How To Install Sirius Xm Tuner

Installation Help

At SiriusXM, we want you to be 100% satisfied with your satellite radio experience-and proper installation is essential. If you are installing your Sirius or XM Satellite or Internet Radio yourself, please check out the appropriate section below for assistance with installation in your Vehicle or in your Home.

Installing your Radio in your vehicle involves two general steps:

First, refer to the Antenna Installation section to see step-by-step instructions for properly intalling the magnetic mount antenna for your specific vehicle type.

Second, refer to the audio section to learn how to connect your SiriusXM radio to your vehicle's audio system.

+ –Step 1: Installing the Magnetic Mount Antenna

Installing the Magnetic Mount Antenna on your vehicle allows the radio to receive the satellite signal. This requires:

Properly mounting the antenna in the correct location.

Routing the antenna cable from the antenna to the Radio.

Click the particular type of vehicle you have for step by step guidance:

+ –Step 2: Connecting the Audio

In order to listen to your Radio in your vehicle, you need to connect its audio to your vehicle's audio system.

For the best listening, we recommend direct audio connection using the Aux In Connection included in your vehicle kit.

There are two primary ways to connect the audio of your Radio to your vehicle's audio system:

Direct Audio Connection: Connect to and listen through your vehicle's stereo system using:

Aux In Connection (included in your Radio Vehicle Kit)
or, Cassette Adapter (sold separately)

FM Radio Connection: Listen through your vehicle's FM radio using:

PowerConnect (included in your Radio Vehicle Kit)
or, FM Direct Adapter (sold separately)

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Installing the SXV300 Connect Vehicle Tuner:

Installing your Radio in your home involves 2 general steps:

First, find the right location to place and aim the antenna.

Second, connect the antenna to your radio..

Select the type of antenna below for detailed step by step instructions:

Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna

Outdoor Home Antenna

Below are tips to identify and correct some of the common signal and audio reception problems you may encounter.

Please note, messages displayed on your SiriusXM radio screen may vary slightly from what's noted below. Additional troubleshooting tips specific to your SiriusXM radio can be found in your SiriusXM radio's user manual.

+ –Radio displays "CHECK ANTENNA" or "CHECK ANTENNA CONNECTION" or "ANTENNA"

Possible cause #1: The antenna is not properly connected to the Radio or Vehicle Dock, or the connection has become loose.

Solution: Check the antenna connection to the Vehicle Dock and make sure it has a good, snug fit.

Possible cause #2: If the antenna is properly connected to the Vehicle Dock, there may be a break in the antenna cable, or a problem with the antenna.

Solution: Replace the Magnetic Mount Antenna

+ –Radio displays "ANTENNA NOT DETECTED"

Possible cause #1: The antenna is not properly connected to the Radio or Vehicle Dock, or the connection has become loose.

Solution: Check the antenna connection to the Vehicle Dock and make sure it has a good, snug fit.

Possible cause #2: If the antenna is properly connected to the SIRIUS Radio or Vehicle Dock, there may be a break in the antenna cable, or a problem with the antenna.

Solution: Replace the Magnetic Mount Antenna.

+ –Radio displays "ACQUIRING SIGNAL" or "NO SIGNAL"

Possible cause : The Magnetic Mount Antenna is not receiving a satellite signal.

Solution 1: Make sure the vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of the sky.

Solution 2: Make sure the antenna is mounted on the outside of the vehicle in an optimal location. (Follow the mounting tips described earlier for your vehicle type.)

Solution 3: Move the vehicle away from any obstructed area. For example, if you are parked in an underground garage, you should receive a signal after leaving the garage

+ –There is static or loss of clarity in the Radio's audio

Possible cause 1: If you have connected the audio of your Radio to your vehicle's FM radio using the FM transmitter, the FM channel you have selected is most likely being used by an FM radio station. This interferes with the audio of the Radio.

Solution:You'll 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 area. When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static or silence - not talk or music. We recommend one of the following methods to find an available FM channel:

TIP Use the SiriusXM FM Channel Finder at www.siriusxm.com/fmchannel. Go to the website and enter your zip code. The Channel Finder will suggest a list of available FM channels in your area. For convenience, write down or print out the list.

Manually tune through your local FM channels on your vehicle's FM radio. Locate and create a list of channels that aren't being used by any FM radio station. Write down the list. Once you have created your list of available FM channels, you will need to find the one that provides the best match for your XM Radio.

TIP You'll need to use the 'Manual' tune function on your vehicle's FM radio to tune through every FM channel one-by-one. Turn on your vehicle's FM radio. Start at 88.1 and use the 'Manual' tune function on your vehicle's FM 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, which is the highest FM channel on the vehicle FM radio.

Pick the first FM channel from your list. Turn on your vehicle's FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel.

Turn on your Radio and then set it to transmit on the same FM channel as your vehicle's FM radio. Refer to your Radio's User Guide for detailed instructions on how to do this.

Possible cause 2: If you have connected the audio of your Radio directly to your vehicle's stereo system using the AUX or AUX IN, or LINE IN jack, the Aux In Cable may not be properly connected.

Solution: Make sure the Aux In Cable is properly connected; one end to the AUX or AUX IN, or LINE IN jack on your vehicle's stereo system, and the other end to the "AUDIO" or "AUDIO OUT" connector on your XM Radio or Vehicle Dock.

Possible cause 3:If you have connected the audio of your Radio directly to your vehicle's stereo system using the AUX or AUX IN, or LINE IN jack, you may not have selected the proper input source on your vehicle's stereo system.

Solution:Set your vehicle's stereo system to play input from the auxiliary input source.

+ –No Signal or Acquiring Signal

Make sure the SiriusXM antenna is mounted on the outside of the vehicle and that there are no obstructions blocking its view. If you are parked in an underground garage, you should receive a signal after leaving the garage.

+ –Antenna or Antenna Not Detected

Make sure the SiriusXM antenna cable is firmly and securely plugged into the cradle. Make sure the SiriusXM antenna cable is not bent or broken. Turn your SiriusXM radio off, then on, to reset this message. If using a Dock & Play or Portable Radio, remove the Radio from its docking cradle and then reinstall to attempt to reset this message.

+ –Off Air

The channel you've selected is not currently broadcasting. Tune to another channel.

+ –Loading

Your SiriusXM radio is acquiring audio or program information from the satellite. This message usually goes away in a few seconds.

+ –Updating

SiriusXM is updating your Radio with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is complete. This message may also display when you are trying to tune to a channel that is unavailable or blocked.

+ –No audio when listening through an FM radio

Check to make sure your XM radio and your car radio are tuned to the same FM frequency.

+ –No Audio using Aux Cable

Make sure all of the cables between your SiriusXM radio and your stereo system are connected firmly and securely. Make sure the FM mode in the SiriusXM Radio is turned Off. Make sure host radio is on auxiliary input mode.

+ –Audio fades or has static when listening

Check to make sure all cables are connected firmly and securely. If the problem persists, it may be interference from another FM channel. Refer to the "Find an FM Frequency" section in your SiriusXM radio's user guide. Find the best FM channel for your area here: www.siriusxm.com/fmchannel.

+ –Audio sounds too soft

Raise or lower the FM audio level until the sound quality improves. Refer to the "Setting the Line Out Level" section in your SiriusXM radio's user guide.

+ –Instant Traffic and Weather channels sound different from other XM channels

These channels use a different audio technology than the other XM channels so they often sound different than other XM channels.

+ –No song title or artist name is displayed

The information may not be available or updates may be in progress.

+ –Your SiriusXM radio turns off unexpectedly

If your radio has a sleep timer, and it is set, your SiriusXM radio will turn off after the selected length of time. Turn off the Sleep Timer feature.

<p class="audio-connection-option-text audio-connection-option-text-repeating"> If your vehicle's stereo system has an auxiliary input (Aux In) connection or jack, the Aux In Cable solution provides the best audio quality. This connection or jack is usually denoted as AUX or AUX IN, or LINE IN on your vehicle's stereo system. The Aux In Cable directly connects the audio from the Radio to the vehicle's stereo system. </p> <p class="audio-connection-option-text-repeating"> The location of the AUX or AUX IN, or LINE IN jack varies by vehicle, these are some possible locations: </p> <ul class="audio-connection-option-list"> <li>Front panel of the vehicle stereo system</li> <li>Anywhere on the front dash panel</li> <li>Inside the glove compartment</li> <li>Inside the center console that is between the front seats</li> <li>On the back panel of the center console that is between the front seats</li> <li>On the back of the radio/stereo system</li> </ul> <div class="article article--install article--steps"> <h3 class="articlehead audio-option-head">Install The Aux In Cable In Your Vehicle</h3>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">1</span> <p>Your Radio with Vehicle Kit includes an Aux In Cable in the product package. If you don't have an Aux In Cable, you can purchase one from your favorite SiriusXM retailer or directly from SiriusXM. The cable needs to have a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) male stereo plug on each end.</p> <div class="audio-option-img articleimage articleimage--centered"> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sxm-java-dev/images/categories/229_ONE_SIZE_IMAGE_01_5987_-95371771.png" alt="Cable getting tucked into window molding"> </div> <p><b>Note: </b>Very rarely, the auxiliary input connection in some vehicle models may require an audio cable with RCA left and right connectors to connect to it. In this case, the cable needs to have a 3.5 mm male stereo plug on one end (to connect to the Vehicle Dock, and RCA left and right audio plugs on the other end. This cable can purchased from your favorite SiriusXM retailer or directly from SiriusXM.</p> <div class="audio-option-img articleimage articleimage--centered"> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sxm-java-dev/images/categories/229_ONE_SIZE_IMAGE_02_5988_-375557848.png" alt="Cable getting tucked into window molding"> </div>   </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">2</span> <p>Plug one end of the cable into the AUDIO connector on the Vehicle Dock. On the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, the color of this connector is green.</p> <div class="audio-option-img articleimage article__image--centered"> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sxm-java-dev/images/categories/229_ONE_SIZE_IMAGE_03_5989_-796374117.png" alt="Cable getting tucked into window molding"> </div> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">3</span> <p>Plug the other end of the cable into the AUX or AUX IN, or LINE IN jack of your vehicle's stereo system.</p> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">4</span> <p>When you plug the Aux In Cable into the Vehicle Dock, the FM transmitter will automatically be turned off. If you had previously selected to disable AUX Detect in your Radio (not likely), you'll need to enable AUX Detect again. Consult the User Guide for you radio for instructions on how to enable AUX Detect.</p> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">5</span> <p>Turn on your vehicle's stereo system and set it to play from the auxiliary input source. You should hear the XM audio playing through your vehicle's speakers.</p> </div>  </div>

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<p class="audio-connection-option-text audio-connection-option-text-repeating"> Connect to your vehicle's FM radio using a FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) </p> <p class="audio-connection-option-text audio-connection-option-text-repeating"><b> SiriusXM recommends having the FMDA professionally installed in your vehicle. Installation requires specialized tools and expertise. Ask your SiriusXM retailer if they provide professional installation services, or can recommend a professional installation service. </b></p> <p class="audio-connection-option-text"> You can purchase an FMDA from the professional installer as part of the installation service, from your SiriusXM retailer, or directly from SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com/accessories, where prepaid installation cards with or without the FMDA are available for use at a nationwide network of installers. </p> <div class="article article--install article--steps"> <p><strong>Installation Instructions</strong></p> <h3 class="articlehead audio-option-head">Step 1: Match The FM Channel of Your SiriusXM Radio With Your Vehicle's FM Radio</h3>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">1</span> <p>You'll need to purchase an FMDA from your professional installer, from a SiriusXM retailer, or directly from SiriusXM at <a href="/accessories">www.siriusxm.com/accessories.</a></p> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">2</span> <p>Install the FM Direct Adapter, or have a professional installer install it for you. If you are installing the FMDA yourself, follow the installation instructions included with the FMDA. You can find the Quick Start Guide or User Guide here.</p> <div class="audio-option-img articleimage article__image--centered"> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sxm-java-dev/images/categories/231_ONE_SIZE_IMAGE_01_5991_-980615027.png" alt="Cable getting tucked into window molding"> </div> </div>  <h3 class="articlehead audio-option-head">Step 2: Match The FM Channel Of Your SiriusXM Radio With Your Vehicle's FM Radio</h3> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">1</span> <p>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 area. When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static or silence - not talk or music. We recommend one of the following methods to find an available FM channel:</p> <p><b>A.</b>Use the SiriusXM FM Channel Finder at <a href="/fmchannel">www.siriusxm.com/fmchannel</a>. Go to the website and enter your zip code. The Channel Finder will suggest a list of available FM channels in your area. For convenience, write down or print out the list.</p> <p><b>OR</b></p> <p><b>B.</b>Manually tune through your local FM channels on your vehicle's FM radio. Locate and create a list of channels that aren't being used by any FM radio station. Write down the list. Once you have created your list of available FM channels, you will need to find the one that provides the best match for your Radio.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">2</span> <p>Pick the first FM channel from your list. Turn on your vehicle's FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">3</span> <p>Turn on your Radio and then set it to transmit on the same FM channel as your vehicle's FM radio. Refer to your Radio's Quick Start Guide or User Guide for detailed instructions on how to do this.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">4</span> <p>When you have matched the FM channels, you should hear the audio playing through your vehicle's FM radio. Once you have found an FM channel that is working for you, save it as a preset on your vehicle's FM radio. This will become your SiriusXM preset.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">5</span> <p>If the selected FM channel doesn't work well for you, work down the list of FM channels until you find one that allows you to hear clearly. Each time, you will need to tune your vehicle's FM radio to the new FM channel and then set your Radio to the same FM channel.</p> <p><b>Note: </b>You may find an FM channel with static or silence that does not work with the SiriusXM Radio. It is possible that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents reception of the audio. Your only options are to use another FM channel or a different audio connection solution.</p> </div> </div>

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<p class="audio-connection-option-text"> Connect to your vehicle's FM radio using the in-box <i>Power</i>Connect audio option. </p> <div class="article article--install article--steps"> <h3 class="articlehead audio-option-head">Step 1: Install The <i>Power</i>Connect Vehicle Kit In Your Vehicle</h3>  <div style="padding-bottom: 23px !important;" class=" audio-connection-option-text"> <p>Install the <i>Power</i>Connect Vehicle Dock and <i>Power</i>Connect Power Adapter according to the directions in your Radio's User Guide or Quick Start Guide, or in the SiriusXM Dock and Play Home Kit (SXDH3).</p> </div>  <h3 class="articlehead audio-option-head">Step 2: Match The FM Channel of Your SiriusXM Radio With Your Vehicle's FM Radio</h3> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">1</span> <p>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 area. When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static or silence - not talk or music. We recommend one of the following methods to find an available FM channel:</p> <p><b>A.</b>Use the SiriusXM FM Channel Finder at <a href="/fmchannel">www.siriusxm.com/fmchannel</a>. Go to the website and enter your zip code. The Channel Finder will suggest a list of available FM channels in your area. For convenience, write down or print out the list.</p> <p><b>OR</b></p> <p><b>B.</b>Manually tune through your local FM channels on your vehicle's FM radio. Locate and create a list of channels that aren't being used by any FM radio station. Write down the list. Once you have created your list of available FM channels, you will need to find the one that provides the best match for your Radio.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">2</span> <p>Pick the first FM channel from your list. Turn on your vehicle's FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">3</span> <p>Turn on your Radio and then set it to transmit on the same FM channel as your vehicle's FM radio. Refer to your Radio's Quick Start Guide or User Guide for detailed instructions on how to do this. You can find Quick Start Guide or User Guide here.</p> <div class="articleimage articleimage--centered audio-option-img "> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sxm-java-dev/images/categories/232_ONE_SIZE_IMAGE_01_5992_1851641844.png" alt="Cable getting tucked into window molding"> </div> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">4</span> <p>When you have matched the FM channels, you should hear the audio playing through your vehicle's FM radio. Once you have found an FM channel that is working for you, save it as a preset on your vehicle's FM radio. This will become your SiriusXM preset.</p> </div> <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">5</span> <p>If the selected FM channel doesn't work well for you, work down the list of FM channels until you find one that allows you to hear clearly. Each time, you will need to tune your vehicle's FM radio to the new FM channel and then set your Radio to the same FM channel.</p> <p><b>Note: </b>You may find an FM channel with static or silence that does not work with the SiriusXM Radio. It is possible that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents reception of the audio. Your only options are to use another FM channel or a different audio connection solution.</p> </div> </div>

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<p class="audio-connection-option-text"> Use the Cassette Adapter solution for a direct audio connection if your vehicle's stereo system does not have an auxiliary input connection, but does have a cassette player. The Cassette Adapter (sold separately) directly connects the audio from the Radio to the vehicle's stereo system. It is also a Do-It-Yourself Installation option. </p> <div class="article article--install article--steps"> <h3 class="articlehead audio-option-head">Install The Cassette Adapter In Your Vehicle</h3>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">1</span> <p>If you do not have a Cassette Adapter, you'll need to purchase one from your favorite SiriusXM retailer or directly from SiriusXM.</p> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">2</span> <p>Plug the end of the Cassette Adapter that has the 3.5 mm male stereo plug into the AUDIO connector on the SiriusXM Vehicle Dock. On the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, the color of this connector is green.</p> </div>  <div class="audio-option-img articleimage articleimage--centered"> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sxm-java-dev/images/categories/229_ONE_SIZE_IMAGE_04_5990_-1782887373.png" alt="Cable getting tucked into window molding"> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">3</span> <p>Insert the Cassette Adapter into the vehicle's cassette deck. You may need to turn on your vehicle's stereo system in order to do so. Also, some systems may automatically switch to play from the cassette player input once you insert the Cassette Adapter</p> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">4</span> <p>When you plug the Aux In Cable into the Vehicle Dock, the FM transmitter will automatically be turned off. If you had previously selected to disable AUX Detect in your Radio (not likely), you'll need to enable AUX Detect again. Consult the User Guide for you radio for instructions on how to enable AUX Detect.</p> </div>  <div class="articlebody audio-option-body"> <span class="articlenumber audio-connection-number">5</span> <p>If you haven't already done so, turn on your vehicle's stereo system. Some systems may automatically switch to play from the cassette player input when the vehicle's stereo system is turned on and a Cassette Adapter is inserted into the cassette deck. If not, set the vehicle's stereo system to play audio from the cassette source. You should hear the audio playing through your vehicle's speakers.</p> </div>  </div>

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