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Sirius Satellite Radio SDSV6V1 User Manual

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Listening to Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . 62 FM Presets .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Features Congratulations, on your purchase of the Stratus 6! The Stratus 6 has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience: • Easy to read blue display: View artist name, song title, and channel information on an easy to read display . • A La Carte programming capability: Make individual channel selection .

  • Page 7: Safety And Care Information

    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 . • Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140ûF or below -4ûF, or above 60ûC or below -20ûC) .
  • Page 8 Introduction WARNING! • Opening the case may result in electric shock . • If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water . If the liquid crystal fluid comes into contact with your eyes, flush the eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical care .

  • Page 9: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box? menu jump PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Stratus 6 Radio Aux In Cable Vent Mount and Extended Dash Mount Vent Clamps PowerConnect Antenna & Dash Mount Magnetic Mount Antenna Screws Power Adapter Alcohol Preparation Pads and Rubber Tail...

  • Page 10: Stratus 6 Functions

    Introduction Stratus 6 Functions Power Button Turn radio on and off . menu jump Jump Directly access traffic and weather of the 20 most congested cities . FM / Menu Button FM: Press to access and cycle through FM presets . Menu: Press and hold to access advanced features and configuration options;...

  • Page 11: Powerconnect Vehicle Dock

    PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Color-Coded Connections The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect . Just match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes where . PWR (Red) FM (Blue) Connection for Connection for PowerConnect...

  • Page 14: Vehicle Installation

    Vehicle Installation Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing the Stratus 6 in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct any air bags . The location should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of the display screen .
  • Page 15 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5...

  • Page 16: Step 2: Install The Vent Or Dash Mount

    Vehicle Installation Step 2: Install the Vent or Dash Mount Depending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or the Vent Mount . Installing the Dash Mount: CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be difficult to remove . Do not install this mount on leather surfaces (contact your vehicle dealer if you are unsure about your dash surface), and make sure the air temperature is at least 60ûF (15ûC) during installation .
  • Page 17 Clean the surface with the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry thoroughly . Peel off the adhesive liner . Position, press, and hold the Dash Mount and PowerConnect Vehicle Dock in place for 30 seconds . IMPORTANT! Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to cure (dry) for a minimum of 2-4 hours before using the mount .
  • Page 18 Vehicle Installation Installing the Vent Mount: Locate a vent with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and radio . If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount . If so, Remove the shorter vent clamps and install the longer ones into the Vent Mount .
  • Page 19 Attach the Vent Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the provided screws . Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2) . Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3) .

  • Page 20: Step 3: Mount The Magnetic Mount

    Vehicle Installation Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle . To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna: Choose the best location for your antenna considering your own personal situation .
  • Page 21 SUV: We recommend mounting the antenna at the rear of the roof as shown . Convertible: We recommend mounting the antenna at the leading edge of the trunk as shown . Pickup Truck: We recommend mounting the antenna above the front windshield as shown .

  • Page 22: Antenna

    Vehicle Installation Attach the Rubber Tail to the antenna and press the antenna cable into the Rubber Tail . The Rubber Tail will help to position the antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid . Clean the surface of the selected mounting location using the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry...
  • Page 23 TIP! Mount the antenna on the roof (for most vehicles) or trunk (for convertibles) where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions .
  • Page 24 TIP! Mount the antenna on the roof where it has at least 3 inches of clear space around it . TIP! Use the supplied Rubber Tail to cover and protect the antenna cable . CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna closer than 3 inches from the edge of the roof .
  • Page 25 CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on the dashboard . CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna on any of the vehicle’s front, back or side pillars . CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close to a roof rack . Adjust the rack so it’s further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to the center of the roof .
  • Page 26 Vehicle Installation CAUTION! Don’t mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna close to another antenna . Mount it at least 3 inches away . TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids . Use things typically found around the home, like electrical tape, to secure cables in areas so that hinges do not pinch the cable with the door .
  • Page 27 Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions for how to route and hide the antenna cable . Then route your antenna cable according to the instructions which follow for your specific type of vehicle . Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card, a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to lift the Feed cable under...
  • Page 28 Vehicle Installation Route cable out from under rear windshield moulding and tuck into weatherstripping around trunk opening Avoid sharp bends by running cable through weatherstripping for several inches Pull weatherstripping from trunk opening Tuck cable into weather- stripping. Route cable through weatherstripping several inches to avoid sharp bends Pull cable out of weather-...
  • Page 29 Bring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunk Route cable along trunk wall and into cabin through gap or conduit, along existing wiring harness Route cable along trunk wall and into cabin...
  • Page 30 Vehicle Installation Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool trim and tuck cable under trim. Continue towards front of vehicle Route cable under trim or upholstery Continue routing cable under trim or carpet towards front of vehicle Route cable from trunk under interior trim, into cabin and towards front...
  • Page 31 Continue routing cable under carpet or console to radio location Pull carpet or mat back Bring cable out from trim and route under carpet to dashboard or console TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids .
  • Page 32 Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Rear of the Roof: 1 . Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear window . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the rear window and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding .
  • Page 33 area under the interior trim, towards the front of the vehicle . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough to tuck the cable under underneath . Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the doors . Airbag locations are marked with “SRS”...
  • Page 34 Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Front of the Roof: 1 . Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the windshield . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding .
  • Page 35 • SUV: 1 . Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the rear tailgate window/door and route the cable along the rear hatch . Lift the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping .
  • Page 36 Vehicle Installation or controls . Secure the excess cable with wire ties (purchased separately) . 4 . Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location . Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the dock .
  • Page 37 Airbag locations are marked with “SRS” logos . Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable . 4 . Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console . Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls .
  • Page 38 Vehicle Installation • Pickup Truck: 1 . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath it . 2 . Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to the lowest corner .

  • Page 39: Step 5: Connect The Magnetic Mount Antenna And Powerconnect Power

    Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the silver ANT connector on the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock . Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket . Plug the PowerConnect Power Adapter into the red PWR connector on the dock .

  • Page 40: Step 6: Connect The Audio

    Vehicle Installation Step 6: Connect the Audio To play audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio connection options: • Option 1: Best: Use the included Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary input connection .
  • Page 41 Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector on the dock . Plug the other end into the auxiliary input jack connection of your vehicle’s stereo system . Insert your Stratus 6 into the dock, aligning the radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on the dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio .
  • Page 42 Vehicle Installation Power on your Stratus 6 by pressing the Power button . Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the sky . Verify that you are receiving the SIRIUS signal . There should at least be one bar on the upper right corner of the main display screen that denotes antenna signal strength .
  • Page 43 If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 184, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i .e ., auxiliary input source (step 7) . Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 9) .
  • Page 44 Vehicle Installation Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector on the dock . Insert the Cassette Adapter in the vehicle’s cassette deck . You may need to turn on your vehicle’s stereo system in order to do so .
  • Page 45 . If it’s not on channel 184, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 62 to learn about how to tune a channel . If you haven’t done so, turn on your vehicle’s stereo system . Set it to play input from the cassette source .
  • Page 46 Vehicle Installation in your vehicle . Refer to “Audio Level” on page 84 . If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 184, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i .e ., cassette source (step 7) .
  • Page 47 Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions Insert your Stratus 6 into the dock, aligning the radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on the dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio . Power on Stratus 6 radio by pressing the Power button .
  • Page 48 Vehicle Installation You’ll first need to find an available FM channel . An available FM channel is one that’s not being used by an FM radio station in your area . When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static or silence –...
  • Page 49 Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 4 . Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel . 90.1 menu jump MATCH FM CHANNELS Set your Stratus 6 to transmit on the same FM channel that you have selected in step 4: i .
  • Page 50 Vehicle Installation vi . The FM channel you selected will be confirmed on the display screen . The Stratus 6 will tune to the FM channel . 8 You should hear SIRIUS channel 184 through your vehicle’s FM radio . If you are satisfied with the sound quality, you’re done! You are now ready to activate your Stratus 6 .
  • Page 51 Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) Installation The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer . Professional installation can help improve your radio’s reception and significantly reduce the visibility of wires . To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought your radio, or go to sirius .com/accessories .

  • Page 54: Activation

    Activation Before you can enjoy Commercial-Free Music, plus Sports, News, Talk & Entertainment, you need to activate your Stratus 6: Make sure your Stratus 6 is properly installed, turned on, and receiving the SIRIUS signal so that you can hear the audio on channel 184 . When you first turn on the Stratus 6, after the startup sequence, the SIRIUS channel lineup may update .
  • Page 55 button . Thereafter, if you press , you can scroll and tune other channels . Activation usually takes less than 5 minutes, but sometimes may take longer . We recommend that your radio remain on until activated .

  • Page 58: Using Your Stratus 6

    Using Your Stratus 6 The Main Display Whenever you power your Stratus 6 On, it will automatically tune to the last channel you were listening to before it was powered Off . The Stratus 6’s display screen will show the channel number, the song or show being played, and the artist name of the current channel .

  • Page 59: My Channels

    My Channels Channels are organized into categories to make it easier for you to find the ones that suit your taste . My Channels is a special category that displays the channels contained in your subscription plan . You can display this and any category by pressing M y C h a n n e l s ( 1 5 1 ) Category Name...

  • Page 60: Navigation Basics

    Using Your Stratus 6 Navigation Basics Power Button Pressing the Power button turns the Stratus 6 On or Off . Navigation Buttons Use the Left, Right, Up, and Down buttons to navigate through various features and functions of Stratus 6 . • Left or Right Pop, Sports, Talk/New etc .
  • Page 61 display screen, pressing the Select button prompts for the entry of a channel number using the number buttons . Once the channel number is entered, the radio directly tunes to the new channel . At the main display screen, pressing and holding the Select button tunes to the previous channel that was being played .

  • Page 62: Listening To Satellite Radio

    Using Your Stratus 6 Listening to Satellite Radio Tune a channel: Press and release previous channel . Press and hold to tune to channel which is displayed . View a category: Channels are organized into categories to make it easier for you to find the ones that suit your taste .

  • Page 63: Direct Tune

    Direct Tune A channel can be tuned directly by entering the channel number using the number buttons . To directly tune a channel press the Select button . 0 3 5 C h i l l Enter Channel # ___ Enter the channel number using the buttons 0-9 .
  • Page 64 Using Your Stratus 6 Jump When configured properly, pressing jump will tune to the traffic and weather channel of a selected city, from a list of the 20 most congested cities . This button allows you to quickly tune the traffic/weather broadcast of the selected city, and then tune back to the original channel to which you were listening by pressing jump again .

  • Page 65: Favorite Channels

    Returning to main display screen When changing the radio options using the menu options, pressing and holding menu in most instances will return you to the main display screen . In some instances, you may need to follow the instructions on the display screen .

  • Page 66: Fm Presets

    Using Your Stratus 6 FM Presets FM presets make it easy to quickly access stored FM channels and choose a new FM channel from them . Use FM presets when you use PowerConnect to listen to your Stratus 6 through your vehicle’s FM radio .

  • Page 68: Special Features

    Special Features Parental Lock Your Stratus 6 has the ability to lock channels you do not want others (such as children) to access without your permission . Locked channels will not appear in the channel or category list . The default lock code is 0000 . Locked channels can be tuned directly using the 0-9 number buttons and entering the locked channel number .

  • Page 69: Parental Lock

    Enter a new 4 digit code using the 0–9 number buttons . Once you have entered the code you will then be prompted to enter the new code again to confirm . If you entered the same lock code again, the code is saved .
  • Page 70 Press the Select button to lock or unlock a channel . Note that locked channels will display a lock icon to the right of the channel name . You can continue to select channels for locking or unlocking . When you are finished, press and hold menu to exit .

  • Page 72: Where Else Can You Use Your

    6 Radio to your lifestyle and enhance your listening experience . With these accessories, you can effortlessly take your Satellite Radio listening experience from your vehicle to your home or office or on the go — all with a single subscription .

  • Page 74: Configuring Your Stratus 6

    Configuring Your Stratus 6 Sirius ID Your Stratus 6 has a numeric 12-digit ID which uniquely identifies the radio . This ID is used during the activation process . To display the Sirius ID: Press and hold menu until the menu options are displayed . Sirius ID will be highlighted .

  • Page 75: Area

    Find Available FM Channels in Your Area Before attempting any of the procedures below, you should park your vehicle in a safe location . Do not attempt to set up your FM channels or any Stratus 6 function while driving . PowerConnect allows you to listen to SIRIUS audio through your vehicle’s FM radio .
  • Page 76 Configuring Your Stratus 6 and Select an FM Channel” on page 79 .) You should hear the SIRIUS channel through your vehicle’s radio . If you are satisfied with the sound quality, you’re done! If this FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list until you find an FM channel that allows you to hear SIRIUS clearly .
  • Page 77 NOTE! You may find an FM channel with static or silence that does not work with the Stratus 6 . It is possible that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents reception of the Stratus 6 broadcast . Your only options are to use another FM channel or a different audio connection method .

  • Page 78: Turn Fm Transmitter On/Off

    Configuring Your Stratus 6 Turn FM Transmitter On/Off The built-in FM Transmitter in the Stratus 6 works with the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, and is used when you choose to listen to the Stratus 6 through your vehicle’s FM radio . To turn the FM Transmitter On or Off: Press and hold menu until the menu options are displayed .

  • Page 79: Set And Select An Fm Channel

    Set and Select an FM Channel Stratus 6 allows you to easily store (i .e ., preset) up to 5 different FM channels . At any time, you can select any one of these 5 FM presets to transmit audio from the Stratus 6 choice of 5 FM presets also makes it easy to switch to the appropriate FM channel as you travel from one area to another .
  • Page 80 Configuring Your Stratus 6 pressing to tune in steps of 1, i .e ., 99 .3 to 100 .3 . Press the Select button to select the FM channel . The FM channel you selected will be confirmed on the display screen and the Stratus 6 will tune to the FM channel . 6 Set your vehicle’s FM radio to same FM channel .

  • Page 81: Jump Settings

    Jump Settings Jump can be set to jump to the traffic and weather channel of one of the 20 most congested cities . You’ll need to select the desired city from the list . To configure jump: Press and hold menu until the menu options are displayed . Press to scroll to and highlight Jump Settings and press the Select button .

  • Page 82: Display

    Configuring Your Stratus 6 Display The Display option allows you adjust the brightness and contrast of the Stratus 6’s display to improve its visibility in different lighting conditions . You also can set the mode of the display screen to show channel name or category name information . To change the display’s brightness or contrast: Press and hold menu until the menu options are displayed .
  • Page 83 To change the display screen mode: Press and hold menu until the menu options are displayed . Press to scroll to and highlight Display and press the Select button . Press to scroll to and highlight Mode and press the Select button .

  • Page 84: Audio Level

    Configuring Your Stratus 6 Audio Level The audio level of the Stratus 6 between the dock and the vehicle’s stereo Stratus 6’s volume level to match the volume of other audio sources you may use, such as a CD player, other FM stations, or an MP3 player . Do not use the audio level as a volume control .

  • Page 85: Signal

    Signal For best reception, your Magnetic Mount Antenna should have an unobstructed view of the SIRIUS satellites . In large cities, terrestrial transmitters (ground repeaters) help increase the signal coverage . Your Stratus 6 can display the received strength of the satellite and terrestrial signals being received .

  • Page 86: Factory Default

    Factory Default You can clear all of your personal settings, such as favorite channels, and return the radio to its original out-of-the-box settings . To restore the Stratus 6 to the factory defaults: NOTE! Restoring defaults permanently removes all personal settings . Press and hold menu until the menu options are displayed .

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Stratus 6 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 . • Make sure the vehicle power socket is clean and free of corrosion . • Make sure you have connected the Stratus 6 as described in this User Guide .
  • Page 89 If you see this on the screen: Invalid Channel Firmware Updating If this happens: You do not receive all the SIRIUS channels to which you have subscribed No audio when using the Aux In Cable or Cassette Adapter No audio when using PowerConnect or FMDA Audio sounds too soft Try this:...
  • Page 90 Troubleshooting If this happens: Audio fades or has static when listening No song title or artist name is displayed Try this: • Check all cables for a firm and secure connection . • If you are using PowerConnect to listen via your vehicle’s FM radio, and the problem persists, it most likely is interference from another commercial or broadcast FM station .

  • Page 92: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications System Power Requirements: Operating Temperature: Audio Output: Stratus 6 Radio Dimensions: Weight: PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Dimensions: Weight: FM Connector: Audio Connector: Antenna Connector: Power Connector: PowerConnect Power Adapter Dimensions: Weight: Input / Output: Cable Length: Vehicle Antenna Type: Connector: Cable Length: Aux In Cable...

  • Page 93: Patent Information

    Patent and Environmental Information Patent Information It is prohibited to, and you agree that you will not, copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise access and/or make available any technology incorporated in this product . The music, talk, news, entertainment, data, and other content on the Services are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and all ownership rights remain with the respective content and data service providers .
  • Page 94 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help . WARNING! The FCC and FAA have not certified this Satellite Radio Receiver for use in any aircraft (neither portable nor permanent installation) . Therefore, SIRIUS | XM Radio...
  • Page 95 Copyrights and Trademarks ©2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . and its subsidiaries . All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners . All rights reserved . Visit sirius .com/siriuslineup for updates .

  • Page 96: Owners Record

    Owners Record Owner’s Record The model number is located below and the SIRIUS ID is located on the label on the back of the Stratus Record the SIRIUS ID in the space provided below . Refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product . Model Number: SDSV6 SIRIUS ID:___________________________...
  • Page 98 sirius .com SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1 .888 .539 . 7 474 © 2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . SDSV6UG 092309a...

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