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Peel the protective material from the adhesive strips (see Figure 9) and
press the Rubber Cover/Tail firmly into place on the vehicle .

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Double check that the location of the antenna and Rubber Cover/Tail are
correct, and continue to press firmly down on the Rubber Cover/Tail for
another 30 seconds . At room temperature (68° F), maximum adhesion
usually occurs within 72 hours . During this period, avoid car washes and
other contact with the antenna and the Rubber Cover/Tail .

Cable Routing

After you have mounted the antenna you can route the antenna cable to the
Vehicle Dock . Separate antenna cable routing procedures are provided for each
type of vehicle: Sedan/Coupe, Pickup Truck, SUV/Mini-Van and Convertible .

Note that additional breakout illustrations for each step of the antenna cable
routing procedures can be found on the SiriusXM website at www .siriusxm .ca .
Click on the Install/Activate link and then follow the link for the Car Installation
Tips .

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Summary of Contents for Stratus 7

Page 1: ...Stratus 7 Radio Vehicle Kit User Guide ...

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Page 3: ... Your Stratus 7 to Your Vehicle s Audio System 38 Subscribing to the SiriusXM Service 47 Controls 49 Stratus 7 Front Panel 50 PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Reference Guide 51 Operation 53 Display Screen Information 54 Changing Channels and Categories 55 Selecting Channels Directly Direct Tuning 55 Channel Presets 56 FM Presets Menu Button 57 Jump Button 58 Menu Options 59 Sirius ID 61 FM Transmitter 6...

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Page 5: ...5 Introduction ...

Page 6: ...ead 3 line display PowerConnect so you can listen to SiriusXM through your car s FM stereo An FM Presets button makes transmitter frequency changes quick and easy Jump button that lets you jump to and from your favourite channel with the touch of just one button Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of your Stratus 7 s features and capabilities For the latest information about your Stra...

Page 7: ...re to observe the following warnings Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may result in a serious accident Do not operate your Stratus 7 in a way that might divert your attention from driving safely As a driver you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle in accordance with traffic safety laws at all times Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view t...

Page 8: ... that may be imposed by applicable law The purchaser should check applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing and or operating this unit Warnings Operating Temperature The Stratus 7 is designed to operate between 20 to 85 C 4 to 185 F Avoid leaving the radio in a vehicle or elsewhere where the temperature may fall outside this range Extreme temperatures or extreme temperat...

Page 9: ...VDC power system It must be powered from the vehicle s cigarette lighter or similar power port using the included PowerConnect Power Adapter Connecting the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock directly to the vehicle s 12VDC power system may result in damage to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock or Stratus 7 Radio or both ...

Page 10: ...on What s in the Box The following items are included with your purchase of the Stratus 7 radio Adhesive Dash Mount Vent Mount Extended Vent Hooks PowerConnect Power Adapter PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Stratus 7 Radio ...

Page 11: ...hing is missing or damaged or if your the radio fails to operate notify your dealer immediately We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your radio in the future Magnetic Antenna Antenna Cover Tail Aux In Cable Screws Alcohol Swab User Guide ...

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Page 13: ...13 Vehicle Installation ...

Page 14: ...r obstruct the air bag The location should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display and should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight which will affect the visibility of the display screen The illustrations on the following page shows two examples of the Stratus 7 mounted in a vehicle A is the dash mount method and B is the vent mount method using the vent mount ...

Page 15: ...15 A B A B ...

Page 16: ... a surface it will not be possible to remove it and adhere it again Once you ve selected a mounting location clean the mounting surface area in the vehicle with the provided alcohol swab Peel the protective material off the adhesive on the foot and press the foot firmly against the vehicle surface Allow the adhesive to adhere for a minimum of 2 4 hours before using the mount The best adhesion occu...

Page 17: ...o use the supplied longer vent hooks with the vent mount Install the longer vent hooks into the vent mount and be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks as shown 2 Attach the vent mount to the dock using the provided screws Attach Dock to Mount with Included Screws Slide Short Vent Hooks Out Remove End Cap Slide Extended Vent Hooks In Replace End Cap ...

Page 18: ...on springs A against a vent louver B Then push the vent mount into the vent far enough so that the hooks C drop down and hook the rear of the vent louver Once you are sure that the hooks have grasped a vent louver the tension springs A will keep the vent mount hooked to the louver FM OUT ANT C B A D PUSH FM OUT ANT HOOKED ...

Page 19: ...19 4 The angle of the dock may be changed by changing the position of foot D on the vent mount to a different adjustment hole FM OUT ANT ADJUSTMENT HOLES D ...

Page 20: ...ature so you should avoid car washes as well as other contact with the antenna and Rubber Cover Tail during this 72 hour period Warning Be sure not to cut damage or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable during the installation procedure Damage to the antenna cable can degrade the SiriusXM signal or make it unavailable and can also cause water to intrude via the cable into the antenna c...

Page 21: ... the optimal mounting location for the antenna on several types of vehicles These mounting positions should be observed when installing the antenna Sedan Coupe SUV Mini Van Install the antenna at the rear center of the roof near the rear window Pickup Truck Install the antenna at the front center of the roof near the windshield Convertible Install the antenna at the front center of the trunk lid n...

Page 22: ...onvertible Note Read the Do and Do Not installation tips beginning on page 30 for additional antenna installation information Follow this procedure to mount the antenna 1 Select an appropriate mounting position for your type of vehicle that has an unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around the antenna 2 Attach the Rubber Cover Tail to the antenna as shown and press the antenna cable into the...

Page 23: ...During this period avoid car washes and other contact with the antenna and the Rubber Cover Tail Cable Routing After you have mounted the antenna you can route the antenna cable to the Vehicle Dock Separate antenna cable routing procedures are provided for each type of vehicle Sedan Coupe Pickup Truck SUV Mini Van and Convertible Note that additional breakout illustrations for each step of the ant...

Page 24: ...oupe 1 Feed Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Window 4 Route Cable from Trunk Under Interior Trim into Cabin and Towards Front of Vehicle 6 Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Receiver Location 5 Bring Cable out from Trim and Route Under Carpet to Dashboard or Console 2 Route Cable Out of Window Molding and Into Weatherstripping Around Trunk Opening 3 Route Cable Along Trunk Wall and Into Cabin ANTENNA ...

Page 25: ...e of the trunk Keep the cable away from hinges gears etc that could damage it 3 Route the cable out from the rubber weather stripping and along the trunk wall Continue routing the cable into the cabin through a conduit or along an existing wiring harness 4 Route the cable through the main cabin area under the interior trim towards the front of the vehicle Use the plastic putty knife to lift the pl...

Page 26: ...tus 7 Radio in a pickup truck 1 Route Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Windshield 2 Continue Tucking Cable Under Molding To Bottom of Windshield 3 Route Cable Out of Molding and Into Weatherstripping Around Door Opening Continue to Bottom of Door Opening 4 Bring Cable out from Weatherstripping and Route Under Carpet 5 Bring Cable Out to SIRIUS Receiver Location ANTENNA ...

Page 27: ...ng Lift the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it then replace the weather stripping Run the cable inside of the weather stripping to the bottom of the door opening 4 Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard Coil any excess cable in a hidden location such as under the carpet keeping it...

Page 28: ...tenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your Stratus 7 Radio in an SUV or a Mini Van 1 Feed Cable Under Rubber Seal Around Hatch Opening 3 Route Cable Under Carpet to Dashboard 4 Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Receiver Location 2 Route Cable Under Interior Trim into Cabin and Towards Front of Vehicle ANTENNA ...

Page 29: ...r trim towards the front of the vehicle Use a plastic putty knife 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 3 Bring the cable out from the trim near the firewall and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or consol...

Page 30: ... To SIRIUS Receiver Location 1 Bring Cable from Antenna Into Inside of Trunk Lid 2 Tape Cable Along Inside of Lid to Hinge Strut 4 Route Cable from Trunk Under Interior Trim into Cabin and Towards Front of Vehicle 5 Bring Cable out from Trim and Route Under Carpet to Dashboard or Console 3 Tie Cable to Hinge Strut Allowing Slack for Lid to Open and Close Route Cable Into Cabin Through Existing Wir...

Page 31: ...ain cabin area under the interior trim towards the front of the vehicle Use a plastic putty knife 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 5 Bring the cable out from the trim near the firewall and route it under the carpe...

Page 32: ...s illustrate how to install the antenna for optimal performance and also illustrate where the antenna should not be installed DO Mount the antenna on the roof at least 3 inches from the edge DO Mount the antenna on the roof where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions ...

Page 33: ...33 DO Mount the antenna on the roof where it has at least 3 inches of clear space around it 3 DO Use the supplied Rubber Tail Cover to protect the antenna cable ...

Page 34: ...34 Vehicle Installation DO NOT Don t mount the antenna inside the vehicle for example on the dashboard DO NOT Don t mount the antenna on any of the vehicle s front back or side pillars ...

Page 35: ...e 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 DO NOT Don t mount the antenna close to another antenna Mount it at least 3 inches away ...

Page 36: ...r tail cover as a guide for judging proper length and correct positioning After you ve routed the cable to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock connect the antenna cable to the Ant connection on the right side of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock FM OUT ANT PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Right Side Antenna Connection Antenna Cable Connector ...

Page 37: ...Connect Vehicle Dock Note Do not power the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock directly from your vehicle s 12VDC power system without using the PowerConnect Power Adapter This could damage the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock your Stratus 7 Radio or both AUDIO PWR PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Left Side Power Connection 12V Power Outlet PowerConnect Power Adapter ...

Page 38: ...ption 2 Better Use a Cassette Adapter if your vehicle has a built in cassette player Cassette Adapters are sold separately and can be purchased from an electronics retailer or go to www sirius ca Option 3 Good Use the PowerConnect feature in the Stratus 7 PowerConnect plays the audio through your vehicle s FM radio Option 4 Best Use the FM Direct Adapter If none of the previous three audio connect...

Page 39: ...cle s stereo system 3 Insert your Stratus 7 into the dock aligning the radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on the dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio 4 Power on your Stratus 7 by pressing the Power button 5 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the sky Verify that you are receiving the SiriusXM signal There should at least be AUDI...

Page 40: ... If it s not on channel 184 refer to Operation on page 54 to learn about how to tune a channel 7 Turn on your vehicle s stereo system Set it to play input from the auxiliary input source 8 You should hear Sirius channel 184 through your vehicle s stereo system You are now ready to subscribe your Stratus 7 9 The audio level output of the Stratus 7 can be increased or decreased as necessary to match...

Page 41: ...the dock 2 Insert the Cassette Adapter in the vehicle s cassette deck You may need to turn on your vehicle s stereo system in order to do so 3 Insert your Stratus 7 into the dock aligning the radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on the dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio AUDIO ANT ...

Page 42: ...l 184 Upon power up the Stratus 7 should tune to channel 184 by default when it s not yet activated If it s not on channel 184 refer to Operation on page 54 to learn about how to tune a channel 4 If you haven t done so turn on your vehicle s stereo system Set it to play input from the cassette source 5 You should hear Sirius channel 184 through your vehicle s stereo system You are now ready to sub...

Page 43: ...to and highlight Signal Press the Select button The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the signal being received If the signal reception is good press and hold menu to return to the main display screen You are ready to make the audio connection 4 You ll first need to find an available FM channel An available FM channel is one that s not being used by an FM radio station in your ar...

Page 44: ...radio to tune through each FM channel one by one 88 1 followed by 88 3 etc to locate channels that aren t being used by a local FM radio station Write down each FM channel that has only static or silence on it until you reach 107 9 5 Ensure that the Stratus 7 is tuned to channel 184 Upon power up the Stratus 7 should tune to channel 184 by default when it s not yet activated If it s not on channel...

Page 45: ... 3 to 100 3 Press the Select button to select the FM channel vi The FM channel you selected will be confirmed on the display screen The Stratus 7 will tune to the FM channel 8 You should hear Sirius channel 184 through your vehicle s FM radio If you are satisfied with the sound quality you re done You are now ready to activate your Stratus 7 9 If the selected FM channel doesn t work well for you w...

Page 46: ...into the AUDIO connector on the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Refer to Troubleshooting on page 74 for additional help Option 4 FM Direct Adapter FMDA Installation The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer Professional installation can help improve your radio s reception and significantly reduce the visibility of wires To learn more check with the retailer where you bought your radio o...

Page 47: ...47 Subscribing to the SiriusXM Service ...

Page 48: ...all 1 888 539 SIRIUS to Subscribe You will not be able to listen to any other channels until you activate your SiriusXM subscription 4 Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to tune to channel 0 to display your Stratus 7 s unique 12 digit Sirius ID number SID Write the SID number down The SID number is also available on your Stratus 7 s packaging and may also be accessed by pressing the FM Presets Menu b...

Page 49: ...49 Controls ...

Page 50: ...4 Preset Direct Tune Buttons 0 9 Sets and selects preset channels Also lets you directly tune channels by entering the channel number 5 Category Buttons Navigates through the Category List screen which displays channel categories 6 LCD Display Displays information about the Stratus 7 s operation and about the program that is playing 7 Channel Up Down Buttons Navigates through channels and display ...

Page 51: ...ter see page 37 2 Audio Out Audio Connector Audio output for directly connecting to your vehicle s audio system see pages 39 42 3 Docking Rails Fit into slots in the back of the Stratus 7 to secure it while it is docked see page 39 4 FM Out Connector FM output for use with the optional FM Direct Adapter see page 43 5 Antenna Ant Connector Connection for the supplied magnetic antenna see page 36 AU...

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Page 53: ...53 Operation ...

Page 54: ...een in this manual The information displayed when listening to a typical broadcast is described below You can choose to have the channel name category name or the time displayed on the Default display screen To change the display press and hold the FM Presets Menu button use the Channel UP DOWN buttons and Select button to highlight and select Settings Display Options Mode and then choose the desi...

Page 55: ...ed channel see Figure 36 Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to navigate through the list and press the Select button to choose a selected channel Press the Category or buttons to scroll through all the different categories Selecting Channels Directly Direct Tuning You can directly tune to any channel by entering its channel number Momentarily press and release the Select button At the display prompt ...

Page 56: ... for 1 second the numbered preset button 0 9 in which you want to store the channel You will hear an audible beep and the display will confirm that the channel has been stored as a preset Note If the preset button already has a channel stored in it the newly stored channel will replace the original preset Selecting Presets To tune to a preset channel press and release one of the 0 9 buttons If you...

Page 57: ...M Transmitter menu press the FM Presets Menu button If the FM Transmitter is set to ON Each press of the FM Presets Menu button will switch to the next preset FM Transmitter frequency If the FM Transmitter is set to OFF The FM On Off screen appears see Figure 43 Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to highlight On and press the Select button After selecting On the FM Presets screen will appear Each pre...

Page 58: ...utton that lets you quickly tune to a channel that you want to access frequently such as a music channel or a sports channel Pressing the Jump button jumps to the specific channel you have programmed into the Jump button pressing the Jump button again jumps back to your original channel ...

Page 59: ...59 Menu Options ...

Page 60: ... Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to highlight selections in the menu lists and press the Select button to select them To exit a menu press the FM Presets Menu button If you don t make a selection within 10 seconds the Stratus 7 will exit the Menu Options screen and revert to the last active display mode You can exit any Menu Options screen by repeatedly pressing the FM Presets Menu button ...

Page 61: ...he SID is unique to each Stratus 7 Radio and is required to activate your service We recommend that you write this number in the space provided near the end of this User Guide No adjustments are allowed in this mode To exit press the FM Presets Menu button or the Select button ...

Page 62: ... highlight and select FM Presets The FM Presets screen will appear see Figure 47 left 2 Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to highlight the FM preset you want FM1 FM5 and press the Select button The FM Frequency screen will appear showing the currently selected frequency for that preset 3 To select the FM Preset Press the Select button To change the FM Preset s FM frequency Use the Channel UP DOWN bu...

Page 63: ...nd OFF 1 From the FM Transmitter screen highlight and select FM On Off The FM On Off screen will appear 2 To turn the FM transmitter ON highlight and select On to turn the FM transmitter OFF highlight and select Off To exit press the FM Presets Menu button twice ...

Page 64: ...lay Options Audio Level Tones Clock Jump Settings and Channel Lock menu options Display Options The Display Options menu lets you adjust the Stratus 7 s LCD display to improve its visibility in different lighting conditions and to display different types of information ...

Page 65: ...d the text on the LCD display Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to adjust the brightness and contrast The bar graphs will indicate the change Mode The Mode screen lets you change the default display screen to display either the channel name category name or the time Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to select the desired mode and press the Select button to set your choice Channel Name Category Name Ti...

Page 66: ... the Stratus 7 s audio output level The bar graph will indicate the change Tones You can select whether to hear an audible confirmation tone as you navigate menus and lists To turn the tones ON or OFF use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to select your choice and press the Select button to set your choice ...

Page 67: ...ou reside The actual time is provided via the SiriusXM satellite signal and will automatically update your Stratus 7 Format Displays the time in either 12 hour default or 24 hour format Time Zone Since the clock adjusts the time automatically it is important to specify your time zone Select your time zone from the list of the available time zones ...

Page 68: ...68 Menu Items Daylight Savings Time Select On if your area observes Daylight Savings Time select Off if your area does not ...

Page 69: ... code is entered Locking and Unlocking Channels 1 Select the Channel Lock menu option The Channel Lock screen will appear 2 Select Lock Unlock You will need to enter a lock code to proceed Refer to Setting the Lock Unlock Code on the next page for information on how to set the lock code 3 Once you enter the lock code the Lock Unlock screen will appear Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to highlight t...

Page 70: ...ion The New Code screen will be displayed Enter a four digit code using the 0 9 number buttons You will then be prompted to enter the new code again to confirm 3 When the lock code is confirmed the lock code is set You can use this same procedure to change the lock code after you have set it Note If you have forgotten your Channel Lock code call Customer Service for help ...

Page 71: ...tellite signal strength the TER bar graph indicates the strength of the terrestrial signal strength if available Factory Default The Factory Default menu option will restore most every feature of the radio to the original factory settings The following is a list of all features affected by the Factory Default option All Channel Presets are cleared Radio set to Normal Tuning Mode Display brightness...

Page 72: ... screen will appear 2 Highlight and select Yes to restore the above settings to the their factory default settings or select No to leave them as is and return to the Menu Options screen 3 If you select Yes a confirmation screen appears Use the Channel UP DOWN buttons to select Yes to restore all settings to the settings from the factory or select No to leave them as is and return to the Menu Optio...

Page 73: ...73 Troubleshooting ...

Page 74: ... Change the vehicle location to eliminate nearby obstacles bridges overpasses tress buildings etc Audio static or loss of clarity The FM frequency contains static Locate a quiet FM frequency on your vehicle radio and set the FM transmitter frequency of the Stratus 7 Radio to match If using the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock AUDIO OUT connector check the cable connections No sound The audio cables are n...

Page 75: ...75 Product Specifications ...

Page 76: ... x 28 mm depth Weight 1 3 oz 38 g Audio Connector 1 8 in 3 5 mm female Antenna Connector SMB male PowerConnect Power Adapter Dimensions 3 7 in width x 1 7 in height x 1 3 in depth 94 mm width x 43 mm height x 34 mm depth Weight 2 4 oz 69 g Input Output 9 16 V DC 5 V DC 1 5 A Cable Length 4 ft 7 in 1 4 m Vehicle Antenna Type SiriusXM Magnetic Mount Connector SMB female right angle Cable Length 21 f...

Page 77: ... the Canada market only channel 1 11 can be operated Selection of other channels is not possible This device and its antenna s must not be co located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter To reduce potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power e i r p is not more than that p...

Page 78: ... NBA Properties Inc and the respective NBA member teams 2012 NBA Properties Inc All rights reserved NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League NHL 2012 Elvis Radio logo EPE Reg U S Pat TM off CFL is a registered trademark of the Canadian Football League All other trademarks service marks images and logos are property of their respective owners and are used with ...

Page 79: ...79 Sirius ID Write down the Sirius ID SID of your Stratus 7 in the space provided below SID ____________________________________ ...

Page 80: ...www siriusxm ca Sirius XM Canada Inc 135 Liberty St 4th floor Toronto Ontario M6K 1A7 1 888 539 SIRIUS 7474 2012 Sirius XM Canada Inc Stratus 7 User Guide 120711a ...

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