Sirius Satellite Radio Premium Sound System User manual

Premium Sound System
User Guide

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................5
Features.................................................................... 6
SafetyandCareInformation .................................................. 7
What’sintheBox?........................................................... 9
Premium Sound System Controls and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Step 1: Install the Batteries or the Home Power Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Step 2: Install the Dock Adapter for Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Step 3: Insert the Radio into the Premium Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Step 4: Turn the Premium Sound System and Radio On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Step 5: Install and Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Step6:AdjusttheAudioLevel................................................24
Using Your Premium Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
AdjustingtheVolume .......................................................26
ListeningwithHeadphones .................................................. 27
Playing Other Devices Through your Premium Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Troubleshooting................................................29
ProductSpecifications ..........................................33
PatentInformation..........................................................35
EnvironmentalInformation...................................................35

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Introduction

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Introduction
Features
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Premium Sound System
for SIRIUS and XM Radios!
Your new Premium Sound System lets you enjoy your favourite programming
at home or at the office, or take it with you to the patio, park, or anywhere in
between.
• Compatible with these SIRIUS Radios: Sportster 5 and 6, Starmate 3, 4, 5,
6, and 7, and Stratus 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.
• Compatible with these XM Radios: OnyX, Xpress RCi, XpressRC, XpressR,
Xpress, XpressEZ, XMp3i, and Pioneer XMp3.
• Dynamic sound indoors and out: Full audio range provided by a 2.0 System
with separate tweeters and midrange speakers.
• Easy and convenient portability: Take Satellite Radio to go with a built-in
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna cradle and cable storage. 8 C-Cell Alkaline
Batteries required for portable use (sold separately).
• Built-in Headphone and Aux In jacks: Listen privately using the Headphone
jack. Play MP3 players, CDs or other audio devices via the Aux In jack (Aux
In Cable sold separately).
And for the latest information about this and other products and accessories, visit
www.sirius.ca.

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Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid
injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. SIRIUS Inc. disclaims all
responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other
causes.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F,
or above 60°C or below -20°C).
• 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.

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Introduction
WARNING!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• Make sure that you insert the Home Power Adapter’s plug all the way into
the outlet.
• Insert the Radio into the Premium Sound System only when the Premium
Sound System is off.
Cleaning
DANGER! Unplug the Home Power Adapter and/or remove the batteries during
the cleaning to avoid any electrical shock hazard.
Clean the hard surfaces of the Premium Sound System with an optical-grade
microchamois or microfiber cloth. Clean the soft surfaces of the speakers with a
dry lint brush.
• Do not use paper products to clean the Premium Sound System. Paper
products may feel soft to the touch but they are too rough for the top
surface of the Premium Sound System where the buttons and volume
controls are located.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad or scouring powder to clean the
Premium Sound System. Doing so will scratch the finish and may damage
the controls.
• Do not use solvents such as alcohol or benzene, or any product that has
alcohol in it (such as Windex), to clean the Premium Sound System.

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What’s in the Box?
Indoor/Outdoor
Home Antenna
Home Power Adapter Power Cord Remote Control
Premium Sound System Radio Dock Adapters
Adapter 1 (SIRIUS Radios)
Adapter 2 (XM Radios)
Adapter 3 (XMp3 & XMp3i Radios)
power
volume
aux in
select
mute
band/
fav
display
menu
memo/
info

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Premium Sound System Controls and Connections
Aux In Button
Pressing and holding until the
Aux In light is on switches audio
output to Aux In input. Pressing
and holding again switches to
Satellite Radio.
Aux In Light
When on, Premium
Sound System is set
to Aux In input.
Power On/Low Battery Light
The light is steady blue when the
Premium Sound System is powered
on; the light blinks when the
batteries are nearly discharged.
Power Button
Pressing and holding until the Power
On light is on turns the power On.
Pressing and holding again turns the
power Off.
Radio Dock Adapter Slot
Holds adapter for the Radio.
Radio Dock Connection
Docking area for the Radio.
Front View
power
volume
aux in
Top View
volume
power aux in
Volume/Mute Control
Sliding a finger in a circular motion
on the volume control increases or
decreases the volume level. Pressing
twice mutes the audio and a circle of
blue lights will flash while muted.
Volume Level Lights
Lights indicate
volume level.

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Side View
Headphones
Connection for
headphones.
Aux In
Connection for
audio from an
external device.
aux in
Bottom View
Battery Compartment
Requires 8 C-cell alkaline
batteries (sold separately).
Rear View
Antenna Cable Storage
Storage area for the
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
cable.
Antenna Connection
Connection for the
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna.
Antenna Storage
Storage area for the
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna.
DC Power Connection
Connection for the
Home Power Adapter.
DC powerantenna

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Installation
There are several steps to setting up your Premium Sound System. Let’s begin with
installing the batteries, or connecting the Home Power Adapter to the Premium
Sound System.
Step 1: Install the Batteries or the Home Power Adapter
The Premium Sound System can operate either on batteries or by using the Home
Power Adapter if you are near an outlet.
To use your Premium Sound System on-the-go:
1 Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the Premium Sound
System. Insert 8 C-cell alkaline batteries in the battery compartment.
2 Replace the battery cover.
TIP! When the battery life is getting low the power light will blink and your
Premium Sound System may not play.
TIP! It is not recommended to keep batteries in the Premium Sound System for an
extended length of time. Remove the batteries when not in use.

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To use your Premium Sound System with the Home Power Adapter
1 Plug the Home Power Adapter into the connector labeled DC
POWER at the rear of the Premium Sound System.
2 Plug the other end of the Home Power Adapter into a standard wall
outlet.
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Step 2: Install the Dock Adapter for Your Radio
1 Select the Dock Adapter for your Radio by referring to “What’s in the
Box?” on page 9 to identify the adapter, or turn the adapters over and
locate the name imprinted on the underside of the adapter:
SIRIUS: Adapter 1 for all SIRIUS Radios.
XM: Adapter 2 for all XM radios except XMp3 & XMp3i.
XMP3: Adapter 3 for XMp3 and XMp3i Radios.
2 Install the Radio Dock Adapter for your Radio into the Premium Sound
System.
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Step 3: Insert the Radio into the Premium Sound
System
1 Be sure the
Premium Sound
System is powered
off.
2 Align the Radio
with the Radio
Dock Adapter.
3 Once aligned,
gently press the
Radio down so
that it slides down
Radio Dock Adapter and onto the connector until it is fully seated
in the Premium Sound System.
Step 4: Turn the Premium Sound System and Radio On
1 Press and hold the Power
button on the top of the
Premium Sound System
until the Power On light
is on.
2 If your Radio did not power on, press the Power button on your
radio.
volume
power aux in
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Step 5: Install and Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
First, plug the antenna
cable into the antenna
connector at the left rear.
Next, wrap the antenna
cable into the storage
area. Then, place the
antenna into the storage
area at the rear of the
Premium Sound System.
Align the mounting
holes on the bottom of
the antenna with the 4
mounting brackets on the
rear of the Premium Sound System. Push the antenna over the mounting brackets
and then slide the antenna down slightly to secure it in place. Last, open the
antenna clamshell so that the top of the antenna is facing the sky.
Using Your Premium Sound
System Outdoors or On-The-Go
If you are using the Premium Sound
System outdoors, try using it with the
antenna in the storage area. Place the
Premium Sound System where there are
no obstructions to block the antenna’s
view of the sky, such as trees, bridges,
buildings, etc.
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If the reception is not good, then remove the antenna and position it facing
south. Not sure which way is south? Try pointing the antenna in different
directions until the reception improves. Wait a few seconds each time you
reposition it for the Premium Sound System to receive the signal.
Using Your Premium Sound System Indoors
If you are using the Premium Sound System indoors try experimenting with
the antenna to get a feel for the reception
in your location. Move the antenna
around the room or from room to room.
Aim it from different windows. In major
metropolitan areas, you might find that
you get great reception in several locations
without worrying too much about aim and placement.
Refer to your radio’s User Guide for instructions, and access the Signal Indicator
or Antenna Aiming screen of your radio to see a visual indication of signal
strength. If you’re receiving a good Satellite and Terrestrial signal strength,
you’re done. If not, try some of the
suggestions which follow.
Other Indoor/Outdoor Antenna
Installation Suggestions
If you find you are getting a signal,
but it’s inconsistent, try moving
the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
closer to a window, ideally one that
is facing due south.
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Not sure which way is south? Think about where the sun rises (in the east) and sets (in
the west). Then stand so that east is to your left and you’ll be facing south. Is there a
window in the direction you’re facing? Move the antenna closer to the window.
TIP! Still not sure which way is south or where to place your Home Antenna? Look
up your location on an online mapping Web site that offers satellite views of street
addresses where you can easily see which way is south, and what window may
offer an unobstructed view of the sky.
Another easy method is to start at
any window, then work from window
to window in a simple pattern to find
the window gives the best signal
strength. Note that the antenna must
also have an unobstructed view. No
trees or buildings blocking its aim.
If the antenna is aimed through
a window, be aware that blinds,
screens, or any other non-glass
elements such as thermal insulation
can sometimes cause reception
issues. If this is the case, you may
want to use another window or place
the antenna outside of the window.
If you find a window that gives you
good signal strength, you can place
the antenna on the windowsill. The
antenna may need to be placed on something to raise it above the level of the
window frame.
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