®Satellite Radio’s
digital entertainment in any vehicle where you’ve installed the included Vehicle Docking
Station. Your Stratus 4 is also compatible with the SUPH1 SIRIUS Universal Dock &
Play Home Kit, the SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Dock & Play Vehicle Kit, and the SUBX1
SIRIUS Dock & Play Universal Boombox (each sold separately).
Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of your Stratus 4’s features and capabili-
ties. For the latest information about this and other SIRIUS products and accessories,
visit http://www.sirius.com.

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Canadian Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
COPYRIGHTS & TRADEMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PACKAGE CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mounting the Vehicle Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing the Magnetic Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Docking Your SIRIUS Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cable Separation and Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Connecting Your Stratus 4 to Your Vehicle’s Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Direct Wired Audio Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Direct FM Audio Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cassette Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Wireless Audio Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Wireless Audio Connection Using the FM Extender Antenna . . . . . . . . . 45
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
SIRIUS Stratus 4 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Vehicle Dock Reference Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Display Screen Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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Changing Channels and Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Selecting Channels Directly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Channel Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
FM Presets/MENU Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Jump Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
MENU OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
SIRIUS ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
FM Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Audio Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Jump Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Channel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Factory Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
SIRIUS ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

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Warning and Safety Information
FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Note: 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 when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. 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 com-
munications. 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:
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.
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WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canadian Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
General Precautions
Liquid Crystal Precautions
If the LCD screen on the radio is damaged, do not to touch the liquid crystal fluid. If any
of the following situations happen, take the action indicated:
If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a
cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.
If the liquid crystal fluid gets into your eye, flush the eye with clean water for at
least 15 minutes. Seek medical care.
If the liquid crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink
large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.
Safety Precautions
Be sure to observe the following warnings. Failure to follow these safety instructions and
warnings may result in a serious accident.
Do not operate your Stratus 4 in a way that might divert your attention from driving
safely. As a driver, you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle in ac-
cordance with traffic safety laws at all times.
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Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield, or of
your vehicle’s indicator displays.
Do not install the unit where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an
airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of
an accident.
Be sure the unit is installed as described in the installation instructions which accompa-
ny each accessory kit. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is not responsible for issues arising from
installations which were not installed according to the instructions.
To avoid short circuits, do not open the unit, and never put or leave any metallic
objects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the unit.
If the unit emits smoke or unusual odors, turn the power off immediately, and discon-
nect the unit from any power source.
Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.
If the unit doesn’t seem to be working properly, turn the unit off, wait 10 seconds
and then turn it on again.
Theinstallationandusesuggestionscontainedinthismanualaresubjecttoanyrestrictions
or limitations that may be imposed by applicable law. The purchaser should check
applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing and/or operating
this unit.
Do not install the FM Extender Antenna where it will hinder or block your view. In
some states it may be illegal to mount it on the windshield of your vehicle. Check
applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing the FM Extender
Antenna on your windshield.
Do not install the FM Extender Antenna where it may hinder the function of safety
devices such as an airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning prop-
erly in the event of an accident.
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Warnings
Notice To Drivers In California and Minnesota
State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on
their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other dashboard or friction mounting
options should be used. SIRIUS does not take any responsibility for any fines, penalties,
or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California
Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71)
Operating Temperature
The Stratus 4 is designed to operate between -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F). Avoid leaving
theradioinavehicleorelsewherewherethetemperaturemayfalloutsidethisrange.Extreme
temperatures or extreme temperature fluctuations can degrade the performance of the
LCD display screen, and possibly damage it.
Cleaning and Maintenance
If the radio or accessories become dirty, turn the power off and wipe it clean with a
soft cloth. Do not use hard cloths, strong cleaning fluids, paint thinner, alcohol, or other
volatile solvents to clean. These may cause damage to the radio.
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
TheVehicleDockcannotbepowereddirectlyfromavehicle’s12VDCpowersystem.Itmustbe
poweredfromthevehicle’scigarettelighterorsimilarpowerportusingtheincludedCigarette
Lighter Adapter or an equivalent DC power adapter (see your local electronics dealer).
Connecting the Vehicle Dock directly to the vehicle’s 12VDC power system may result
in damage to the Vehicle Dock or SIRIUS radio, or both.

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Copyrights & Trademarks
© 2007 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved.
® “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS
Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, sports team names, album art,
and logos are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
Portions of the software on this radio are licensed under the eCos License. Distribu-
tion of eCos requires that the eCos source code be made available to SIRIUS Satellite
Radio customers. The eCos License and eCos source code are available to the public
at http://www.sirius.com/ecoslicense.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio reserves all rights to all radio software not covered under the
eCos license. This includes all portions of radio software that were not distributed to
SIRIUS as part of the eCos operating system.
Hardware, subscription and activation fee required. For full Terms & Conditions, visit
http://sirius.com. Prices and programming are subject to change. Not available in HI
and AK. Equipment and subscription sold separately. Installation required with some
equipment.

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Package Contents
The following items are included with your purchase of the SIRIUS Stratus 4 radio:
Adhesive Dash Mount Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks
Cigarette Lighter
Adapter
Vehicle Dock
Stratus 4 Radio

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FM Extender Antenna Suction Cups (2) Self Adhesive
Cable Guides (3)
Magnetic
Antenna
Antenna
Cover/Tail
Screws Alcohol
Swab
User Guide

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Unpack your SIRIUS Stratus 4 radio carefully and make sure that everything shown is
present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if your the radio fails to operate, notify
your dealer immediately. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing
materials in case you need to ship your radio in the future.

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Installation
SIRIUS suggests that you have your Stratus 4 professionally-installed in your vehicle.
Professional installation provides an experienced technician to install this product in your
vehicle, advice for selecting a suitable mounting location for the Vehicle Dock, installation of
the antenna, and proper routing of all the necessary wires and cables. If the locations of your
SIRIUS radio and your vehicle’s FM antenna make the performance the SIRIUS radio’s built-
in FM transmitter within your vehicle poor, a professional installer will have the necessary
accessoriestoinstallanoptionalFMDirectAdapteroraudiocabletoconnecttheaudiooutput
of the Vehicle Dock directly to your vehicle’s audio system. Ask your SIRIUS retailer if they
provide professional installation services, or can recommend a professional installation
service.
Location
When installing the Vehicle Dock in your vehicle, choose a location in your vehicle where
it will not block your vision, interfere with the vehicle controls, or obstruct the air bag.
The location should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and
should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight which will affect the visibility of
the display screen.
Figure 1 shows two examples of the Stratus 4 mounted in a vehicle: Ais the dash mount
method, and Bis the vent mount method using the vent mount clip.

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A. B.
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B.
Figure 1

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Mounting the Vehicle Dock
Dash Mount Method (A)
Attach the dash mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws (see Figure 2).
Select the mounting position carefully before adhering the mount to your vehicle. Once
the mount has been adhered to a surface, it will not be possible to remove it and adhere
it again.
Once you’ve selected a mounting location, clean the mounting surface area in the ve-
hicle with the provided alcohol swab. Peel the protective material off the adhesive on the
foot and press the foot firmly against the vehicle surface.
Allow the adhesive to adhere for a minimum of 2-4 hours before using the mount. The
best adhesion occurs after 24 hours.
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
Figure 2

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Vent Mount Method (B)
To mount the vehicle dock using the vent mount, install the vent mount as follows:
If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the supplied
longer vent hooks with the vent mount. Refer to Figure 3 and install the longer vent
hooks into the vent mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks
as shown.
Attach the vent mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws (see Figure 4).
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2.
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
Figure 4
Slide Short
Vent Hooks Out
Remove
End Cap
Slide Extended
Vent Hooks In
Replace
End Cap
Figure 3

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Refer to Figure 5 and attach the vent mount to a heating/air conditioning vent in
your vehicle. Position the two tension springs Aagainst a vent louver B. Then push
the vent mount into the vent, far enough so that the hooks Cdrop down and hook
the rear of the vent louver (see Figure 6). Once you are sure that the hooks have
grasped a vent louver, the tension springs Awill keep the vent mount hooked to
the louver.
3.
FM OUT ANT
C
B
A
D
PUSH
FM OUT ANT HOOKED
Figure 5
Figure 6

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The angle of the docking station may be changed by changing the position of foot
Don the vent mount to a different adjustment hole (see Figure 7).
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FM OUT ANT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
D
Figure 7

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Installing the Magnetic Antenna
Caution
Because adhesive is used in the installation of the Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail, we
recommend that you install the antenna at or above room temperature (68° F).
The adhesive on the Rubber Cover/Tail may not adhere properly to the vehicle roof at
temperatures lower than this. Warmer temperatures will also make it easier to route of
the antenna cable through the rubber molding around the windows and in other areas
in the vehicle. Maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72 hours at room temperature,
so you should avoid car washes as well as other contact with the antenna and Rubber
Cover/Tail during this 72 hour period.
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 degrade the SIRIUS signal
or make it unavailable, and can also cause water to intrude via the cable into the antenna
causing the antenna to fail.
Do not lengthen or shorten the antenna cable by cutting it. Doing so will cause the
antenna to not function properly.
Installation
Installing the magnetic antenna consists of two steps:
Mounting the magnetic antenna and Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail on the vehicle
Routing the antenna cable through the vehicle to the Vehicle Dock
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