Sirius Satellite Radio Starmate 5 User Manual
Starmate 5
User Guide
User Guide
Starmate 5
Dock & Play SIRIUS Radio
Here’s your new
SIRIUS® Starmate ST5
Dock & Play Radio
Your new SIRIUS Starmate ST5 Dock & Play Radio comes with everything you need to
enjoy SIRIUS
can use your Starmate ST5 just about anywhere.
Your new Starmate ST5 gives you powerful features:
>> SIRIUS Replay™ — Pause, rewind and replay up to 44 minutes of live radio.
>> Memo function — Store up to 30 favorite songs and artists plus a favorite sports team
or NASCAR
>> Easy-to-read wide-angle 5-line display.
>> Built-in wireless FM transmitter so you can listen to SIRIUS through your car’s FM
stereo. An FM Presets button makes transmitter frequency changes quick and easy.
>> Full-function wireless remote control
Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of your SIRIUS Starmate ST5’s features
and capabilities. For the latest information about your ST5 and other SIRIUS products
and accessories, visit http://www.sirius.com.
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in your car. And with available SIRIUS Universal Docking accessories you
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car and get an alert whenever they’re playing on any channel.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents 4
Warning and Safety Information 6
FCC Information 6
Canadian Compliance 7
General Precautions 7
Warnings 9
Copyrights & Trademarks 10
Package Contents 1 1
Installation 14
Installing the Vehicle Dock 14
Installing the Magnetic Antenna 21
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter 37
Docking the Starmate ST5 38
Cable Separation and Routing 39
Connecting the Starmate ST5 to Your Vehicle’s Audio System 41
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service 65
Controls 66
SIRIUS Starmate ST5 Front Panel 66
Remote Control Buttons 68
Vehicle Dock Reference Guide 71
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Operation 72
Display Screen Information 72
Changing Channels and Categories 7 3
My Channels Category 74
Display Button (Disp) 75
Selecting Channels Directly 76
Channel Presets (Band Button) 77
Memory (MEMO) and Song Seek (S-Seek) Functions 79
Jump Button 87
SIRIUS Replay 89
Using SIRIUS Replay 91
FM Presets Button 93
Menu Options 96
Sirius ID 96
FM Transmitter 97
Settings 98
Parental Control 104
Time Based Features 106
Signal Indicator 11 2
Factory Default 1 13
Troubleshooting 115
Specifi cations 116
Sirius ID 117
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Warning & Safety Information
FCC Information
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 accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a CLASS
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
4.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning and Safety Information
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Warning
Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 radio is damaged, do not to touch the liquid crystal fl uid. If any
of the following situations happen, take the action indicated:
1.
If the liquid crystal fl uid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a
cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.
If the liquid crystal fl uid gets into your eye, fl ush the eye with clean water for at
2.
least 15 minutes. Seek medical care.
If the liquid crystal fl uid is ingested, fl ush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink
3.
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 your SIRIUS ST5 in a way that might divert your attention from
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driving safely. As a driver, you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle
in accordance with traffi c safety laws at all times.
Warning and Safety Information
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Do not install the radio where it may obstruct your view through the windshield, or of
your vehicle’s indicator displays.
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Do not install the radio 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.
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Be sure the radio and accessories are installed as described in these installation
instructions and the 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.
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Before attaching the suction cup mount to your windshield, you should check your
state and local laws for regulations regarding mounting this device on your windshield.
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To avoid short circuits, do not open the radio or accessories, and never put or leave
any metallic objects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the radio.
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If the radio or accessories emit smoke or unusual odors, turn the power off immediately, and disconnect the radio from any power source.
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Do not drop the radio or subject it to strong shocks.
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If your ST5 doesn’t seem to be working properly, turn it off, wait 10 seconds and then
turn it on again.
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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.
Do not install the FM Extender Antenna where it will hinder or block your view. In
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some states it may be illegal to mount it on the windshield of your vehicle. Check
applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing the FM Extender
Antenna on your windshield.
Warning and Safety Information
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Do not install the FM Extender Antenna 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.
Warnings
Notice To Drivers In California and Minnesota
State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on
their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other dashboard or friction mounting
options should be used. SIRIUS does not take any responsibility for any fi nes, penalties,
or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California
Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71)
Operating Temperature
The radio is designed to operate between -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F). Avoid leaving
the radio in a vehicle or elswhere where the temperature may fall outside this range.
Extreme temperatures or extreme temperature fl uctuations can degrade the performance
of the LCD display screen, and possibly damage it.
Cleaning and Maintenance
If the radio or accessories become dirty, turn the power off and wipe it clean with a
soft cloth. Do not use hard cloths, strong cleaning fl uids, paint thinner, alcohol, or other
volatile solvents to clean. These may cause damage to the radio.
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
The Vehicle Dock cannot be powered directly from a vehicle’s 12VDC power system. It
must be powered from the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or similar power port using the
included Cigarette Lighter Adapter or an equivalent DC power adapter (see your local
electronics dealer). Connecting the Vehicle Dock directly to the vehicle’s 12VDC power
system may result in damage to the Vehicle Dock or SIRIUS radio, or both.
Warning and Safety Information
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Copyrights & Trademarks
© 2008 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved.
® “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS
Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, sports team names, album art,
and logos are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
“Starmate” is a trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
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Portions of the software on this radio 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 radio software not covered under the
eCos license. This includes all portions of radio 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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Copyrights & Trademarks
Package Contents
The following items are included with your SIRIUS Starmate ST5 radio:
Starmate ST5 Radio
Vehicle Dock
Remote
Control
Package Contents
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Suction Cup Mount
Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks
Cigarette Lighter
Adapter
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Magnetic Antenna
Package Contents
Antenna
Cover/Tail
Mounting Screws Alcohol Swab
Suction Cups (2)FM Extender Antenna
Self Adhesive
Cable Guides (3)
Unpack your SIRIUS Starmate ST5 radio carefully and make sure that everything shown
is present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if your SIRIUS Starmate ST5 fails to
operate, notify your dealer immediately. We recommended that you retain the original
carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your radio in the future.
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Installation
SIRIUS suggests that you have your Starmate ST5 professionally installed in your
vehicle. Professional installation provides an experienced technician to install this
product in your vehicle, advice for selecting a suitable mounting location for the
Vehicle Dock, installation of the antenna, and proper routing of all the necessary
wires and cables. If the locations of your Starmate ST5 and your vehicle’s FM
antenna make the performance the ST5’s built-in FM transmitter within your
vehicle poor, a professional installer will have the necessary accessories to install
an optional FM Direct Adapter or an audio cable to connect the audio output of the
Vehicle Dock directly to your vehicle’s audio system. Ask your SIRIUS retailer if they
provide professional installation services, or can recommend a professional installation
service.
Installing the Vehicle Dock
When installing the Vehicle Dock in your vehicle, choose a location in your vehicle where
it will not block your vision, interfere with the vehicle controls, or 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 mounting accessories necessary to install the Vehicle Dock in a vehicle are provided.
Figure 1
shows two examples of the SIRIUS radio mounted in a vehicle: A is the suction
cup mount method, and
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B is the vent mount method using the vent mount clip.
A.
B.
A.
B.
Figure 1
Depending upon the mounting location you select in your vehicle, the mount should be
attached to the vehicle dock and installed as described in the following sections.
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Suction Cup Mount Method (A)
The suction cup mount may be attached to any smooth surface. Before attaching the
suction cup mount to your windshield, you should check your state and local laws for
regulations regarding mounting this device on your windshield.
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
Figure 2
To mount the vehicle dock using the suction cup mount, assemble the mount as follows:
1.
Attach the vehicle dock to the suction cup mount using the provided screws (see
Figure 2
).
Clean the area where you are attaching the suction cup with the supplied alcohol
2.
wipe.
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3.
Be sure the cam lever is up (as shown in
Figure 3
) and position the suction cup mount
on the windshield or other location you which have chosen. Press the cam lever all
the way down towards the base of the mount until it locks to adhere the suction cup.
(To unlock the suction cup, lift the lever up.)
Press Lever
Down To
Lock Mount
Figure 3
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Vent Mount Method (B)
To mount the vehicle dock using the vent mount method, install the vent mount as
follows:
If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer
1.
vent hooks with the vent mount. Refer to
hooks into the vent mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks
as shown.
Attach the vent mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws (see
2.
Remove
End Cap
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Slide Short
Vent Hooks Out
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 4
Slide Extended
Vent Hooks In
and install the longer vent
Figure 5
Replace
End Cap
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
).
3.
Refer to
Figure 6
your vehicle. Position the two tension springs
and attach the vent mount to a heating/air conditioning vent in
A against a vent louver B. Then push
the vent mount into the vent, far enough so that the hooks
the rear of the vent louver (see
grasped a vent louver, the tension springs
Figure 7
). Once you are sure that the hooks have
A will keep the vent mount hooked to
the louver.
A
PUSH
FM OUT
ANT
D
Figure 6
FM OUT
ANT
Figure 7
C drop down and hook
B
C
HOOKED
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4.
You can change he angle of the vehicle dock by changing the position of foot
D on the vent mount to a different adjustment hole (see
FM OUT
ANT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
Figure 8
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Figure 8
).
D
Installing the Magnetic Antenna
Caution
Because adhesive is used in the installation of the Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail, we
recommend that you install the antenna at or above room temperature (68° F).
The adhesive on the Rubber Cover/Tail may not adhere properly to the vehicle roof at
temperatures lower than this. Warmer temperatures will also make it easier to route of
the antenna cable through the rubber molding around the windows and in other areas
in the vehicle. Maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72 hours at room temperature,
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
degrade the SIRIUS signal or make it unavailable, and can also cause water to intrude
via the cable into the antenna causing the antenna to fail.
Do not lengthen or shorten the antenna cable by cutting it. Doing so will cause the
antenna to not function properly.
Installation
Installing the magnetic antenna consists of two steps:
cable during the installation procedure. Damage to the antenna cable can
Mounting the magnetic antenna and Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail on the vehicle
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Routing the antenna cable through the vehicle to the Vehicle Dock
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Antenna Mounting
The SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna has a strong magnetic mount designed
to hold it in place during normal driving conditions (highway/city). This also makes the
antenna easy to remove for transferring it to other vehicles.
Figure 9
shows the optimal mounting location for the antenna on several types of
vehicles. These mounting positions should be observed when installing the antenna:
Sedan/Coupe Pickup Truck SUV/Mini-Van
Convertible
Figure 9
Sedan/Coupe/SUV/Mini-Van: Install the antenna at the rear center of the roof,
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near the rear window.
Pickup Truck: Install the antenna at the front center of the roof, near the wind-
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shield.
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Convertible: Install the antenna at the front center of the trunk lid, near the rear
window.
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The SIRIUS antenna needs to have an unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches
around it
. It is important to mount the antenna where no obstructions will block the antenna from receiving the SIRIUS signal. Objects which can obstruct the antenna could be
a roof rack, a sunroof, a roof-mounted cargo container, another antenna, etc. If your vehicle has a potential obstruction, be sure that the SIRIUS antenna is mounted at least 3
inches away from it (but no closer than 3 inches from the edge of the roof or trunk lid).
Note: Read the DO and DO NOT installation tips beginning on page 32 for additional
antenna installation information.
Follow this procedure to mount the antenna:
Select an appropriate mounting position for your type of vehicle that has an
1.
unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around the antenna.
Attach the Rubber Cover/Tail to the antenna, as shown in
2.
Figure 10
, and press
the antenna cable into the rubber cover/tail. The Rubber Cover/Tail will help to
position the antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid.
Protective
Strips
Cable
Magnetic Antenna
(Upside-Down)
Figure 10
Clean the surface area of the vehicle where you will be installing the antenna with
3.
Strain
Relief
Rubber Antenna
Cover/Tail
the alcohol prep pad.
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4.
Peel the protective material from the adhesive strips (see
and press the rubber Cover/Tail fi rmly into place on the vehicle.
Double check that the location of the antenna and rubber cover/tail are correct, and
5.
continue to press fi rmly 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 Antenna Cover/Tail.
Figure 10
, on page 23)
Cable Routing
After you have mounted the antenna you can route the antenna cable to the SIRIUS
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 SIRIUS website at
http://www.sirius.com. Click on the
Install/Activate link and then follow the link for the Car Installation Tips.
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Sedan /Coupe Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 11
shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your
Starmate ST5 in a sedan/coupe.
1. Feed Cable Under
Rubber Molding
2. Route Cable Out of
Window Molding and
Into Weatherstripping
Around Trunk Opening
3. Route Cable
Along Trunk Wall
and Into Cabin
Around Window
4. Route Cable from Trunk Under
Interior Trim, into Cabin and
Towards Front of Vehicle
Figure 11
ANTENNA
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
1.
Feed the cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear
window. Use a plastic putty knife or similar object to lift the rubber molding around
the rear window and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the
antenna cable around and down the window to the lowest point. If your rear window
does not have rubber molding, SIRIUS recommends consulting with a professional
installer.
6. Bring Cable Out To
SIRIUS
Receiver
Location
5. Bring Cable out from
Trim and Route Under
Carpet to Dashboard
or Console.
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2.
Route the antenna cable out of the window molding and into the rubber weather
stripping around the trunk opening. Lift the weather stripping from the opening
and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. To avoid sharp
bends in the cable, run the cable inside of the weather stripping for a few inches,
then remove the cable from the weather stripping inside 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 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 fi rewall and route it under the carpet
toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such
as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure
the excess cable with wire ties.
6.
Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself
enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle
Dock.
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Pickup Truck Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 12
shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your
Starmate ST5 in a pickup truck.
ANTENNA
1. Route Cable Under
Rubber Molding
2. Continue Tucking Cable
Under Molding To
Bottom of Windshield
4. Bring Cable out from
Weatherstripping and
Route Under Carpet
Figure 12
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
1.
Use a plastic putty knife or similar tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath it.
Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the wind-
2.
shield to the lowest corner.
Around Windshield
5. Bring Cable Out to
SIRIUS Receiver
Location
3. Route Cable Out of Molding
and Into Weatherstripping
Around Door Opening.
Continue to Bottom of
Door Opening.
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3.
At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of the windshield
molding and into the rubber weather stripping around the door opening. 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.
Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and
4.
route it under the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any excess cable in a hidden
location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or
controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties.
Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself
5.
enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle
Dock.
SUV/ Mini-Van Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 13
(oppposite) shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to
your Starmate ST5 in an SUV or a Mini-Van.
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1. Feed Cable Under
Rubber Seal Around
Hatch Opening
ANTENNA
Figure 13
4. Bring Cable Out To
SIRIUS
Receiver
Location
2. Route Cable Under Interior
Trim, into Cabin and
Towards Front of Vehicle
3. Route Cable
Under Carpet
to Dashboard
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
1.
Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the rear
tailgate window/door and route the cable along the rear hatch. Lift the weather
stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather
stripping. Pull the cable out from weather stripping and route it into the cabin
under the interior trim. Avoid hinges or gears that could crimp or cut the cable.
2.
Route the cable through the SUV’s main 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.
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Bring the cable out from the trim near the fi rewall and route it under the carpet
3.
toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such
as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure
the excess cable with wire ties.
Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself
4.
enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle
Dock.
Convertible Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 14
shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your
Starmate ST5 in a convertible.
1. Bring Cable from
Antenna Into Inside
of Trunk Lid
ANTENNA
2. Tape Cable Along
Inside of Lid to
Hinge Strut
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3. Tie Cable to Hinge Strut, Allowing
Slack for Lid to Open and Close.
Route Cable Into Cabin
Through Existing Wire
Channel.
6. Bring Cable Out To
SIRIUS
Location
Figure 14
Receiver
5. Bring Cable out from
Trim and Route Under
Carpet to Dashboard
or Console.
4. Route Cable from Trunk
Under Interior Trim, into
Cabin and Towards Front
of Vehicle
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