Sirius XM RAdio XM Indoor User manual

At SiriusXM, our customers’ satisfaction with the performance of their
Radios is extremely important to us. In this guide, we have prepared
a series of instructions and tips for you to show you the best methods
for selecting a location for your antenna, how to install it, and how to
connect it to your SiriusXM Radio.
Outdoor Home Antenna
XM Outdoor Home
Antenna
Installation Guide

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XM Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Instructions
Step 1: Mount the Antenna
If you are using one of the Home Signal Distribution Kits, follow the kit-specific additional
installation instructions included with the kit.
Choose a mounting location for the antenna that has the best possibility of receiving the
signal from the SiriusXM satellite in the south sky. There should be no obstructions such
as bushes, trees, other homes or buildings, overhangs, soffits, chimneys, gables, dormers,
etc, blocking the antenna’s view of the south sky.
An ideal mounting location would be one which has a clear view of the sky in all
directions (A). If that is not possible, then you’ll need a location with a clear view of the
south sky (B).
If you look closely at illustration B, you can see that the antenna does not have a clear
view of the sky in all directions due to trees. However, it does have a clear view of the
sky toward the south, in the direction of the satellite. Your antenna will also need to have
a clear view of the sky in the south direction. 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.
Step 1: Mount the Antenna
No obstructions to the
sky within this area
A. B. No obstructions to
the south sky
SOUTH

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Mount the Outdoor Home Antenna on a wall, or on the roof of the house, or on a pole or
satellite dish mast.
Wall Mounting: Use the provided screws to mount the base of the antenna to a wall on
your home.
Roof Mounting: Use the provided screws to mount the base of the antenna to your
home’s roof (on a soffit).
Note: If you decide to choose this option, DO NOT mount the antenna such that it
requires you to drill mounting holes through the shingles of your roof. Mount the
antenna on an eve or soffit of the roof.
Step 1: Mount the Antenna
INCORRECT
VIEW OF THE SKY
IS OBSTRUCTED
BY THE SOFFIT
AND GUTTER
CORRECT
UNOBSTRUCTED
VIEW OF THE SKY
CORRECT
UNOBSTRUCTED
VIEW OF THE SKY
MOUNTING
HOLES
MOUNTING
HOLES

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XM Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Instructions
Pole Mounting: Use the provided U-bolt hardware to mount the base of the antenna to
a pole or satellite antenna mast.
Note: When mounting the Outdoor Home Antenna to a satellite TV antenna mast be
sure that the satellite TV antenna does not obstruct the Outdoor Home Antenna’s
view of the south sky.
Step 1: Mount the Antenna

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Step 2: Adjust the Antenna
Adjust the antenna’s pod (where the SiriusXM logo appears) so it is level and horizontal
relative to the sky. The antenna has two adjustments to accomplish this:
• Tilting the angle of the pod itself (1)
• Adjusting the pod support arm (2)
Step 2: Adjust the Antenna
1
Antenna Pod
HORIZONTAL LEVEL
SKY
Adjustment
Screw
Adjustment
Screw
2

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XM Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Instructions
Step 3: Connect the Antenna to the SiriusXM Radio or Home Dock
Follow the one of the two methods described below to connect the antenna to your Radio
or Home Dock depending on the type of Outdoor Home Antenna you are using:
Method 1: Connecting the Standalone Outdoor Home
Antenna to your Radio or Home Dock: Once you have
determined a possible mounting location for the antenna,
before permanently installing it at that place, you need to
test whether you are receiving a good signal. Keeping the
antenna orientation as intended, you will first temporarily
install the provided cable between the antenna and your
Radio or Home Dock. Connect the included antenna cable
to the antenna pod and slide the rubber boot over the
connection to weatherproof it.
Note: The cable included with the antenna has two different
connectors. The larger connector fits the connector on
the antenna while the smaller connector fits your Radio or
Home Dock.
Route the antenna cable to your Radio or Home Dock and connect it to the ANT
connection on the Radio or dock. Continue with Step 4.
ANTAUDIO POWER
Step 3: Connect the Antenna

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XM Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Instructions
Method 2: Connecting the Outdoor Home Antenna that
comes with the Home Signal Distribution Kits to your
Radio or Home Dock: Note: Please review and follow the
installation instructions included with the Home Signal
Distribution Kit you purchased before connecting it to
your Radio or Home Dock. The instructions will contain
information about the RG-6 cables you may need to
purchase to complete the installation.
Once you have determined a possible mounting location for
the antenna, before permanently installing it at that place,
you need to test whether you are receiving a good signal.
Keeping the antenna orientation as intended, you will first
temporarily install a short length of RG-6 cable (less than
50 feet long) between the antenna and your Radio or Home
Dock. Using one of the RG-6 cables that you purchased,
one which is less than 50 feet long, connect the cable to the antenna pod and slide the
rubber boot over the connection to weatherproof it.
Route the cable to your Radio or Home Dock and connect it to the Adapter Cable.
Connect the Adapter Cable to the ANT connection on your Radio or Home Dock.
Step 3: Connect the Antenna
ANTAUDIO POWER

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XM Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Instructions
Step 4: Verify Signal Reception
Turn your Radio ON and access the Signal Indicator (or Antenna Aiming) screen. (Consult
your Radio’s User Guide for instructions on accessing the screen.)
The Signal Indicator screen shows the strength of
both the satellite (SAT) signal and the terrestrial
(ground) signal (if available).
Note: If reception is weak, review the mounting
location to be sure that the antenna pod has an
unobstructed view of the south sky, and review the
position of the antenna pod to be sure that it is
horizontal relative to the sky.
Once you have verified that the antenna is positioned correctly and receiving a
good signal, follow the installation instructions which accompanied the Home Signal
Distribution Kit to complete the installation. Otherwise, the installation is complete.
Step 4: Verify Signal Reception

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Accessories
Signal Distribution Accessories For You to Consider
50 ft. Antenna Extension Cable: If the cable attached to the antenna is not long enough,
you can use a 50’ long antenna extension cable (sold separately) to extend the antenna
cable.
Outdoor Home Antenna Kit: This antenna can be mounted outdoors on the roof (on a
soffit), on an exterior wall, or on a mast or pole. It uses standard RG6 coax cable (not
included) for up to a 100’ length. Find the Terk XM6 antenna at a retailer.
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