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Table of Conten ts Introduction ........... ........... ........... ........... ........ 5 Safety and Care Information .............. .............. .............. ........ 7 What's in the Box? .............. .............. .............. .............. ... 8 Installation . ........... ........... ........... ........... ........ 9 Aiming At Different Sirius Satellites •.••••••••• ••••••.•••• •••.••.•• 27 Troubleshoot ing ••••••••••• •••••••.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite Radio The Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite Radio will allow you to connect a Sirius or XM Radio to the Outdoor Home Antenna, using standard RG-6 antenna cable wire, the same cable used in cable TV installations. This allows you great flexibility as to where you locate the Outdoor Home Antenna and where you locate your Radio.
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. • Review this installation manual before beginning the installation process.
Introduction What's in the Box? @ © A. Outdoor Home Antenna B. Antenna Base C. Rubber Cable Boot D. RG-174 Adapter Cable E. U-Bolts (2) F. @ ~afJ~ 'W \!Y ~~ CD ~,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ~~ Mounting Brackets (2) G. Hex Lock Nuts (4) H. #10 Screws (4) I.
Installation Materials Required and Installation Considerations In order to install the Outdoor Home Antenna you will need to purchase a length of RG-6 antenna cable to complete your installation. The following illustration shows a typical home installation.
A cable will be needed for the following: • A length of RG-6 cable to go from the Outdoor Home Antenna to the location of the Satellite Radio. (150 ft. maximum length.) Outdoor Home Antenna G) RG-6 Cable ••~...._-----150' ,. . . . •• t•mmuam )11111111 _ _111 ' •' MAX.---------.- RG-6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 25, 50, or 100 ft., all with "F" type connectors on each end. These cables may be purchased at your local hardware store, home center, or electronics retailer.
Installation Antenna Installation A successful antenna installation consists of four steps: First, assembling the antenna; Second, determining a location for the antenna; Third, choosing a mounting option; and Fourth, adjusting and aiming the antenna. Please read the following four sections before beginning the antenna installation so that you understand the entire installation process.
Next, the antenna arm with the pod needs to be attached to the antenna base. Refer to the illustration on page 16 and attach the antenna arm to the antenna base: 1 Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the screw B from the antenna arm. 2 The mounting bracket C on the antenna base has two sides. Before you slide the antenna arm over the mounting bracket C, be sure the antenna arm and antenna base are in the correct orientation as shown.
Installation 1. 2. B 1)111 ....... -·· ...· Remove Screw Verify the correct orientation of the antenna arm and antenna base 3. 4.
For correct operation and best reception of the SiriusXM signal, it is important that the Outdoor Home Antenna is located in a place where it will have a clear view of the satellite in the sky. Obstructions such as bushes, trees, other homes or buildings, overhangs, soffits, chimneys, gables, dormers, etc., will impair or prevent the antenna from receiving a signal.
Installation No obstructions to the south sky ~ ~ SOUTH Once you have determined a possible mounting location for your area, it is recommended that you put the antenna in place temporarily and connect the antenna to your Radio as shown in the following illustration. Using the Antenna Aiming or Signal Indicator feature of your Radio, verify that your antenna is receiving a good signal. (Consult the User Guide of the Radio for specific instructions on how to access the feature.
RG-174 RG-6 ----a~ - ,. Adapter Cable""' l!lJJW!l!!l:llL 1 1 . . . ©.~ - If it is not possible to obtain a view of the south sky, and you are using the Outdoor Home Antenna to connect to a Sirius Radio, refer to the section "Aiming At Different Sirius Satellites" on page 28.
Installation Remember to avoid blocking the antenna's view of the sky as described in the previous section by locating the antenna too high under the eaves or soffit of the home or building. INCORRECT CORRECT CORRECT VIEW OF THE SKY IS OBSTRUCTED BY THE SOFFIT AND GUTTER UNOBSTRUCTED VIEW OF THE SKY UNOBSTRUCTED VIEW OF THE SKY Once you have determined a suitable mounting location, use the mounting bracket as a template and mark the wall with the location of the four screw holes in the bracket.
Roof Mount When mounting the antenna on the soffit of a home or building, mount the antenna as close as possible to the peak of the roof. It can be mounted on the chimney or on the soffit of the home or building. Do not mount it directly on the roof surface to avoid leaks. Remember to avoid blocking the antenna's view of the sky by locating it where a chimney, dormer, gable, etc., may obstruct the view of the sky.
Installation a watertight installation. Screw the bracket to the mounting surface using the provided #10 screws. Mast Mount The Outdoor Home Antenna can be mounted on most any mast or pole which does not exceed 2 inches in diameter using the provided U-bolts and mounting brackets.
Slide one of the U-bolts through the holes at the top of the mounting bracket. Then slide one of the mounting brackets over the two legs of the U-bolt. Next, screw the hex nuts on each leg until they are snug. Do not yet tighten the hex nuts beyond finger tight. Repeat this procedure with the other U-bolt. When all the hex nuts are snug, verify that the antenna is facing the correct direction and begin tightening each hex nut with a 3/8" wrench.
Installation Fourth: Adjustinq and Aiminq the Antenna The pod portion of the antenna (where the logo is printed) needs to be adjusted and aimed so that it is level and horizontal to the sky. As shown in the following illustration, there are two possible adjustments that may be made on the antenna to accomplish this: tilting the antenna pod itself (1), and adjusting the antenna support arm (2), as shown.
Cable Installation Once the Outdoor Home Antenna is mounted according to the previous instructions, you can continue with the cable portion of the installation: 1 Take the RG-6 cable which you purchased to connect to the antenna and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot. Then connect the cable to the antenna pod as shown in the illustration following.
Installation 3 Route the remainder of the antenna cable into the home or building to where you are locating the Satellite Radio. When routing the antenna cable, be careful not to pinch, squash, kink, or crimp the cable, or cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable. 4 Connect one of the supplied RG-174 adapter cable to the RG-6 cable, and connect the other end of the RG-174 cable to the ANT connection on the Radio. The installation of the Home Distribution Kit is now complete.
Aiming At Different Sirius Satellites Note that this section only applies only if you are using the Outdoor Home Antenna for a Sirius Radio. It does not apply for XM Radios. If you cannot obtain a clear view of the south sky in your location, you can aim the antenna at different Sirius satellites. Begin by looking at the map and determining the area (1 to 5) in which you are located.
• Area 3: Install the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHWEST. • Area 4: Install the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky facing WEST or NORTHWEST. • Area 5: You will need a clear view of the sky facing STRAIGHT UP. The antenna will have to be outdoors. The location you choose for the antenna must have an unobstructed view of the sky in the direction indicated for your area.
Aiming At Different Sirius Satellites No obstructions to the sky within the area facing North to Northeast s 1t NORTH Once you have determined the direction in which you must have a clear view of the sky, continue with "Third: Antenna Mounting Options" on page 17.
Troubleshooting Your Signal Distribution Kit has been designed and built to be trouble-free, but if you experience a problem, try this: • Check that all connections are firm and secure. If This Happens Try this: Radio displays "Antenna Error" or "Check Antenna" message. Check the antenna cable connections to be sure they are connected tightly. Radio displays "No Signal" or "Acquiring Signal" message. • The Radio is not receiving a good signal.
Product Specifications Outdoor Home Antenna Radome Arm Length Weight Temperature 3.5 in x 2.875 in (90 mm x 75 mm) 8.0 in (203 mm) 1.
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