Sirius SPORTSTER4 User Manual

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Satellite Radio Plug & Play Receiver

User Guide

Congratulations on the Purchase of your new SIRIUS Sportster 4 Plug-n-Play Receiver

Your new SIRIUS Sportster™ 4 Plug-n-Play Receiver lets you enjoy SIRIUS® Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment anywhere you’ve installed the SUPH1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Home Kit, SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit, or the SUBX1 SIRIUS Plug and Play Universal Boombox (each sold separately). Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of SIRIUS Sportster’s features and capabilities. For the latest information about this and other SIRIUS Sportster products and accessories, visit http://www.sirius.com.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents.					2
Warning and Safety Information.					4
FCC Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	. 4
Canadian Compliance .					4
General Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	. 4
Copyrights & Trademarks .					7
Package Contents.					8
Controls.					10
SIRIUS Sportster Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote Control Reference Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Getting Started.					14
Maximizing Audio Quality From Your SIRIUS Receiver .					14
Wireless Connection.					14
Direct Connections.					15
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service.					18
Operation .					19
Display Screen Information .					19
Navigating Menus and Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . . . . . .		.	20
Display (DISP) Button .					20
Search Modes (Category, Channel, Artist, Song Title) .					21
Direct Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . . . . . .		.	23
Jump Button.					24
Channel Presets (P.TUNE Mode). . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	25
Memory (MEMO) and Song Seek (S-Seek) Functions. . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	27
Game Alert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . . . . . .		.	34
Instant Replay .					35
Menu Options.					40
Sirius ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	41
Game Alert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	42
Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	. . . .	. . . .	.	44

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Jump Settings .						44
Display Options .						45
Confirm Tone .						46
Memory Options .						46
Audio Level .						47
Parental Control.						48
Time-Based Features. . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	.	.	.	50
Clock. . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	.	.	.	50
Alarm. . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . .		.	.	50
Program Alert.						51
Auto Shutdown. . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .	.	.	.	51
Signal Indicator. . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . .		.	.	52
Factory Default.						53
Troubleshooting.						55
Optional Accessories.						56
Specifications.						58
Warranty.						59
SIRIUS ID.						60

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Warning and Safety Information

FCC Caution

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2.This device must not accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Canadian Compliance

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

General Precautions

Liquid Crystal Precautions

If the LCD screen on the SIRIUS Sportster is damaged, do not to touch the liquid crystal fluid. If any of the following situations happen, take the action indicated:

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1.If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.

2.If the liquid crystal fluid gets into your eye, flush the eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical care.

3.If the liquid crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.

Safety Precautions

Be sure to observe the following warnings. Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may result in a serious accident.

•Do not operate the SIRIUS Sportster 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 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.

•Be sure the unit is installed as described in the installation instructions which accompany each accessory kit. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is not responsible for issues arising from installations which were not installed according to the instructions.

•To avoid short circuits, do not open the unit, and never put or leave any metallic objects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the unit.

•If the unit emits smoke or unusual odors, turn the power off immediately, and disconnect the unit from any power source.

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

•If the unit doesn’t seem to be working properly, turn the unit off, remove the battery from the unit, wait 10 seconds, replace the battery and then turn it on again.

•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.

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Operating Temperature

The SIRIUS Sportster is designed to operate between -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F). Avoid leaving the unit in a vehicle or elsewhere where the temperature may fall outside this range. Extreme temperatures or extreme temperature fluctuations can degrade the performance of the LCD display screen, and possibly damage it.

Cleaning and Maintenance

If the SIRIUS Sportster becomes dirty, turn the power off and wipe it clean with a soft cloth. Do not use hard cloths, strong cleaning fluids, paint thinner, alcohol, or other volatile solvents to clean. These may cause damage to the unit.

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Copyrights & Trademarks

® “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “NFL” and the NFL Shield logo, and the NFL Sunday Drive name and logo are registered trademarks of the National Football League. “NHL” and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. “NBA” and the NBA silhouette logo are registered trademarks of NBA Properties Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, sports team names, album art, and logos are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.

™ “Sportster” is a trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio.

Portions of the software on this receiver are licensed under the eCos License. Distribution of eCos requires that the eCos source code be made available to Sirius Satellite Radio customers. The eCos License and eCos source code are available to the public at http://www.sirius. com/ecoslicense.

Sirius Satellite Radio reserves all rights to all receiver software not covered under the eCos license. This includes all portions of receiver software that were not distributed to Sirius as part of the eCos operating system.

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.

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Package Contents

The following items are included with your purchase of the SIRIUS Sportster SP4 receiver:

Sportster SP4 Receiver	Remote
	Control

Vehicle Docking Station

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Suction Cup Mount	Vent Mount &	Cigarette Lighter
	Extended Vent Hooks	Adapter

Magnetic Antenna	Antenna	Mounting Screws	Alcohol Swab
	Cover/Tail

Unpack your SIRIUS Sportster receiver carefully and make sure that everything shown is present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if your SIRIUS Sportster receiver fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. It is recommended that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your receiver in the future.

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Controls

SIRIUS Sportster Reference Guide

Figure 1 and the section following identify and describe the buttons and controls of the SIRIUS Sportster.

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1.Menu Button: Used to access the Menu Options to make setup and feature changes. Pressing and holding the MENU button accesses the FM Transmitter setup menu to change the frequency of the FM transmitter.

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2.Category Buttons: Navigates through the category list screens which displays the SIRIUS channel categories.

3.Display (DISP) Button: Changes text size of artist names and song titles on the display screen. In list mode, it toggles between channel name, artist name and song title. Pressing and holding this button enters the channel list mode, or will exit a list mode.

4.Power Button: Turns the receiver On and Off.

5.Rotary Knob & Select Button: Navigates through display screens and makes selections of items highlighted on the display screen. Rotating clockwise increases the channel number (down the list), and moves down when in a menu list. Rotating counterclockwise decreases the channel number (up the list), and moves up in when in a menu list. Pressing the Rotary Knob selects a highlighted item.

6.Memory (MEMO) Button (S-Seek Function): Pressing and releasing this button saves artist names and song titles. You can store up to 30 artist/song title combinations, including favorite teams and traffic channels. Pressing and holding the MEMO button will enter the recall mode, displaying the stored artist/song titles.

7.Band Button (P.Tune): Pressing and releasing this button switches between the preset banks A, B, and C, which hold 10 presets each for a total of 30. Pressing and holding this button enables the Preset Tune Mode, which allows for viewing and browsing of stored presets with turn of the Rotary Knob.

8.Rewind Button: Used to rewind through content saved to Instant Replay. Pressing and releasing this button rewinds to the beginning of the song or program. Pressing and holding rewinds by time through the saved content.

9.Play/Pause Button: Pauses and replays live or time-shifted content from the currently tuned channel. Pressing and holding this button displays a list of songs in the saved content.

10.Fast Forward Button: Used to fast forward through Instant Replay saved content. Pressing and releasing this button fast-forwards to the beginning of the next song or program. Pressing and holding fast-forwards by time through the saved content.

11.Preset Number Buttons (0–9): Sets and selects preset channels.

12.Jump Button: Jumps to a preset favorite channel. Pressing the button again returns back to the original channel.

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Remote Control Reference Guide

Figure 2 and the section following identify the buttons of the remote control.

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Figure 2

1.Power Button: Turns the receiver On and Off.

2.Channel Buttons: Navigates through channels and display screens.

3.Category Buttons: Navigates through categories and display screens.

4.FM Frequency Button: Accesses the FM Transmitter menu to change the frequency of the FM transmitter.

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5.MENU Button: Used to access the Menu Options to make setup and feature changes. Pressing and holding the MENU button accesses the FM Transmitter setup menu to change the frequency of the FM transmitter.

6.BAND Button: Pressing and releasing this button switches between the preset banks A, B, and C, which hold 10 presets each for a total of 30. Pressing and holding this button enables the Preset Tune Mode, which allows for viewing and browsing of stored presets.

7.Memory (MEMO) Button (S-Seek Function): Pressing and releasing this button saves artist names and song titles. You can store up to 30 artist/song title combinations. Pressing and holding will enter the recall mode, displaying the stored artist/song titles.

8.Display (DISP) Button: Changes text size of artist names and song titles on the display screen. In list mode, it toggles between channel name, artist name and song title. Pressing and holding the this button enters the channel list mode, or will exit a list mode.

9.Mute Button: Mutes the audio of the receiver.

10.SELECT Button: Selects items highlighted in a list; hold-down to jump to the previouslyreceived channel. When not in a menu or list, pressing the SELECT button selects the channel entered using the number buttons.

11.Rewind Button: Used to rewind through content saved to Instant Replay. Pressing and releasing this button rewinds to the beginning of the song or program. Pressing and holding rewinds by time through the saved content.

12.Play/Pause Button: Pauses and replays live or time-shifted content from the currently tuned channel. Pressing and holding this button displays a list of songs in the saved content.

13.Fast Forward Button: Used to fast forward through Instant Replay saved content. Pressing and releasing this button fast-forwards to the beginning of the next song or program. Pressing and holding fast-forwards by time through the saved content.

14.VOL+/ VOL– Buttons: Increases or decreases the audio volume.

15.Number Buttons (0–9): Selects channels directly and selects presets.

16.Jump Button: Jumps to a preset favorite channel. Pressing the button again returns back to the original channel.

Remote Control Battery Installation

To install the remote control battery, turn the remote control over and locate the battery cover near the bottom edge. Open the battery compartment and place the battery in the compartment with the + side of the battery facing up. Replace the battery cover on the remote control.

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Getting Started

SIRIUS suggests professional installation of this product in your vehicle. Professional instal lation provides an experienced technician to install this product in your vehicle, advice for selecting a suitable mounting location, installation of the antenna, and routing all the neces sary wires and cables. An installer will have the necessary audio connection accessories to provide optimal audio output of the SIRIUS receiver directly to your vehicle’s audio system. Ask your SIRIUS retailer if they provide professional installation services, or can recommend a professional installation service.

Maximizing Audio Quality From Your SIRIUS Receiver

There are two primary ways to connect your SIRIUS satellite radio. The following procedures will help you obtain the best performance.

Wireless Connection

Your SIRIUS radio contains an FM transmitter. The FM transmitter sends the audio from your SIRIUS radio to your vehicle radio. (Figure 1)

Figure 1

To tune your transmitter:

1.Turn off your SIRIUS radio and tune through the FM channels on your vehicle radio to locate an FM channel that is not broadcasting in your area. If you use an FM channel

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that is being used by a local broadcaster, it will interfere with the performance of your SIRIUS radio. Once you have located an FM channel that is not broadcasting in your area, save it as a preset on your vehicle radio. This will become your SIRIUS preset.

2.Turn on your SIRIUS radio. Press and hold the MENU button to access the FM channel number list on your SIRIUS radio. Tune to the channel that matches the SIRIUS preset on your vehicle radio. Refer to the Menu Options/FM Transmitter section of this manual for more detailed instructions on how to do this.

Note: The FM transmitter in your SIRIUS radio is automatically set to FM channel 88.1. This may not be the best channel in your area.

Tip: If you regularly travel between cities with different active FM channels, you may need to find channels that are not broadcasting in each city. Several SIRIUS receiver models can store multiple FM transmit channels, so you can easily switch to the best FM channel for

each city. You will also want to set the FM channels that are not broadcasting in each city as presets on your vehicle radio.

If you’re not sure which FM channels are not broadcasting in your home or travel cities, you can also go to http://SIRIUS.com/fmchannel and search for a suggested FM channel based on your zip code.

Direct Connections

Direct connection provides better audio performance than a wireless connection and removes the possibility of interference from local FM broadcasters.

Direct Wired Audio Connection

If your vehicle radio offers an “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” connection, it is the best audio connection available. If the “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” connector is located on the front of your vehicle radio, this is also the easiest connection. (Figure 2)

1.Purchase an audio cable that matches the connection type of your vehicle radio and your SIRIUS radio at your local electronics retailer. Your SIRIUS radio requires a 1/8” stereo male connector. Your local electronics retailer can help you determine the proper connection for your car radio.

2.Plug one end of the cable into the “AUDIO OUT” or “LINE OUT” jack on your SIRIUS radio. Plug the other end into your “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” jack on your vehicle radio.

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TRANSMITTER

OFF

Figure 2

NOTE: Refer to your vehicle radio manufacturer’s guidelines for correct installation.

NOTE: If the “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” connection is on the back of your vehicle radio, you may want to consider professional installation. (Figure 3)

TRANSMITTER

OFF

Figure 3

Cassette Adapter

If your vehicle radio has a cassette player:

1.Purchase a Cassette Adapter at your local electronics retailer.

2.Connect the adapter between the “AUDIO OUT” or “LINE OUT” on your SIRIUS radio and the vehicle radio’s cassette slot. (Figure 4)

TRANSMITTER

OFF

Figure 4

NOTE: Refer to the cassette adapter manufacturer’s guidelines for correct use.

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SIRIUS FM Direct Adapter

If your vehicle radio does not have an “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” jack, the SIRIUS FM Direct Adaptor provides a wired connection between your SIRIUS radio and your vehicle radio, eliminating the outside static and interference you sometimes experience when using a wireless FM connection. (Figure 5)

DIRECT

ADAPTER

Figure 5

Professional installation may be required. See your local SIRIUS retailer. For the latest information refer to http://www.SIRIUS.com/vehicleinstallation.

(The SIRIUS FM Direct Adaptor is available at your local SIRIUS retailer or at http://shop.SIRIUS.com).

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Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service

Before you can listen to the SIRIUS service, you need to subscribe to the SIRIUS Satellite Radio service. To subscribe, do the following:

1.Be sure that the SIRIUS Sportster is correctly installed, is in the vehicle or home dock, and that the antenna is oriented to receive the SIRIUS signal.

2.Turn on the SIRIUS Sportster. After the startup sequence, it will update the SIRIUS channel line-up. Wait until the channel updates have completed before pressing any buttons.

3.Once the channels have been updated, the display will change to

Call 1-888-539-SIRIUS to Subscribe and will tune to channel 184. You will not be able to listen to other channels until you activate your SIRIUS subscription.

4.Use the Rotary Dial to tune to channel 0 to display the SIRIUS Sportster’s unique 12-digit SIRIUS ID Number (SID). You can also tune to channel 0 by using the remote control: Press the Select button, then the 0 (zero) button, and then the Select button again. The SID number is also available on the SIRIUS Sportster’s packaging, and may also be accessed by pressing the MENU button and selecting Sirius ID. Write the SID number down in the space provided near the end of this guide.

5.Have your credit card handy and contact SIRIUS on the Internet at:

https://activate.siriusradio.com/

and follow the prompts to activate your subscription. You can also call SIRIUS toll-free at: 1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474).

6.When you have successfully subscribed to the SIRIUS service, and the SIRIUS Sportster has been updated with your subscription information, an alert will be displayed. To continue, press the Rotary Dial.

You are now ready to begin enjoying SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment, and can tune to other channels!

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