Sirius Satellite Radio SST8V1 User manual

Dock & Play Radio + Vehicle Kit
User Guide

If you experience problems with the operation
or performance of your SiriusXM product,
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR RETAILER.
Call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-800-869-5364
and speak to one of our service representatives.

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................5
Features ............................6
Safety and Care Information ...........7
What’s in the Box? ...................9
Starmate 8 Functions................10
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock .......... 11
Vehicle Installation.............13
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your
Radio ............................14
Step 2: Install the Vent or Dash Mount . 16
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount
Antenna ......................... 20
Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount
Antenna Cable ....................27
Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed
at the Rear of the Roof:............ 32
Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount
Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter ......................... 38
Step 6: Connect the Audio........... 39
Subscribe.................... 49
Using Your Starmate 8 ........ 53
The Main Display ................... 54
Navigation Basics .................. 55
Listening to Satellite Radio .......... 57
FM Presets ........................ 62
Special Features .............. 63
Pause & Replay .................... 64
Color Themes...................... 66
Trim Rings .........................67
Parental Controls ...................70
Where Else Can You Use Your
Starmate 8?................ 75
Configuring Your Starmate 8 ....77
Sirius ID ...........................78
Find Available FM Channels in Your
Area .............................79
Turning the FM Transmitter On or Off . 82
Set and Select an FM Channel........84
Jump Settings ..................... 87
Set Brightness .....................88
Set Audio Level .................... 89
Signal Indicator .................... 90
Auto Shut Off.......................91
Factory Settings ................... 92
Demo Mode ....................... 93
Troubleshooting .............. 95
Product Specifications .........101
Patent Information .................103
Environmental Information ..........103
SiriusXM 90-Day Limited
Warranty...................107

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Introduction

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Features
Thank you for purchasing the Sirius Starmate 8 with Vehicle Kit!
Sirius Starmate 8 has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:
• Choose from six different display colors to match your dash lights, and
personalize with the trim rings.
• Pause, rewind and replay live satellite radio.
• View artist name, song title, and channel information on the large color
display.
• Listen at home, the office, outdoors or in multiple vehicles with optional
accessory kits — all with just one subscription.
• Hear SiriusXM through your existing vehicle radio with easy, do-it-yourself
installation.*
• Browse other channels while listening to the current one.
• Store up to 10 of your favorite channels.
• Lock and unlock channels with mature content using easy-to-use Parental
Control.
• One-Touch Jump™ to traffic and weather for the city of your choice, or back
to your previous channel.
• Includes PowerConnect™ Vehicle Kit.
• Works on the Sirius network.
Please read through this User Guide before using your Starmate 8!
*Requires an FM radio or Aux In capability. Use the included Aux In Cable if your vehicle has
Aux In capability for best performance.
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Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your
convenience. It is your responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge,
skills, and physical ability required to properly perform an installation. SiriusXM
shall have no liability for damage or injury resulting from the installation or use
of any SiriusXM or third party products. It is your responsibility to ensure that all
products are installed in adherence with local laws and regulations and in such a
manner as to allow a vehicle to be operated safely and without distraction.
SiriusXM product warranties do not cover the installation, removal or
reinstallation of any product.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140ûF or below -4ûF, or
above 60ûC or below -20ûC).
• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not touch
the device with wet hands.
• Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
• Do not store in dusty areas.
• Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time, and do not
expose to fire, flame, or other heat sources.
• Do not try to disassemble and/or repair device yourself.
• Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact.
• Do not place heavy objects on device.
• Do not subject device to excessive pressure.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid.

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Warning!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• 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 comes into contact with your eyes, flush the eyes
with clean water for at least 15 minutes and 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.
• Make sure that you insert the PowerConnect™ Power Adapter all the way
into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket.
• If you are using PowerConnect as your audio connection option, it is
advisable not to insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle cigarette
lighter or power adapter socket to simultaneously power other devices.
Some multi-outlet adapters can prevent the PowerConnect feature from
working properly.
• When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the road
and hands on the steering wheel. Not doing so could result in personal injury,
death, and/or damage to your device, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or
other property.
• Vehicle installation, service activation, and Radio configuration functions should
not be performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before
beginning installation.
• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Your device should be placed in your vehicle where it will not interfere with the
function of safety features, e.g., deployment of airbags. Failure to correctly place
device may 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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What’s in the Box?
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jump
FM
menu
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Starmate 8 Radio PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Magnetic Mount
Antenna & Tail
Antenna & Dash Mount
Alcohol Preparation Pads
PowerConnect
Power Adapter
Aux In Cable
Trim Rings Trim Ring Removal Tool
Vent Mount
and Extended
Vent Clamps
Screws
Dash Mount

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Starmate 8 Functions
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jump
FM
menu
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Power Button
Press to turn Radio on
and off.
Left and Right Buttons
Press to search for
channels by category.
Up and Down Buttons
Press to preview and tune
to channels through the
channel lineup; also press
to scroll through lists and
highlight menu items.
Menu Button
Press to access advanced
features and configuration
options; in configuration
options, press and hold
to return to main display
screen.
Select Button
Press to confirm
selection of highlighted
items in a menu or list.
FM Button
Press to access and cycle
through FM presets.
Jump Button
Press to directly access
traffic and weather for
the city of your choice;
or press it to go back
to the previous channel
to which you were
listening.
Direct Button
Press first before
entering the channel
number, to directly
tune to a channel.
Number Buttons
Press to tune to
a stored favorite
channel, press and
hold to store a
favorite channel;
also enter a channel
number.
Trim Ring
Changeable
decorative
Trim Ring.
Pause and Replay
Buttons
Pause, rewind, and
replay up to 30
minutes of live radio.
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PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Color-Coded Connections
The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect. Just
match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes
where.
ANT (Silver)
Connection for
the Magnetic
Mount Antenna.
AUDIO (Green)
Connection for
Aux In Cable or
Cassette Adapter
(sold separately).
Front View
PWR (Red)
Connection for
PowerConnect
Power Adapter.
FM (Blue)
Connection for
optional FM
Direct Adapter
(sold separately).
AUDIO
PWR FM ANT
Docking Rails
Fits into slots
on the rear of
Starmate 8 to
secure the Radio.

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Vehicle Installation

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WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install Starmate 8 while driving. Park your
vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation.
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio
When installing Starmate 8 in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not
block your vision, interfere with the 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.
Several examples of Starmate 8 mounted in a vehicle are shown: Ais the on
dash method using the Dash Mount, and Bis the vent clip method using the Vent
Mount.
A.
A.
Option
1O
ption 2
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direct
jump
FM
menu
1
23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
direct
jump
FM
menu
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B.
A.
B.
Option 3
Option
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ption 5

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Vehicle Installation
Step 2: Install the Vent or Dash Mount
Depending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or the
Vent Mount.
Installing the Dash Mount:
CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be difficult
to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces (contact
your vehicle dealer if you are unsure about your dash surface), and
make sure the air temperature is at least 60°F (15°C) during
installation. If it’s not at least 60°F, turn on the heater in your
vehicle to bring the temperature up to 60°F.
1 Locate a flat surface for the Dash Mount. Make sure there is ample room
for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Starmate 8 when installed.
2 Set the orientation of the Dash
Mount before adhering it. Loosen
the knob and adjust the adhesive
foot for the location you selected in
“Step 1: Choose a Location for Your
Radio” on page 14:
•Option 1 & Option 3 should be
oriented as I.
•Option 2 should be oriented as II.
3 Attach the Dash Mount to the PowerConnect
Vehicle Dock using the provided screws.
4 Clean the surface with the alcohol
preparation pad and let it dry thoroughly.
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5 Peel off the adhesive liner. Position, press, and
hold the Dash Mount and PowerConnect Vehicle
Dock in place for 30 seconds.
IMPORTANT! Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to
cure (dry) for a minimum of 2-4 hours before using
the mount. The best adhesion occurs after 24
hours.
6 The dock mounting plate can be tilted in different directions. Adjust as
necessary for your particular vehicle. When the orientation is correct,
tighten the knob.
TIP! To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with your fingers or a spoon.
Warming the pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the
adhesive.
Knob Adhesive Foot Dock Mounting
Plate

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Vehicle Installation
Installing the Vent Mount:
1 Locate a vent with horizontal louvers
sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect
Vehicle Dock and Radio.
2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle are
recessed, you may need to use the longer
vent clamps with the Vent Mount. If so,
Remove the shorter vent clamps and
install the longer ones into the Vent
Mount. Be sure to observe the orientation
of the vent clamps as shown.
Extended Vent Clamps
Short Vent
Clamps
Slide Short Vent Clamps Out
Remove End Cap
Slide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End Cap

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3 Attach the Vent Mount to the
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the
provided screws.
4 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle
vent as shown (1) until it hooks on the
rear of the vent louver (2).
5 Rest the foot against the bottom of the
vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the Vent
Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3).
To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent. Then lift up until
disengaged from the rear of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount.
PUSH
Dash
Vent
Louver
Vent Vent
Dash Dash
HOOKED
TILT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
FOOT
1 2 3

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Vehicle Installation
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna
The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any
metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle.
To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna:
1 Choose the best location for your antenna
considering your own personal situation. Pay
particular attention to any accessories that you may
have like luggage racks and how frequently you may use
them.
Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna
above either the front windshield or the back window as shown.
Magnet