SHUTTLE
Vehicle Installation Guides
SIR-CK1 and SIR- CK2
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Congratulations
Y ou are one step closer to experiencing Sirius Satellite Radio. Sirius will revolutionize your in-home
or vehicle entertainment with:
· 100 streams of original programming, including –
60 streams of completely commercial-free music – guaranteed.
40 streams of news, sports and entertainment
· Coast-to-Coast reception and Digital-quality sound
All music content is selected and developed in-house by Sirius’ team of Master Music Programmers
– talented and seasoned professionals who love the music as much as the listeners. World-class
partners such as ESPN, ABC, CNBC, Bloomberg, Discovery and Radio Disney are developing
news, sports and entertainment programming.
Y our Audiovox Shuttle must be used with an adapter kit, such as the Audiovox Home kit or V ehicle/
Boat Kit as required by your specific installation needs. These kits are available at retailers where
Audiovox main units are sold.
Audiovox Home Kit: SIR-HK1
Audiovox Vehicle Kit: SIR-CK1 (With FM Modulator)
Audiovox Vehicle Kit: SIR-CK2 (Without FM Modulator)
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Cautions and Warnings
1. Do not install the Shuttle in a position that hinders
your view through the windshield, or obstructs view
ing of the dashboard indicators and displays.
2. Do not install the unit where it may obstruct the
operation or deployment of safety devices, such
as airbags, etc.
3. Do not allow operation of the unit to detract from
safe driving practices; remember that you are
responsible as the vehicle operator to adhere to
all safe driving and traffic regulations.
4. This unit complies with the interference limits
relative to a Class B digital device, applicable
under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding
installation in a residential environment. If the unit
is not installed in accordance with these instructions, it could cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception. If this condition persists after
corrective action, consult your dealer or experienced installation facility.
5. By adhering to these warnings and safety considerations, serious accidents and/or personal injury can
be avoided.
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Contents SIR-CK1 and SIR-CK2
Install Manual
P/N 1286813
Base
P/N 136C3484
Audio Cable
P/N 112B3293
HARDWARE KIT - P/N 150-1519
Split Lock Washer, M4
Phillips Machine
Screw (M4 x 8mm)
1 pc.
Antenna
P/N 118C1 126
1 pc.
DC Power Adapter
P/N 112B3294
1 pc.
1 pc.
Cradle CK1 P/N 136D3471
Cradle CK2 P/N 136D3479
1 pc.
or
1 pc.
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4 pcs
3/4” W X 3”Long
Double Sided Tape
1 pc
Alcohol Swab
1 pc.
4 pcs.
Flat Washer, M4
4 pcs.
OPTIONAL
FM Switching Box Assy
P/N 112C3159 (6 Meter)
1 pc.
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Installation/Wiring Precautions
1. To prevent a short-circuit, be sure to turn off the
ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable
prior to installation. Connect power wires last.
2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to
direct sunlight or, in areas subject to extreme
temperatures.
3. Incorrect installation may cause damage to the
system. Mount the unit firmly in place, using
the supplied hardware.
4. Be careful not to damage the vehicle wiring.
5. Be sure to use the supplied screws and washers.
6. Be careful not to snag any wires when tightening
screws.
Setting Up and Installing Your Kit
NOTE: The SIRIUS® signal can be received and
processed virtually anywhere as long as there
are no obvious satellite signal obstructions such
as nearby buildings, high terrain, parking
garages or tunnels.
1. Cabling Interconnections
You can begin to enjoy Sirius® Satellite Radio as soon
as the Shuttle and Vehicle Kit installation are complete.
Set up your Audiovox Shuttle using the following
installation instructions, or enlist the help of a
professional installer:
2. Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly
NOTE: The fins on the mounting base are pliable
and can be bent to conform to most
mounting surfaces.
a. Interconnect all of the components as shown
on the adjacent page to verify that the system
operates normally.
b. Locate a firm, reasonably flat surface within your
car to permit optimum viewing and line-of-sight
access by the supplied remote control unit.
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Interconnect Diagram
AUDIO
SHUTTLE CRADLE
CK1 OR CK2
**
OR
SHUTTLE
ANTENNA
CABLE
TO AUXILIARY AUDIO
INPUT OF RADIO OR
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
TO VEHICLE
+12 VDC POWER
RECEPTACLE
**TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA CONNECTION FOR USE WITH OPTIONAL 2 CONNECTOR ANTENNA CONFIGURATION
Interconnect Diagram FM Option
FM FREQUENCY SELECTION SWITCH.
SELECT 1 OF 4 AVAILABLE FREQUENCIES
AND SET YOUR EXISTING CAR RADIO TO
THE SAME FREQUENCY.
DC POWER
ADAPTER
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SHUTTLE CRADLE
CK1 ONLY
**
OR
SHUTTLE
ANTENNA
VEHICLE
FM RADIO
TO VEHICLE
+12 VDC POWER
RECEPTACLE
VEHICLE
RADIO
ANTENNA
DC POWER
ADAPTER
NOTE:
1. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION MUST
BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE SHUTTLE
USER MENU. (REFER TO THE OWNER’S
MANUAL, PUBLICATION NO.128-6812.)
2. WHEN THE FM TRANSMITTER IS TO
BE USED, DO NOT CONNECT THE
AUDIO CABLE TO THE AUDIO OUT
CONNECTOR OF THE SHUTTLE.
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CAUTION: Do not install the mounting base
on a leather or fabric surface, or
in a position that could impair
your vision, block air bag(s) or
obstruct vehicle dashboard
controls and/ or radio CD/casette
operational displays.
NOTE: The adhesive backing on the base
will not permit easy repositioning once
it has been mated to the surface; use
extreme care and planning when
selecting the mounting location. If the
base is to be screwed to the surface,
make sure the area in back of the
mounting surface is clear of wires or
other items to prevent unintentional
damage.
c. Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit,
clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe
the area dry with a clean lint-free cloth.
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d. The cradle contains two mounting plates,
one on the rear and one on the bottom.
After deciding which configuration to use,
loosen and remove two flat-head screws
securing the plate to the cradle and remove
the plate. Save the two screws for reassembly.
REAR
MOUNTING
PLATE
BOTTOM
MOUNTING
PLATE
e. As shown in the figure, unscrew the star nut
and ball strut assembly from the mounting
base threaded socket; then remove the flathead screw, lockwasher and flatwasher from
the end of the ball strut.
FLAT-HEAD
SCREWS (2)
CRADLE
ASSEMBLY
(TYPICAL)
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f. Insert the end of the ball strut into the keyed
opening on the cradle mounting plate, and
secure the plate to the ball strut using the
flatwasher, lockwasher and flat-head screw
through the back of the plate.
g. Reattach the mounting plate assembly to the
rear or bottom of the cradle assembly, as
desired, using the two flat-head screws
removed previously . Installation of the mounting
base can now continue.
FLA T-HEAD SCREW
LOCKWASHER
FLATWASHER
CRADLE
MOUNTING
PLATE
h. If the outside air temperature is cold, it may
be beneficial to warm the adhesive backing
on the base using a portable hair dryer, or
by holding the backing surface in front of a
vehicle heater vent.
i. Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive
backing on the base, and fix the base in
position on the surface; make sure the
mounting pad is accurately positioned on
the first try, since repositioning may be
difficult, if not impossible.
STAR NUT
BALL STRUT
THREADED SOCKET
MOUNTING BASE
j. Bend the fins on the base so it conforms
to the mounting surface.
If the mount is to be screwed in place, do
not remove the plastic liner from the
adhesive backing. Use appropriate sheet
metal or machine screws for this purpose.
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NOTE: Allow a 72-hour period for the adhesive
backing to cure completely.
k. Using the star nut, attach the cradle assembly
to the base threaded socket; do not overtighten
the star nut.
3. Installing the Cradle Using Double-Sided Tape
Y ou can mount the cradle directly to your dashboard
or other flat surface without using the cradle
mount in the kit. To do this, do not remove either of
the mounting plate assemblies from the cradle.
a. Remove the 3/4” x 3” double-sided tape from
the supplied kit.
b. Determine the location of the cradle, and clean
the mounting surface as before.
c. Peel the backing from one side of the tape, and
press the tape in place on the rear or bottom
cradle mounting plate.
d. Peel the backing from the exposed side of the
tape and carefully position the cradle on the
mounting surface, gently pressing the cradle
into place.
4. Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts
The Shuttle Cradle can also be installed using other
manufacturer’s mounts; the mounting plate
provisions on the rear and bottom of the cradle
provide you with multiple mounting options within
the vehicle using various vehicle-specific
aftermarket brackets, such as those purchased
separately from Panavise, Pro-Fit, etc.
5. Installing the Shuttle into the Cradle
The Shuttle cradle has three retaining clips---one
on top and two on the bottom. Place the Shuttle in
the cradle so that the Shuttle connectors are lined
up; use the SAT and TERR RF connectors as
guides. Then gently press in on the bottom of the
Shuttle to engage the connectors. The top clip will
automatically engage; then slide the two bottom
clips back into the locked position. Cradle
orientation can be adjusted by loosening the star
nut and then tightening it when the cradle is in the
desired viewing position.
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TOP RET AINING
CLIP
SAT. (MAIN)
RF CONNECTOR
BOTTOM
LEFT SLIDE
CLIP
16-PIN SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
TERR. RF
CONNECTOR
BOTTOM
RIGHT
SLIDE CLIP
6. Sirius Program Listening Options
The Shuttle and Cradle provide an audio output
signal in three manners:
1. When using CK1 or CK2 cradle, the audio signal
can be routed through an audio cable which is
applied to the auxiliary inputs of a radio or
entertainment system.
2. When using the CK1 cradle, the audio signal can
be transmitted to a car radio on one of four
selectable FM frequencies. The audio signal can
then be played through your car radio when the
car radio is tuned to one of these frequencies.
3. Some listeners prefer to use a hard-wired FM
transmitter. In this instance, when using the CK1
cradle, an optional FM Switching Box assembly
(Part No. 112C3159) is available and provides a
hard-wired FM output when connected to the FM OUT
connector on the left side of the cradle; the other end
of the switching box plugs into the antenna jack of your
radio. By using this assembly, and selecting the
appropriate FM output frequency (88.1MHz, 88.3MHz,
88.5MHz or 88.7MHz) with the slide switch, the Sirius
signal received at the SAT (MAIN) or TERR. cradle
antenna input can be played through your car radio
when tuned to one of these frequencies.
FM OUT
AUDIO OUT
DC 12V
FM FREQUENCY
SELECT SLIDE
SWITCH:
88.1 MHz
SHUTTLE
CRADLE
CK1
88.3 MHz
88.5 MHz
88.7 MHz
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7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna
The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat
surface on the vehicle exterior, preferably on the
roof (high point) or on the trunk (convertible). To
mount the antenna:
a. Plug the antenna into the SA T . (MAIN) connector
on the back of the cradle.
b. Place the antenna at the preferred location on
the roof or trunk surface. If the vehicle is
equipped with a roof or trunk rack, the antenna
may have to be mounted off-center on the
surface. The magnet will secure the antenna in
the desired position.
c. Apply power to the Shuttle system as outlined
in the associated User Guide and obtain an
audio output. If no audio is heard, first check
the signal strength indicator located on the
bottom left corner of the display to ensure the
antenna is receiving an optimum signal. If
necessary, move the antenna to different
positions on the surface until an audio output
is heard. This is the desired antenna position
and should be marked with masking tape or by
another non-scratch method.
SHUTTLE
(TYPICAL)
+12 VDC
ADAPTER
SAT
ANTENNA
(TYPICAL)
d. After determining the optimum position, turn off
Shuttle power, disconnect the power
adapter from the vehicle cigarette lighter
receptacle and disconnect the antenna cable.
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e. Plan the routing of the antenna cable to the
Shuttle RF input. Make sure you avoid any
obstructions that could crimp, kink or twist the
cable; use protective grommets wherever rough
openings are encountered.
f. Route the cable from the antenna position to
the interior of the vehicle, working the cable
under the rear window molding; make
adjustments and take up slack whenever
necessary.
g. At the lowest point of the rear window , route the
cable into the trunk, taking advantage of existing
cable conduits. Then snake the cable around
the passenger compartment to the back of the
Sirius cradle.
h. In SUV’s, minivans, etc., route the cable into the
vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch
door or tailgate, and then under the interior trim.
NOTE: Avoid exposing the cable in the driver
and passenger areas where it could
become entangled in feet or other
objects.
ANTENNA
ROUTING
THE CABLE
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i. Plug the antenna cable into the SAT (MAIN)
connector on the back of the cradle; then plug
the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter
receptacle. The integral power LED of the power
button ( ) will light red.
j. Y ou are now ready to enjoy Sirius programming
within your vehicle.
CAUTION: You could drain the vehicle battery if
the cigarette lighter adapter remains
plugged in after the ignition is turned
off. Unplug the adapter to prevent
this possibility.
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12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof,
under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s)
will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill
of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below.
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction of antenna problems, to costs incurred for
installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, or to damage to tapes, compact discs, speakers, accessories, or vehicle electrical systems.
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration,
improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE
EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE
AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY
WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF
48 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or
representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
U.S.A. : AUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788 ! 1-800-645-4994
CANADA : CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA
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