SXM-100 Commercial Satellite Audio Receiver
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Antex recommends that this connection be used only by
experienced professional installers. See
www.antex.com
for more information about using the RS232 control port.
Positioning the Antenna
The SiriusXM antenna requires exposure to the
south/southeastern sky for proper signal reception. To position
your antenna, first connect the SXM-100 to your audio system
as described above, then follow these instructions.
1.
Power on the receiver, verify the power indicator is
illuminated and the display backlight is on. If the message
“CHECK ANTENNA” appears, check that the antenna
connector is fully engaged, an open circuit does not exist
between the receiver and antenna, and that no short
circuit exists in the antenna cable. If the antenna does not
have a clear path to the satellites, the front panel display
will read “NO SIGNAL”.
2.
Align the Antenna as follows:
For Indoor installation on a flat surface:
a)
Set antenna on its base on a flat horizontal surface.
b)
Turn the base of the antenna so that the SiriusXM logo
is facing to the south if you are in the eastern half of
the U.S. and to the south/southeast if you are in the
western half of the U.S.
c)
Bring up the signal strength menu by holding down the
power button for 4 seconds and optimize signal
strength using the instructions in the next section. Exit
signal strength Mode by pressing the power button.
d)
If necessary, experiment with different antenna
locations near a south-facing window or outside.
For Outdoor installation or indoor wall mounting:
The antenna can also be attached vertically to an external
or internal wall if that is more convenient than placing it on
a horizontal surface.
a)
Please follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
mounting the antenna.