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... Warning and Safety Information ] Warmer temperatures will cause the antenna to cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable during this 72 hour period. Doing so will also allow for easier over all antenna installation, including easier routing of the antenna cable through the rubber ... the antenna and rubber cover/tail should be avoided during the installation procedure. Do not lengthen or shorten the antenna cable by cutting it is used in the vehicle. Warning and Safety Information Caution Because adhesive is recommended that the antenna be installed at room...
... Warning and Safety Information ] Warmer temperatures will cause the antenna to cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable during this 72 hour period. Doing so will also allow for easier over all antenna installation, including easier routing of the antenna cable through the rubber ... the antenna and rubber cover/tail should be avoided during the installation procedure. Do not lengthen or shorten the antenna cable by cutting it is used in the vehicle. Warning and Safety Information Caution Because adhesive is recommended that the antenna be installed at room...
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Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna Rubber Cover/Tail Alcohol Swab [ Package Contents ] It is recommended that everything shown is missing or damaged, or if the kit fails to ship your purchase of the SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna. Unpack the kit carefully and make sure that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to operate properly, notify your dealer immediately. If anything is present. Package Contents The following items are included with your kit in the future.
Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna Rubber Cover/Tail Alcohol Swab [ Package Contents ] It is recommended that everything shown is missing or damaged, or if the kit fails to ship your purchase of the SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna. Unpack the kit carefully and make sure that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to operate properly, notify your dealer immediately. If anything is present. Package Contents The following items are included with your kit in the future.
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... to mount the antenna where no closer than 3 inches from receiving the SIRIUS signal. The SIRIUS antenna needs to the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock The following sections provide instructions for both installation steps. Note: Read the Do and Do Not installation tips beginning on several types of vehicles. Antenna Mounting The SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna has a strong magnetic mount designed to other vehicles. These mounting positions should...
... to mount the antenna where no closer than 3 inches from receiving the SIRIUS signal. The SIRIUS antenna needs to the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock The following sections provide instructions for both installation steps. Note: Read the Do and Do Not installation tips beginning on several types of vehicles. Antenna Mounting The SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna has a strong magnetic mount designed to other vehicles. These mounting positions should...
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... you will help to position the antenna the correct distance from the adhesive strips (Figure 2) and press the rubber cover/tail firmly into the rubber cover/tail. Sedan/Coupe Pickup Truck SUV/Mini-Van Convertible Figure 1 Follow this procedure to the antenna, as shown in Figure 2, and press the antenna cable into place on the vehicle (Figure 3). [ Installation ] The rubber...
... you will help to position the antenna the correct distance from the adhesive strips (Figure 2) and press the rubber cover/tail firmly into the rubber cover/tail. Sedan/Coupe Pickup Truck SUV/Mini-Van Convertible Figure 1 Follow this procedure to the antenna, as shown in Figure 2, and press the antenna cable into place on the vehicle (Figure 3). [ Installation ] The rubber...
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During this period, avoid car washes and other contact with the antenna and rubber antenna cable cover/tail. [ Installation ] Figure 3 Double check that the location of the antenna and rubber cover/tail are correct, and continue to press firmly down on rubber cover/tail for another 30 seconds. At room temperature (68 degrees), maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72 hours. Protective Material Strain Relief Adhesive Strips Rubber Cover/Tail Antenna Cable Figure 2 5.
During this period, avoid car washes and other contact with the antenna and rubber antenna cable cover/tail. [ Installation ] Figure 3 Double check that the location of the antenna and rubber cover/tail are correct, and continue to press firmly down on rubber cover/tail for another 30 seconds. At room temperature (68 degrees), maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72 hours. Protective Material Strain Relief Adhesive Strips Rubber Cover/Tail Antenna Cable Figure 2 5.
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... illustrations for the Car Installation Tips. Sedan/Coupe Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 4 shows how the antenna cable should be found on the Install/Activate link and then follow the link for each type of the installation. Feed Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Window 2. Route Cable Along Trunk Wall and Into Cabin Figure 4 4. Cable Routing When you have successfully mounted the antenna, you can be...
... illustrations for the Car Installation Tips. Sedan/Coupe Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 4 shows how the antenna cable should be found on the Install/Activate link and then follow the link for each type of the installation. Feed Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Window 2. Route Cable Along Trunk Wall and Into Cabin Figure 4 4. Cable Routing When you have successfully mounted the antenna, you can be...
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... the cable inside it to your rear window does not have rubber molding, SIRIUS recommends consulting with wire ties. 6. Use the plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to the lowest point. Secure the excess cable with a professional installer. 2. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it , then replace the weather stripping. Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1.
... the cable inside it to your rear window does not have rubber molding, SIRIUS recommends consulting with wire ties. 6. Use the plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to the lowest point. Secure the excess cable with a professional installer. 2. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it , then replace the weather stripping. Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1.
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... then replace the weather stripping. Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and tuck the cable inside of the...controls. Figure 5 Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. Route Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Windshield 5. Bring Cable out from any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet toward the dashboard. Continue to SIRIUS Radio Location 4. 2. Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the door opening . 4. Secure the excess cable with wire ties. [ Installation ] Use...
... then replace the weather stripping. Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and tuck the cable inside of the...controls. Figure 5 Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. Route Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Windshield 5. Bring Cable out from any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet toward the dashboard. Continue to SIRIUS Radio Location 4. 2. Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the door opening . 4. Secure the excess cable with wire ties. [ Installation ] Use...
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... 6 Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. Use a plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to the antenna connector of the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock. Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the cable out at the SIRIUS radio location. 5. Feed Cable Under Rubber Seal Around Hatch Opening 4. Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Radio Location 3. Avoid side...
... 6 Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. Use a plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to the antenna connector of the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock. Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the cable out at the SIRIUS radio location. 5. Feed Cable Under Rubber Seal Around Hatch Opening 4. Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Radio Location 3. Avoid side...
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... Radio Location 5. Tape Cable Along Inside of Lid to Open and Close. doors. (Airbag locations are marked with wire ties. 4. Convertible Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 7 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from Trunk Under Interior Trim, into Cabin and Towards Front of Trunk Lid 6. Coil any excess cable in a convertible. 1. Route Cable Into Cabin Through Existing Wire Channel. Route Cable from the antenna...
... Radio Location 5. Tape Cable Along Inside of Lid to Open and Close. doors. (Airbag locations are marked with wire ties. 4. Convertible Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 7 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from Trunk Under Interior Trim, into Cabin and Towards Front of Trunk Lid 6. Coil any excess cable in a convertible. 1. Route Cable Into Cabin Through Existing Wire Channel. Route Cable from the antenna...
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... it under the interior trim, towards the front of the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock. 12 [ Installation ] Route the cable through a conduit or along the inside of the trunk lid to the antenna connector of the vehicle. Use a plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to... in a hidden location, such as under underneath. Tape or tie the cable along an existing wiring harness. 3. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily open and close and keep the cable away from the antenna into the cabin through the main cabin area under the carpet toward the dashboard...
... it under the interior trim, towards the front of the SIRIUS radio or vehicle dock. 12 [ Installation ] Route the cable through a conduit or along the inside of the trunk lid to the antenna connector of the vehicle. Use a plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to... in a hidden location, such as under underneath. Tape or tie the cable along an existing wiring harness. 3. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily open and close and keep the cable away from the antenna into the cabin through the main cabin area under the carpet toward the dashboard...
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Mount the antenna on Do the roof where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions. [ Tips ] 13 Mount the antenna on the Do roof, at least 3 inches from the edge. Tips The following Do and Do Not antenna mounting tips illustrate how to install the antenna for optimal performance, and also illustrate where the antenna should not be installed.
Mount the antenna on Do the roof where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions. [ Tips ] 13 Mount the antenna on the Do roof, at least 3 inches from the edge. Tips The following Do and Do Not antenna mounting tips illustrate how to install the antenna for optimal performance, and also illustrate where the antenna should not be installed.
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Mount the antenna on the 3" Do roof where it has at least 3 inches of clear space around it. Use the supplied rubber Do tail cover to protect the antenna cable. 14 [ Tips ]
Mount the antenna on the 3" Do roof where it has at least 3 inches of clear space around it. Use the supplied rubber Do tail cover to protect the antenna cable. 14 [ Tips ]
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Do Not Don't mount the antenna on the dashboard. Do Not Don't mount the antenna close to the center of the vehicle's front, back or side pillars. Do Not Don't mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on any of the roof. [ Tips ] 15 Adjust the rack so it's further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to a roof rack.
Do Not Don't mount the antenna on the dashboard. Do Not Don't mount the antenna close to the center of the vehicle's front, back or side pillars. Do Not Don't mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on any of the roof. [ Tips ] 15 Adjust the rack so it's further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to a roof rack.
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Use the supplied rubber tail/cover as a guide for judging proper length and correct positioning. 16 [ Tips ] Mount it at least 3 inches away. Do Not Don't mount the antenna close to another antenna. Do Not Don't mount the antenna closer than 3 inches from the edge of the roof.
Use the supplied rubber tail/cover as a guide for judging proper length and correct positioning. 16 [ Tips ] Mount it at least 3 inches away. Do Not Don't mount the antenna close to another antenna. Do Not Don't mount the antenna closer than 3 inches from the edge of the roof.
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... properly connected to the radio or dock and make sure it is in the cable or a problem with a lot of foliage etc., for a prolonged period. [ Troubleshooting ] 17 Check the SIRIUS antenna connection to the radio or vehicle dock, or the connection has become loose. The SIRIUS antenna is properly connected to the Do and Do Not mounting tips beginning on page 13.) Note: Signal reception can...
... properly connected to the radio or dock and make sure it is in the cable or a problem with a lot of foliage etc., for a prolonged period. [ Troubleshooting ] 17 Check the SIRIUS antenna connection to the radio or vehicle dock, or the connection has become loose. The SIRIUS antenna is properly connected to the Do and Do Not mounting tips beginning on page 13.) Note: Signal reception can...
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... SIRIUS radio. 18 [ Troubleshooting ] Troubleshooting Continued Symptom Solution There is static or loss of clarity in the SIRIUS radio's audio signal If you are connecting your SIRIUS radio directly to your vehicle's audio system using your SIRIUS radio's FM transmitter to wirelessly transmit the audio from your SIRIUS radio to your vehicle's FM radio, the FM channel you selected is most likely being used by a local...
... SIRIUS radio. 18 [ Troubleshooting ] Troubleshooting Continued Symptom Solution There is static or loss of clarity in the SIRIUS radio's audio signal If you are connecting your SIRIUS radio directly to your vehicle's audio system using your SIRIUS radio's FM transmitter to wirelessly transmit the audio from your SIRIUS radio to your vehicle's FM radio, the FM channel you selected is most likely being used by a local...
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...Installation required with some equipment. Copyrights & Trademarks © 2007 Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. Prices and programming are trademarks of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1-888-539-7474 http://www.sirius.com [ Copyrights & Trademarks ] 19 Equipment and subscription sold separately. All Rights Reserved. ® "SIRIUS", the SIRIUS dog logo, channel... names and logos are subject to change. Not available in HI and AK. SIRIUS Customer Service: 1-888-539-7474 customercare@sirius-radio.com SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. ...
...Installation required with some equipment. Copyrights & Trademarks © 2007 Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. Prices and programming are trademarks of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1-888-539-7474 http://www.sirius.com [ Copyrights & Trademarks ] 19 Equipment and subscription sold separately. All Rights Reserved. ® "SIRIUS", the SIRIUS dog logo, channel... names and logos are subject to change. Not available in HI and AK. SIRIUS Customer Service: 1-888-539-7474 customercare@sirius-radio.com SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. ...
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 (800) 869-5590 http://sirius.com SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna DOT2 (051707a)
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 (800) 869-5590 http://sirius.com SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna DOT2 (051707a)