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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Reception Factors and Troubleshooting
Antenna obstructions
Terrain
Station overload
Satellite radio signal interference
Message
Acquiring Signal
Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Invalid Channel
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Potential reception issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep
luggage and other materials as far away from the antenna as possible.
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree
foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a
weaker one and the audio system may mute.
Your display may show ACQUIRING... to indicate the interference and the audio system may mute.
Troubleshooting tips
Cause
Radio requires more than two seconds to produce
audio for the selected channel.
There is an internal module or system failure
present.
The channel is no longer available.
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Action
No action required. This message should disap-
pear shortly.
If this message does not clear shortly, or with an
ignition key cycle, your receiver may have a fault.
See an authorized dealer for service.
Tune to another channel or choose another preset.
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