Sirius Satellite Radio SR-H550 User Manual

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SR-H550
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  • Page 1 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Home Receiver SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONGRATULATIONS! Your new SR-H550 SIRIUS SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment in your Home. Use this guide to familiarize yourself with the SR-H550’s features and capabilities. For the latest information about this and other SIRIUS products, please visit http://www.siriusradio.com. Table of Contents FCC Warning ...
  • Page 3 Sleep Mode ... 33 © 2005 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo and channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “NFL” and the NFL Shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League. NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League.
  • Page 4: Fcc Warning

    Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in this user guide. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 5: Cleaning The Receiver

    Receiver. • Connect the equipment to a different circuit from the one to which the Receiver is connected. SR-H550 User Guide • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help. Cleaning the Receiver If the Receiver becomes dirty, turn its power off and wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth.
  • Page 6 SIRIUS SR-H550 Satellite Radio Home Receiver Box Contents Unpack your SIRIUS SR-H550 Satellite Radio Home Receiver and be sure that everything shown here is present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if your Receiver fails to operate properly, notify the dealer or retailer where you purchased the product immediately.
  • Page 7: Sr-H550 Receiver Controls And Features

    Category List Screen which displays SIRIUS Channel Categories. SR-H550 User Guide 5. Signal Indicator: When lit this indicates that the Receiver is receiving the SIRIUS signal from the antenna. 6. Standby Indicator: When lit this indicates that the Receiver is turned off, but not unplugged.
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Sensor on the front panel of the Receiver. Installing Batteries in the Remote: 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Install the two AAA batteries as indicated. 3. Replace the battery cover. SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 9 Artist Name and Song Title information on the display screen. 3. DIRECT: Allows for direct channel entry using SR-H550 User Guide the number buttons. 4. CH+/-: Used to access channels in ascending and descending order. Also used for navigation through the Receiver’s menus.
  • Page 10: Introduction

    Installing Your SIRIUS Receiver You can begin to enjoy Sirius Satellite Radio as soon as the Receiver installation is complete. Set up your Receiver using the following installation instructions.
  • Page 11: Cabling Interconnections

    NOTE: Because of the orbiting characteristics of the SIRIUS satellites, the strength of the SIRIUS signal may change over time. In most cases however, the signal should be available continuously. If you experience a loss of signal or audio, reposition the antenna inside the home or outside as necessary.
  • Page 12: Antenna Placement

    Try to achieve a clear unobstructed view of the sky. Area 1: Aim East, Northeast, or Southeast Area 2: Aim North or Northeast Area 3: Aim North or Northwest Area 4: Aim West, Northwest or Southwest Area 5: Aim Straight Up SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 13: Testing Antenna Signal Strength

    10.Plug the adapter into a 110VAC wall receptacle. The front panel STANDBY LED will light red. 11. You are now ready to enjoy SIRIUS programming within your home. Testing Antenna Signal Strength The stronger the signal strength, the less likely it is that you will experience an interruption of the audio.
  • Page 14: Operating The Receiver

    LED lights green when properly con- nected to a AC wall outlet. Activating your SIRIUS Subscription Before you can listen to the SIRIUS service, you must subscribe to the SIRIUS Satellite Radio service. 1. Make sure that the Receiver is properly connected and that its antenna is oriented to receive the SIRIUS satellite signal.
  • Page 15: Channel Up/Down Buttons And Ent/Sel Button

    You can store up to 20 Artist/Song or Sports Team combinations. The Receiver will search the current incoming SIRIUS signal, and then alert you if it finds a match to an Artist/Song or Sports Team stored in the Receiver’s memory.
  • Page 16: Display (Disp) Button

    These buttons are used to directly enter a desired channel number. They are also used when entering and recalling preset channel numbers into memory. Basic Operation With the Receiver properly installed, activated and connected to your home audio system, proceed as follows: SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 17: Tuning By Category

    1. Press the Power button; the Receiver turns on and the SIRIUS logo appears for 3 seconds followed by the default display for the channel and tuning mode in effect prior to turning it off. 2. Press the CHANNEL Up/Down buttons to...
  • Page 18: Direct Tuning

    Continue this procedure for storing all the desired channels. To retrieve a preset channel, momentarily press and release the number button corresponding to the desired channel. there SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 19: Preset List Mode

    DISP button changes to Song Title List. While the contents of the preset listing are displayed, press the CHANNEL Up/Down buttons SR-H550 User Guide to navigate through the list. When the desired selection is highlighted, press the ENT/SEL button and the selected channel will be played.
  • Page 20: Memory Button (S-Seek Function)

    (Artist Name, Song Title, or Sports Team), up to a total of 20 listings. The Receiver has the capability to search the current incoming SIRIUS signal and alert the user when a saved Song Title or Artist is being played.
  • Page 21: Replace/Cancel Options

    “Initial Game Alert” will sound an alert when the team you have chosen is playing a game. “All Score Updates” will sound an alert when the SR-H550 User Guide team you have chosen is playing a game, and also when the scores are updated for the team.
  • Page 22: Viewing Programmed Information Stored In Memory

    1. When the MEMO button is pressed for 3 seconds, this enters the S-Seek mode and the stored memory information (one-at-a-time) is displayed in page format. 2. Use the CHANNEL Up/Down buttons to scroll through the stored listings to view the information. SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 23: Deleting A Artist/Song/Sports Team Stored In Memory

    Delete option. 3. Press the ENT/SEL button and a Delete confirmation screen will appear. SR-H550 User Guide 4. To permanently delete the item from your list, highlight “Yes” using the CHANNEL Up/Down buttons and press the ENT/SEL button to confirm.
  • Page 24 The display then reverts to the S-Seek Alert or My Game Zone screen which displays the current matches. You can now select the Artist Name, Song Title, or Sports Team that you wish to listen Giants @ Cowboys Bulls @ Cavaliers My Game Zone SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 25: Menu Display Operations

    NOTE: Play of the current selection will continue until a new selection is made. SR-H550 User Guide Menu Display Operations To enter the Menu Options page, press the MENU Button. The Menu Options list will appear on the LCD display.
  • Page 26: Sirius Id

    Sirius ID This menu choice displays your 12 digit Sirius ID number. No adjustments are allowed in this mode. To exit this option, press the ENT/SEL or MENU Button. Game Alert Game Alert allows you to store your favorite sports teams in memory.
  • Page 27: Display Settings

    “All Score Updates” does the same but also sounds an alert when the scores are updated for the chosen team. To exit the Game Alert menu, press the MENU button. SR-H550 User Guide Display Settings The following adjustments are possible: COLLEGE None...
  • Page 28: Confirm Tone Options

    (or by returning to this menu and going through the same process to return the channel to the list). Upon adding a channel back to the list, the text “Lock” is removed from alongside the channel number/name. SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 29: Lock/Unlock Default Code Function

    Antenna Aiming Upon entering this mode, two 10 segment horizontal bar graphs are displayed with a “-“ sign to the left and a “+” sign to the right. The SIRIUS signal strength is displayed by the SAT graph,...
  • Page 30: Memory Options

    TER graph. Position the antenna to optimize either the SIRIUS or terrestrial signal. (Refer to page 9.) The current setting is indicated on the bar graph. Moving the antenna location adjusts...
  • Page 31: Clock

    Daylight Savings Time, if used. The clock data is provided via the SIRIUS signal, and will update based on the received signal. Format...
  • Page 32: Alarm Clock

    Down button will decrease the minutes. When the desired time is displayed, press the ENT/SEL button. NOTE: The loss of the SIRIUS signal by the Receiver will result in a series of alarm tones only. Program Alert When this menu option is selected, you will be able to program the Receiver to switch to a selected channel at a specific time.
  • Page 33: Time/Day

    SR-H550 User Guide Channel Press the CHANNEL Up/Down buttons to scroll through a listing of all the SIRIUS channels in a circular motion. The listing should encompass all 5 available lines. When the desired channel is highlighted, press the ENT/SEL button.
  • Page 34: Factory Default

    • Audio Output Level to 70% • Access to all skipped channels (Locked channels remain locked) • Memory Search On • Memory Locations are erased • 12 Hour Clock Format • Eastern Time Zone • Daylight Savings Time Observed SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Receiver. The antenna or the antenna cable is faulty. Contact your installer, dealer, or retailer, or, SIRIUS Product Support at 1-800-869-5590. Check for obstacles over or around satellite antenna. Change the location to eliminate nearby obstacles (trees, buildings, etc.) The Receiver audio cables are not connected, or incorrectly connected to your stereo system.
  • Page 36: Specifications

    Antenna Type ... Indoor/Outdoor Windowsill Antenna Cable Length ... 21’ (single micro-cable) Antenna Connector Type ... SMB Note: Features and specifications subject to change without notice. DC Output: 9-16VDC, Negative Ground (14.75” x 10.75” x .2.75”) (1.75” x 6.25” x 1.0”) SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 37: Month Limited Warranty

    12-MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. (the “Company”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts...
  • Page 38 NOTES: SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 39 Please record the SIRIUS ID (SID) in the space provided below: SIRIUS ID: SIRIUS Customer Service: 1-888-539-7474 SIRIUS Product Support: 1-800-869-5590 customercare@sirius-radio.com SR-H550 User Guide...
  • Page 40 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1-888-539-7474 www.sirius.com © 2005 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. SR-H550 (Rev. 1, April 2005)

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