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Sirius XM RAdio Dock & Play PowerConnect User Manual

Sirius XM RAdio Dock & Play PowerConnect User Manual

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  • Page 1 Sirius ™ User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Features Congratulations, on your purchase of the Sirius Dock & Play PowerConnect Second Vehicle Kit! Your new Second Vehicle Kit has everything you need to use your Sirius Stratus, Stratus 4, Stratus 5, Stratus 6, Stratus 7, Starmate 3, Starmate 4, Starmate 5, Starmate 8 or Sportster 5 Radio in a second vehicle .

  • 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 .
  • Page 8 Introduction • For optimal audio performance, insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter directly into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter/power outlet . Don’t use an intermediary device, such as a dual vehicle power adapter for multiple devices . • When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel .

  • Page 9: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box? Dash Mount PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Vent Mount and Extended Vent Clamps PowerConnect Aux In Cable Magnetic Mount Screws Alcohol Power Adapter Antenna and Tail Preparation Pads TIP! For other accessories you can add to your Vehicle Kit – from a Remote Control for ease of use, to a Cassette Adapter for vehicles with a cassette player, to professional installation if you’d rather leave your in-vehicle setup to the experts –...

  • Page 10: Powerconnect Vehicle Dock

    Introduction 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 and Side Views AUDIO PWR (Red) ANT (Silver)

  • Page 12: Vehicle Installation

    Vehicle Installation WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install this Vehicle Kit while driving . Park your vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation . Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag .
  • Page 13 Option 1 - Dash Mount Option 2 - Dash Mount Option 3 - Dash Mount Option 4 - Dash Mount...
  • Page 14 Vehicle Installation Option 5 - Vent Mount Option 6 - Vent Mount...

  • Page 15: Step 2: Install The Dash Or Vent Mount

    Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount Follow the instructions on the next several pages for the mounting method you have selected . Installing the Dash Mount: CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Adhesive Mount may be difficult to remove . Do not install this mount on leather surfaces (contact your automobile dealership if you are unsure about your dash surface), and make sure the air temperature is at least 60°F (15°C) during installation .
  • Page 16 Vehicle Installation as necessary for your particular vehicle . When the orientation is correct, tighten the knob . Dock Mounting Plate Knob Adhesive Foot 4 Attach the Adhesive Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the 4 provided screws . 5 Before you attach the Adhesive Mount to the dash, skip ahead and finish the remainder of the vehicle installation so that the cables are...
  • Page 17 Installing the Vent Mount: IMPORTANT! To make the cable connections easier, wait until after you have connected all the cables to the dock before you attach the Vent Mount to a vent . 1 Locate a vent with horizontal louvers Extended Vent Clamps sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Onyx Plus Radio .
  • Page 18 Vehicle Installation 3 Attach the Vent Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the 4 provided screws . 4 Before you attach the Vent Mount to the vent, skip ahead and finish the remainder of the vehicle installation so that the cables are attached to the dock .

  • Page 19: Step 3: Mount The Magnetic Mount Antenna

    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 Magnetic Mount Antenna considering your vehicle type .
  • Page 20 Vehicle Installation 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 just above the front windshield as shown .
  • Page 21 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 22 Vehicle Installation 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 23 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 24 Vehicle Installation 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 25 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 26: Step 4: Route The Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable

    Vehicle Installation 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 27 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- stripping and route through...
  • Page 28 Vehicle Installation 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 29 Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool trim and tuck cable under trim. Continue Route cable under towards front of vehicle 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 of vehicle...
  • Page 30 Vehicle Installation 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 31 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 32 Vehicle Installation 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” logos . Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable .
  • Page 33 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 34 Vehicle Installation 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 35 to the antenna connector of the dock . 5 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 38 . Convertible: 1 Bring the antenna cable from the antenna into the trunk at the front edge of the trunk lid .
  • Page 36 Vehicle Installation 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 (purchased separately) . 5 Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location .
  • Page 37 5 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 . 6 Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter”...

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

    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 right side of the AUDIO PowerConnect Vehicle Dock . 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 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 . 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 . AUDIO 2 Plug the other end into the auxiliary input jack connection of your vehicle’s stereo system .
  • Page 41 4 Power on your Radio by pressing the Power button . 5 Set your vehicle’s stereo system to play input from the auxiliary input source . 6 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna jump has a clear view of the sky . Verify that you are receiving the Sirius signal .
  • Page 42 Vehicle Installation Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions 1 Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector on the dock . 2 Insert the Cassette Adapter in AUDIO the vehicle’s cassette deck . 3 Place your Radio into the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, aligning the Radio against the...
  • Page 43 4 Power on your Radio by pressing the Power button . 5 Set the vehicle’s stereo system to play from the cassette source . 6 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the sky . Verify that you are jump receiving the Sirius signal .
  • Page 44 Vehicle Installation Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions 1 Place your Radio into the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, aligning the Radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on menu the dock fit into the mounting slots in jump the back of the Radio .
  • Page 45 5 Ensure that the Radio is tuned to channel 184 . Upon power up, the Radio should tune to channel 184 by default, when it’s not yet activated . If it’s not on channel 184, tune to channel 184 . 6 Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 4 .
  • Page 46 Vehicle Installation a suitable one to use in your area (step 4) . Verify that nothing is plugged into the AUDIO connector on the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock . Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 52 for additional help . Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) Installation The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer .

  • Page 48: Appendix: How To Find Available Fm Channels

    Appendix: How To Find Available FM Channels How To Find Available FM Channels In Your Area An available FM channel is one that is 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 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 .
  • Page 50 Appendix: How To Find Available FM Channels TIP! If you regularly drive from one location to another, such as your daily commute, you may need to use different FM channels along your route for best performance . If this is the case, we recommend saving the best FM channels as presets on your FM radio and on your Satellite Radio .

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Your Vehicle Kit 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 . •...
  • Page 53 If you see this on the screen: Try this: Invalid Channel • You have attempted to tune to a channel that you have not subscribed to, or does not exist . Select a channel to which you have subscribed . Firmware Updating •...
  • Page 54 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 or the FMDA 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 56: 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 .8 Vrms (max) Radio Dependent PowerConnect Vehicle Dock: Dimensions: 4 .0 in (width) x 2 .3 in (height) x 1 .2 in (depth) 102 mm (width) x 59 mm (height) x 31 mm (depth) Weight: 1 .6 oz (46 g)

  • Page 57: 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 58 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help . WARNING! The FCC and FAA have not certified Satellite Radio Receiver use in any aircraft (neither portable nor permanent installation) . Therefore, Sirius XM Radio Inc . cannot support this type of application or installation .
  • Page 59 .siriuscanada .ca or www .xmradio .ca . © 2014 Sirius XM Radio Inc . Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc . and its subsidiaries . All other trademarks, service marks and logos are the property of their respective owners .
  • Page 62 .com Sirius XM Radio Inc . 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1 .888 .539 . 7 474 © 2014 Sirius XM Radio Inc . Sirius Dock & Play PowerConnect™ Second Vehicle Kit User Guide (SDPVKUG1209) 041610a...

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