Sirius XM RAdio Lynx Home Dock Quick Start Manual

Subscription Options Install the Home Dock and Radio, and Connect an Audio Device
Lynx allows you to connect to SiriusXM Satellite Radio, SiriusXM Internet Select a location in close proximity to your stereo system or powered speakers
for the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock. The location should be easily accessible and
Radio, or both. Connecting to both services provides you with the complete
experience, giving you access to all of the features Lynx has to offer. Whether provide good visibility of the display, but should not be located where it will be in
you're in your home, in your vehicle*, out walking or jogging, or within range direct sunlight, which will reduce the visibility of the display screen.
of a Wi-Fi® network, you'll always have a variety of SiriusXM content available.
a.
Connect the Home Power Adapter to the
SiriusXM Internet Radio provides the
red POWER connector at the rear of the
ability to listen to SiriusXM using a Wi-
dock, and plug it into an outlet.
Fi connection in your home, office, or
anywhere there is a hotspot. Listen to live b.
To get the complete SiriusXM Lynx
Internet Radio, or listen to On Demand shows
experience, you will need to connect the
that previously aired on SiriusXM. When
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna to the
you activate your SiriusXM Internet Radio
silver ANT connector at the rear of the
subscription you will create the credentials
dock.
(username and password) that allow Lynx to
connect and receive service. You can also use your credentials to enjoy c.
Place Lynx into the dock and press the
SiriusXM Internet Radio on your computer or other compatible device.
Power button on the top of Lynx for 3
seconds to power on.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio adds additional exciting features such as Radio
Replays, which saves and stores music from your favourite channels so
you can listen to them anywhere, anytime. Another great feature is Tune
Start, which plays the current song or show from the beginning when you
tune to one of your favourite channels. Use the record feature to record your
d.
Lynx will automatically connect via Bluetooth
favourite channels and shows, and then listen to them anywhere, anytime.
to the dock. The Bluetooth Indicator Light will
Schedule recordings for upcoming shows, or to record a channel at a specific
blink during the connection process, and remain
date and time. For the sports fan, set Game Alerts for your favourite sports
on when connected. If for any reason Lynx fails to
teams and be alerted when they begin playing a game. Easily tune to the
connect to the dock, see the section "Bluetooth
game with a tap. If you're listening in your vehicle, you'll have live Satellite
Connections" for instructions on manually
Radio anywhere you drive in the SiriusXM coverage area.
connecting to the dock.
Remember, you can subscribe to both services at the same time by calling
Once connected, you can remove Lynx from the dock and
1-877-438-9677.
carry it with you.** To listen to Satellite Radio, or to use
the Remote Control, Lynx must be in the dock.
The SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock can be connected to your stereo system, or to a set
of powered speakers.
To Connect the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock to Your Stereo System:
a.
Using the provided Stereo Audio Cable, connect the single connector to the
green AUDIO connector at the rear of the dock.
b.
Connect the white left and
ANT red right Stereo Audio Cable
POWER AUDIO
connectors to any available input
other than PHONO on your stereo
system. (If your stereo's inputs are
ANT
marked red and black, connect POWER AUDIO
the white plug to the black input.)
c.
Turn the stereo system On, and
set the input on your stereo
system for the input you have
connected to, such as the AUX In or LINE In connection.
To Connect the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers:
®
a.
Connect the powered speakers to the green AUDIO connector at the rear of
the dock.
b.
Plug the powered speakers into a
wall outlet.
c.
Turn On the powered speakers. ANT
POWER AUDIO
Bluetooth Connections
The SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock incorporates Bluetooth and allows for a wireless To Manually Pair and Connect Lynx to the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock:
stereo audio connection with your Lynx Radio. This allows you to take your Lynx
a.
out of the dock and carry it with you and manage your listening experience up to Tap the Bluetooth button on the dock. The
30 feet away from your dock.** (Listening to Satellite Radio, or using the Remote
Bluetooth Indicator Light will blink slowly.
Control, requires Lynx to be inserted in the dock.)
b.
You can also use Bluetooth to connect Lynx with a Bluetooth stereo audio On Lynx, tap Home , tap , tap Connect .
streaming device which uses the A2DP profile, such as headphones, earbuds,
speakers, etc.
c.
From the Bluetooth Settings menu tap
Bluetooth On/Off to turn it on, if it's not
already on. A check mark will appear in the
To Automatically Connect Lynx to the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock:
box at the right once Bluetooth is on. Tap
Scan for devices and Lynx will scan for and
Connecting your Lynx and SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock could
show available Bluetooth devices under
not be easier. Simply insert your Lynx Radio into the dock
Bluetooth devices.
and it will automatically connect.
a.
Insert Lynx into the dock. Lynx must have Bluetooth d.
Tap the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock name
turned on. (Tap Home , tap , tap Connect , tap
in the list. Lynx will connect with the dock.
Bluetooth On/Off to turn it on.)
If successful, the Connected to... message
will be displayed below dock name. The
b.
The Bluetooth Indicator Light on the dock will blink
Bluetooth Indicator Light on the dock will
rapidly 3 times and then remain on indicating that
blink rapidly 3 times during the connection
your Lynx is now connected.
process and then remain on indicating that
your Lynx is now connected.
To Reconnect Lynx to the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock:
There are two ways to reconnect Lynx to the dock when Lynx is not in the dock:
• Tap the Bluetooth button on the dock.
• Tap Home , tap , tap Connect , and tap the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock
**Actual distance may vary depending upon the location of the SiriusXM Lynx Home Dock and the environment in
name in the list. which you are using Lynx. If you are out of range for more than 1 minute, you will have to re-establish the
Bluetooth connection.
Install the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna and Subscribe to Satellite Radio
This step is optional and only necessary if you will be subscribing to SiriusXM
If you have connected the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna, but have not yet
Satellite Radio. The Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna needs to installed so that it has subscribed to SiriusXM Satellite Radio, follow the instructions on the Activation
a clear view toward the satellites in the south sky. screen to subscribe. You may need to turn Lynx off, and then on again to show
the Activation screen.
a.
Open the antenna clamshell approximately
half way, and place the antenna in a window a.
You will need the Radio ID, which can be
that faces south. Place the antenna on the
found:
windowsill making sure it faces the glass
• on the Activation screen
and not the window frame. There should be
• by tuning to channel 0
nothing outside the window which would
block the antenna's clear view of the sky, such • on a label on the bottom of the gift box
• on the label inside the rear cover of Lynx
as a house, a building, trees, or shrubs.
SOUTH
The Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.
Not sure which way is south? Think about
b.
Lynx should still be in the SiriusXM Lynx
where the sun rises (in the east) and sets
Home Dock and displaying the Activation
(in the west). Then stand so that east is to
screen. To subscribe:
your left and you'll be facing south. Is there a
window in the direction you're facing? Place
• By phone: Call 1-877-438-9677
the antenna in that window.
• Online: Go to www.siriusxm.ca
b. c.
Lynx will check the signal strength. If Signal
Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes
Found is displayed, tap Continue to proceed
after you have completed the subscription process, but may take up
with the audio check. If Lynx displays No to an hour. We recommend that Lynx remain on and in the dock until
Signal/Check Antenna, try repositioning the subscribed. Once subscribed, you'll be able to tune to the channels in your
antenna in a different south facing window,
subscription plan.
and tap to check the signal strength again.
If Lynx has a Wi-Fi connection, but you have not yet subscribed to SiriusXM
Internet Radio, Lynx will prompt you to set up Internet Radio. Follow the
If you were unable to find an indoor location where the antenna could receive the instructions if you wish to subscribe to Internet Radio.
signal, you will need to place it outdoors instead, facing the south sky. You can also
go to www.siriusxm.ca for additional help and support for installing the Indoor/ Hardware and subscription sold separately. Service will automatically renew for additional periods of the same length as the
Outdoor Home Antenna. plan you choose until you call Customer Care to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.ca.
Activation fee and other fees and taxes apply. All fees and programming are subject to change.