Related Manuals for Sirius Satellite Radio 128-8665
Summary of Contents for Sirius Satellite Radio 128-8665
- Page 1 Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite TV Plus SIRIUS For Use With a Single SIRIUS Radio Installation Guide...
- Page 2 SIRIUS satellites and terrestrial (ground) trans- mitters when mounted outdoors on a home or other building, wall, pole, or roof. The antenna has been approved by Sirius Satellite Radio to receive the SIRIUS signal under a variety of conditions within the SIRIUS North American coverage area.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Box ConTenTS ......4 ToolS ReqUIReD ..... . . 4 CaUTIon anD WaRnInGS . -
Page 4: Box Contents
Box Contents Open the box and verify that all the items shown below are included with the kit. If any items are missing, please contact your dealer or retailer immediately. Keep your purchase receipt and the packaging materials should you need to return or ship the kit. -
Page 5: Combiner And Splitter Port Identification
Installation Considerations Multiswitches, Signal Splitters, DishPro Adapters If your satellite TV system is using multiswitches, signal splitters, DishPro adapt- ers (DISH Network), or other device, all these devices will prevent the SIRIUS signal from passing through them, therefore the SIRIUS signal cannot be com- bined with the satellite TV signal when passing through these devices. -
Page 6: Installation Overview
After Multiswitch Configuration (Multiswitch Located on the Roof): — Your satellite TV system uses a multiswitch which is located on the roof of the house (either integrated into the dish or external) and the Com- biner/Splitter will be installed after the multiswitch (page 13). -
Page 7: Simple Configuration (Single Lnb, No Multiswitch)
Simple Configuration (Single LNB, No Multiswitch) A simple configuration without a multiswitch might look like the following illustra- tion. The SIRIUS signal and the satellite TV signal are combined into one and use the existing satellite TV cable run from the roof all the way into the room in- side the home where the SIRIUS radio and satellite TV receiver are located. -
Page 8: Materials Required
WITHOUT DISHPRO ADAPTER: COMBINER RECVR/TUNER Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter, you will need to purchase several lengths of RG-6 cables to complete your installation. The length of the cables needed is dependent upon your particular configuration. RG-6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 10, 25, or 50 ft., with “F”... - Page 9 The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi- mum cable lengths. Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob- served. (The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown.) SIRIUS: Cable No.
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Page 10: Before Multiswitch Configuration
Before Multiswitch Configuration This configuration is only used when the multiswitch is not located on the roof. In this configuration the SIRIUS signal and the satellite TV signal are combined on one common cable on the roof. The combined signal is then carried from the roof to the multiswitch where the signal is split back into separate signals before the multiswitch. -
Page 11: Materials Required
WITHOUT DISHPRO ADAPTER: WITH DISHPRO ADAPTER: COMBINER COMBINER COMMON COMMON CABLE RUN CABLE RUN MULTISWITCH MULTISWITCH SPLITTER SPLITTER RECVR/TUNERs SIRIUS RECEIVER RECVR/TUNERs SIRIUS RECEIVER Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter, you will need to purchase several lengths of RG-6 cables to complete your installation. - Page 12 The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi- mum cable lengths. Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob- served. (The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown.) SIRIUS: Cable No.
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Page 13: After Multiswitch Configuration (Multiswitch On The Roof)
after Multiswitch Configuration (Multiswitch on the Roof) When the multiswitch is located on the roof (either integrated in the satellite dish or externally mounted), the SIRIUS signal and satellite TV signal from the output of the multiswitch are combined on one common cable. The combined signal is carried from the roof all the way into the room inside the home where the SIRIUS radio and satellite TV receiver/tuner are located, where the signals are then split and connected to each device. - Page 14 You can see that one output of the multiswitch is connected to the input of the Combiner, and that there are no devices such a splitter or DishPro adapter in the common cable run between the Combiner and Splitter. If a DishPro adapter is needed, it must be installed after the Splitter as shown.
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Page 15: Materials Required
Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter, you will need to purchase several lengths of RG-6 cables to complete your installation. The length of the cables needed is dependent upon your particular configuration. RG-6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 10, 25, or 50 ft., with “F”... - Page 16 SIRIUS: Cable No. 1 + Common + Cable No. 5 = Typical Satellite TV: Cable No. 2 + Common + Cable No. 3 = Satellite TV Dish network using legacy Receiver/Tuner with Select: DishPro Adapter: Cable No. 2 + Common + Cable No. 3 = Cable no.
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Page 17: After Multiswitch Configuration (Multiswitch Inside The Home)
After Multiswitch Configuration (Multiswitch Inside the Home) When the multiswitch is located inside the home, a cable from the SIRIUS anten- na needs to be installed and run to the vicinity of the multiswitch inside the home. There the SIRIUS signal and satellite TV signal from the output of the multiswitch are combined on one common cable. -
Page 18: Materials Required
You can see that one output of the multiswitch is connected to the input of the Combiner, and that there are no devices such a splitter or DishPro adapter in the common cable run between the Combiner and Splitter. If a DishPro adapter is needed, it must be installed after the Splitter as shown. - Page 19 RG-6 EXISTING CABLE Multiswitch RG-6 The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi- mum cable lengths. Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob- served. (The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown.) SIRIUS: Cable No.
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Page 20: Installation Procedures
Installation Procedures This installation section is broken into several sections. The first section de- scribes how to install the SIRIUS antenna and is the same for all configurations. After installing the antenna, follow the Combiner/Splitter installation procedure section for your particular configuration. SIRIUS antenna Installation Procedure A successful antenna installation consists of four steps: first, assembling the antenna;... -
Page 21: Determining A Location For The Antenna
Remove Screw Slide the antenna arm over the antenna base mounting bracket Align the screw hole . Determining a location for the antenna For correct operation and best reception of the SIRIUS signal, it is important that the outdoor antenna is located in a place where it will have a clear view of the SIRIUS satellites in the sky. - Page 22 If you cannot obtain a clear 360 degree view of the sky, then you must at least have a clear view of the sky in the direction of the SIRIUS satellites, as shown in the following map diagram. WEST Use the above map and find the area you are located in (1 to 5). Then find the direction in which you need to have a clear view of the sky: Area 1: You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing eaST or noRTHeaST or SoUTHeaST...
- Page 23 the sky in the direction for your area. For example, suppose you live in area . You determined that your antenna will need to have a clear view of the sky facing north or northeast. The exact direction is determined by your specific location in area relative to the x on the map: If you live in Texas, you will need a more north facing clear view of the sky whereas if you live in southern California, you will need a more northeast fac- ing clear view of the sky.
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Page 24: Antenna Mounting Options
. antenna mounting options There are three possible mounting options for the outdoor antenna, and the antenna mounting location you have chosen may determine which mounting methods you can use: Wall mount: Mounting the antenna directly on the side of a home or building. Roof mount: Mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building. -
Page 25: Mast Mount
The antenna mounting bracket should be oriented in a vertical position as shown, and mounted directly to the building or home using the provided #10 screws. Once you have determined a suitable mounting location, use the mounting bracket as a template and mark the mounting surface with the location of the four screw holes in the mounting bracket. - Page 26 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.
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Page 27: Adjusting And Aiming The Antenna
4. adjusting and aiming the antenna The pod portion of the antenna (where the SIRIUS logo is printed) needs to be adjusted and aimed so that it is level and horizontal to the sky. 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. -
Page 28: Simple Configuration Installation Procedure (Single Lnb, No Multiswitch)
Simple Configuration Installation Procedure (Single LNB, No Multiswitch) Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions, you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter: Be sure that the satellite TV receiver/tuner is plugged into an AC outlet. Take the RG-6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten- na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot. - Page 29 ComBIneD oUT port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown. (Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification.) Using another of the RG-6 cables which you purchased, connect it between the satellite dish LNB and the DBS In port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown.
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Page 30: Before Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure
Before Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions, you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter: Be sure that the satellite TV receiver/tuner is plugged into an AC outlet. Take the RG-6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten- na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot. - Page 31 ComBIneD oUT port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown. (Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification.) Using one of the RG-6 cables which you purchased, connect it between the satellite dish LNB and the DBS In port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown.
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Page 32: After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure (Multiswitch On Roof)
after multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure (Multiswitch on Roof) Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions, you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter: Be sure that the satellite TV receiver/tuner is plugged into an AC outlet. Take the RG-6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten- na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot. - Page 33 Disconnect the cable from the multiswitch and connect it to the ComBIneD oUT port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown. (Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification.) Using one of the RG-6 cables which you purchased, connect it between the multiswitch and the DBS In port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown.
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Page 34: After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure (Multiswitch Inside Home)
after multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure (Multiswitch Inside Home) Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions, you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter: Be sure that the satellite TV receiver/tuner is plugged into an AC outlet. Take the RG-6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten- na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot. - Page 35 Disconnect the cable from the multiswitch and connect it to the ComBIneD oUT port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown. (Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification.) Using one of the RG-6 cables which you purchased, connect it between the multiswitch and the DBS In port on the Combiner (SR2261) as shown.
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Page 36: Troubleshooting
Temperature Range ...-40°C to +85°C Copyrights & Trademarks © 2007 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. ® SIRIUS and the SIRIUS Dog Logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio, Inc. DISH Network, and the Dish Pro and Dish Pro Plus logos are registered trademarks of EchoStar Satellite L.L.C. - Page 37 Notes: Home Signal Distribution Kit Installation Guide...
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- Page 40 SIRIUS Satellite Radio 11 avenue of the americas new york, ny 1000 (888) 539-7474 www.sirius.com The Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite TV Plus SIRIUS 100107a...
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Page 41: Day Limited Warranty
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788 1-800-645-4994 128-8665...