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  • Page 1 Dock & Play Radio + Vehicle Kit User Guide...
  • Page 2 If you experience problems with the operation or performance of your SiriusXM product, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR RETAILER. Call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-800-869-5364 and speak to one of our service representatives.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Color Themes.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Features Thank you for purchasing the Sirius Starmate 8 with Vehicle Kit! Sirius Starmate 8 has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience: • Choose from six different display colors to match your dash lights, and personalize with the trim rings. • Pause, rewind and replay live satellite radio.

  • Page 7: Safety And Care Information

    Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your convenience. It is your responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge, skills, and physical ability required to properly perform an installation. SiriusXM shall have no liability for damage or injury resulting from the installation or use of any SiriusXM or third party products.
  • 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 direct PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Dash Mount Starmate 8 Radio Aux In Cable Vent Mount and Extended Vent Clamps Trim Rings Trim Ring Removal Tool Antenna & Dash Mount PowerConnect Magnetic Mount Alcohol Preparation Pads Power Adapter Antenna &...

  • Page 10: Starmate 8 Functions

    Introduction Starmate 8 Functions Up and Down Buttons Left and Right Buttons Power Button Press to preview and tune Press to search for Press to turn Radio on to channels through the channels by category. and off. channel lineup; also press Select Button to scroll through lists and Press to confirm...

  • 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. Front View AUDIO PWR (Red) ANT (Silver) FM (Blue) AUDIO (Green) Connection for...

  • Page 14: Vehicle Installation

    Vehicle Installation WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install Starmate 8 while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation. Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing Starmate 8 in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag.
  • Page 15 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5...

  • Page 16: Step 1: Choose A Location For Your

    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.
  • Page 17 5 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. The best adhesion occurs after 24 hours.
  • Page 18 Vehicle Installation Installing the Vent Mount: Extended Vent Clamps 1 Locate a vent with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Radio. 2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle are Short Vent Clamps recessed, you may need to use the longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount.
  • Page 19 3 Attach the Vent Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the provided screws. 4 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2). 5 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: 1 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 2 Attach the Rubber Tail to the antenna Magnetic Mount Antenna and press the antenna cable into the (Upside-Down) Rubber Tail. The Rubber Tail will help to position the antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid.
  • 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 Vehicle Installation 3” 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

    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 rubber window moulding...
  • 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 Pull weatherstripping weatherstripping for several inches 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 Coil excess cable under Pull carpet carpet or mat or mat back Bring cable out from trim 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: Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed At The Rear Of The Roof

    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 5 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 34 Vehicle Installation of the door opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties.
  • Page 35 logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable. 3 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 36 Vehicle Installation underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the doors. 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.
  • Page 37 the weather stripping. Run the cable inside of the weather stripping to the bottom of the door opening. 4 Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls.

  • Page 38: Step 5: Connect The Magnetic Mount Antenna And Powerconnect Power

    Vehicle Installation Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter 1 Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the silver ANT connector on the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock. AUDIO 2 Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket.

  • Page 39: Step 6: Connect The Audio

    Step 6: Connect the Audio To play Sirius audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio connection options: • Option 1: Best: Use the provided Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary input connection or jack. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual to find the location of the auxiliary input jack, or consult the vehicle dealer.
  • Page 40 Vehicle Installation Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions 1 Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector on the dock. 2 Plug the other end AUDIO into the auxiliary input jack of your vehicle’s stereo system. menu 3 Insert Starmate 8 into the dock, aligning the Radio against the rear...
  • Page 41 denotes antenna signal strength. You can Signal Indicator also press menu and then press scroll to and highlight Signal Indicator. Press the Select button. The Satellite SATELLITE and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the signal being received. If the signal reception is good, press and hold menu TERRESTRIAL to return to the main display screen.
  • Page 42 Vehicle Installation Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions 1 Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector on the dock. AUDIO 2 Insert the Cassette Adapter into the vehicle’s cassette deck. You may need to turn on your vehicle’s stereo system in order to do so.
  • Page 43 then press to scroll to and highlight Signal Indicator Signal Indicator. Press the Select button. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the signal being SATELLITE received. If the signal reception is good, press and hold menu to return to the main display screen.
  • Page 44 Vehicle Installation Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions 1 Insert your Starmate 8 into the dock. menu jump direct 2 Power on your Starmate 8 by pressing the Power button. menu jump 3 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the sky. direct Verify that you are receiving the Sirius signal.
  • Page 45 Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the Signal Indicator strength of the signal being received. If the signal reception is good, press and hold menu to return to the main display SATELLITE screen. 4 You’ll first need to find an available FM TERRESTRIAL channel.
  • Page 46 Vehicle Installation 5 Ensure Starmate 8 is tuned to channel Sirius Preview 184, the Sirius Preview channel. Upon power up, Starmate 8 should tune to To Activate, Call channel 184 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on channel 184, 888-539-7474 refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio”...
  • Page 47 v. Tune to the available FM channel you choose in step 4. Press 99.3 FM to tune in steps of .2, i.e., 99.3 to 99.5. Press to tune in steps of 1, i.e., 99.3 to 100.3. Press Set your vehicle radio to the the Select button to select the FM above channel to enable audio.
  • Page 48 Vehicle Installation 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 shop .sirius .com.

  • Page 50: Subscribe

    Subscribe You can either follow the general activation and subscription process or use the on-board activation guide to activate your Starmate 8 and subscribe to the Sirius service. General activation and subscription process: 1 Make sure your Starmate 8 is turned on, tuned to channel 184, the Sirius Preview channel, and receiving the Sirius signal so that you can hear the Sirius audio.
  • Page 51 sometimes may take longer. We recommend that your Radio remain on until activated. When your service is activated, Starmate 8 will display an alert message. To continue, press any button. Press to tune to other channels, and to browse the different categories of channels.

  • Page 54: Using Your Starmate 8

    Using Your Starmate 8 The Main Display When listening to a channel, information about the channel and what is currently playing is displayed. The Spectrum Channel Number Channel Name Tom Petty Artist Name or Talk Show Host I Should Have Known It or Sports Teams/Score Antenna Signal Song/Program Title...

  • Page 55: Navigation Basics

    Navigation Basics Power Button Pressing the Power button turns Starmate 8 On or Off. Navigation Buttons Pressing Left, Right, Up, and Down navigates through various features and functions of Starmate 8. • Left or Right button: Displays the channel categories such as Rock, Pop, Sports, Talk/News, etc.
  • Page 56 Using Your Starmate 8 Menu Button menu Pressing menu displays various options to make setup and feature changes. Pressing menu when in menu options returns to the previous menu option screen until menu options is exited. Pressing and holding menu returns to the main display screen in most instances.

  • Page 57: Listening To Satellite Radio

    Listening to Satellite Radio Tune to a channel: 1 Press and release to immediately tune to the next or previous channel. 2 Press and hold to quickly scroll through the channels. Release to tune to the channel that 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 58 Using Your Starmate 8 Direct Tune A channel can be tuned directly by entering the channel number using the number buttons. Direct Tune 1 To directly tune to a channel press Enter channel # direct. 6 2 _ 2 Use the number buttons 0-9 to enter the channel number and wait a moment until the channel is tuned, or press the Select button to immediately tune to...
  • Page 59 Jump Depending upon how you configure the mode, pressing jump will either go to the traffic and weather channel for the city of your choice, which you select from a list of the 22 most congested cities, or go to the previous channel to which you were listening.

  • Page 60: Favorite Channels

    Using Your Starmate 8 Favorite Channels You can set up to 10 of your favorite channels so you can easily access them. Each favorite channel can be assigned to a number button. To assign a favorite channel to a number button: 1 Tune to the desired channel.
  • Page 61 Scanning Channels in a Category You can scan a category and listen to each channel for 10 seconds before Starmate 8 automatically tunes to the next channel. If you want to stay tuned to the channel being played and stop the scan, just press the Select button. To scan a category: 1 Press until the desired category is displayed.

  • Page 62: Fm Presets

    Using Your Starmate 8 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 or the FMDA to listen to your Starmate 8 through your vehicle’s FM radio. (Refer to “Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions”...
  • Page 64 Using Your Starmate 8 Pause & Replay Pause & Replay gives you the opportunity to “hear that again” by temporarily storing and letting you access content of the currently tuned channel which played in approximately the last 30 minutes. Pressing places Starmate 8 into Pause &...
  • Page 65 resumes playing the live broadcast. To listen to the previous track: 1 Press and release to rewind to the beginning of the current song or program. 2 Repeated press and releases skips backwards to the start of the previous songs or programs until the beginning of the stored audio is reached. When the beginning is reached, playback automatically begins.

  • Page 66: Special Features

    Special Features Pause & Replay mode and resumes playing the live broadcast. Color Themes You can change the color of the display screen to one of 6 color themes: Blue, Red, Amber, Yellow, Silver, or Teal. You can choose the display color that matches your dash lights, and personalize with the trim rings.

  • Page 67: Trim Rings

    Trim Rings Your Starmate 8 has a changeable Trim Ring to style the Radio to your liking. The Trim Ring surrounds the Select button on the Radio. A total of three trim rings are included with your Starmate 8, including the one that is already installed in the Radio.
  • Page 68 Special Features 1 Place the Trim Ring Removal Tool on the Trim Ring on the Radio. Use care to align the tool so it’s centered on the Trim Ring. 2 Using mild pressure to keep the tool against the Trim Ring, rotate the tool counter-clockwise until it will not rotate any further.
  • Page 69 4 Turn the Radio face up again and insert the new Trim Ring into the Radio. 5 Align the Trim Ring Removal Tool on the Trim Ring on the Radio. Use care to align the tool so it’s centered on the Trim Ring. 6 Using mild pressure to keep the tool against the Trim Ring, rotate the tool clockwise until it will not rotate any further.

  • Page 70: Parental Controls

    Special Features Parental Controls Starmate 8 has a parental control feature which allows you to lock access to channels, or lock access to an entire category. A 4-digit code controls access to the locked channel or locked category. When you browse a category, the number of the Rock locked channel will be shown but not the artist Pearl Jam Radio...
  • Page 71 For each digit, press one of the 0-9 Enter Parental Code keys (or press to select digits) and then press to advance to the next digit. (Press if you need to go back and edit a previous 0 0 0 digit.) ii.
  • Page 72 Special Features 4 Press and hold menu to return to the main display screen. To lock (or unlock) channels or categories: 1 Press menu. 2 Press to scroll to and highlight Parental Controls. Press the Select button. 3 You will be prompted to enter the 4-digit code. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys (or press to select digits) and then press advance to the next digit.
  • Page 73 channel or category, simply highlight the locked channel or category and press the Select button. The lock icon will disappear indicating the channel or category is unlocked.) 8 You can continue to lock and unlock as many channels or categories as you wish.
  • Page 74 Special Features you need to go back and edit a previous digit.) 7 The Code Confirmation screen will be displayed. For your records, write down the code you have selected. Press the Select button. 8 Press and hold menu to return to the main display screen. To listen to a locked channel: There are two ways to tune to a channel which has been locked.
  • Page 76 Where Else Can You Use Your Starmate 8? SiriusXM offers a variety of accessories that allow you to adapt your Starmate 8 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 —...

  • Page 78: Configuring Your Starmate 8

    Configuring Your Starmate 8 Sirius ID Your Starmate 8 has a 12 character numeric ID which uniquely identifies your Radio. This ID is used during the subscription process. To display the Sirius ID: Sirius ID 1 Press menu. 2 Sirius ID will be highlighted. If it is not Your Sirius ID is: highlighted, press to scroll to and...

  • Page 79: 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 Starmate 8 function while driving. PowerConnect allows you to listen to SiriusXM through your existing vehicle radio.
  • Page 80 Configuring Your Starmate 8 2 Manually tune through your local FM channels Manually tune through your local FM channels on your vehicle’s FM radio. Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio. Start at 88.1 and use the ‘Manual’ tune function on your vehicle’s FM radio to tune through each FM channel one- by-one (88.1 followed by 88.3 etc.) to locate channels that aren’t being used by a local FM radio station.
  • Page 81 Aux In Cable, Cassette Adapter, or professional installation is your best solution if you drive in or near large metropolitan areas. NOTE! The SiriusXM FM Channel Finder relies on data from the Federal Communications Commission. The data may not reflect the latest stations in your area.

  • Page 82: Turning The Fm Transmitter On Or Off

    Configuring Your Starmate 8 Turning the FM Transmitter On or Off To turn the FM Transmitter On: 1 Press menu. 2 Press to scroll to and highlight FM FM Settings Settings and press the Select button. FM Transmitter 3 FM Transmitter will be highlighted. Press the Select button to toggle the FM Channels setting from Off to On.
  • Page 83 confirm that you want to turn off the FM Transmitter. Turn OFF FM? 5 Press and hold menu to exit. Please connect an AUX cable or no audio will be available. Press Select to confirm...

  • Page 84: Set And Select An Fm Channel

    Configuring Your Starmate 8 Set and Select an FM Channel Starmate 8 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 hear SiriusXM through your existing vehicle radio.
  • Page 85 being used, and you want to edit it, Edit Channel is highlighted. Press the Select button . The FM channel tuning screen is displayed. iii. If the chosen storage location has an FM preset that is not currently being used, and you want to start using it, press to highlight Start Using and press the Select button.
  • Page 86 Configuring Your Starmate 8 To quickly select an FM preset: 99.3 FM 1 Press FM to display the current FM preset. Set your vehicle radio to the 2 To display and select the next FM above channel to enable audio. preset, press FM again.

  • Page 87: Jump Settings

    Jump Settings The jump button can be configured to either jump to the traffic and weather for the city of your choice from a list of 22 of the most congested cities, or to jump back to the previous channel to which you were listening. When configuring for traffic/weather, you’ll need to select your city.

  • Page 88: Set Brightness

    Configuring Your Starmate 8 to scroll to and highlight your Set Location desired location and press the Select Atlanta button. 7 The JUMP Settings screen will display Baltimore the location you selected. Press and Boston hold menu to return to the main display screen.

  • Page 89: Set Audio Level

    Set Audio Level The audio level of Starmate 8 can be adjusted when an audio connection is made between the dock and the vehicle’s stereo system. Audio level is used to adjust Starmate 8’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.

  • Page 90: Signal Indicator

    Configuring Your Starmate 8 Signal Indicator For best reception, your Magnetic Mount Antenna should have an unobstructed view of the Sirius satellites. In large cities, there are terrestrial transmitters (ground repeaters) to help increase the signal coverage. Your Starmate 8 can display the received strength of the satellite and terrestrial signals being received.

  • Page 91: Auto Shut Off

    Auto Shut Off When enabled, Auto Shut Off will automatically turn Starmate 8 after an eight hour period of inactivity (no button presses or other user intervention). This feature prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged if you forget to turn your Starmate 8 off.

  • Page 92: Factory Settings

    Configuring Your Starmate 8 Factory Settings You can clear all of your personal settings, such as favorite channels, FM presets, etc., and return the Radio to its original out-of-the-box settings To reset Starmate 8 to factory settings: NOTE! Restoring to factory settings permanently removes all personal settings. 1 Press menu.

  • Page 93: Demo Mode

    Demo Mode Your Starmate 8 has a demo mode that starts playing when, for a prolonged period of time (more than 1 hour), the Radio either detects it’s not connected to the antenna, or the antenna stops receiving a signal. It disappears when the antenna is connected properly or when the Radio starts receiving a signal.
  • Page 94 Configuring Your Starmate 8 6 To exit demo mode at any time, press Demo Mode and hold the Select button for 10 seconds. Entering Demo Mode. Press & Hold Select for 10 seconds to exit...

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Starmate 8 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 Starmate 8 as described in this User Guide.
  • Page 97 If you see this on the screen: Try this: Firmware Updating • Your Starmate 8 is being updated over the air with the latest software. Wait until the update is done. If this happens: Try this: You do not receive all the • Ensure that you have subscribed to the service by channels to which you subscribed following the steps in “Subscribe”...
  • Page 98 Troubleshooting If this happens: Try this: Audio fades or has static when • Check all cables for a firm and secure connection. listening • 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 99 If this happens: Try this: The demo is playing • Your Magnetic Mount Antenna is not connected or you are not receiving the signal. Check that the antenna is connected properly and is not obstructed. • Press and hold the Select button for 10 seconds to exit Demo Mode.

  • Page 102: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications System Power Requirements: 9-16 V DC, 500 mA (max) Operating Temperature: -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C) Audio Output: 1.0 V rms (max) Starmate 8 Radio Dimensions: 4.5 in (width) x 2.4 in (height) x 0.7 in (depth) 115 mm (width) x 61 mm (height) x 17 mm (depth) Weight: 3.4 oz (96 g)

  • Page 103: 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 104 FCC Statement The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirius XM Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
  • Page 105 Copyrights and Trademarks ©2011 Sirius XM Radio Inc. “Sirius”, “XM” and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. “BBC” and “Radio One” are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation and are used under license. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Radio 1 logo ©...
  • Page 106 Owners Record The Radio model number is located below and the Sirius ID is located on the label on the back of Starmate Record the Sirius ID in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product. Radio Model Number: SST8 Sirius ID:___________________________...

  • Page 107: Warranty

    SiriusXM 90-Day Limited Warranty What This Warranty Covers This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser only. Sirius XM Radio Inc., at its sole option, will repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product without charge for parts and labor.
  • Page 108 siriusxm .com Sirius XM Radio Inc . 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1.888.539.7474 © 2011 Sirius XM Radio Inc. SST8VKUG 081611a...

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