Sirius Satellite Radio Status 4 User manual

Congratulations on the Purchase of your new SIRIUS
Stratus 4Piug-n-Piay Radio
Your new SIRIUS Stratus 4Plug-n-Play Radio lets you enjoy SIRIUS'B~ Satellite Radio's
digital entertainment
in any vehicle where you've installed the included Vehicle Docking
Station. Your Stratus 4is also compatible with the SUPH1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and
Play Home Kit, the SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit, and the SUBX1
SIRIUS Plug and 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.
SIRIUS.
SATELLITE RADIO
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TABLE OF CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . .
WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION
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FCC Information . .
Canadian Compliance
General Precautions .
Warnings
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COPYRIGHTS &TRADEMARKS
PACKAGE CONTENTS.
INSTALLA
TION. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Location. . . . . . . .
Mounting the Vehicle Dock
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Installing the Magnetic Antenna . . . .
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter
Docking Your SIRIUS
Radio. . . . . .
Connecting Your Stratus 4to Your Vehicle's Audio System
Direct
Wired Audio Connection
Direct
FM Audio Connection
Cassette
Adapter. .....
Wireless Audio
Connection. .
Wireless Audio Connection Using the
FM Extender Antenna
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SIRIUS Stratus 4Front Panel .
Vehicle
Dock Reference Guide.
OPERATION. .........
Display Screen Information . .
Changing Channels and Categories.
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Selecting Channels Directly .
Channel Presets . . . .
FM Presets/MENU Button .
Jump Button . .
MENU OPTIONS .
SIRIUS 10 ..
FM Transmitter .
Settings. . . .
Display Options
Audio Level
Tones ...
Clock
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Jump Settings
Channel Lock
Signal
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Factory Default .
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS.
WARRANTY .
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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:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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 acommercial 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:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
4. 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 Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la c1asse Best conforme ala 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:
1. 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.
2. If the liquid crystal fluid gets into your eye, flush the eye with clean water for at
least
15 minutes. Seek medical care.
3. 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 aserious accident.
•Do not operate your Stratus 4
in away that might divert your attention from driving
safely. As adriver1you 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 unitis 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.
•Theinstallationandusesuggestionscontained
in thismanual aresubjecttoanyrestrictions
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 aresult of disregarding this notice. (See California
Vehicle Code Section 26 708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71)
Operating Temperature
The Stratus 4is designed to operate between -20
0
to +85
0C
(_4
0to +
185
0
F). Avoid leaving
theradio
in avehicle or elsewhere where thetemperaturemay fall outside this range. 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
TheVehicle Dockcan notbe powered directlyfromavehicle's 1 2VDCpowersystem.lt mustbe
powered fromthe vehicle's cigarette lighter orsimilar power port usingthe included Cigarette
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 4radio:
Stratus 4Radio
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SIRIUS~
Vehicle Dock
Adhesive Dash
Mount
Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks Cigarette Lighter Adapter
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Magnetic
Antenna Antenna
Screws
Cover/Tail
Alcohol
Prep Pad
Alcohol
Swab
User Guide
FM Extender Antenna
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Suction Cups (2)
Self Adhesive
Cable Guides (3)

Unpack your SIRIUS Stratus 4 radio carefully and make sure that everything shown is
nrp.~p.nt. If rlnvthinn i~ mi~~inn or nrlmanp.n. or if your the radio fails to ooerate. notifv
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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
accessories to installan optional FM DirectAdapteroraudio cableto connect the audio output
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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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).
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
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 aminimum of 2-4 hours before using the mount. The
best adhesion occurs after 24 hours.
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Vent Mount Method (B)
To mount the vehicle dock using the vent mount, install the vent mount as follows:
1. 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 3and install the longer vent
hooks into the vent mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks
as shown.
Remove
End Cap Slide
Short
Vent Hooks Out Slide Extended Vent Hooks In
Replace
End Cap
Figure 3
2. Attach the vent mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws (see Figure 4).
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
Figure 4
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3. Refer to Figure 5and attach the vent mount to a heating/air conditioning vent in
your vehicle. Position the two tension springs A against avent louver B. Then push
the vent mount into the vent, far enough so that the hooks C drop down and hook
the rear of the vent louver (see Figure 6). Once you are sure that the hooks have
grasped avent louver, the tension springs Awill keep the vent mount hooked to
the louver.
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Figure 5
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HOOKED
Figure 6

4. The angle of the docking station may be changed by changing the position of foot
oon the vent mount to a different adjustment hole (see Figure 7).
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
0
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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