Sirius Satellite Radio SUPV1C Plug & Play Instruction Manual

Installation + User Guide
Plug & Play
Vehicle Kit

Congratulations on the purchase of your new SUPV1C
SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit
Your new SUPV1C SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit lets you enjoy SIRIUS®
Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment in any vehicle. Use this manual as a guide for the
proper installation.
The SUPV1C SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit will work with most new
SIRIUS plug and play satellite radios. See your Plug and Play user manual for specific
product compatibility.
For the latest information about this and other SIRIUS products and accessories, visit
http://www.siriuscanada.ca.

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
IC Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Product Compatibility Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
COPYRIGHTS & TRADEMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
PACKAGE CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing the Vehicle Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Antenna Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cable Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Docking the SIRIUS Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Maximizing Audio Quality From Your SIRIUS Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Direct Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
SIRIUS ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Warning and Safety Information
IC Caution
“Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.”
“To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not
more than that required for successful communication”.
“This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of
[2] dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry
Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.”
“To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that permitted for successful communication.”
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
Safety Precautions
Be sure to observe the following warnings. Failure to follow these safety instructions
and warnings may result in a serious accident and/or personal injury.
Installation must be performed according to this installation guide. SIRIUS is not
responsible for issues arising from installations not performed according to the proce-
dures in this guide.
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Do not operate the SIRIUS radio 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.
Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield, or of
your vehicle’s indicator displays.
Before attaching the suction cup mount to your windshield, you should check your
state and local laws for regulations regarding mounting this device on your windshield.
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.
To avoid short circuits, do not open the unit, and never put or leave any metallic ob-
jects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the vehicle dock.
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.
The installation and use suggestions contained in this manual are subject to any
restrictions or limitations that may be imposed by applicable law. The purchaser should
check applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing and/or operat-
ing this unit.
Product Compatibility Notice
The SUPV1C is compatible only with plug and play products that use the New
SIRIUS Universal Docking capability. This product specifically is not intended nor is it
approved for use with SIRIUS radios exhibiting FCC identification numbers NKRU-
PASV301, NKRUPAST401, P3HSP4, P3HNSPH4, P3HNSPH3, or P3HNSPH-3.
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Warnings
Operating Temperature
The SIRIUS Cigarette Lighter Adapter is designed to operate between -20° to +85° C
(-4° to +185° F). Avoid leaving it in a vehicle or elsewhere where the temperature may
fall outside this range.
Cleaning and Maintenance
If the vehicle dock becomes 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 unit.
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
The SUPV1C cannot be powered directly from a vehicle’s 12 VDC power system. It must
be powered using the included Cigarette Lighter Adapter only. Connecting the SUPV1C
directly to the vehicle’s 12 VDC 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 Rights Reserved.
Hardware, subscription, and activation fee required. For full Terms & Conditions, visit
http://siriuscanada.ca. 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 SUPV1C SIRIUS Universal
Plug and Play Vehicle Kit. Unpack the kit carefully and make sure that everything
shown is present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if the kit fails to operate
properly, notify your dealer immediately. It is recommended that you retain the original
carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your kit in the future.
Vehicle DockVehicle Dock Vehicle Dock AdapterVehicle Dock Adapter
Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks
Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks
Cigarette Lighter AdapterCigarette Lighter Adapter
Suction Cup MountSuction Cup Mount

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Magnetic AntennaMagnetic Antenna Alcohol SwabAlcohol Swab Antenna
Cover/Tail
Antenna
Cover/Tail
Mounting
Screws
Mounting
Screws

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Controls
Figure 1 and the section following identify and describe the controls and connectors
of the vehicle dock.
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Lock Switch: Locks and unlocks the SIRIUS radio in the vehicle dock.
Mounting Holes: Mounting holes for attaching the suction cup mount or the vent
mount.
FM OUT Connector: FM output for use with the optional FM Direct Adapter.
AUDIO OUT Connector: Optional audio output connection for connecting to
your vehicle’s audio system if you are not using the FM transmitter.
DC5V Power Connector: Power connection for the cigarette lighter adapter.
ANT Antenna Connector: Connection for the provided magnetic antenna.
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Figure 1Figure 1

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Installation
SIRIUS suggests professional installation of this product in your vehicle. Professional
installation provides an experienced technician to install this product in your vehicle,
advice for selecting a suitable mounting location, installation of the antenna, and rout-
ing all the necessary wires and cables. If the FM reception within your vehicle proves
to be poor, an installer will have the necessary accessories to install an optional FM
Direct Adapter, or an audio cable, to connect the audio output of the vehicle dock
directly to your vehicle’s audio system. Ask your SIRIUS retailer if they provide profes-
sional installation services, or can recommend a professional installation service.
Installing the Vehicle Dock
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 vis-
ibility of the display screen.
The mounting accessories necessary to install the vehicle dock in a vehicle are pro-
vided. Figure 2 shows two examples of the SIRIUS radio mounted in a vehicle: Ais the
suction cup mount method, and Bis the vent mount method using the vent mount clip.

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A.
B.
Depending upon the mounting location you select in your vehicle, the mount should be
attached to the vehicle dock and installed as described in the following sections.
Figure 2Figure 2

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Suction Cup Mount Method (A)
The suction cup mount may be attached to any smooth surface.
To mount the vehicle dock using the suction cup mount, assemble the mount as fol-
lows:
Attach the vehicle dock to the suction cup mount using the provided screws.
(Figure 3)
Clean the area where you are attaching the suction cup with an alcohol wipe.
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2.
Figure 3Figure 3

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Be sure the cam lever is up (as shown in Figure 4) and position the suction cup
mount on the windshield or other location you which have chosen. Press the cam
lever all the way down towards the base of the mount until it locks to adhere the
suction cup. (To unlock the suction cup, lift the lever up.)
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Figure 4Figure 4

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Vent Mount Method (B)
To mount the vehicle dock using the vent mount method, install the vent mount as
follows:
If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer
vent hooks with the vent mount. Refer to Figure 5 and install the longer vent
hooks into the vent mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks
as shown.
Slide Short
Vent Hooks Out
Remove
End Cap
Slide Extended
Vent Hooks In
Replace
End Cap
Attach the vent mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws. (Figure 6)
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2.
Figure 5Figure 5
Figure 6Figure 6

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Refer to Figure 7 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 (Figure 8). Once you are sure that the hooks have
grasped a vent louver, the tension springs Awill keep the vent mount hooked to
the louver.
C
B
A
D
PUSH
HOOKED
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Figure 7Figure 7
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The angle of the vehicle dock may be changed by changing the position of foot D
on the vent mount (Figure 6) to a different adjustment hole. (Figure 9)
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DJUSTMENT HOLES
Installing the Antenna
The installation of the magnetic antenna consists of two installation steps:
Mounting the magnetic antenna and cover/tail on the vehicle
Routing the antenna cable through the vehicle to the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock
The following sections provide instructions for both installation steps.
AntennA Mounting
The SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna has a strong magnetic mount designed
to hold the antenna in place during normal driving conditions (highway/city). This also
allows for easy removal for transferring the antenna to other vehicles.
Figure 10 shows the optimal mounting location for the antenna on several types of
vehicles. These mounting positions should be observed when installing the antenna:
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Figure 9Figure 9

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Sedan/Coupe/SUV/Mini-Van: Install the antenna at the rear center of the roof,
near the rear window.
Pickup Truck: Install the antenna at the front center of the roof, near the wind-
shield.
Convertible: Install the antenna at the front center of the trunk lid, near the rear
window.
The SIRIUS antenna needs to have an unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches
around it. It is important to mount the antenna where no obstructions will block the
antenna from receiving the SIRIUS signal. Objects which can obstruct the antenna
could be a roof rack, a sunroof, a roof mounted cargo container, another antenna, etc.
If your vehicle has a potential obstruction, be sure that the SIRIUS antenna is mounted
at least 3 inches away from it (but no closer than 3 inches from the roof edge, or trunk
lid in the case of a convertible).
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Figure 10Figure 10
Sedan/CoupeSedan/Coupe
Pickup TruckPickup Truck
SUV/Mini-VanSUV/Mini-Van
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Follow this procedure to mount the antenna:
Select an appropriate mounting position for your type of vehicle that has an
unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around the antenna.
Attach the rubber cover/tail to the antenna, as shown in Figure 11, and press the
antenna cable into the rubber cover/tail. The rubber cover/tail will help to position
the antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid.
Clean the surface area of the vehicle where you will be installing the antenna with
the alcohol prep pad.
Peel the protective material from the adhesive strips (Figure 11) and press the
rubber cover/tail firmly into place on the vehicle (Figure 12).
Rubber Cover/Tail
Protective Material
Adhesive Strips
Strain Relief
Antenna Cable
Double check that the location of the antenna and rubber cover/tail are correct,
and continue to press firmly down on rubber cover/tail for another 30 seconds.
At room temperature (68 degrees), maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72
hours. During this period, avoid car washes and other contact with the antenna
and rubber antenna cable cover/tail.
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Figure 11Figure 11

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CAble Routing
When you have successfully mounted the antenna, you can begin the cable routing
portion of the installation. Separate antenna cable routing procedures are provided for
each type of vehicle:
Sedan/Coupe on page 21
Pickup Truck on page 23
SUV/Mini-Van on page 25
Convertible on page 27
Note that additional breakout illustrations for each step of the antenna cable routing
procedures can be found on the SIRIUS website at http://www.siriuscanada.ca. Click
on the Install/Activate link and then follow the link for the Car Installation Tips.
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Figure 12Figure 12