Sirius Satellite Radio STILETTO 10 100306B User manual

Live Portable Satellite Radio
User Guide

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Stiletto 10!
The Stiletto 10™ is SIRIUS’s first live personal satellite radio. It includes everything you need
to listen live to SIRIUS®radio almost anywhere you want to go. Powerful features allow you
to record up to 10 hours of SIRIUS broadcasts.
With your Stiletto 10 you can:
Listen live to more than 125 SIRIUS satellite channels of 100% commercial free music,
sports, and talk programming.
Store up to 10 hours of recordings from live SIRIUS broadcasts.
Schedule recordings up to 6 hours long so you never miss your favorite shows.
Mark any music or artist you hear for a seek alert, which will alert you whenever that song
or artist is playing.
The Stiletto 10 includes My Sirius Studio™ software to keep the device software current.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FCC Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FCC Interference Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Canadian Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
PACKAGE CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
BATTERY LIFE, INSTALLATION, AND CHARGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Stiletto 10 Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using the Media Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Turning the Stiletto 10 On/Off, Sleep, and Lock Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Navigating Menus and Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Receiving the SIRIUS Satellite Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connecting the Stiletto 10 to a PC Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Radio Replays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
MY SIRIUS STUDIO SOFTWARE INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

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SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
COPYRIGHTS & TRADEMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Copyrighted Broadcast Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Copyrights & Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
SIRIUS ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
INDEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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Warning and Safety Information
FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
FCC Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 communications. 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 turn-
ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and 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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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with the FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
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
SIRIUS disclaims all liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage as a result of
the use or misuse of this product.
Volume and Hearing Safety Precautions
When listening to your Stiletto, be aware of your surroundings. The use of earbuds or
headphones while riding a bike or operating a vehicle or motorcycle may be prohibited by
law, and is not recommended.
If you experience ringing in the ears while listening, stop using the Stiletto and consult a
medical professional.
When using your Stiletto, start the volume low and gradually turn it up to a medium level
which you can hear. If the ambient sounds around you are noisy or loud, do not turn the
volume up to high level. Find a quieter location instead.
Permanent hearing loss can occur if you set the volume too high. Your ears adapt to the
loud volume and can be permanently damaged.
The use of earbuds or headphones for an extended period of time can cause serious
damage to your ears. Wearing them for prolonged periods of time or while sleeping is not
recommended.
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Liquid Crystal Precautions
If the LCD screen on the Stiletto 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.
General 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 expose the Stiletto to moisture or use it near or in water. Do not handle it with wet
hands, or let water or any other liquid spill on or in it.
Do not operate the Stiletto in a way that might divert your attention from driving safely. As
a driver, you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle in accordance with
traffic safety laws at all times.
Be sure the unit is installed as described in the installation instructions in this guide. When
installing the unit using a Vehicle Kit, Home Kit or Executive Sound System, follow the
installation instructions included with those accessories.
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 disconnect
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, remove the battery from
the unit, wait 10 seconds, replace the battery and then turn it on again.
My Sirius Studio Software
The My Sirius Studio software CD-ROM included with the Stiletto 10 will allow you to con-
nect your Stiletto 10 to your PC computer running the Windows® XP operating system with
Service Pack 2. Be sure to periodically connect the Stiletto 10 to your PC computer to load
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the latest device software updates. Refer to the user guide included on the software CD-ROM
for further information on installing and using the software.
The My Sirius Studio software should be installed before connecting the Stiletto 10 to your
PC computer.
Operating Temperature
The Stiletto 10 is designed to operate between -5° to +40° C (23° to 104° F). Avoid leaving
the unit in a vehicle or elsewhere where the temperature may 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 Stiletto 10 becomes dirty, turn the power off and wipe it clean with a soft clean cloth.
Do not use hard cloths, paint thinner, alcohol, or other volatile solvents to clean. These may
cause damage to the unit.

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Package Contents
The following items are included with your purchase of the Stiletto 10:
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Stiletto 10Stiletto 10 Two Batteries
(Standard & Slim)
Two Batteries
(Standard & Slim)
Antenna HeadphonesAntenna Headphones

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SOFTWARE VERSION XXXX
Personal Satellite Radio Receiver
STILETT0 10
Quick Start Guide
Personal Satellite Radio Receiver
STILETT0 10
User Guide
Enhancing thE vErsatility of your stilEtto
Stiletto Vehicle Kit (Model SLV1)
In order to use your Stiletto in a vehicle, you will need the Stiletto Vehicle Kit. The kit includes
a compact vehicle dock that rapidly charges your Stiletto’s battery, connects to an externally
mounted antenna for more reliable reception, and plays audio through your vehicle’s stereo
system. Ten dedicated preset buttons (30 presets total) and an included remote control make
it easy to tune and operate your Stiletto without taking your eyes from the road.
Stiletto Home Kit (Model SLH1)
The Stiletto Home Kit provides everything you need to use the Stiletto in your home or office.
The sleek home dock provides a convenient way to charge your Stiletto’s battery along with
an extra slot for charging a spare battery. The included indoor/outdoor antenna provides im-
proved reception, while audio cables enable you to connect the Stiletto to amplified speakers
or a home entertainment system. A remote control is included, along with USB cable and PC
computer software for optionally connecting the home dock to your PC computer.
AC AdapterAC AdapterEar Buds
& Pads
Ear Buds
& Pads
User Guide, Quick Start Guide,
Inserts, and PC Software CD
User Guide, Quick Start Guide,
Inserts, and PC Software CD
USB CableUSB Cable

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Battery Life, Installation, and Charging
Two batteries are supplied with your Stiletto 10, a slim battery and a standard battery. The
batteries when fully charged will provide a range of listening times depending on the listening
mode. The following table provides the approximate listening times:
Listening
Mode
Approximate Listening Time
Standard Battery Slim Battery
Satellite Radio 4 hours 2 hours
Library 20 hours 10 hours
Radio Replays 20 hours 10 hours
As batteries age, the amount of listening time diminishes. Replacement (or spare) batteries
are available from your SIRIUS product distributor.
The amount of listening time the battery provides is dependent upon several settings: de-
creasing the length of time the backlight of the display screen remains on will prolong battery
life as well as adjusting the brightness of the display screen to a dimmer setting. Both of
these adjustments are made through the Settings menu. Refer to Brightness and Backlight
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Stiletto 10 Battery Installation and Removal
To install the battery, refer to Figure 1 and slide the bottom of the battery (1) into the bottom
of Stiletto 10 (2) until the battery engages the clips. Then press the left side of the battery
down (3) until the release latch (4) locks the battery in place.
To remove the battery from the Stiletto 10, pull the release latch (4). When the battery pops
up, grasp the battery and slide it toward the latch until it disengages from the radio.
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Battery Charging
The battery in the Stiletto 10 is shipped partially charged but should be fully charged before
using. For the fastest charging time, the Stiletto 10 should be turned off while the battery is
being charged. When off, a fully discharged slim battery will charge in 2 hours and a standard
battery will charge in 4 hours.
To charge the Stiletto, power the unit off and connect the AC Adapter as shown in Figure 2.
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Battery Disposal
When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with the local waste disposal regulations.
Batteries should not be disposed of in household waste, but should be recycled instead.
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Controls
Stiletto 10 Reference Guide
Figure 1 identifies the buttons, controls, and connectors of the Stiletto 10.
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Fast Forward
Record
Media Dial
Play/Pause
Home
Display
Rewind
Select
Back
Power/Lock
Volume
Up/Down
Options
Display Screen
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Headphone
Jack
Power
Connector
Antenna Headphones
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Docking Connector
Satellite Radio
Library
Radio Replays
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The following table describes the functions of the buttons and controls on the Stiletto 10.
Stiletto 10 Button and Control Descriptions
Button Action Satellite Radio Mode Replay/Library
Mode
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Power/Lock
Slide
Up Locks all buttons on the Stiletto 10
Center Unlocks all buttons on the Stiletto 10
Slide
Down
Slide down and release: Turns Stiletto 10 On (if Off), or places
radio in sleep mode (if On)
Slide down and hold for 5 seconds: Turns the Stiletto 10 Off
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Volume
Press +Increases the audio volume
—Decreases the audio volume
Play/Pause
Press Pauses a broadcast or resumes
playing a paused broadcast
Pauses or resumes playing
the recording
Rewind
Press
If listening, skips to the previ-
ous song or show
If in a channel or preset list,
moves through categories or
preset banks
Skips to the beginning of the
song or show
Hold If listening, rewinds through a
broadcast
Rewinds through song or
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Stiletto 10 Button and Control Descriptions Continued
Button Action Satellite Radio Mode Replay/Library
Mode
Fast-Forward
Press
If listening, skips in the replay
buffer to the next song or show
If in a channel or preset list,
moves through categories or
preset banks
Skips to the next song or
show
Hold Fast-Forwards through the
replay buffer
Fast-Forwards through song
or show
Record
Press Displays recording setup
screen. While recording,
prompts to stop recording
No Action
Hold No Action
Media Dial
Scroll If listening, displays channel or category list
If in a list, menu, or prompt, scrolls to next or previous item
Select
Press Selects highlighted item a in list, menu, or prompt
back
Press Returns back to the screen displayed just prior to the currently
displayed screen
home
Press First press returns to the Home screen
Additional press returns to the Now Playing screen
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Press Displays available options for the currently displayed screen
If no options are available, nothing is displayed

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Stiletto 10 Button and Control Descriptions Continued
Button Action Satellite Radio Mode Replay/Library
Mode
display
Press
Cycles between 3-chan-
nel display mode, 6-channel
display mode, artist name, and
song title when in the channel
browsing mode
Cycles list of recordings
between order by date or by
channel (Library mode only)

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Using the Media Dial
The Media Dial of the Stiletto 10 is controlled by placing your finger on the Media Dial
and rotating the dial clockwise or counter-clockwise to scroll, highlighting a channel, genre,
preset, menu item, or list item. (Figure 4) It may also be pressed at the north, south, east
and west locations for selecting Play/Pause, Record, Fast-Forward, and Rewind as
labeled. Pressing the center button provides the Select function for selecting a highlighted
item.
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Getting Started
Turning the Stiletto 10 On/Off, Sleep, and Lock Modes
To turn the Stiletto 10 on, slide the Power/Lock switch down momentarily and then release it.
When on, to put the Stiletto into sleep mode, slide the Power/Lock switch down momen-
tarily and release it. The Stiletto will display Going to Sleep. (Figure 1) Sleep mode allows the
Stiletto to start up quickly when powered on. The Stiletto will power itself completely off after
18 hours of sleep.
To turn the Stiletto 10 completely off, hold the Power/Lock switch down for 5 seconds
until the display goes blank. When completely off, the battery will remain charged for several
weeks. When completely off, the Stiletto will take 1–2 minutes to power up. (Figure 2)
The Stiletto 10 may be locked to prevent the accidental pressing of a button by sliding the
Power/Lock switch up to the locked position (Figure 3) The Power/Lock switch must be
placed back into the unlocked (center) position for the other buttons to function.
Locked
+
Unlocked
Going To Sleep
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