XM Satellite Radio TRK-SR2 User Manual

TRK-SR2

Roof-Mount Satellite Radio Antenna

Installation Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Four-Door Sedans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SUVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Two-Door Coupes/Hatchbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Convertibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Vans/Minivans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Pickup Trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

TRK-SR2 Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Recommended Tools And Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installation Precautions And Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installing The TRK-SR2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Use And Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About XM Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

ABOUT INSTALLATION

Installation of automotive stereo components can require extensive experience
with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures.Although the instructions
in this guide explain how to install the Terk TRK-SR2 Roof-Mount Satellite Radio
Antenna in a general sense,they do not show the exact installation methods for
your particular vehicle.

IMPORTANT: If you are not comfortable performing a complex installation,
ask your local mobile audio dealer about professional installation options.

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INTRODUCTION

The Terk TRK-SR2 Roof-Mount Satellite Radio Antenna is a high-performance
antenna designed specifically for XM Satellite Radio reception.It has dual-mode
functionality, receiving simultaneous signals from satellites and terrestrial
repeaters, to ensure continuous reception. The result is an antenna that offers all
the benefits of satellite radio and complements the appearance of any vehicle.
Its features include:

• Low-profile roof-mounted design

• Mounts to roof of vehicle via special acrylic foam adhesive pads that
provide years of worry-free enjoyment, yet are removable if necessary

• Attached micro cables are designed to wrap around the rear window and
to fold under rubber molding for an invisible wiring solution

• Tested and proven to Automotive Environmental Standards

• Shock- and vibration-proof design

• Safe for low-clearance conditions, including car washes

The TRK-SR2 is easy to install on most vehicles.The package includes all the
necessary mounting hardware, as well as color-coded cable connectors to
ensure complete compatibility with all XM receivers.Remember to save your
sales receipt and this guide so both are available for future reference.

NOTE: To achieve best XM Satellite Radio reception, also refer to the XM radio’s
owner’s manual.

Figure 1.The Terk TRK-SR2 Roof-Mount Satellite Radio Antenna.

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APPLICATIONS

The Terk TRK-SR2 Roof-Mount Satellite Radio Antenna can be installed on a
variety of vehicles, as shown below.For details,see

Insta llati on starting on page 6.

FOUR-DOOR SEDANS

Figure 2.The Terk TRK-SR2 is shown installed on the roof of a four-door sedan.

SUVS

Figure 3.The Terk TRK-SR2 is shown installed on the roof of an SUV.

TWO-DOOR COUPES/HATCHBACKS

Figure 4.The Terk TRK-SR2 is shown installed on the roof of a two-door coupe.

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