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- Page 1 V e h i c l e K i t Installation & User Guide...
- Page 2 Congratulations on the Purchase of your new SIRIUS Stiletto Vehicle Kit! The Stiletto Vehicle Kit will maximize your safety and provide convenience by positioning the Stiletto for easy viewing and operation. Whether you choose the FM wireless or direct con- nect option when installing the kit, the rich digital sound of SIRIUS radio will play through your vehicle’s stereo system.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of ConTenTS WaRnIng and SafeTy InfoRmaTIon FCC Caution ........4 FCC Interference Statement . -
Page 4: Warning And Safety Information
Warning and Safety Information FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Be sure to observe the following warnings. Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may result in a serious accident and/or personal injury. • Installation must be performed according to this installation guide. SIRIUS is not respon- sible for issues arising from installations not performed according to the procedures in this guide. -
Page 6: Warnings
Warnings notice To drivers In California and minnesota State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other dashboard or friction mounting options should be used. SIRIUS does not take any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. -
Page 7: Package Contents
Package Contents The following items are included with your purchase of the SIRIUS Stiletto Vehicle Kit. Unpack the kit carefully and make sure that everything shown is present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if the kit fails to operate properly, notify your dealer immediately. It is recom- mended that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your kit in the future. - Page 8 fm extender Cable fm extender Cable Package Contents Suction Cups (2) Suction Cups (2) Self adhesive Self adhesive Cable guides (3) Cable guides (3)
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Page 9: Controls Vehicle Dock 9
Controls Vehicle Dock Figure 1 and the table following identify and describe the buttons, connectors, and features of the vehicle dock. Lock Direct Entry Tune/ Preset Buttons Tune Preset preset Preset Mode Indicator Tune Mode Indicator FM OUT DC5V figure 1 figure 1 Jump tune... - Page 10 Vehicle dock button and Connector descriptions button/ action Connector In Tune Mode: Directly selects the channel indicted by the num- bers which were pressed Press 0 – 9 In Preset Mode: Selects presets 0 – 9 Changes to the direct tuning mode where channel numbers may Press tune be entered...
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Page 11: Remote Control Reference Guide
Remote Control Reference Guide Figure 2 and the table following identify and describe the buttons of the remote control. The remote control works when the Stiletto is in the vehicle dock. Power Back Media Dial (CCW) Rewind Media Dial (CW) Options Rewind Love... - Page 12 button action Press Turns the Stiletto On/Off Power Press Mutes (or un-mutes) the audio mute Pressing Up is equivalent to turning the Media Dial counter-clockwise Pressing Down is equivalent to turning the Media Dial clockwise Press If listening, displays channel or category list Up/down If in a list, menu, or prompt, scrolls to next or previous item Pressing Right is equivalent to Fast-Forward...
- Page 13 Remote Control button descriptions Continued button action Cycles between 3-channel display mode, 6-channel display Press mode, artist name, and song title when in the channel browsing display mode Pauses a broadcast Press or resumes playing Play/Pause a paused broadcast If listening, rewinds a broadcast to the previous song or show...
- Page 14 Remote Control button descriptions Continued button action Saves the song or show if possible, or adds to favorites when song/show Press cannot be saved While recording, prompts to stop recording love Displays recording setup screen Hold While recording, prompts to stop recording –...
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Page 15: Remote Control Battery Installation
Remote Control button descriptions Continued button action Jumps to a preselected traffic/weather channel Press jump A second press returns to the previous channel or song/show Displays the FM Frequency screen where the FM transmitter Press frequency can be selected, or an FM preset selected using the 0–9 buttons Remote ContRol BatteRy InstallatIon To install the remote control battery, locate the battery drawer on the bottom edge. -
Page 16: Installation
Installation SIRIUS suggests professional installation of this product in your vehicle. Professional instal- lation provides an experienced technician to install this product in your vehicle, advice for selecting a suitable mounting location, installation of the antenna, and routing all the neces- sary wires and cables. - Page 17 Depending upon the mounting method you select, the mount should be assembled as described in one of the following two sections. In choosing a mounting location, be sure that position chosen will not block access to the Lock and vehicle dock. Console mount method (a) To assemble and mount the vehicle dock for the console mount method A as shown in Figure Attach the adhesive foot to the vehicle dock using the provided screws, placing the...
- Page 18 Adhesive Mounting Finger Vehicle Foot Bracket Grip Dock figure 5 figure 5 Installation...
- Page 19 Vent mount method (b) To assemble and mount the vehicle dock for the vent mount method B as shown in Figure 4: Assemble the vent mount clip as shown in Figure 6. Note that the lower arm may be at- tached in two different positions.
- Page 20 Finger Vehicle Vent Clip Grip Dock Clip Arms figure 7 figure 7 Installation...
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Page 21: Installing The Antenna
Installing the Antenna The optimum mounting location for the magnetic antenna is on the roof of the vehicle, with a minimum unobstructed area of 12 inches by 12 inches, and exactly 6½ inches from the rear roof edge of the vehicle (the length of the rubber antenna cable cover/tail). It is important to avoid any obstructions that will block the SIRIUS signal, obstructions such as a roof rack, a sunroof, roof mounted cargo containers, or other antennas. - Page 22 Convertible. Mount the antenna along the center-line of the trunk lid, with the rubber antenna cable cover/tail directed toward the rear window. When you have selected a suitable mounting location, clean the area where the antenna and rubber antenna cable cover/tail will be mounted with the supplied alcohol swab. Protective Strips Rubber Antenna...
- Page 23 antenna cable in a location where it can be hidden. Connect the antenna cable to the ANT connection at the rear of the vehicle dock. (Refer to Figure 12 on page 24 for the location of this connector.) Once the antenna cable is routed through the vehicle, and you are satisfied with the cable routing, peel the protective material from the adhesive strips and press the rubber antenna cable cover/tail firmly into place on the vehicle.
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Page 24: Connecting The Cigarette Lighter Adapter
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter Connect the provided cigarette lighter adapter to the DC5V connection at the rear of the vehicle dock. (Figure 12) FM OUT DC5V Do not use any other power adapter for the vehicle dock, or connect it directly to the vehicle’s power. -
Page 25: Docking And Un-Docking The Stiletto
Docking and Un-docking the Stiletto When docking the Stiletto, be sure the Lock button of the vehicle dock is in the unlocked position. (Refer to Figure 1 on page 9 for the location of the Lock button.) Grasp the vehicle dock with your free hand and place the Stiletto into the vehicle dock, as shown in Figure 13, and slide it down until it is fully seated. -
Page 26: Maximizing Audio Quality From Your Stiletto Radio
Maximizing Audio Quality From Your Stiletto Radio There are two primary ways to connect your SIRIUS radio to your vehicle radio: Wireless Connection or Direct Connection. The following sections will help you obtain the best perfor- mance. For the latest information go to http://www.sirius.com/vehicleinstallation. WIReless ConneCtIon Your SIRIUS radio contains an FM transmitter. - Page 27 the left side of the vehicle dock or press the Use the Media Dial or the channel. (Figure 15) Press and hold a you want to store the selected FM channel as a preset. (Figure 16) button to exit and transmit on the selected FM channel. The Stiletto will transmit on the selected FM channel.
- Page 28 a strong FM signal for good reception. The FM Extender Cable has suction cup mounts or permanent adhesive mounts for installing it on your vehicle’s window. Because of the different types of FM antennas found in vehicles, and the varied locations of the antenna in each vehicle, SIRIUS suggests professional installation of FM Extender Cable in your vehicle.
- Page 29 • on Glass Type FM Antenna: Wires on the window glass of the vehicle, usually near the top of the window. It may be located on the windshield glass, the rear window glass, or a rear side window in some SUV and mini-van type vehicles (and other vehicles).
- Page 30 Before attempting installation, you should verify the type and location of the FM antenna in your particular vehicle. If you have trouble locating it, consult the manual which accompanied your vehicle, consult a dealer for your type of vehicle, or consult a professional installer. The FM Extender Cable should be placed inside the vehicle, as close as possible to the vehicle’s FM antenna.
- Page 31 Important Caution: In some states it may not be legal to put the FM Extender Important Caution: In some states it may not be legal to put the FM Extender Cable on the windshield glass. In this case, the FM Extender Cable should be Cable on the windshield glass.
- Page 32 b Installation Instructions for Vehicles with aerial Type Roof mounted fm antenna For vehicles where the FM radio antenna is located on the front or rear of the roof of the vehicle, the FM Extender Cable should be mounted horizontally on the front or rear glass below the FM antenna, or installed into the headliner of the vehicle under the FM antenna.
- Page 33 Installation Instructions for Vehicles with on glass Type fm antenna For vehicles where the FM radio antenna is located on the window glass, the FM Extender Cable can be mounted horizontally on the glass, directly over the FM radio antenna, or installed into the headliner of the vehicle directly above the FM antenna.
- Page 34 figure 22 figure 22 Installation...
- Page 35 d Installation Instructions for Vehicles with Shark fin Type fm antenna For vehicles where the FM radio antenna is located on the rear of the roof of the vehicle, the FM Extender Cable should be mounted horizontally on the glass below the FM antenna, or installed into the headliner of the vehicle under the FM antenna.
- Page 36 Plug the FM Extender Cable into the FM OUT connector of your Stiletto vehicle dock. (Figure 24) Tune your vehicle’s FM radio and your Stiletto to the same FM channel (Figure 25): a. Turn off your Stiletto and tune through the FM channels on your vehicle’s FM radio to locate an FM channel that is not broadcasting in your area.
- Page 37 b. Power the Stiletto on. When it is completely powered up, press the button on the left side of the vehicle dock or press the control. c. Use the Media Dial FM channel. (Figure 26) in which you want to store the selected FM channel as a preset. (Figure 27) Select button to exit and transmit on the selected FM channel.
- Page 38 Adhesive Route the antenna cable to your SIRIUS radio. Use the included self adhesive cable guides (if necessary) to hold the antenna wire in place until it reaches the weather stripping or moulding at the edge of the window. Take advantage of any existing cable channels or wiring conduits and route the cable around the passenger compartment to the vehicle dock.
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Page 39: Direct Connections
DIReCt ConneCtIons A direct connection provides better audio performance than a wireless connection and removes the possibility of interference from local FM broadcasters. There are several ways to directly connect your Stiletto which are explained in the following sections. Tip: Depending on the model of radio in your vehicle and your level of comfort with in-car Tip: Depending on the model of radio in your vehicle and your level of comfort with in-car installations, a direct connection may require professional installation assistance. - Page 40 Cassette adapter If your vehicle radio has a cassette player: Purchase a Cassette Adapter at your local electronics retailer. Connect the adapter between the LINE OUT on the vehicle dock (refer to Figure 12 on page 24), and the vehicle radio’s cassette slot. (Figure 31) note: Refer to the cassette adapter manufacturer’s guidelines for correct use.
- Page 41 SIRIUS fm direct adapter If your vehicle radio does not have an “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” jack, the SIRIUS FM Direct Adaptor provides a wired connection between your Stiletto and your vehicle radio, eliminating the outside static and interference you sometimes experience when using a wireless FM connection. (Figure 32) Professional installation may be required.
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Page 42: Subscribing To The Sirius Service
When you have successfully subscribed to the SIRIUS service, and the Stiletto has been updated with your subscription information, an alert will be displayed. To continue, press Select button. You are now ready to begin enjoying Sirius Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment, and can tune to other channels! Installation... -
Page 43: Operation
Operation Presets Channel presets may be selected using the vehicle dock to tune to a channel by pushing the 0—9 buttons when the vehicle dock is in the preset mode. The Stiletto must be in the Satellite Radio mode to select presets. To select to a preset: Press the Preset button on the vehicle dock. -
Page 44: Direct Channel Tuning
Direct Channel Tuning Channels may be tuned directly by entering the channel number using the 0—9 buttons on the vehicle dock when the vehicle dock is in the tune mode. The Stiletto must be in the Satellite Radio mode to select channels. To directly tune a channel: Press the Tune button on the vehicle dock. -
Page 45: Jump Feature
Jump Feature Jump button on the vehicle dock allows you to jump to a pre-selected traffic/ jump weather report for your location. The Stiletto must be in the Satellite Radio mode to use the jump feature. When the Jump button is pressed, the traffic/weather report will be tuned. (Figures 38 jump &... -
Page 46: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom SIRIUS radio does not Blown fuse, or the vehicle dock does not have power or is not power on properly connected. Check the cigarette lighter adapter connection. Refer to the vehicle’s owners manual for the location of the vehicle’s fuse panel and check for a blown fuse. -
Page 47: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for purchase from your SIRIUS retailer to maximize your SIRIUS Stiletto experience: home Kit (model Slh1) The Stiletto Home Kit is a compact home dock that provides everything you need to use the Stiletto in your home or office. The sleek home dock pro- vides a convenient way to charge your Stiletto’s battery along with an extra slot for charging a spare battery. -
Page 48: Warranty
Warranty 12 month 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... -
Page 49: Specifications
Specifications Cigarette Lighter Adapter Fuse Requirement ......2A Slow Blow Cigarette Lighter Adapter Cable Length ........1.8m (6ft.) Cigarette Lighter Adapter Operating Temperature . -
Page 50: Copyrights & Trademarks
Copyrights & Trademarks © 2006 Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. ® “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. ™ “Stiletto” is a trademark of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. -
Page 51: Sirius Id
SIRIUS ID Write down the SIRIUS ID (SID) of your Stiletto in the space provided below. SID: _______________________________________ SIRIUS Customer Service: 1-888-539-7474 customercare@sirius-radio.com SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1-888-539-7474 http://www.sirius.com SIRIUS ID... - Page 52 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 (800) 869-5590 http://sirius.com SIRIUS Stiletto Vehicle Kit (091806a)
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