Sound Station User Guide Model: GDI-SXTTR2
Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety and Care Information. . . . . . . . . . 5 What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Sound Station Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Main Display Screens . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Features Thank you for purchasing the SiriusXM Sound Station! Your new SiriusXM Sound Station comes with everything you need to enjoy SiriusXM Internet Radio in your home. Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of your Sound Station’s features and capabilities. For the latest information about your Sound Station and other SiriusXM products and accessories, visit siriusxm.com.
Introduction Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. Sirius XM Radio 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 let any foreign matter spill into device.
Introduction stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Introduction • This device should be unplugged from the AC outlet during a thunder and lightning storm, and when the device will not be used for an extended period of time. • Use the power plug to disconnect the device from the power source. To begin using the device again, reconnect it to an AC outlet. • Connect the device to an easily accessible AC outlet, so that the device can be quickly disconnected, if necessary.
Introduction What’s in the Box? HOME BACK SiriusXM Sound Station back home select AC Power Adapter 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 vol - 0 vol + Remote Control
Introduction Sound Station Controls Context Sensitive Buttons (4) These buttons change their functions according to the context. Press to select the function shown on the display screen just above the button.
Introduction Top View Power/Standby Button ALARM SLEEP / SNOOZE Alarm Button Press to edit alarms or edit the sleep timer. Sleep / Snooze Button Press to mute the alarm, or set the sleep timer; press and hold to enable/disable alarms, also edit alarms. Rear View Side View AUX IN Power Connection 10 USB Connection For external wired Ethernet Adapter, sold separately.
Introduction Remote Control Power Button Turn Radio On and Off. back Select Button Press to select highlighted items; pressing at the Now Playing screen displays the Direct Tune screen. 0-9 Number Buttons Press to tune to a favorite channel; press and hold to set the current channel as a favorite channel. home select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 vol - 0 vol + Back Button Press to return back to the previous display screen.
Introduction Main Display Screens The Home Screen Listen to Your Favorite Saved Shows Listen to Internet Radio Find Channels by Category Listen to Shows which already Aired Change Equalization Settings Listen using the Aux In Connection Configure and Change Settings The Now Playing Screen Alarm Clock On Clock WiFi Signal Strength Channel Number Channel Logo Artist Name or Talk Show Host or Sports Teams/Score Song/Program Title or Talk Show Schedule or Game Time/Game Details Return to Live Broadcast Al
Installation The SiriusXM Sound Station allows you to listen to all of the channels on your SiriusXM Internet Radio subscription package using a wireless Internet connection (Wi-Fi®). You must be subscribed to SiriusXM Internet Radio to use the SiriusXM Sound Station. You can add this service to your existing Sirius or XM subscription, or subscribe only to the SiriusXM Internet Radio service. To subscribe to SiriusXM Internet Radio, go to siriusxm.com/internetradio or call 866-635-2349.
Installation Step 1: Connect to a Wireless Network Turning the TUNE knob scrolls through menus and lists to highlight items, and pressing the TUNE knob selects a highlighted item. The easiest way to connect to a wireless network is to have the Sound Station scan for wireless networks, and then choose your network from the list of wireless networks. The Sound Station will automatically do this the first time you power it on.
Installation 3. Select your wireless network from the list. Turn the TUNE knob to highlight your wireless network and press the TUNE knob to select. 4. The Sound Station will attempt to connect to the wireless network. If you chose a network that requires a password, you will be prompted to enter the Network Key (password). Otherwise, the Sound Station will attempt to connect to the wireless network. 5.
Installation Manually Connecting to a Wireless Network To manually connect to a wireless network, you’ll need to know the following information about your wireless network: SSID (wireless network name) IP Address for the Sound Station Gateway IP Address Network Mask IP Address Primary Name Server IP Address Secondary Name Server IP Address (optional) 1. Plug the AC Power Adapter into an AC outlet, and plug the power plug into the connector on the rear of the SiriusXM Sound Station. Press the Power button.
Installation highlight each character of the SSID and press the TUNE knob to select the character. If you make an error, press the BACK button to erase the character. When you have completed entering the SSID, highlight Enter and press the TUNE knob. 6. Wait until the Sound Station has found the wireless network. If you have not yet entered your username and password, continue with “Step 2: Enter Your Username and Password” on page 18.
Installation Step 2: Enter Your Username and Password The SiriusXM Sound Station requires your SiriusXM Internet Radio account username and password to connect to SiriusXM Internet Radio. If are not yet subscribed to SiriusXM Internet Radio, go to siriusxm.com/internetradio or call 866-635-2349. When subscribed, you will be provided with your account username and password. 1.
Installation Category Listing screen will be displayed. Turn the TUNE knob to scroll through the category choices and highlight a category. Press the TUNE knob to display the subcategories in the category. When you select a sub-category, the channels in the category will be displayed. You can select a channel to begin listening. The installation is complete.
Navigation Basics Power Button The Power button turns the Sound station On or places it in Standby. ALARM Button ALARM Pressing the ALARM button displays the Alarms setup menu screen. Select Set Alarms to configure the options for each alarm. You can set up to seven different alarms. SLEEP / SNOOZE Button SLEEP / SNOOZE Sleep: When the alarm clock is sounding, pressing the SLEEP/SNOOZE button will silence the alarm for 5 minutes.
Navigation Basics Tune Knob The TUNE knob is multifunction— you can turn it clockwise or counterclockwise and press it. • Turn: Turning the TUNE knob at the Now Playing screen displays the Home screen. When in menus or user input screens, turning the TUNE knob scrolls through and highlights menu items and choices. TUNE • Press and Release: Pressing the TUNE knob at the Now Playing screen displays the Direct Tune screen.
Navigation Basics HOME Button Pressing the HOME button displays the Home screen showing the listening modes and configuration options for the Sound System.
Using the Sound Station You can listen to SiriusXM with the Sound Station in several ways: SiriusXM Internet Radio Listen to the SiriusXM Internet Radio channels live, and also rewind the past 5 hours on each channel (page 24). On-Demand: Use the On Demand feature to find and listen to shows which have aired previously on SiriusXM Internet Radio. If you missed your favorite show, find and listen to it using On Demand.
Listening to Internet Radio Tuning a Channel 1. Press HOME. 2. Press the TUNE knob to select Categories. 3. Press the TUNE knob to select All Channels to browse through all the channels, or turn the TUNE knob to highlight a category. Press the TUNE knob to select the category. 4. Turn the TUNE knob browse through the channels, and highlight a channel to tune. Press the TUNE knob to tune the channel. The Radio will momentarily tune the channel. TIP! Go to siriusxm.
Listening to Internet Radio Returning to Home Screen When not at the Home screen, pressing the HOME button will return you to the Home screen. Direct Tune A channel can be tuned directly by entering the channel number when at the Now Playing screen. 1. From the Now Playing screen, press the TUNE knob. 2. Use the 0-9 number buttons on the Sound Station or Remote Control to enter the channel number, or turn the TUNE knob to highlight a number and press the TUNE knob to select and move to the next number.
Listening to Internet Radio Favorite Channels You can assign up to 10 of your favorite channels to a number button (0-9) so you can easily tune them. To assign a favorite channel to a number button: 1. Tune to the channel you want to save as a favorite. 2. Press and hold a number button (0-9) to assign the channel as a favorite (preset) to that button. IMPORTANT! If the button you choose already has a favorite channel assigned to it, the number button will be replaced with the new favorite channel.
Listening to Internet Radio Parental Control Your Sound Station has a parental control feature which will allow you to lock access to channels. A 4-digit code controls access to the locked channel or locked category. You can also lock the front panel so that no changes can be made without entering the parental code, or lock the front panel but keep the favorite buttons enabled. When you browse a category, the locked channels will have an L displayed to the right of the channel name.
Listening to Internet Radio 2. Turn the TUNE knob to scroll to and highlight Parental Control and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. If this is the first time you are accessing Parental Controls, you will be prompted to set a 4-digit code, otherwise enter your existing lock code. Use the 0-9 number buttons on the Sound Station or the Remote Control to enter the lock code, or turn the TUNE knob to highlight a number and press the TUNE knob to select and move to the next number.
Listening to Internet Radio To turn Parental Control On or Off: 1. Press HOME. Turn the TUNE knob to scroll to and highlight System Setup and press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to scroll to and highlight Parental Control and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. You will be prompted to enter your 4-digit lock code.
Listening to Internet Radio and no audio will play until you have unlocked the channel. 1. Tune to the locked channel which will display Parental locked. 2. You will be prompted to enter your 4-digit lock code. Use the 0-9 number buttons on the Sound Station or the Remote Control to enter the lock code, or turn the TUNE knob to highlight a number and press the TUNE knob to select and move to the next number.
Listening to Internet Radio be prompted to set a 4-digit code, otherwise enter your 4-digit lock code. Use the 0-9 number buttons on the Sound Station or the Remote Control to enter the lock code, or turn the TUNE knob to highlight a number and press the TUNE knob to select and move to the next number. If you make a mistake, press the BACK button (or turn the TUNE knob to highlight Delete and press the TUNE knob) to erase the character.
Advanced Features Pause, Rewind, and Replay The Sound Station is able to pause, rewind, and fast-forward through channels and content. When listening to live SiriusXM Internet Radio, you can rewind up to the past 5 hours of content that aired on the channel. When listening to On-Demand content, or content saved as Favorites you can also pause, rewind, and fast-forward through the show.
Advanced Features Alarm Clock The Sound Station has seven alarm clocks, each of which can be configured differently. When the Sound Station is off, and any of the alarms are on, an alarm icon is shown in the upper right of the display screen. Before you configure the alarm clock, refer to “Clock set-up” on page 40 and ensure that the Time Zone is set correctly. To turn an alarm On or Off: 1. Press the ALARM button, turn the TUNE knob to highlight Set Alarms, and press the TUNE knob to select.
Advanced Features knob to select. 4. Each alarm has configuration options which are summarized in the following table. The selection screens for the alarm will be displayed one after the other as you configure the alarm. Use the TUNE knob to highlight a selection, turn it to change a setting, and press it to select a setting. When setting the volume, turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting.
Advanced Features Snooze When the alarm sounds, pressing the Sleep/Snooze button will silence the alarm for a period of time. After the snooze time elapses, the alarm will sound again. To snooze: 1. Press the Sleep/Snooze button on the top of the Sound Station. The Sound Station will display a snooze time of 05 minutes. 2. Each immediate subsequent press of the Sleep/Snooze button increases the snooze time to 10, 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes. 3.
Advanced Features Sleep Timer The sleep timer turns the Sound Station off after a period of time as you fall asleep. The period of time can be set up to 24 hours. To turn the sleep timer On: 1. Press the Sleep/Snooze button on the top of the Sound Station. The Sound Station will display off or whatever time had last been set. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to set the desired amount of time and press the TUNE knob to select. Timer Set will be displayed confirming that the sleep timer is On. 3.
Advanced Features Equalization Settings You can adjust the equalization of the Sound Station (EQ) to adjust for room acoustics and your listening pleasure. You can adjust both bass and treble. To change equalization: 1. Press HOME and turn the TUNE knob to highlight Equalization. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to highlight either Treble or Bass and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the equalization and press the TUNE knob to select the setting. 4.
Configuring the Sound Station System Setup The System Setup option on the Home screen has the following menu items. Alarms Brightness Clock set-up Set Credentials Parental Control Network Factory Reset Software Update Info page page page page page page page page page 39 39 40 42 27 45 49 50 51 Refer to the indicated pages for each system setup option.
Configuring the Sound Station Alarms Alarms has two selections: Set Alarms: The Sound Station has seven alarm clocks, each of which can be configured differently. Before setting any alarms, refer to “Clock set-up” on page 40 and ensure that the clock is set correctly, i.e., the Time Zone is set correctly for your location. Then refer to “Alarm Clock” on page 33 for information about the alarm clock. Refer to “Snooze” on page 35 for more information about the snooze function of the alarm clock.
Configuring the Sound Station asleep listening to the Sound Station. Standby: This setting controls the brightness of the display screen when the Sound Station is in standby. To change the display screen brightness: 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to highlight Brightness and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. Turn the TUNE knob and highlight Active, Inactive, or Standby and press the TUNE knob to select. 4.
Configuring the Sound Station To set the time, time zone, and date: 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to highlight Clock set-up and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. Turn the TUNE knob and highlight Set Time/Date and press the TUNE knob to select. 4. The time will be displayed with the hours blinking. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the hour setting and press the TUNE knob to select.
Configuring the Sound Station knob to select. 4. Turn the TUNE knob and highlight 12 or 24 and press the TUNE knob to select. Press HOME to exit. Set Credentials This option has three selections: Username/Password Setup: This option is where you enter your SiriusXM Internet Radio username and password. Status: This option displays details about your SiriusXM Internet Radio subscription. Clear Credentials: This option clears the username and password previously entered into the Sound Station.
Configuring the Sound Station the TUNE knob to select. 4. Your username is case sensitive. Enter your Sirius or XM Internet Radio username by turning the TUNE knob to highlight each character of the username, and press the TUNE knob to select the character. If you make an error, press the BACK button to erase the character. When you have completed entering your username, highlight Enter and press the TUNE knob. 5. The Sound Station will verify the username you entered.
Configuring the Sound Station Clear Credentials The Clear Credentials option clears the username and password which had previously been entered into the Sound Station. To clear the saved credentials: 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob and highlight Clear Credentials and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. Press the TUNE knob to select Delete Sirius Credentials. 4. You will be prompted to Enter Y to confirm delete.
Configuring the Sound Station Network The Network option allows you to enter, view, and change the network settings. This option has five selections: Scan for Network: This option scans for wireless networks and displays a list. You can select a wireless network from the list and quickly connect to it. Enter Network Name: This option allows you to manually configure a wireless network by entering the wireless network configuration.
Configuring the Sound Station To scan for and connect to a wireless network: To connect to a wireless network using Scan for Network, refer to “Step 1: Connect to a Wireless Network” on page 14. To manually connect to a wireless network: To manually configure a connection to a wireless network, refer to “Manually Connecting to a Wireless Network” on page 16. To view the current network configuration: 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2.
Configuring the Sound Station To edit the wireless network configuration: Before editing the wireless network configuration you will need to know the following information about your wireless network: Automatic DHCP? Yes or No IP Address for the Sound Station Network Mask IP Address Gateway IP Address Primary DNS IP Address Secondary DNS IP Address (optional) 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2.
Configuring the Sound Station 5. Enter the IP Address beginning with the first set of digits. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the number and press the TUNE knob to select and move to the next set of digits. Continue until you have completed the IP Address. 6. Enter the Network Mask in the same way as you entered the IP Address. 7. Enter the Gateway IP Address in the same way. 8. Enter the DNS Server 1 IP Address in the same way. 9.
Configuring the Sound Station 4. Turn the TUNE knob and highlight YES to configure the Sound Station remain connected to the wireless network when in standby, or NO to have the Sound Station disconnect from the wireless network when in standby. Press the TUNE knob to select. 5. Press HOME to exit. Factory Reset The Factory Reset option restores the Sound Station to the factory settings.
Configuring the Sound Station Software Update The Software Update option checks for any available software updates for the Sound Station as SiriusXM may occasionally update the software. Check siriusxm.com for any updated documentation associated with a software update. To check for a software update: 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to highlight Software Update and press the TUNE knob to select. 3.
Configuring the Sound Station Info The Info option displays various information about the Sound Station software and hardware versions. To display the information: 1. Press the HOME button and turn the TUNE knob to highlight System Setup. Press the TUNE knob to select. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to highlight Info and press the TUNE knob to select. 3. The information will be displayed. Press HOME to exit.
Troubleshooting Your SiriusXM Sound Station has been designed and built to be trouble-free but if you experience a problem, here’s some troubleshooting hints. You can also call SiriusXM Customer Care at 866-635-2349. If you see this on the screen: Try this: Initializing Network Connecting to • The Sound Station is attempting to connect to SiriusXM Internet Radio. If this message is displayed more than one minute, make sure your network is connected to the Internet.
Troubleshooting If you see this on the screen: Try this: Not Connected to the Internet Retrying Stream Closed Inactivity limit reached Already logged in elsewhere • The wireless network information you entered is incorrect. Verify and re-enter the information. • You have entered an incorrect password for a secure wireless network. Verify and re-enter the information. • If you have manually configured a network connection, you have entered one or more incorrect settings.
Troubleshooting If you see this on the screen: Try this: Login failed There are several possible reasons: • Your SiriusXM user name and/or password was entered incorrectly. • You don’t have a subscription to SiriusXM Internet Radio. • Your subscription is no longer valid. To verify that you are subscribed to the service, listen online: • Go online to siriusxm.com/internetradio. Click on the Listen Online link, enter your username and password, and click Log In & Listen Now.
Troubleshooting If this happens: Try this: You do not receive the same Sirius or XM channels you receive on your Satellite Radio • SiriusXM Internet Radio does not have all of the same channels as the Sirius or XM satellite service. Check siriusxm.com/channellineup for the latest SiriusXM Internet Radio channel lineup. The Scan for Network feature fails before the Sound Station connects to your network • Your network has DHCP disabled. You’ll have to manually configure your network connection.
Product Specifications Dimensions SiriusXM Sound Station 283 mm (W) x 185 mm (H) x 95 mm (D) 11 in (W) X 7.25 in (H) X 3.75 in (D) Remote 52 mm (W) x 85 mm (H) x 5 mm (D) 2 in (W) x 3.3 in (H) x .25 in (D) Weight SiriusXM Sound Station .85 kg (6.3 lbs) Audio Outputs Headphone 3.5 mm diameter mini stereo jack Audio Input Aux In 3.5 mm diameter mini stereo jack Network WiFi 802.11n, WEP, WPA, WPA2 Power Adapter Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 0.
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FCC Statement 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 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.
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