Acura 2008 MDX Owner's Manual page 192

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system)
NOSIGNAL The signal is
currently too weak. Move the vehicle
to an area away from tall buildings,
and with an unobstructed view of the
southern horizon.
- - - -
The selected channel
number does not exist, or is not part
of your subscription, or this channel
has no artist or title information at
this time.
A NTENNA There is a problem
with the XM antenna. Please consult
your dealer.
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Signal may be blocked by
mountains or large obstacles to
the south.
The XM satellites are in orbit over
the equator; therefore, objects south
of the vehicle may cause satellite
reception interruptions. To help
compensate for this, ground-based
repeaters are placed in major
metropolitan areas.
Signal weaker in
these areas.
SATELLITE
2008 MDX
GROUND REPEATER
Satellite signals are more likely to be
blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you
travel from the equator. Carrying
large items on a roof rack can also
block the signal.