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User Guide

SiriUS ConneCt

 

 Home Kit

Summary of Contents for SCHDOC1 - Sirius Connect Home Dock

Page 1: ...User Guide Sirius Connect Home Kit ...

Page 2: ...Ready or SAT Radio Ready A V receiver or audio system Some systems that only have RS232 control and no 8 pin DIN connector require the SCHDOC1P kit instead Please consult the manufacturer for more details concerning compatibility The SCHDOC1 is compatible with the SIRIUS Stiletto Sportster Starmate Stratus radios that have the Sirius Universal Docking Connector For the latest information about thi...

Page 3: ...5 FCC Information 5 Canadian Compliance 6 Safety Precautions 6 Package Contents 7 Controls and Connectors 9 Installation 11 Attaching the Radio Adapter 11 Connecting the Dock to the SIRIUS Ready Receiver 13 Installing the Indoor Outdoor Antenna 14 Connecting the AC Power Adapter 21 Operation 22 Specifications 24 ...

Page 4: ... Radio Inc All Rights Reserved SiriusConnect Stiletto Sportster Starmate and Stratus are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc Hardware subscription and activation fee required For full Terms Conditions visit http sirius com Prices and programming are subject to change Not available in HI and AK Equipment and subscription sold separately Installation required with some equipment ...

Page 5: ...ncy energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful inter ference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to...

Page 6: ... screws or sharp metal edges Route the cables away from moving parts or sharp pointed edges This will prevent crimping and damage to the wiring If the wiring must pass through a metal hole be sure to use a rubber grommet to prevent the wire s insula tion from being cut by the metal edge of the hole Do not open disassemble or alter the unit in any way Doing so may result in fire electric shock or p...

Page 7: ...ng or damaged or if the kit fails to operate properly notify your dealer immediately It is recommended that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your kit in the future Note that the Radio Adapter 1 shown above is pre installed on the SiriusConnect Dock SiriusConnect Dock SiriusConnect Dock Radio Adapter 3 Radio Adapter 3 Radio Adapter 1 Radio Adapter 2 Radi...

Page 8: ...IUS radios Adapter 1 preinstalled Sportster 5 Starmate 3 4 Stratus Stratus 4 Adapter 2 Sportster 3 4 Adapter 3 Stiletto 10 100 The Stiletto 10 100 require v1 1 software or higher to support SiriusConnect mode Adapter 4 Stilletto 2 SiriusConnect Interface Cable SiriusConnect Interface Cable AC Adapter AC Adapter Indoor Outdoor Antenna Indoor Outdoor Antenna ...

Page 9: ...dapter Mounting Hole Antenna Connector Power Connector Sirius Universal Docking Connector Radio Adapter Alignment Holes SiriusConnect Interface Connector Description of Dock Controls Connectors and Mounting Connections Control Connector Mounting Connection Description Radio Adapter Mounting Hole The Radio Adapter is secured to the dock by attach ing it with a screw to this hole Figure 1 Figure 1 ...

Page 10: ...dio adapter align with these holes for correct placement in the dock Sirius Universal Docking Connector This connector plugs into the bottom of the SIRIUS radio Antenna Connector The SIRIUS indoor outdoor antenna is connected to this connector SiriusConnect Interface Connector The SiriusConnect interface cable connects to this connector The other end of the DIN cable connects to the audio system P...

Page 11: ...ttach the correct radio adapter for your SIRIUS radio to the dock There are four different radio adapters provided for the SIRIUS radios One of the radio adapters is pre installed on the dock but may need to be removed and replaced with a different adapter for your particular SIRIUS radio The different radio adapters are identified on page 7 and you should consult the compatibility chart on page 8...

Page 12: ... Installation 12 Radio Adapter Mounting Screw A Radio Adapter When the radio adapter has been attached to the dock you can place your SIRIUS radio into the dock Figure 2 Figure 2 ...

Page 13: ...ore details concerning compatibility Some systems that only have RS232 control and no 8 pin DIN connector require the SCHDOC1P kit instead Figure 3 shows a Sirius Ready or SAT Radio Ready receiver using the provided 8 PIN DIN cable Note that the receiver must be capable of directly communicating with the SCHDOC1 SiriusConnect Dock protocol SiriusConnect 8 pin DIN Cable AC Adapter Indoor Outdoor An...

Page 14: ...ST reception can be achieved by mounting the antenna on the outside of the building on a soffit at the roof with a clear 360 degree view of the sky Figure 4 A This position will afford the best view of the sky for best reception When placed in this location an antenna extension cable may be required BETTER reception can be achieved by placing the antenna outside on a window on a porch or on a pati...

Page 15: ... window frame Figure 5 Note If your location is in major metropolitan area the antenna can possibly be located inside the home because terrestrial transmitters are used to boost signal strength If you are able to achieve a good terrestrial signal with the antenna indoors you can disregard the remainder of these antenna installation instructions Refer to the section Testing and Optimizing the Anten...

Page 16: ...n a clear 360 degree view of the sky Best then for the Better and Good installations you must at least have a clear view of the sky in the direction of the SIRIUS satellites as shown in the following map diagram Figure 6 Figure 5 Figure 5 ...

Page 17: ...ew of the sky facing EAST or NORTHEAST or SOUTHEAST Area 2 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHEAST Area 3 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHWEST Area 4 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing WEST or NORTHWEST or SOUTHWEST Area 5 You will need a clear view of the sky facing STRAIGHT UP Outdoors on...

Page 18: ...l need a more Northeast facing clear view of the sky SOUTH WEST EAST NORTH Once you have found a suitable location for the antenna route the antenna cable to the home dock Be sure you avoid any obstructions that could crimp kink or twist the cable Use protective grommets wherever rough openings are encountered If the antenna is installed outdoors route the cable from the antenna location to the in...

Page 19: ... your SIRIUS radio or SIRIUS Ready receiver The SATELLITE portion of the display screen Figure 8 shows the strength of the signal being received from the satellite while the TERRESTRIAL portion of the display screen shows the strength of the signal being received from terrestrial based transmitters if available Antenna Aiming Press BACK when done SATELLITE Adjust your antenna position to maximize ...

Page 20: ...SHOULD BE POINTED AT THE SKY TOWARDS THE DIRECTION OF THE SATELLITES The second adjustment is to turn the antenna slightly to the left or right until the high est possible signal strength is achieved Figure 10 Figure 9 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 10 ...

Page 21: ...re mounting options such as mounting on an existing mast or satellite dish mast and provides 30 ft of antenna cable For more tips on installing the antenna please visit the SIRIUS website at http www sirius com and click on the Install Activate link Connecting the AC Power Adapter Connect the AC Power Adapter cable to the power connector of the dock Refer to Figure 1 on page 9 Plug the AC Power Ad...

Page 22: ...SIRIUS radio as well as your receiver Place your SIRIUS radio into the dock Figure 11 aligning the tabs at the edges of the radio adapter with the groves in your SIRIUS radio Gently push the radio down until it is fully seated in the dock Your radio may differ from the radio shown To remove the radio from the dock press the release button Figure 11 while pulling the radio out of the dock options d...

Page 23: ...e owners manual of your audio system When your SIRIUS radio is connected via the SCHDOC1 SiriusConnect Home Docking Kit to your receiver the buttons and controls of the SIRIUS radio will be disabled and a SiriusConnect message or logo will be displayed ...

Page 24: ...Outdoor Windowsill Antenna Antenna Cable Length 21 single micro cable Antenna Connector Type SMB Data Interface 8 PIN DIN Control Port audio power serial control Dock Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 48mm x 55mm x 49mm Radio Adapter 1 Dimensions 32 5mm x 55mm x 13 5mm Radio Adapter 2 Dimensions 33mm x 118mm x 12 5mm Radio Adapter 3 Dimensions 33 5mm x 55mm x 18 5mm Radio Adapter 4 Dimensions 33 5...

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Page 28: ...SCHDOC1 SCHDOC1122007a OO ABCD1 001 sirius com SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York NY 10020 800 869 5590 ...

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