SiriusXM SR200 InfoLINK Receiver Installation Guide
15
Antenna Installation
Caution:
When installing the antenna, do not cut or alter the antenna cable, or remove the cable connectors.
Two considerations are necessary before installing the antenna. First, finding a suitable mounting location,
and second determine how the antenna will be mounted. There are several in-box mounting options for the
antenna, or accessories can be purchased from marine stores for additional mounting options.
In choosing where to mount the antenna, consider whether you will be securing the antenna from the
underside of the mounting surface, or attaching the antenna to the mounting surface. Also, determine if the
antenna wire will be passed through the mounting surface, or if it will be routed along the surface.
If the distance between the antenna and the InfoLINK
Receiver is more than 25 feet, special Shakespeare cable
kits are available. Plan and purchase the appropriate kit
before proceeding (page 17).
Choose a Location
The antenna must be mounted horizontally, and in a
location that is open and has a clear view of the sky.
The antenna must also be mounted away from any
metal objects or other structures that could block the
line-of-sight reception of the satellite signal. The height
of the antenna is not as important as having a clear view
of the sky.
The antenna should be mounted a minimum of 6 ft.
away from other radio transmitting antennas (such as
VHF or Sideband antennas), and a minimum of 2 ft. from
a radar antenna.
Once you have selected a possible mounting location,
sight a full 360
º
circle around the antenna at an
elevation angle of 25
º
to make sure no obstacles block
the antenna’s view of the sky.
Clear 360
º
view of the sky in this area
25
º
from
horizon
25
º
from
horizon
