Dish Network SR200 User Manual

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DISH Network

SR200 User’s Guide

Warning and Attention Symbols

You must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This User Guide provides various
procedures. If you do some of these procedures carelessly , you could injure or kill yourself or damage
equipment or property. Some other procedures require special attention.

The WARNING! symbol means that if you are not careful,
You could injure or kill yourself, or
You could damage equipment or property.

The ATTENTION! symbol means you should pay special attention to:
Important instructions for using the system, or
Important instructions for maintaining the system.

For Your Safety

Do not try to open the case of the receiver. There is risk of electrical shock, which may cause
damage to the receiver and/or personal injury or death to you. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside the receiver.

Opening the receiver case or making unauthorized changes will void the warranty.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Take the following precautions to prevent traffic accidents and avoid personal injury:

• Installation must be performed according to this installation manual. DISH Network is not
responsible for

• issues arising from installations not performed according to the procedures in this manual.

• Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield or of your
vehicle’s indicator

• displays.

• Do not install the unit where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag.
Doing so may

• prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of an accident.

• The installation and use suggestions contained in this manual are subject to any restrictions
or limitations

• 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.

• Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may result in a serious accident.

Warning

• Do not operate the unit 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.

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Warning

Take the following precautions to prevent fire and avoid personal injury:

• To avoid short circuits, never put or leave any metallic objects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the
unit.

• If the unit emits smoke or strange smells, turn the power off immediately.

• Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.

• If the LCD display becomes damaged or broken, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid. The
fluid may be

• dangerous to your health or even fatal. If the liquid crystal fluid contacts your body or
clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water .

Caution

Take the following precautions to keep the unit in proper working order:

• Be sure the unit is connected to a 12V DC power supply with a negative ground connection.

• Do not open the unit.

• When replacing a fuse, use only a new one with the proper rating. Using a fuse with the
wrong rating may

• cause the unit to malfunction.

• To prevent a short circuit when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.

• When drilling holes to mount the unit, make sure not to damage wiring or other systems on
the other side.

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Caution

Take the following precaution while setting up your SR200:
Don’t push any buttons or perform any operations until updating has been completed. Once all

updated SIRIUS channels are received, the display will change to Call 1-888-539-SIRIUS to
Subscribe and will place you in SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s Preview Channel. Channel 184 is the
SIRIUS preview channel. You will not be able to tune to any other channels until you activate
your SIRIUS subscription.

Note

If the unit doesn’t seem to be working properly:

• Turn the unit’s power off, wait 5 – 10 seconds, then turn the power on again.

• If the unit still mis-operates, turn the unit’s power off, remove it from the cradle, wait 5 – 10
seconds, replace it in the cradle and turn the power back on. If the problem persists, consult
your dealer.

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Table of Contents

Box Contents .................................................................................................................................. 1

Quick Start Guide ........................................................................................................................... 3

Installation Instructions ................................................................................................................. 4

Installation in a Vehicle: Mounting the Antenna ......................................................................... 5

Installation in a Vehicle: Running the Antenna Cable ................................................................ 6

SR200 Controls and Features ....................................................................................................... 7

Remote Control Functions ............................................................................................................ 9

Installing Batteries in the Remote ..............................................................................................10

Activating your SIRIUS Subscription ......................................................................................... 10

Removing SR200 from the Dock .................................................................................................. 11

Basic Operation .............................................................................................................................11

Menu Display Options .................................................................................................................. 19

SIRIUS ID ....................................................................................................................................... 20

Time Based Features ................................................................................................................... 24

Factory Default .............................................................................................................................. 29

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 30

Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 31

Cleaning the Unit .......................................................................................................................... 31

Warranty......................................................................................................................................... 32

FCC Warning ................................................................................................................................. 35

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CONGRATULATIONS!

Your new SR200 portable Plug-n-Play from DISH Network lets you enjoy SIRIUS® Satellite Radio’s digital
entertainment channels. Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of SR200’s features and capabilities.

Box Contents

Unpack your SR200 carefully and make sure that everything
listed here is present:

• SR200 Main Receiver Unit

• Remote Control

• Vehicle docking cradle with wireless FM transmitter
(SR200DS)

• Windshield Mount

• Cigarette Lighter Power Cord

• Magnetic roof-mount SIRIUS antenna

• Batteries (not shown)

Note: For the car cassette adapter, contact an authorized
sales center.

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Cigarette Lighter
Power Cord

Windshield Mount

Antenna

If anything is missing or damaged, or if your SR200 fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your
SR200 was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. DISH Network recommends that you
retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your SR200 in the future.

Note: Do not put the SR200 in the docking station until you have completed the installation.

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Quick Start Guide

After you have successfully installed the SR200 and activated your SIRIUS subscription, the Normal Operation
screen will appear. The SR200 has four ways to find music:

• Select Music with the NAVIGATION WHEEL. Turn the NAVIGATION WHEEL to find channels
you like. When you stop turning the NAVIGATION WHEEL, the SR200 tunes to the selected
channel.

• Select Music by Direct Tuning. Press the NAVIGATION WHEEL and then use the 0-9 buttons to
enter the channel you want to hear.

• Select Music by Category:

1. Press the CATEGORY button up or down to scroll through the various music and entertainment

categories.

2. When the category (for example, Rock) you want is highlighted, turn the NAVIGATION WHEEL to

highlight the channel you want.

3. Press the NAVIGATION WHEEL to select the channel.

• Select Music by List Mode.

1. Press and hold the DISPLAY (DISP) button for two seconds while in the Normal Operation mode to

display a List screen (Channel, Artist, and Song Title).

2. Press the DISPLAY (DISP) button to scroll through the lists:

• Once to display the Channel List.

• Twice to display the Artist List screen.

• Three times to display the Song Title List screen.

3. Turn the NAVIGATION WHEEL to scroll through the selected list.

4. Press the NAVIGATION WHEEL to play the selection.

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Installation Instructions

1. Determine where you want to mount SR200.

• Do not install SR200 where it may obstruct your view through the windshield or your view of your vehicle’s

indicator displays.

• Do not install SR200 where it will hinder your access to the vehicle’s controls.

• Do not install SR200 where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag. Doing so may

prevent the air-bag from functioning properly in the event of an accident.

• Find a location that provides good visibility of and access to SR200’s front panel.

• Mount SR200 in a location on the windshield with the provided suction-cup mount.

2. Using the provided screws, assemble the docking station cradle to the windshield mount.

3. Plug the cigarette lighter power cord into the back of the cradle. Don’t plug the power cord into the cigarette lighter
until the installation is completed.

4. Tune your radio to one of four FM stations on the side of the vehicle dock.

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Installation in a Vehicle: Mounting the Antenna

1. Temporarily plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the
back of the cradle until it is firmly seated.

2. Find an antenna location on a metal surface of your vehicle at
least 12" x 12", and at least 6" from a window.

• Best reception is achieved with the antenna mounted on the

roof (trunk for convertibles).

• If the vehicle has a roof rack or skid ribs, it may be

necessary to mount the antenna off-center.

3. The antenna’s powerful magnet will secure it to the metal
surface. Before routing the antenna cable, confirm that the
antenna is mounted in a good location.

4. Temporarily plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the cigarette
lighter.

5. Slide SR200 all the way into the cradle so that the connector at
the bottom of the unit makes proper contact in the cradle. Press the POWER button to turn SR200 on.

6. If your SR200 has been properly connected and the antenna is receiving the SIRIUS signal you will hear audio. If
you do not hear audio, the display will read Acquiring Signal. Reorient the antenna until you hear audio. See
Antenna Aiming on page 24 to use the ANTENNA SIGNAL screen to aim the antenna.

• Make sure the vehicle is not in garage, or somewhere the satellite signal could be blocked.

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Installation in a Vehicle: Running the Antenna Cable

1. Turn SR200’s power off and remove it from the cradle; unplug the cigarette lighter adapter from the cigarette
lighter; unplug the antenna from the cradle.

2. Route the cable from the antenna to the vehicle’s interior by tucking it underneath the rubber molding around rear
window, as shown below.

3. Route the cable from the lowest point of the rear window into the trunk. Take advantage of any existing cable
channels or wiring conduits.

• For SUVs, minvans, and 5-door vehicles, bring the cable into the vehicle under the rubber molding for the

tailgate, and continue under the interior trim.

4. From the trunk, route the cable around the passenger compartment and to the back of the cradle.

• Do not pull the wire across sharp edges that could damage it.

• Keep the wire away from areas where it could become tangled in driver’s and passenger’s feet.

5. Plug the antenna into the back of cradle where it says ANT.

6. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the cigarette lighter.

Note: Do not leave the cigarette lighter adapter plugged in after you turn the vehicle’s ignition off.

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SR200 Controls and Features

POWER Button

Turns SR200 On and Off; exits the Channel, Category,
Song and Artist List modes.

NAVIGATION WHEEL

Navigates through display screens and makes selections of
items highlighted on the display. Clockwise increases or
moves up in the menus. Counterclockwise decreases or
moves down in the menus. Press the NAVIGATION
WHEEL to makes selections.

CATEGORY Up/ Down Button

Navigates through Category List screen which displays
SIRIUS Channel Categories.

Display (DISP) Button

Changes text size of artist names and song titles.

Menu Button

Used to access menu options to make set-up and feature changes.

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